Commun ty Matters Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor
October 2018
Hladik looks back Change. In Dorothy Hladik’s 26 years at the Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor, she’s seen a lot of it. From how staff members do their jobs, to how the residents live their lives, little has remained the same during her time on the job. However, it’s that constant state of flux that Dorothy has learned to relish the most. “I used to hate change when I was younger, but now I’ve gotten to the point where I look forward to it,” said Dorothy. “I don’t know if it means I’ve been here long enough, or if I’m just getting old.” One of the areas Dorothy has noticed the most change is in the community’s use of technology— especially within the medical records department where she has spent the vast majority of her tenure. “We used to print all our doctor’s orders out on those old printers with the holes on the sides, now it’s all computerized and we’re moving to electronic records,” said Dorothy. “Soon, instead of printing out paper medication and treatment sheets we’ll have all of that electronic as well.” From additional nurses to a fullHLADIK, continued on page 2
A rendering of the new front entrance portico.
Construction, renovation beginning Just in time for our 40th anniversary celebration, Presbyterian Manor has been blessed. Presbyterian Manors Inc. had the opportunity to repurpose some bond money, and some of the funds are being directed to Ark City for renovation. We have started or will be starting three projects in the very near future. The first project is a renovation of the third floor hallways and activity space. The final look of the third floor will be similar to the fourth floor. The renovation will include updating the walls with paint and protective wall board on the lower half, flooring, furniture and updated lighting. This project will take a couple of months. The next project will be constructing a new canopy over the front entrance of the tower. We will be replacing the existing metal awning with a canopy that will cover the drive to allow coverage in and out of vehicles during bad weather. We also will replace the existing front entry doors. New landscaping will complete the project. This project will take approximately 3 months, and we will be utilizing the south entrance to RENOVATION, continued on page 2
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enter the building during this time. The final project will involve resurfacing the south parking lot. We will be scraping the existing south parking lot and then resurfacing. We also will attempt to fix the drainage issue that we have at the end of the south entrance. “We are excited to begin these projects and move forward with updating areas in building,” said Sarah Griggs, executive director. “These projects are well overdue, and the residents are excited for the outcome.”
Plans for the new front entrance at Presbyterian Manor.
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is published monthly for residents and friends of Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org. Sarah Griggs, executive director Sean Page, marketing director Lori Peters, activities director
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time transportation aide, an overall increase in the size of the community’s staff also has been a welcome change. “When I first started here, I drove a little Volkswagen Beetle and actually took a patient to see a doctor in that thing, so the addition of a transportation aide has been a particular blessing,” said Dorothy. On the resident side, Dorothy notes the significant amount of remodeling the community has undergone—specifically in the lobby—and an overall change in culture. “Today’s residents just have a lot more choices of when they want to eat, bathe and sleep,” said Dorothy. “They now have menus to order off, giving them even more freedom.” It’s that emphasis on creating a warm, homelike atmosphere that Dorothy believes is the main
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reason why she—and several of her coworkers—have brought their own family members to live in the community. “It just makes you feel good to know that we are a place we bring our own families,” said Dorothy. Like us on Facebook
Wilda Buffo: Art is Ageless® winner in quilting The material used in this quilt is called Stonehenge. She stopped at many quilt shops before finding this Stonehenge pattern in Missouri. The changing of colors called for close attention to detail and lots of patience, but finally it was done, and now she gets to enjoy every day as the quilt graces her bed at Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor. Wilda is a very active member of
our community. She volunteers on our resident council as treasurer. She is an advocate for the residents and an advocate for Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor in our local community. A fellow resident had this to say about her: “Wilda is a fantastic lady and is so generous, kind and thoughtful. When I first moved here she really made me feel like I was home.”
October birthdays Rosemary Honer, Betty McGehan, Frances Pappan and Marjorie Ward
Wilda Buffo with her winning quilt.
Living together: a call to action everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; for it is written:“It is mine to avenge; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one I will repay,” says the Lord. 20 On the another in love. Honor one another above contrary: yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient if he is thirsty, give him something to in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share drink. with the Lord’s people who are in need. In doing this, you will heap burning Practice hospitality. coals on his head.” Bless those who persecute you; bless and Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome do not curse. Rejoice with those who evil with good. rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do Romans 12: 9-21 not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Key ideas Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be • Positive personalities for Christ careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as • Encouragement for endurance it depends on you, live at peace with • The wisdom of non-retaliation
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Action step Prepare or follow through with aggressive goodwill on some personal help project, even if you must become vulnerable to do so. Prayer I am turning over to You, today, Lord, my resentments and hates, since they are more than I can afford to carry another day.
