A newsletter for the employees of the Jewish Home and Care Center, Chai Point and Sarah Chudnow Community
Kulanu - All of Us. Together. Alzheimer’s Training Marlo Graceffa, Director of Human Resources & Organizational Development
March 2016 WELCOME New Team Members CP Elizangela Areizaga, Dietary Dejaun Bowie, Dietary Marc Anthony Flores, Dietary Eutemio Hernandez, Dietary Onye Nelson, Dietary SCC Danielle Bleicher, Physical Therapy Janell Brock, Physical Therapy Brittney Blue, Nursing Brittany Doran, Physical Therapy April Fischer, Speech Therapy Ikea Harris, Nursing Shanique Lowe, Hospitality Margaret Mahler, Occupational Therapy Kathleen Michel, Nursing Kiara Opps, Occupational Therapy Kimberly Paulson, Physical Therapy Donna Pearson, Hospitality JHCC Belen Alcaraz, Physical Therapy Katie Bartelak, Occupational Therapy Shykelia Coffee, Nursing Deanna Dodge, Physical Therapy Elicia Engel, Nursing Jennifer Fechter, Occupational Therapy Lena Gauss, Speech Therapy Bonnie Johnson, Physical Therapy Kari Knox, Physical Therapy Lalitha Kola, Physical Therapy Emily Longwell-Grice, Occupational Therapy Tamisha Portis, Nursing Lamar Rodgers, Dining Brandy Strohmeyer, Occupational Therapy Tiffany Tucker, Nursing Bridgette Unger, Physical Therapy Tiara Ward, Nursing Gina Williams, Occupational Therapy Brianna Zimmerman, Physical Therapy
In January the Organization started a new monthly learning initiative that every employee will have the opportunity to take part in during 2016: Alzheimer’s training. When I first started working for this organization, much of the feedback was that employees needed more training to help and understand what residents go through just in their daily routines. When I asked my peers where a good place to start would be, the overwhelming response was, “Our employees need Alzheimer’s/dementia training.” Since July of 2015, the organizational development team has been working with Diane Baughn from the Alzheimer’s Association of Southeastern Wisconsin to get this training started. The dementia specialist training is an interactive program that demonstrates skills necessary for positive interaction with people with dementia. The training consists of role playing, case studies and experiential exercises. Following the 15-hour training course, each employee is given a certificate of completion for taking the course. Here are some things employees have to say about the training: • “Fun, innovative and involved.” • “I am excited to go to class every week to see what new techniques I will be taught.”
Diane Baughn from the Alzheimer’s Association explains the “thumb ball” activity.
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“The class is informative and I can go back to my floor and use it right away!” “The training works!”
We received the following from a not-yet-trained employee as she watched a colleague put her new skills to work. Here is what she wrote about it: “A dietary aide came up from the dementia training at lunchtime. She was doing her thing in the dining room when she observed a wellmeaning CNA attempting to get a resident get up to use the bathroom. The resident was refusing to get up and the CNA was concerned the resident was wet and they were in a bit of a dance; the CNA clearly had her agenda and the resident had hers – it was a battle of wills. The dietary aide could see the problem and suggested that the CNA take a time out. She then came over, got on her see “Kulanu,” on page 4
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Clip ‘n Save: When to Call the Marketing/Communications Department Among other duties, it is the job of the Marketing/ Communications (Mar/Com) Department to protect our brand and make sure our names are being used properly. Additionally, it is the job of the Mar/Com department to make sure all of our entities are being shown in a professional manner. There are many ways the Mar/Com department can help you! Call us: • To proofread any mailings before they go to a large audience (i.e., employees, residents, families) • To create flyers for your events or for information you want to share • When you need to create a new brochure • When you are beginning a new project and need help wordsmithing • To brainstorm publicity for a project • If you are not sure how to word something (um, what am I trying to say here?) • For help in advertising something within your building or to the community • When you need a photographer or sense a photoappropriate moment is on the horizon (please be ready with photo releases… and you can call us about those as well!) • When you would like photos, events, or content posted on one of our websites or social media pages • When you have seen one of our corporate names used incorrectly somewhere; we will track it down to correct it
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Anytime you need a logo, or need information on the correct use of our logos When you need to order branded promotional items When you want to submit something to Personnelly Speaking
The Mar/Com office is located in the Lower Level of Chai Point, across from the Multi-Purpose Room. If you have any questions, feel free to contact one of us: Marlene, Director of Marketing/Communications 414.277.8802 | ext. 802 | mheller@jewishseniorliving.org Becca, Communications Specialist 414.721.9224 | ext. 224 | rloss@jewishseniorliving.org
Training/Continuing Education Opportunities New Hire Orientation
JHCC Staff Education Room
Monday, March 14
7:30 am - 4:00 pm (Peck Hall)
CBRF Standard Precautions
Tuesday, March 15
7:45 am - 4:00 pm (Peck Hall)
Thursday, March 17
Wednesday, March16
8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Staff Ed. Rm.)
