Commun ty Matters Farmington Presbyterian Manor
February 2018
Art is Ageless® exhibit and reception features local senior artists Since the beginning of time, creative expression has brought joy to both its creators and those who experience their art. The Art is Ageless® program offers senior artists the opportunity to share and display their artwork, and reaffirms the agelessness of human creativity. This month, their works are on display at Farmington Presbyterian Manor. “It’s inspiring to see the beautiful pieces these seniors have created,” said Anne Allen, marketing director. “The joy it brings to them and others is wonderful, and that’s something we want to celebrate and share with the entire Farmington community.” The Art is Ageless exhibit will feature works from local artists who are 65 and older, including a few Presbyterian Manor residents. The public is welcome to visit the community to view the exhibit of acrylics, oils, photography and various other mediums, ranging from amateur to professional levels. “I am amazed each year of the talent of our local artists — no matter the art form,” said Jane Hull, executive director of Farmington Presbyterian ART, continued on page 4
Activities assistant Mandy Blackmon and Norma Sutton, a resident in memory care, arrange some silk tulips.
A special touch Memory care residents’ activities require different approach As anyone who works with people with dementia knows, you’ve got to know how to enter their world. For more than three years, that’s what Mandy Blackmon has learned to do as the activities assistant for our memory care neighborhood. It’s Mandy’s job to plan activities for our memory care residents and discover what they enjoy or respond to. That can be difficult for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, so Mandy often speaks with family members to learn about hobbies, music and other things their loved ones have enjoyed in the past. “I have felt at home there from day one,” Mandy said. “It’s not for everybody. I have always felt like it’s a joy and a challenge to try to tap into the interests of residents.” Before coming to Farmington Presbyterian Manor, Mandy had never worked in long-term care. But she had always wanted to work with TOUCH, continued on page 2
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seniors. Now, she said, she loves to hear residents tell her stories about growing up, or about their families, and to watch them light up when they do. Group activities can be challenging
for people with dementia, so often Mandy and the nursing staff are participating with just one or two residents at a time. They might listen to music or do manicures. Two women love to paint pictures. When it’s warm outside, they can work in the garden, shuck corn, snap beans and plant flowers. “Nobody wants to think their loved one is just put in a chair and left to sit there all day. I want to let them know they still have so much worth and goodness,” Mandy said. The residents become like a family of their own, and Mandy said sometimes their favorite thing is to
Jane Hull, executive director Anne Allen, marketing director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact aallen@pmma.org Telephone: 573-756-6768 Fax: 573-756-6014 Address: 500 Cayce St., Farmington, MO 63640-2910 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. FarmingtonPresbyterianManor.org
Below is a list of individuals who gave generously during our annual Angel Appeal to support seniors at our campus who have outlived their financial resources through no fault of their own. Gifts are often made in the memory or honor of a loved one who has lived at our campus. We appreciate the generosity of our donors.
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Ms. Sally Alderson in memory of Shirley Hanners and in honor of Donald Hanners
Ms. Jessica Brawley in memory of Tyler Lee Kent
Ms. Anne Allen in memory of Gloria Watson Mrs. Patsy J. Allen Anonymous Mrs. Edna C. Arnold in memory of Opal Wright & Barbara (Betty)
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The memory care staff is like a family, too, Mandy said. “I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. I am proud to be a part of that team. Seeing the compassion and the love our aides and nurses have for them is awesome.”
Thank you, donors
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have coffee together and bring out their own family photos to share. There are magazines with stories from the 1950s and ‘60s that serve as conversation starters, too. Music also reaches many residents when words and actions cannot. A woman visits regularly to play piano for them, and many will start singing along to old songs they recognize.
