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In This Issue:
Volume 26, No. 2
On the Cover: President Mark R. Todd is joined
by Bishop B. Michael Watson, South Georgia
Annual Conference, Tony Thaw, Brunswick city
council and Mike Hodges, chairman of the
Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce
for a ribbon cutting for Magnolia Manor of St.
Simons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Board of Trustees
Mr. Cecil D. Abarr
Mrs. Lillian K. Ansley
Dr. Tim Bagwell
Mr. Jeffrey B. Barker
Dr. Hal N. Brady, III
Mr. James R. Buchanan,Jr.
Mr. Peter J. Daughtery
Mr. John P. Gill
Mr. Kermit Griner
Mrs. Ann L. Harris
Mr. Mark D. Johnson
Mrs. Phyllis Jones
Dr. Derek W. McAleer
Mrs. Eloise R. Paschal
Hon. J. Taylor Phillips
Mrs. Betty D. Pope
Mr. J. Hinton Reeves
Mr. Robert Reinhardt
Mr. Elmo A. Richardson, Jr.
Mr. John M. Simmons
Mr. J. Blake Sullivan
Dr. Marcus V. Tripp
Mrs. Edie S. Vinson
Mr. George Youmans
Ex Officio Trustees
Rev. Don Adams
Rev. Cynthia H. Autry
Rev. Willie Beasley
Dr. Hugh L. Davis
Rev. David Haygood
Bishop B. Michael Watson
Rev. Ronnie Wills
Emeritus Trustees
Rev. J. William Dupree
Mr. Will Peterson
Dr. A. Jason Shirah
Dr. Henry King Stanford
Dr. James T. Trice, Jr.
Administrative Staff
Mark R. Todd, President & CEO
John T. Sims, Vice President for Operations
Jerry Vick, Vice President for Finance
McDonald Willis, Vice President for Development
Rev. Robert Beckum, Vice President for Church Relations
Jackie Crisp, MM Retirement Center, Americus
Hill Fort, MM Nursing Center, Americus
Rich DeLong, MM on the Coast
Sam Jones, MM of Macon
Barbara Mitchell, MM of Marion County
Teresa Newell, MM South
Vickie Patterson, MM South Nursing Center
Dianne Feine, MM of St. Marys
Tom Cronemeyer, MM of St. Simons
Morgan S. Hendrix, Editor
2001 South Lee Street, Americus, GA 31709
(229) 924-9352
www.magnoliamanor.com
From the President’s Desk
It’s an exciting time to be a part of Magnolia
Manor’s ministry. Innovative programs and activities,
thriving campuses, and skilled staff members
all make up Magnolia Manor’s résumé. Yet
the most important aspect of our ministry is our
residents.
I can’t imagine a greater opportunity or privilege
than to serve God’s oldest children. I have the
utmost respect and admiration for each resident.
They bring a wealth of wisdom and experience to our ministry. At
each of Magnolia Manor’s campuses, you’ll find older adults from all
walks of life. Though their numeric age categorizes them as “seniors”,
they are far from the part. Their zest for life is contagious!
An active, enriching retirement lifestyle is paramount at Magnolia
Manor - it’s what we’re about. And, its what our residents desire.
Numerous studies have shown that staying mentally, socially and
physically active is vital to a person’s wellness, particularly older adults,
which is why activity is a key ingredient of Magnolia Manor.
Living at all seven of our campuses are devoted grandparents, mentors,
caregivers, active church members, veterans, athletes, and selfless
volunteers. At an age when many are winding down in the journey
through life, Magnolia Manor’s residents are grasping the golden
years, pursuing purposeful lives. A number of them spend much of
their time volunteering. The article, Priceless Gratification, gives you an
idea of the difference they make in our ministry and in the lives of
others. It’s the first in a seven-part series that will highlight Magnolia
Manor’s countless volunteers. This series is however only a sampling
of the many residents who share their time and talents serving others.
Whether in their Magnolia Manor home, in their community or in
another country, they know no boundaries when it comes to volunteering.
They are ready and willing to offer a helping hand.
Just as our residents are passionate about serving others, Magnolia
Manor’s ministry prides itself in being of service to others - not only
to those we care for, but also to those we work with. In January, the
concept of Servant Leadership, which dates back to the Bible and is
practiced by some of Fortune Magazine’s “500 Best Companies to
Work For”, was introduced to Magnolia Manor. Through a monthly
one-day workshop, Magnolia Manor’s Servant Leadership Committee
is receiving training on how to effectively implement the idea of servanthood
in the department they lead.
As president and CEO, I firmly believe in this new concept and the
invaluable role it will play in our organization. I hope that it will
empower each of our 750 employees to grow both personally and
professionally.
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