Commun ty Matters Rolla Presbyterian Manor
July 2015
New giving option now available Your old vehicle could help “drive” the Good Samaritan Program at a Presbyterian Manor senior living community of your choice. You can donate your car, truck, boat or other unneeded vehicle through PMMA’s new vehicle donation program. When you call the toll-free number, we’ll arrange to pick up the vehicle, even if it’s not running.You will need to provide your vehicle’s title with the vehicle. Its sale price is then tax deductible.You can consult IRS Publication 526 to help you figure its current value. To make your vehicle donation or for more information, call toll free, seven days a week, at 844-490-GIVE (4483), or go to NewtonPresbManorCarDonations.org and choose “Donate Now” to access the online form. Vehicles need to be intact and in towable condition. Exceptions to the program are vehicles whose value would not offset the cost of towing. The PMMA Good Samaritan Program provides financial assistance to residents at any of the 18 communities, who exhaust their CARS, continued on page 2
Music and Memory program offered All residents of Rolla Presbyterian Manor are in for a treat this fall when a new Music and Memory program will be added to the list of activities offered in our community. “Even though we are a small community, many of our residents have some sort of dementia and/or significant physical disability,” said Joy Parker, activity assistant at Presbyterian Manor. “We believe that the Music and Memory program will bring out, for our residents, the abilities of the past, instead of the constant focus on their disabilities now.” Rolla Presbyterian Manor recently applied for the Music & Memory Certification Incentive Program through the Missouri Coalition Celebrating Care Continuum Change (MC5). The campus was one of 40 Missouri care provider organizations to receive funding out of 100 applications that were submitted. This means that the fee associated with the start-up program will be paid by MC5 – including training for staff and a free starter kit that includes iPods, headphones and iTunes gift cards. MUSIC, continued on page 2
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funds through no fault of their own. Thank you for considering a gift to help our residents who have a financial need.
“Recognizing the incredible benefits often experienced by individuals who live with dementia, mental illness, or other disabilities, MC5 wants to further support organizations that wish to initiate or broaden their personalized music programs.” (momc5.com) “Our staff members believe that the residents would be more social and happier as the program evolves into our lives,” said Joy. “Because hearing is the last sense that some of our residents have, music would bring
them to life.” Residents of Presbyterian Manor can look for the program to start this fall. There is a great deal of excitement building around the program and how it will positively impact all the residents. As one resident in health care said, “Music is my life. Music is a way of remembering and I miss that.” For more information about the program or to contribute toward the purchase of additional iPods and iTunes cards, contact Joy at 573364-7336.
Leave Something Behind “And pull out some heads of barley from the bundles and drop them on purpose for her.” Ruth 2:16.
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is published monthly for residents and friends of Rolla Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org Ann Caudill, executive director Joelle Freeland, marketing director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Joelle Freeland at lfreeland@pmma.org. Telephone: 573-364-7336 Fax: 573-364-7336 Address: 1200 Homelife Plaza, Rolla, MO 65401-2595 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. RollaPresbyterianManor.org
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It happens to everyone.You leave on vacation and realize that you forgot to pack items you will need. Most people do not relish the thought of leaving an important item behind. While not packing the deodorant is a little frustrating, people need to go through life with the intent of leaving something behind. There is a club for billionaires who have agreed to donate at least half of their vast wealth to charity when they die. Ruth was destitute. She decided to take advantage of the ancient welfare system of gleaning. Gleaners would go into the fields behind the reapers and gather up missed or dropped grain. Normally, a long day of gleaning would yield very small amounts of grain. As Ruth gleaned, Boaz, the owner of the field, took pity on her. He went to his reapers and instructed them to let Ruth glean alongside
them. This would mean that Ruth would gather far more than she could have expected. Boaz went beyond this and told his workers to remove heads of barley from their bundles and drop them in her path on purpose. At the end of the day, Ruth’s mother-in-law was astonished at the amount of grain she brought home.
Not everyone has enough resources to provide substantial material blessings to their family and others. The most valuable things that can be left behind will probably never be listed in a will. Everyone accumulates knowledge, wisdom, and faith as they go through life. Sharing these experiences with those around you sows seed into the future. We all quote our parents and other significant people who have been a part of our life. They took the time to drop some “handfuls on purpose” for us. The Bible reminds us that if we have freely received, we should also freely give.
