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Hearing aid clinics a free monthly service Wax build-up is the number one problem with all types of hearing aids. To reduce the likelihood of a repair due to wax in the circuits, it is very important to clean your hearing aids every day, and to have them thoroughly cleaned by a professional at least once a month. With the assistance of Audiology and Hearing Aid Service Inc., Presbyterian Manor offers a free hearing aid cleaning each month. Dr. Haris Zafar, Ph. D., C.C.C.-A, volunteers his services on the last Friday of each month for an hourlong clinic in the sunroom. Please contact Helen Brown in social services if you have questions or for more information.
July 2016
Clarissa Hammar, L.P.N., with Lily Mullinax at the breakfast table.
Meet Clarissa Hammar, one of NPM’s new grads For the first 12 years of Clarissa Hammar’s life, she shared a room with her grandmother. They were near constant companions and watched “The Price is Right” together every day. As Clarissa grew up, she came to realize her grandmother had dementia, and that her grandmother lived with them so Clarissa’s mother, Clarice, could care for her. “I watched her take care of my grandma for so long,” Clarissa said. “It can be very draining, but it’s so rewarding.” That experience, along with Clarice’s own career in health care, inspired Clarissa to go into the field as well. She joined the staff of Newton Presbyterian Manor in late 2013 as a medication aide, with the encouragement of her mother. Clarice McCartney has worked here for more than a dozen years. Now, Clarissa is working her way up in a nursing career. In May, she earned her LPN certification after an intensive year of classes. She LPN, continued on page 5
Chaplain’s corner: It is written By Jerroll Martens, Newton Presbyterian Manor chaplain
an individual is always very important. Often one can be Jesus answered Satan three times, “it condemned or exonerated is written” in response to temptation on the basis of what they have written. Even casual as recorded in Matthew and Luke. Each time, the written word settled notes taken on a timely basis have great weight in the issue as to why Jesus would not a dispute. Everyday life yield to the temptation. involves signing many Not to say all writing is true, but agreements, from the something that is written has carried doctor’s office to the repair great weight since the beginning of shop. And, of course, many time. Businesses rely on written receipts! What about our contracts for both parties. Who of Declaration of Independence? us would buy an insurance policy The Bible is not only a written with only a verbal contract? In record, but its words are given to us public life something written by
from God Himself! We do well to heed its admonitions. God Almighty stands behind all its promises and we can rest in them.
Community Matters
is published monthly for residents and friends of Newton Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org. Marc Kessinger, executive director Noelle Dickinson, marketing director Melinda Ebersole, activity director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Noelle at ndickinson@pmma.org. Telephone: 316-283-5400 Fax: 316-284-5900 Address: 1200 E. Seventh, Newton, KS 67114-2862 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. NewtonPresbyterianManor.org
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Mothers Day
Above and above left: Presbyterian Manor hosted two Mother’s Day events. The independent and assisted living party featured “Minnie Pearl” and her comedic routine. Left: The McFarland Center Mother’s Day celebration was a new experience for many as all were given the opportunity to try their hand at watercolor painting. Art is Ageless® award winning painter Velera Adams taught a group class how to paint a basket of flowers. Impressive!
Happy retirement! Bob Anderson retired from groundskeeping at Presbyterian Manor. Known for his care of the green campus grass, he shared stories at his retirement party of creative ways to keep employees, the letter carrier and construction crews from wearing paths in his beautiful lawns. We wish him well in his retirement! Like us on Facebook
Nursing Home Week Beautiful weather gave residents and employees plenty of opportunity to celebrate National Nursing Home Week and Older American’s Month outside in May. Ice cream sundaes and a tiki bar were held in the Haury Courtyard, and a neighborhood block party and barbecue capped off the month. Newton Presbyterian Manor
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Elections in August If you’ve changed addresses since the last election, you will want to confirm your registration for elections coming up in August. The social services office can help you obtain an absentee ballot for mailing in. Contact Helen Brown at 316-283-5400.
Upcoming events
Residents take a trip to the zoo Summer is the season for zoo trips, with groups from all campus neighborhoods choosing trips to the Sedgwick County Zoo, Hutchinson Zoo, Tanganyika Wildlife Park or Rolling Hills Zoo in Salina. Here, a group poses with the white tiger on a chilly, wet trip to Tanganyika.
