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‘I enjoy life’
Dale Turner, left, stands with his wife, Adean, at the Tribune office. The couple has been married for over 60 years. Hannah Dillon/Albert Lea Tribune
Albert Lea man, 90, attributes weight loss to exercising, sensible eating By Hannah Dillon
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For one hour, four days a week, Dale Turner walks around Northbridge Mall. What makes this feat even more impressive? Turner is 90 years old. Fifteen years ago, Turner started walking at Northbridge Mall. He decided to walk at the mall because he said there are no dogs, no cars and it is cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Ten years ago, Turner said he weighed 275 pounds. As of Thursday — he weighed himself that
morning — he weighs 169 pounds, almost a 100 pound difference. Turner attributes that weight loss to his walking, as well as sensible eating. Turner is a former manager for Kahler Motel. He worked for nine years in Rochester and nine years in Owatonna. In 1970 he came to Albert Lea to work at another Kahler facility, and worked there for 12 years. He said that he probably overate when he managed the motel, as they had a dining room. He said too many people retire, get a comfortable chair and don’t do anything, then wonder why
their health has deteriorated. At 90, Turner is in good health despite a few “new physical parts” — two new hips and a new knee, as well as his third pacemaker. “You got to be active,” he said. Active is probably a good word to use to describe Turner. Besides his walks at the mall, he is involved with the Golden K-1 Kiwanis Club, the Shrine Club and Bible study at his church. He has also been a member of the Masonic Lodge for 65 years. Before retiring Turner was similarly active — he was involved with the board of directors of the Minnesota Hotel Association, the
board of directors of the Hiawatha Valley Association, was the president of the Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce and worked on YMCA and United Way fundraisers. Turner walks at Northbridge Mall with his wife of 61 years, Adean, who he said is six years younger than him. “She’s faster than I am, too,” he said, attributing that to the cane he uses. Turner and his wife have two children. His son Bruce now lives in Florida and his daughter, Nora, lives in Michigan. In his 90 years, Turner said
he’s seen much of the United States and Canada through his family’s love of camping. When he had vacation time, he would go camping. He said he’s seen the Calgary Stampede in Canada and most of the national parks in the United States. Through both camping and the hotel business, Turner said he’s met many interesting, great people. His biggest piece of advice is to stay active, and it seems to be working for him. Turner summed that sentiment up with three simple words: “I enjoy life.”
St. John’s Lutheran Community residents enjoy the lake
St. John’s Lutheran Community residents enjoyed a cruise on the Pelican Breeze II on Aug. 18. Provided
St. John’s Lutheran Community residents and staff breezed through Albert Lea Lake on the Pelican Breeze II on Aug. 18.
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St. John’s Lutheran Community residents cast some lines
St. John’s Lutheran Community residents went fishing in August.
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It was a sunny day when St. John’s Lutheran Community residents went fishing.
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St. John’s Lutheran Community residents and helpers went fishing in August.
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The archaeology display had many items, including old Israeli money. Hannah Dillon/ Albert Lea Tribune.
Janette Emde, dietitian at Good Samaritan Society of Albert Lea, is now certified in kidney disease management. Hannah Dillon/Albert Lea Tribune
Good Samaritan dietitian receives new kidney disease certification By Hannah Dillon
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An archaeology display encouraged Oak Park Place residents to discuss their own backgrounds and histories.
Oak Park Place explores history By Hannah Dillon
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Residents at Oak Park Place senior living community had a chance to explore their histories and learn about archeology with the community’s celebration of National Assisted Living Week. National Assisted Living Week was last week, and Oak Park Place’s theme was “We ‘Dig’ Assisted Living Week.” The festivities kicked off Sept. 7 with a pie and coffee social for Grandparents Day. Cindy Bodensteiner, activities coordinator at Oak Park Place, said families
were invited to spend time with residents and talk about their histories. On Wednesday, an archaeologist presented artifacts in a program for the residents. On Friday there was a music program for the residents. There was also an archaeological dig last week where residents dug up bones that had the histories of Oak Park Place staff written on them, and the residents had to piece the histories together. Bodensteiner said the staff at Oak Park Place were trying to build on the history piece to get residents talking about
their own stories and accomplishments. She said, for example, that one of the residents had been to John F. Kennedy’s inauguration. Bodensteiner said getting the residents talking and writing down their stories is important for families. Coming next for Oak Park Place is their fall open house from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., tentatively, on Oct. 8. The building will be decorated for the fall season and there will be activities and treats. Bodensteiner said it is a good way to see the building and residents and that it will be a fun, social time.
