Month: April 2020

John and Pasha Buck performing in courtyard

The Wind of Palm Sunday at Mayflower

In a “pop-up” duet performance, John and Pasha Buck played on the Buckley patio of The Mayflower Community (Grinnell IA) last Sunday (April 5th) to celebrate Palm Sunday. John played trumpet and baritone in junior high and high school and stand-up bass viola for the Marshalltown area Lucky Seven Dance Band in the 1950s. Since

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Katie Hoisington playing hallway bingo

Then There Was “Hallway Bingo!”

Ask any Mayflower Community resident who lives in the Health Center or Beebe Assisted Living what they enjoy doing most. You will find that second to eating Mayflower’s delicious meals, they will likely say, “Bingo!” So, how do you play a rousing game of Bingo in the midst of social distancing? Easy. You set up

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Hellen Band and Sandi Maddocks delivering ice cream

Ice Cream and a Crossword Puzzle at Mayflower

The newest iteration of the old-fashioned ice cream truck during these Stay At Home times, is two Mayflower Community Food Service staff members working their way around the hallways of the independent living apartment buildings, distributing ice cream bars. The mission was made easier by the use of Mayflower’s extensive tunnels and elevators. Pictured are

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Norma Veldboom plays Bingo

More Doins’ in Mayflower Healthcare

Residents in The Mayflower Community (Grinnell IA) Health Center and Beebe Assisted Living homes are finding ways to “socialize at a distance.” This includes playing Bingo (each resident at their own table), being serenaded on the piano by Wilma Graden, and enjoying flowers gifted by an anonymous donor. The individually-wrapped carnations came in a big

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Jean Libbey on cello enjoyed by (left to right), Jo Entwisle, Mary Schuchmann, Arlo Yungclas, and Matt Kelty.

A Little Fresh Air and Entertainment at Mayflower

As we practice social distancing in The Mayflower Community (Grinnell IA), residents and staff have found new ways to share their gifts. Jean Libbey, Mayflower Harwich Terrace resident, performs a cello recital in her driveway for other residents. Beautiful day and beautiful music. Meanwhile, Mayflower Health Center staff members share greetings and recommendations for coping

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