Red Nose Day is a campaign dedicated to raising money for children and young people living in poverty by simply having fun and making people laugh. The inaugural Red Nose Day was May 21. Rolla Presbyterian Manor residents joined people across the country in donning red noses to raise funds and awareness of issues related to children and young people living in poverty. Even the birds call Rolla Presbyterian Manor home. A bird has built their nest in the top of a wreath owned by Donna and Leland Womack. Residents will be able to watch Rolla Presbyterian Manor’s new residents as they hatch. Louise Leonard and Betty Rosenburg work on puzzles on a regular basis and said the dragon puzzle was by far the hardest puzzle they have completed due to its shape and color.
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Resident Survey Across all levels of living, residents report positive relationships with staff and would recommend Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America (PMMA) to a friend. The PMMA resident survey is a proud 11-year tradition that shows our commitment to resident input from PMMA communities in Kansas and Missouri. As we examine the survey results, it is important to thank YOU — our residents — for giving your opinions. Because of you, our mission is an important part of every day.
Quality of life: challenge accepted Assisted living resident responses about lifestyle and care:
4.15 4.37 4.38 4.34
staff provides opportunities to try new activities staff communicates with me about my care staff respects my privacy staff understands me
out of 5
Quality care: mission possible Health care resident responses about nursing staff:
4.32 4.23 4.21 4.15
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staff is caring and courteous to me staff is responsive to health concerns staff caring for me is competent staff follows my personalized care plan
New resident surveys campus + apartment Independent living residents across the board report the overall appearance of their home and campus is pleasing.
say hospitality is important. The new residents participating gave PMMA a 4.49 out of 5 on “I felt welcomed upon entrance to the community.”
I am able to maintain the lifestyle of my choice. » 4.34 out of 5
I am satisfied with the variety of activities available. » 4.25 out of 5
I have a sense of belonging in my community. » 4.29 out of 5
I know environmental services meets my needs. » 4.37 out of 5
I feel safe and secure. » 4.59 out of 5
Safety Matters Throughout all communities,
PMMA residents feel safe and secure. It was one of the highest rated questions. Rolla Presbyterian Manor
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Clockwise from top left: Chester Baker, Leland Womack and John McMinn visit the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall at Lions Club Park. Chester Baker is introduced to the community as a 101-year-old World War II veteran. Richard McCauly and Richard Williams attend the traveling memorial event.
Happy birthday!
Leah Baker celebrated her 100th birthday with her daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter on June 3.
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Donna Parker remembers summers at Stony Dell Just 15 miles from Rolla, there used to be a town called Arlington off historic Route 66 that had one of the busiest destination resorts in Missouri during the 1930s and ‘40s – Stony Dell Resort.
was also a popular hangout on the weekends for the troops from nearby Ft. Leonard Wood military base.
The resort featured a large swimming pool, “It was like an artisan well,” said tennis, boating, fishing, a Donna Parker, Rolla Presbyterian restaurant, dancing, bus Manor resident. “The swimming pool itself was fed by a spring, so the stop and a Justice of the pool was very cool but nice during Peace. In 1939, there were the heat of summer.” 10 cabins available to rent for $1 to $2 a night. “I think it cost Donna remembers spending her a quarter to swim for the day,” said summers at Stony Dell with her two Donna. older brothers in the early 1930s when it was popular. During its In 1967, most of Stony Dell was heyday, the movie star Mae West demolished in preparation for visited the resort at least once. It construction of the four-lane
highway that replaced Highway 66. “When the interstate came in, the only thing left of Stony Dell was a spigot where people could get a drink,” said Donna. “Soon after, the spigot was gone.” Arlington became a ghost town after the city was bypassed by the new highway.
Muriel Hodge rides in the new van on her way to the Mayor’s National Prayer Day breakfast.
Resident Louise Leonard is ready to go for a ride in the new van on its maiden voyage.
Activity Assistant Joy Parker prepares for the first resident trip in the new van.
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Coming up in Community Matters In an upcoming Community Matters, we’ll be focusing on senior safety, fall prevention and Grandparents’ Day. How do you keep your balance? What have you found to be most helpful in aging strong and avoiding injuries as you age? What’s your favorite thing about being a grandparent or great-grandparent? What wisdom do you want to pass along to the next generation? If you’d like to share your thoughts or memories, contact Marketing Director Joelle Freeland and your story may be selected for inclusion in an upcoming Community Matters newsletter.
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