St. John’s has a party in the garden
balance. Emde said this is a basic components of healthy eating that can reduce the risk of kidney disease. Beyond this, Emde said that many grocery stores have dietitians on staff that can help with more specific questions. She stressed that its important to use the expertise of a registered dietitian versus going online to look up information, though it may be tempting. A rather new development in dietetics, Emde
said, is nutrigenomics. Nutrigenomics looks at how genetics connect to how the body responds to food. This could be linked to diabetes and kidney problems, Emde said. The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society is the nation’s largest nonprofit provider of senior care and services, with more than 240 longterm healthcare centers and senior living communities across the country, including Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea.
Janette Emde, a dietitian at Good Samaritan Society of Albert Lea, is now certified in kidney disease management from a nutrition standpoint through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Emde said that kidney disease is common in the elderly and through nutrition, it can be prevented and can keep a chronic condition from leading to kidney failure and dialysis. For her certification, Emde had to complete five modules. Each module had an exam at the end, and there was a final exam as well. As she went at her own pace, Emde said it took her about six months to complete the modules. American. Hearing. Excellence. The modules were lengthy, Emde said, as they included data as well Skyline Plaza as extensive case studies 1701 W Main St • Albert Lea that involved many “what Call us today (507) 373-1318 would you do?” situations. Emde said her job at Good Samaritan Society motivated her to get this certification. In her approximately 20 years Promoting Health & working with Good Samaritan Society, she said she’s Wellness Since 1950 seen a lot of patients with chronic kidney disease. CKD has five stages, For APPoINTMENT with Stage 1 being the CALL 373-7054 mildest and Stage 5 being the most severe. Emde Located in Historic said she mostly sees Stage Dr. Christopher Downtown Albert Lea Shoff 3 patients. She also noted diabetes is a precursor to kidney problems. Because of all the patients she’s seen with CKD, Emde decided she wanted to better educate herself so she could better We Can Help counsel people with the • Amplified Phones up to 60 decibels disease. • Large Button Phones Emde noted the process • Corded and Cordless is very gradual, but she • Loud Ringer believes her education has already started to help residents at Good Samar507-377-0848 itan Society, especially 228 S. Broadway • Downtown • Albert Lea short-term residents that can take her counseling home with them. As some general tips, Emde suggested the following: • Watch out for sodium. Read labels to find out how much sodium is in the foods you eat. The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Lakeview 2 bedroom, 2 bath, available December 1, 2014 Americans says to keep sodium intake to less than • Maintenance free living • Guest Suite 1,500 milligrams per day • Car wash • Exercise room for people who are over • Appliances • Tax Benefits age 51, are African Ameri• Workshop • Snow Removal can or have hypertension, Monthly fee includes everything but, diabetes or chronic kidney telephone and low gas/electric bill disease. • Manage your blood sugar. The Mayo Clinic says eating well-balanced meals and avoiding sugarsweetened beverages can help control blood sugar. Emde suggests eating plenty of whole grains, fresh fruits and fresh vegetables. 2201 Stevens Street • Albert Lea, MN • Moderation and
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Residents, family and friends at St. John’s Lutheran Community enjoy a garden party on July 24. Provided
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A boy appreciates some potted plants during a garden party at St. John’s Lutheran Community on July 24.
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A rendering of the bistro solarium looking east. Provided
Looking southwest at the main entrance Porte Cochere.
Construction on Thorne Crest Retirement Community is on track By Hannah Dillon
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After beginning construction in June, the construction at Thorne Crest Retirement Community is right on schedule. The progress on the construction is “awesome” according to administrator Shanna Eckberg. She said they’re hoping to have the assisted living and memory care facilities done by late fall. The 63-car garage and wellness center are slated to be done by November. The heathcare entrance should be done by Thanksgiving. Both Eckberg and marketing director Karen Anderson said it was exciting to see the construction, such as masonry, plumbing and electrical. The residents are also enjoying the construction. Anderson said there is a large picture window on the second floor of the building and residents like to watch, critique and try to decide
which worker is working the hardest. Besides the weather, there hasn’t been many setbacks, but Eckberg said those kinds of setbacks are usually expected. As this is a major overhaul, Eckberg and Anderson said that Thorne Crest is trying to be as easy on the residents as possible, and strategy is key. At this point colors, styles, appliances and other aesthetics are being picked out. Some of these aesthetics differ a bit from the original plans, but other than that, Anderson said everything else is on plan. She attributed this to the fact that this renovation has been in the plans for over a year, so the plan was concrete before any construction began. Construction on the entire facility should be done by next summer. By A view of pool looking northeast. the end of spring, the Garfield Street entrance, dining room, bistro, solarium and interior should be done.
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