Commun ty Matters Manor of the Plains
September 2018
Esparza takes on another new role Since coming to Manor of the Plains in 2017, Tehren Esparza has worn numerous hats, ranging from day-shift nurse to Tehren Esparza assisted living/home health director. Recently, Tehren transitioned into yet another new role—case manager. “My current responsibilities are to assist with Medicare Part A ‘skilled’ admissions,” said Tehren. “This includes establishing rapport with the resident and their family, and working with both nursing and therapy on the resident’s end goal, which is usually going home.” Prior to joining the staff at Manor of the Plains, Tehren worked in retirement communities across the state, and has come to appreciate the work environment and residentfocused approach at Manor of the Plains. “I enjoy our teamwork and the dedication our staff has toward our residents,” said Tehren. Away from work, Tehren also is busy. She and her husband of three years are proud parents of a five-monthold daughter.
“3 Girls,” a painting by Mary Anne Hendrix.
Dodge City artists among Art is Ageless® masterpiece level winners Five winning artists in Manor of the Plains’ annual Art is Ageless® juried competition will be featured in the 2019 Art is Ageless Calendar produced by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America. “My Country tis of Thee,” a painting by Joanne Clarke; “Deer,” a drawing by Mary Ford; “3 Girls,” a painting by Mary Anne Hendrix; “Welcome,” a painting in the Christmas category by Linnette Jones; and “Round Table Topper,” fiber art by Pat Tieben will appear in the calendar when it is released this fall. In addition, “Hodgeman County Barn,” a sculpture by William D. Herman, will be featured on one of the Art is Ageless greeting cards. Works by local winners are automatically entered into a masterpiece-level competition with winning art from 16 other PMMA communities. More than 180 entries were received for this year’s masterpiece competition. The winners are featured in the Art is Ageless calendar and greeting cards. ART, continued on page 3
Assisted living neighborhood one big, happy family Since 1995, National Assisted Living Week has taken place for one week in September. It always kicks off with Grandparents Day on the first Sunday of the month. This year, we recognize National Assisted Living Week September 9 to 15, and are thankful for two staff members dedicated to making the neighborhood an enriching place to live. Meet Lisa Montoya, assisted living activity director/social service designee. Lisa has been working at Manor of the Plains since October 2004, and is responsible for Lisa Montoya
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Jerry Korbe, executive director Kurt Lampe, marketing director Lisa Montoya, activity director Jacque Soltero, health care activity director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Kurt at klampe@pmma.org. Telephone: 620-225-1928 Fax: 620-225-3982 Address: 200 Campus Dr., Dodge City, KS 67801-2760
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the development of programs and entertainment for the community. “For some, it may be an evening out at a special restaurant, and for others, it may be a sing-along or bingo. The activities staff works hard to make sure there are a variety of programs and activities to choose from,” Lisa said. Just a few weeks ago, Amanda Delgado joined the staff as assisted living/home health director. In her new role, she helps prepare staff to perform their jobs accurately, and works with residents and family members to ensure they’re receiving the proper care. “I enjoy working with the residents and making sure they have everything they need to live a happy life here,” Amanda said. Some of Lisa’s happiest moments around the assisted living neighborhood have been on Halloween and around Christmas. For Halloween, the community room is transformed into a haunted house, and employees and residents bring Amanda Delgado their children and grandchildren trick or treating. At Christmas, the
community turns into a winter wonderland with 14 decorated Christmas trees, several Nativity scenes, a five-foot Santa Claus that plays music and dances, and a 12foot tall Christmas Tree. For Amanda, her favorite activity has been the gospel concert Manor of the Plains recently hosted for the Dodge City community. “The smiles on the residents’ faces, and their joy and excitement at the concert, warmed my heart. I love that our community has many activities and outings that they can enjoy,” Amanda said. Life in the assisted living neighborhood has proven to be life-changing for residents and staff alike. “The residents have so much to share. I learn something new every day about them, and myself. They have helped me to understand that we all have challenges in life, but that does not stop us from learning how to overcome those challenges,” Lisa said. And while she’s only been here a few weeks, Amanda has quickly seen how Manor of the Plains is all about compassion and family. “We are a big family here,” Amanda said. “The staff here genuinely care for the residents, and we all strive to make each and every resident happy.” Like us on Facebook
“My Country tis of Thee,” a painting by Joanne Clarke. ART, continued from page 1
“We are inspired by the talent in our senior community and are thrilled we have the opportunity to share it and inspire others through the Art is Ageless calendar and greeting cards,” said Kurt Lampe, marketing director, Manor of the Plains. Art is Ageless, open exclusively “Hodgeman County Barn,” a sculpture by William D. Herman. to people age 65 and older, is a copyrighted program of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America. For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years. Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica’s Art is Ageless program encourages Manor of the Plains residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as art classes, musical and dramatic events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year. Started in 1980, Art is Ageless is an extension of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America’s wellness programs, which focus on mental, physical, social and spiritual health. Residents and friends of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America’s Art is Ageless program are proving that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition. Like us on Facebook
“Welcome,” a painting in the Christmas category by Linnette Jones.
“Deer,” a drawing by Mary Ford.
“Round Table Topper,” fiber art by Pat Tieben. Manor of the Plains
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Gospel concert Above: The Arasmith Family performing during the 20th Annual Southern Gospel Christian Concert during the Dodge City Days Celebration. Above left: A beautiful view of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church during the 20th Annual Southern Gospel Christian Concert. Thank you to the Diocese of Dodge City for sharing the use of the Cathedral. Left: Kurt Lampe, marketing director, interacts with the Arasmith family at the Southern Gospel Christian Concert sponsored by Manor of the Plains during the annual Dodge City Days Celebration. As a way to celebrate our 20th annual concert, the management team decided to step it up and giveaway not one, but two Yeti coolers.
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