Mrs. Peggy Bland in memory of Lawrence Burnia Ms. Sarah Boland in memory of Dennis Boland Mr. Shane Bone in memory of David Bone
Ms. Talisha Brooks in memory of Ralph & Patti Eaves Ms. Rachel Campbell in memory of Rita Fincher Mr. and Mrs. Jack M. Chinn in memory of Irene Chinn DONORS, continued on page 3 Like us on Facebook
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Ms. Mary C. Clevenger in memory of Betty Crow Griffin Mr. and Mrs. Warren Corless in honor of the Fair Family, the Corless Family & the York Family Ms. Wanda Cox in honor of Lauren Hill Ms. Jennifer Crader Ms. Karen Crews Mrs. Mary Kay Cross in memory of Michael D. Cross Ms. Kassy Dailey in memory of Phylicia Graf Mr. and Mrs. Josh Dement in memory of Walter & Loretta Harrington Mr. and Mrs. John Doerr Ms. Shirley Estes in memory of Mattie Souden Ms. Angie Evans in memory of Jim Travens Farmington Presbyterian Church Dr. Patricia R. Forni in memory of Glenda Brown Ms. Carolyn Gordon and Mr. Rick Giles in memory of Helen Gordon Ms. Tracy Griffin in memory of Wilma Uhl Mrs. Ellen J. Harter in memory of Lonnie Goggins
Leroy Kennon Mr. and Mrs. John B. King in memory of Lillian King Ms. Patricia A. Knox in memory of Mayme Worley
Mrs. Nancy and Mr. Robert Schaeffer in memory of Glen and Peggy Keay Mrs. Kathleen and Mr. Roger Schmidt in honor of Mary Miller
Ms. Jeannine Koen in memory of Thomas Tuttle
Rev. and Mrs. Peter Soens Son Light Parish Presbyterian Women
Ms. Emily Laramore in memory of Nina Day
Ms. Sarah Stegeman in memory of Roy Lovelace
Ms. Rene McClymont in memory of Chrissie McClymont, Matt and Peg McClymont, Jim and Isabel McClymont & Dulcie Farthing
Mr. Wesley Walker in honor of Roy Carr
Mr. and Mrs. Gerald McGinnis in honor of Martha O’Bannon Mrs. Shirley Miller in memory of Billy O. Miller
Ms. Becky Waller in memory of Andy Elders & Lynda Elders Mrs. Shirley Wampler in memory of Helen Lenz Ms. Melinda Watts in memory of Rita Fincher
Ms. Dana Nicholson in honor of Farmington Presbyterian Manor residents
Ms. Judy Weddle in honor of Zola Francis
Mrs. Clarice Passmore in honor of Clarice Wion
Ms. Charlene Western in honor of Jackie White
Ms. Teresa R. Pinkley in memory of Steve Patterson
Westminster Presbyterian Church Women
Mr. and Mrs. James S. Plummer Ms. Kim Price in memory of Robert Watson & Eugene Causey
Dr. Carol E. Willman in memory of her parents
Ms. Lori Pylandin memory of Charles Seabourne
Ms. Carol Winch in memory of Paul Cross & Mike Cross Mr. William Wise in memory of Mary Wise
Mrs. Arvada Helena in memory of Alice Helena
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ray Mrs. Jetty and Mr. Lloyd Reese in honor of Phyllis Wigger
Mr. Harold L. Worley in memory of Mayme Worley & Ercle Warncke
Ms. Nenita Jamerson in memory of Roy Jamerson
Ms. Courtney Ritch in memory of Alma Bates
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Young in memory of Velma Doke
Mr. and Mrs. William F. Kennedy, Jr. in memory of Janet F. Ketring, Irma Tetley & Mary Wise
Mr. Randy Rowe and Mrs. Jennifer Rowe in memory of Darrell Rowe & Waylen Bowers
Ms. Sharon Kennon in memory of
Ms. Susan Rudroff
If you would like to support our seniors, you can make a gift online at http://www.presbyterianmanors.org/ give_now or by leaving a gift with the staff at the front desk.
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Manor. “Each bring their own unique touch to their work. They are truly an inspiration to others as they remind us there is no age limit to creativity.� The exhibit is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 21 to 23 in the assisted living lobby. In addition to the commuinity exhibit, Farmington Presbyterian Manor will honor local senior artists during a reception at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23.
Tell us your story We will celebrate our roots in an upcoming issue of Community Matters. If you have a connection to a milestone for your campus, or if you just want to tell the world what you love about living in your senior living community, we want to share the story. Contact Anne Allen, marketing director, and your story could be featured in an upcoming edition of Community Matters.
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Long-term care insurance Learn about eligibility, plan structures and pricing from the experts. This free, Just Ask event begins at 2 p.m. February 28 on our campus at 500 Cayce Street. Space is limited. RSVP by calling 573-756-6768. Like us on Facebook