Wednesdays, July 13 & 27, 2 p.m. – Watercolor classes with Clorene Smith, Main Dining Room Tuesday, July 19, 9:30 a.m., Chapel – Summer Session with Kristy Cowles, working with International Students Inc. at Wichita State University. TBD – Day trip to Burrton with shopping and lunch at The Barn Tuesday, July 26, 9:30 a.m., Chapel – Summer Session with Tom & Marci Dorsch, missionaries in Niger, West Africa. Thursday, July 28, 2:30 p.m. – Healthy Learning Lecture: Stress Management by Alex Ramos
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Group tours Wichita’s new campus Now that Wichita Presbyterian Manor’s construction is complete, we needed to see it! A group traveled to Wichita recently to tour the new buildings and have lunch at the Copper Oven. Like us on Facebook
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attended school full time while still working and being a mom to her own daughter, now 2 years old. “It’s definitely not easy, but I have a lot of people behind me,” Clarissa said. She plans to pursue her RN in the future when the time is right. Clarissa is one of 14 Presbyterian Manor staff members who celebrated a graduation in May – nine from high school, two as LPNs, and three RNs.
Place. She likes being able to help residents make the transition from a more independent lifestyle when their needs change. “This is like my home. I know all my residents; I know the staff. I’ve been encouraged all year long, by my residents and my coworkers.”
Congratulations to our graduates! High school: Madelyn Stonehouse, Ashleigh Pulaski, Rose Sanchez, Rylee Moe, Kylie Moore, Alexa Anderson, Armando Mosqueda II, Antonio Torres, Lilibeth Burkhart LPNs: Clarissa Hammar, Erica Morrison RNs: Vianey Toribio, Ashley Stagner, Maria Hernandez
“We are so proud of our graduates as they work to advance their careers in this important industry,” said Marketing Director Noelle Dickinson. “Presbyterian Manors supports employees in countless ways, encouraging each one to follow their dreams. Flexible schedules, scholarship programs and career ladders are all offered through the PMMA system.” Clarissa said she didn’t think she would follow her mother into longterm care, but once she began, she found it was a great fit for her. She moved to Newton to accept Presbyterian Manor’s job offer even though she had other offers close to her former home. The Presbyterian Manor staff, she said, has become a big family that extends her own family ties here. “Everyone knows me and my mom. I like to bring my daughter. Then we have three generations running around,” Clarissa said. Her mother, Clarice, was a medication aide for many years in assisted living and is now a transportation aide, taking residents to appointments and running errands for them. Like her mother, Clarissa has worked primarily in assisted living, now at Anderson Like us on Facebook
Duplex and apartments available Old friends make great new neighbors! Don’t forget about Presbyterian Manor’s resident referral program, which rewards you with a $500 rebate on your monthly fees if you refer a friend who puts your name on their application and moves in to an independent living apartment or home. The best part is that they also receive a $500 rebate. For details of the program, contact Noelle Dickinson in the marketing office at 316-283-5400. Newton Presbyterian Manor
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Summer chapel sessions begin July 19 While the men’s and women’s Bible studies take a break for the summer, the spiritual life committee has arranged special Tuesday morning summer sessions with speakers from all over the world. International missionaries, seminary professors and local prison and urban ministry leaders will be here to share their stories of evangelism and discipleship in the areas they’ve been called. Sessions begin July 19 and will be held weekly on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 in the Chapel through August 30.
Bravo of the Month
Bravo of the Month goes to Thomas Allen, maintenance technician, from Clarissa Hammar: “Thomas came in on Sunday morning, dressed for church service, and escorted Haury residents to chapel. He came in out of his way and spent time with our residents and they really enjoyed that!”
Thomas Allen receives a Bravo from Executive Director Marc Kessinger.
Thomas was also commended for his teamwork and service by his supervisor Steve Seidl: “A large container of red fruit punch was spilled on the carpet in the hallway. Thomas saw it happen and grabbed a mini-extractor and tried to clean up as much as possible which helped to prevent additional staining. Great teamwork from a great employee!”
Share your secret to staying healthy We will focus on healthy aging in an upcoming issue of Community Matters. What are your secrets for staying healthy as you age? What advice do you have for others? Have you faced a health crisis and made life-altering changes as a result? If you’ve got a story to share, contact Marketing Director Noelle Dickinson, and your story could be featured in an upcoming edition of Community Matters.
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