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Jan Pringle: Distinguished Service Jan Pringle moved to Arkansas City from Wellington in 1989. She has two grown children and eight grandchildren who help to keep her busy. Her husband is a retired district judge. For a time, she owned and ran Carl’s Bar B Que in Arkansas City. Jan started golfing as an adult and was able to pass her love for golfing down to her granddaughter, who golfed all through high school. One of her favorite things to do is spend time with her family and friends on the golf course. In 2004, Richard Venus, a golf tournament committee member, asked Jan to join. Jan’s passion for helping others and love for golf were big contributors to him asking her to help with the tournament that the community hosts. After seven years on the committee and planning the event, she became the co-chair of the committee. A few years later, she became the chairman of the committee. After so many years of helping and planning the event, she says it kind of runs like clockwork, which really allows her to enjoy the day and spend time with the other members of the committee and staff who have become close friends. Jan has enjoyed every minute of the time she has spent on the
From left, Sarah Griggs, Richard Faidley, Dorothy Faidley and Jan Pringle.
committee. She feels honored to be able to help with the Karl Faidley memorial ball drop each year. She loves seeing Karl’s wife and kids participate in the ball drop and it means a lot to her to be able to honor his memory in such a way. Jan feels that volunteering is always a worthwhile thing to do and she is happy she found a way to volunteer and help people while growing her love for the sport as well.
compassionate heart. When I was promoted as the executive director in 2005, I knew nothing about golf or golf tournaments. Jan was one of the committee members that showed me patience while teaching me the ins and outs. I appreciated her then and now as we work alongside each other.”
Jan’s hard work and contributions to our annual golf tournament have helped to raise tens of thousands “Jan is a tremendous asset to the golf of dollars to assist with providing a tournament committee,” said Sarah high level of care to our residents. Griggs, executive director. “She She is truly appreciated, and we look has a vast knowledge of fundraising forward to working with her for along with golf tournaments and a many more years.
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Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor recognizes donors and volunteers Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor recognized donors and volunteers at the first annual Donor & Volunteer Event on Thursday, September 20 at Wheat State Winery. Our community’s Mission Committee and leadership team hosted the reception at the winery, inviting more than 150 donors and volunteers for a relaxing evening of food, wine and fellowship. “These individuals are a significant part of the Presbyterian Manor family and we wanted an opportunity to thank them for their contribution to our community,” said Sarah Griggs, executive director. This is the first year that Presbyterian Manor has hosted an event recognizing our donors; however, for many years the community has had a volunteer recognition in the spring. When planning the donor recognition, the Mission Committee also decided to include the annual volunteer recognition event. “The combination of the two recognitions made a lot of sense because many of the individuals support our mission as volunteers and donors,” said Griggs. During the event, two outstanding volunteers were recognized for their commitment to the mission and the spirit of volunteerism – greatly affecting residents, their families and the employee of Presbyterian Manor. Like us on Facebook
Pastor Dennis Voth was recognized with the Distinguished Service Award for his volunteerism working directing with the residents and staff on a weekly basis. Jan Pringle, current Dick Metz Memorial Golf tournament committee cochair, was recognized with the Distinguished Leadership Award for her volunteerism with the golf tournament committee for the past 14 years. Pastor Dennis Voth: Distinguished Service Dennis was born and raised in west central Illinois near Hannibal, Mo. He grew up on a farm, and his first job was Pastor Dennis Voth studying dairy and swine procedures. In 2001, Dennis moved to Bartlesville, Okla., where he worked at First Christian Church and attended seminary at Phillips Theological Seminary in Tulsa. In 2011, Dennis, his wife Beverly, and their four kids moved to Arkansas City, where he was employed by Central Christian Church. Dennis began volunteering at Presbyterian Manor shortly after
he made the move to Arkansas City. Central Christian Church had many members who resided at the Presbyterian Manor in various levels of care, so it was a natural fit for him to take the ministry to them. He holds Bible study, Sunday and Thursday evening services and various other activities every week. It did not take long for him to realize that Presbyterian Manor was a special place. Having firsthand experience with Alzheimer’s in his family, Dennis is especially fond of the memory care that the community offers. Dennis is very fond of all of the residents here. His face lights up as he thinks about all of the people he has had the pleasure of serving here, too. He said one thing about our residents is “they really know their Bibles.” They do a good job of keeping him on his toes. He recalls one resident who has trouble seeing and getting around and is one of the sweetest, kindest women he has ever met and always has many questions for him. He says he always appreciates the staff that treat the residents like their own grandparents. “Dennis treats us as his own little congregation up here and we really appreciate it,” says one health care resident. The staff and residents both love and admire Dennis for his contributions and time that he spends volunteering at our community. DONORS, continued on page 4 Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor 3
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