Commun ty Matters Newton Presbyterian Manor
October 2017
Chaplain’s corner: Little may be best By Jerroll Martens, chaplain, Newton Presbyterian Manor
“Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right.” Proverbs 16:8. In Solomon’s proverbs he uses the word “better” more than 20 times. It is not a matter of having one or the other. A person can have great revenues and be a righteous person with high integrity. His statement hints at what is too often the case; in the pursuit of revenues, it is such a temptation to cut corners. Dishonesty, behind-the-scenes manipulation or nasty treatment of another person may indeed result in success for oneself. If cutting corners is necessary for success, then before God and men, it is far better to not have those great revenues but have a reputation for honesty, integrity and right living. A raw and perhaps DEVOTION, continued on page 2
Jodi Huntley with Marc Kessinger, executive director, as she receives a Bravo of the Month award.
Jodi gets the job done The Bravo of the Month goes to Jodi Huntley, LPN, for three wonderful tributes this month. From Brittney Jaso, CNA: “Coming into work knowing Jodi is my nurse for the day makes coming into work more positive. Not only are her nurse duties always done when they are supposed to be, she also always helps us on the floor with call lights, baths, getting residents up, laying residents down, and meals. I have no hesitation when going to her for help, questions, or to report issues. She always shows respect, has a smiling face and a positive attitude. I love her as a nurse, person and teammate.” From Anyssa Thompson, CMA: “Jodi is an amazing nurse. There has never been a time I worked with her that she has not helped with any and every need I had. Her competence shows in answers she gives to even the toughest questions. She constantly helps toilet, bathe, feed and assist HUNTLEY, continued on page 2
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with all residents needs without asking. On top of all her help she has an amazing personality and makes everyone feel welcome and respected. Hands down the best nurse I have ever worked with.”
extreme example is that of Pilate who made the decision for Jesus to be crucified. Four times he declared Jesus to be innocent, yet sent him to death in order to keep his position of power and opulent lifestyle. Let’s live the right way and leave the results with God!
From Ashley Sassi, health services supervisor: “Jodi Huntley has offered to stay multiple times, come in on her day off, even relieved me once when my child was ill and no one else could. She goes above and beyond her duties on employee committee and has always been willing to help someone. Thank you Jodi!”
Tell your holiday stories We will feature Christmas in an upcoming issue of Community Matters. If you have a story about Christmas, whether a favorite tradition or a memorable holiday celebration, 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 Noelle Dickinson, marketing director, and your story could be featured in an upcoming edition of Community Matters.
Upcoming events for October 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
Tuesday Oct. 4, 2:30 p.m. –
Broadway Apts. Community Room
Cooking Class: Chicken Tortilla Soup – Main Dining Room.
Thursday, Oct. 26, 2:30 p.m. –
Thursday, Oct. 5, 6 to 8 p.m. – Living with Alzheimer’s for Caregivers, (late stages) by the Alzheimer’s Association, chapel. RSVP to Noelle Dickinson at 316-283-5400, ndickinson@pmma.org.
Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m. – Alzheimer’s Walk in Wichita. Join our team or donate by calling Melinda Ebersole at 316-283-5400, mebersole@pmma.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 24, 3:15 p.m. Cooking Class: Chicken Tortilla Soup-
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Healthy Learning Lecture: Winter Preparedness by Kaitlyn Hollaway, wellness director, Manor Wellness Center.
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2:30 p.m. – Community Assembly with music by the Schowalter Villa Men’s Chorus, main dining room
Friday, Nov. 10, 7 to 10 a.m. – Veterans Day Breakfast, main dining room. All area veterans, spouses, widows and active duty military are invited to a free pancake breakfast. Invite your friends! Like us on Facebook
What makes a not-for-profit living community different? By Jill Coleman, regional director of sales and marketing
While shopping for a senior living community, it is common to consider the layout of the residence, the taste of the food and the friendliness of the staff as well as the financial requirements and availability of ongoing care. But what about the operational status of the organization? A community operating with a forprofit business model vs. a notfor-profit business model can make a significant difference in the overall operation and culture of the organization.
see ownership change every five years or so. However, this growth model is simply a grab at revenue which makes it a rarity in the not-for-profit sector. Enjoying the consistency of continuous ownership can be a huge plus! 3. Oversight is provided by a volunteer board of trustees
Who is at the helm of an organization? The shareholders? The CEO? The Board? In a forprofit business, many decisions are based on what will be pleasing to the shareholders. Compare that to the way a not-for-profit is managed. A volunteer board of trustees is holding the organization Five major differences are worth exploring to understand the contrast and its leadership accountable to the mission and the best interests of the better. residents. The fact that this group 1. Faith-based; mission-driven of highly-qualified individuals serves in a volunteer capacity means that As a not-for-profit organization, there is one governing philosophy to there are no alternative motives which all operational decisions must outside of the mission. This means that residents are always the priority. align- the mission! At Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, our 4. Net revenue is reinvested mission is to provide quality senior back into the community services guided by Christian values. Just because Presbyterian Manor is We carry a culture that makes all decisions by wearing two lenses, one a not-for-profit company doesn’t is quality, and the other is Christian mean the organization never makes values. All things must measure up money. The real difference is how to those standards. that income is managed. Naturally, in a for-profit, revenue goes to serve 2. Continuous ownership the shareholders. Conversely, there are no shareholders for a not-forA popular avenue through which for-profit organizations gain revenue profit; therefore, all net revenues go back into the community to improve in senior living is acquisition and resale. In fact, it is common to the quality of life for the residents. Like us on Facebook
5. Good Samaritan Program One of the number one fears of American seniors is running out of money. In more than 68 years of serving seniors, Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America has stood in that financial gap for those who no longer had the resources to pay for their cost of living in the community. The Good Samaritan Program is supported by philanthropic efforts to ensure residents always have a secure future. Choosing a senior living community is a complex decision with many variables. As you go through the process remember to ask these questions: 1. What is the mission of this organization and how is it implemented each day? 2. Who owns this community and for how long? 3. Who is in charge? (Shareholders? Volunteer board?) 4. What happens to net revenues? 5. What would happen to me if I ran out of money? Newton Presbyterian Manor
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Thanks to a grant from the Kansas Department of Transportation, we have a brand new medical transportation van.
Above: Investigator Robert Guest and Sheriff Chad Gay from the Harvey County Sheriff ’s Office present at the monthly Healthy Learning Lecture, explaining how to avoid fraud and scams. Below: Guests fill the dining room to taste-test Fitz’s hand-rubbed ribs and fixin’s.
We treat our furry friends like honored guests and even have a water bowl in the front lobby for pets who needed refreshment.
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