Greetings fellow Brethren,
I have recently returned from Florida and the Grand Master’s luncheons. Although it was wonderful to travel to the Sunshine State and share the Ohio Masonic Home’s vision with our brothers residing there, it is always good to come home and continue working toward it here in Ohio.
Recently you received a letter and a magnet from me introducing the Ohio Masonic Home’s Masonic Aging Resource Center. I want to express my excitement in being able to bring this service to Masons across the state of Ohio. The Masonic Aging Resource Center is designed to assist all brothers and their families in answering any questions they may have on aging. You may ask what this might mean and so I would like to share with you that this new resource center is available to help connect you to the products and services you desire. Regardless of the type of distress you may be feeling, our friendly and professional customer service representatives will help you to connect to the solutions and answers you need most. Whether you need a fall pendant or some light remodeling work done on your house to make it wheelchair accessible or safer for your aging journey the Resource center is your one stop call for all of these services and products. So please place the magnet on your refrigerator and call the Masonic Aging Resource Center toll-free at 877-881-1623 with any aging questions you may have.
In conjunction with the Masonic Aging Resource Center we would also like to introduce our Partners in Excellence. The Ohio Masonic Home has formed partnerships with various retirement communities throughout the state of Ohio where we currently do not have a physical presence. Following a strict credentialing program these communities have become a trustworthy resource for all Ohio Masons. In forming these relationships the Ohio Masonic Home has expanded its reach throughout the state to provide communities that have the Ohio Masonic Home stamp of approval and who share our values and beliefs when it comes to aging respectfully. In the following pages you will see more information about each of the communities with which we have partnered, and have the chance to learn about the quality of each Partner in Excellence.
Finally, as we move into spring and warmer weather, I hope each of you will consider joining the Ohio Masonic Home Foundation at one of its enjoyable events. The first event, April 12, will appeal to all of our Masonic runners as we host a 5K in Springfield at the Springfield Masonic Community. Next, on May 17, nationally known Joy Loverde will speak at the BeActive BeFriend luncheon held on the Western Reserve Masonic Community campus. Moving in to June, the Foundation will be hosting a Golf Classic on June 2 at the Top 20 Wedgewood Club located in Columbus. Finally, end your summer by joining us as we take a scenic ride in support of memory care during the Miracle Miles for Memory Care capstone Road Rally event. As you page through the Beacon please take note of the dates and contact information for each event and register early as I know a few of the events have limited spots.
I look forward to seeing each of you at these events and sharing the blessing that comes from helping those in need through attending them. In parting, I want to remind each of you that the Masonic Aging Resource Center is here for you toll-free at 877-881-1623 when you may be in distress.
Warm Regards,
Tom Stofac
