Commun ty Matters Manor of the Plains
December 2016
How to keep off extra pounds during the holidays With the holidays right around the corner, your calendar is probably already filling up with friendly parties, formal dinners and family gatherings.All of that celebrating can take a toll on the body. Polls and scientific studies estimate that many Americans gain between one and five pounds during the holiday season. This wouldn’t be so bad, except that most of us won’t lose that weight over the next year. By the time we reach our fifties and beyond, the accumulation of those holiday pounds can pose a significant health risk. To help you enjoy this holiday season without gaining extra weight, here are seven tips you and your family can use: 2 practical, everyday tips These tips are specific little things that are easy to implement throughout the holiday season and will help keep you from consuming more calories than you burn. 1. Eat before attending events. Knowing that you have a holiday party HOLIDAYS, continued on page 4
Holiday celebrations The Christmas season is always bustling at Manor of the Plains. We have a full lineup of events, activities and entertainment for everyone. Here’s your complete guide to the festivities. Christmas open house Manor of the Plains’ traditional open house will be 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10 in the Community Room. Guests can admire a forest of beautifully decorated Christmas trees and register to win one of their own. Visitors will also receive a complimentary 2017 Art is Ageless calendar and be entered to win prizes such as insulated cups and a Manor of the Plains travel bag. We’ll be serving hot apple cider and holiday treats, and we’ll enjoy live music from a local pianist and harpist. Have you been wondering about the advantages of life in our community? Marketing Director Kurt Lampe will have a short presentation about the benefits of moving to Manor of the Plains. For more information, OPEN HOUSE continued on page 2
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call Kurt at 620-225-1928 (office) or 620-255-8726 (cell), or visit ManorOfThePlains.org Holidays in health care Our Secret Pal party and potluck will be Wednesday, Dec. 21 about noon. On Dec. 22, we’ll take a tour of the Christmas lights around town at 6 p.m. Be sure to join us at 6 p.m. on Dec. 23 for a sing-along with a local 4-H group.
homeschooled students who sing and play violin and piano (date and time TBA). Independent and assisted living Plan to hop on board the bus Wednesday, Dec. 14, for a ride around town looking at Christmas lights and singing carols. We’ll depart at 6 p.m. and finish up with a treat from Dairy Queen. Barry HOLIDAY, continued on page 3
In advance of New Year’s, we’ll have a Snow Ball dance at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 28. We’re also looking forward to a performance by a local group of
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Make a difference in the lives of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America seniors who no longer have the resources to care for themselves. Every gift to the Good Samaritan Program remains local and helps residents who are living right here in our campus. To make your gift, visit the front desk, go online to PresbyterianManors.org/GoodSam or call us at 316-685-1100. Like us on Facebook
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Ward will sing Christmas carols with all residents, family and friends at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16, in our community room. We will serve hot apple cider and cookies, and we hear Santa Claus may put in an appearance. Later the same day at 5 p.m. is the potluck gathering for independent living.
Enjoy the Christmas season!
The Family Christmas Dinner for assisted living residents is at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 20, in the Independent Dining Room. Each resident may invite two guests.
Out and about, power of pink and s’more fun What an eventful fall we’ve had! From outings to the lake, to honoring those with breast cancer to making a childhood treat, we’ve done it all!
Chris Kephart, our transportation driver (second from the left), explores a cave at Scott County Lake with other visitors. John Brent enjoys a beautiful day at Scott County Lake.
Staff and residents celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October by sporting their favorite pink gear. Like us on Facebook
Dorlene Steele enjoys a fall afternoon making s’mores. Manor of the Plains
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coming up in the evening, you might think it’s a good idea to eat less throughout the day, but that’s actually setting yourself up for an overindulgence disaster. By eating healthy meals and snacks throughout the day, you’ll ensure a constant supply of energy and reduce the likelihood of party-time cravings and the associated bingeing.
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Your best buffer against consuming a ton of empty calories at a party is to eat a fiber- and nutrient-dense meal or substantial snack right before you head to the party. Some good options are a lightly dressed salad with plenty of veggies and legumes, a bowl of bean soup or a healthy whole grain pilaf. 2. Employ the every-other rule with alcohol. One of the biggest calorie culprits at holiday gatherings is that cup of cheer.Alcoholic drinks can contain 80 to 500+ calories per serving and, what’s worse, studies have shown that drinking alcohol makes it likely you’ll consume more food calories as well. One of the tactics is what I call the “every-other” rule, which requires you to drink a full glass of water between every alcoholic beverage you consume. Doing this makes you feel fuller and keeps you hydrated, which can be important for regulating hunger signals.
Enriching lives with art We will focus on art and how it’s used on our campuses to enrich life in an upcoming issue of Community Matters. How do the arts help you stay sharp? How do you exercise creativity? How does your campus support your exploration of the arts? If you’ve got a story to share, contact Marketing Director Kurt Lampe, and your story could be featured in an upcoming edition of Community Matters.
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