The Village At Sherman Oaks

The Village at Sherman offers numerous ways to keep residents active and engaged while social distancing. Today, for example, a fascinating online art history presentation will delve into the works of the most well-known artists of our time. Each week, residents can also participate in a thought-provoking current events class offered virtually via Pierce College. Everyone relishes opportunities for educational pursuits from the comfort and safety of their residences!

Meet resident Emily R., who we are spotlighting in honor of National Centenarian's Day. She celebrated her 100th birthday this year and had 3 children, 7 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren! The riskiest thing she has ever done was when she got on a motorcycle with her husband and left Germany in 1939. Her advice to us all? "Stay active and be social!"

In honor of National Centenarian's Day on September 22nd, we are celebrating resident Eileen H., who is 100 years young. Eileen was born in 1920 and grew up as an only child in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Eileen received her college degree in special education and taught first and second grade. Her favorite activities include dancing and swimming which provide her with wonderful sense of joy. Her secret to longevity? Just live a healthy life, eat fruits and vegetables. Get a lot of exercise and most especially rest.

TVSO wishes you a sweet New Year. Our residents enjoyed virtual Rosh Hashanah services and received a gift bag of apples and honey and some sweet treats.

Rosh Hashanah is the first of the High Holy Days, a 10-day period that ends with Yom Kippur. At The Village at Sherman Oaks, Cantorial Soloist Ter Lieberstein will lead residents in this celebration virtually, via Zoom, with song and prayer. Residents appreciate the ability to observe this solemn period from the safety and convenience of their residences.

On September 13th, National Grandparent’s Day, our proud TVSO grandparents, filled a whole cabinet and a wall with adorable pictures of their grandchildren and great grandchildren. Happy Grandparent’s Day!

The Village at Sherman Oaks offers a stimulating current events course three times a week. Residents can explore local, national and even international news with Pierce College professor Mark Levick from the safety and comfort of their residences. The Zoom session is interactive, enabling residents to share their thoughts on the topic and hear neighbors’ perspectives. The class is just one of many educational opportunities offered at the active retirement community.

Beat the heat and get a good workout with our Aqua Aerobics classes. Join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:15am in our gorgeous pool!

Today, Bob and Lee celebrate 72 years of wedded bliss! Happy Anniversary!

Although residents at The Village at Sherman Oaks are social distancing, they are still taking advantage of the wealth of opportunities to stay fit and active. The senior living community offers online fitness classes to encourage residents to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Yoga is offered several times a week via Zoom and residents can workout from the comfort and safety of their residences. Yoga has been shown to strengthen the core and improve flexibility.

Yiddish class at The Village at Sherman Oaks is a hit with residents. And, thanks to technology, it’s now available virtually, enabling residents to attend the class while social distancing. Instructor Sherline Miller hosts a Zoom session twice a month, teaching residents Yiddish, which incorporates elements of Hebrew, German and Russian. Everyone is thrilled to participate in this engaging class to learn this most colorful language.

The Village at Sherman Oaks offers a wealth of educational programs to keep residents engaged. With social distancing in mind, the Zest Department now offers these opportunities virtually. Residents can access a variety of lectures and classes, all from the comfort and convenience of their residences. July highlights range from a Pierce College lecture with Dr. Thomas Young to a weekly writing class and Art History with Professor Katherine Zoraster.

On Independence Day we enjoyed beer, root beer floats, hot dogs and the Dixieland Band from Disneyland!

At The Village at Sherman Oaks, residents will pause to celebrate our nation’s birthday as they social distance. Thanks to technology, they can explore famous landmarks and museums and learn about America’s rich history, all from the safety and comfort of their residences. And, since no Independence Day is complete without fireworks, residents can watch the Macy’s fireworks show on television to close out the holiday!