CBRF First Aid & Choking Thursday, March 17
8:30 am - 10:30 am 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Relias (Online Learning)
CBRF Fire Safety
Bloodborne Pathogens (all)
Sunday, March 20
Documenting ADLs (CNAs)
CPR for the Healthcare Professional
Safe Food Handling (Dietary)
Thursday, March 31
9:00 am - 1:30 pm 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Training (Staff Ed. Room) Contact the Staff Education Department at ext. 876 or 414.277.8876 for more information and to sign up for the continuing education opportunities.
Tuesday, March 1
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, March 8
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, March 22
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Purim 101 Purim, or the Feast of Lots, is a joyous holiday that recounts the saving of the Jews from a threatened massacre during the Persian period (539-330 BCE). The story of Purim is recounted in the Book of Esther, whose eponymous heroine plays the leading role in saving her people. The holiday is traditionally celebrated with wild abandon and with the giving of gifts to friends and the poor. History While the origins of Purim appear clear from the Book of Esther, historians have looked in vain for any sort of extra-biblical corroboration of the events of the story. Be that as it may, it is a tale that purports to take place during a time when many Jews were living in Persia. A young Jewish woman, Esther, rises to be Queen of Persia under the tutelage of her guardian Mordecai. All, however, is not right. The Jews have enemies, and a certain Haman, the grand vizier, plots the Jews’ destruction. Even though Esther has hidden her Jewish identity from all, Mordecai prevails on her to risk her life by revealing her true identity to the king. She does this and denounces the evil Haman’s plot. At the end of the story, the Jews are able to turn the tables on their enemies, who are then punished in place of the intended victims. This story is one of the most beloved in the Jewish community, because of the hope that it gives a minority living in an oftentimes hostile majority culture. At Home In distinction to various other holidays, such as Pesach (Passover), Purim is the quintessential community holiday. Nonetheless, there are a number of activities that are centered in the home. One of the favorite activities in preparation for the holiday is the baking of hamantaschen, the triangular filled pastries that are the traditional food during Purim. In addition, following the commandment to give gifts to friends and the poor, the preparation of socalled mishloah manot baskets is a fun activity to engage in, as is their distribution on the holiday. The centerpiece of Purim’s home celebration is the seudah, a festive meal accompanied by alcoholic beverages.
In the Community Purim is a community holiday of joyful celebration. The centerpiece of the communal celebration is the reading of the Scroll of Esther, the Megillah, in the synagogue. This is a raucous affair, with whoops, hollers, and noise being made every time that Haman’s name is mentioned, so no one can hear the name of this horrible evildoer. Another tradition is the Purim shpiel, the Purim play, during which fun is poked at community leaders and members. Purim has often been called the Jewish carnival, and dressing in costume and taking part in a Purim carnival heighten the levity of the purim quiz day, on which one is encouraged to engage in activities that at other times of the year would be somewhat more restricted in scope, such as drinking. Themes and Theology The overriding theme of Purim is the saving of the Jews from a mortal threat. Even though G-d is not mentioned at all in the Book of Esther, from a Jewish perspective, G-d is the one who is pulling the strings of redemption behind the scenes. The holiday of Purim has become one of the best-loved holidays of the Jewish year. The reasons for this are easy to see. It is a joyous holiday on which everyone just lets go. Most significant, however, is the paradigmatic nature of the story of Purim. It is not difficult to see how a story in which a small and threatened Jewish community in exile is able to triumph over its foes would prove to be a powerful image for a Diaspora community faced over the centuries with threats from many different sources. The story of Purim, however, holds out the hope that no matter how bad the circumstances, things will turn out well in the end. Resources: http://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/purim-101/#
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The Grapevine
Kulanu continued from page 1
Kusel Receives Wege Award Jennifer Kusel, LPN, at the Jewish Home and Care Center is the recipient of the Lynn Wege Award presented by Optum. The award is in recognition of Kusel’s compassion and great sense of humor. According to Tiffany Anderson-Kather at Optum, the Lynn Wege Award is given to skilled nursing facility caregivers that embody at least two of the following four qualities: 1. Sense of humor in the workplace 2. Compassion 3. Patience and a calming presence 4. Enjoyment of teaching Congratulations, Jennifer, on your well-deserved award!
Jennifer Kusel, LPN, with her award Participants listening and learning
knees at eye level and made a connection with the resident. She asked the resident how she was doing and suggested that the resident join her for a walk. The resident happily complied and when she got up the dietary aide suggested that they stop by the bathroom. The resident happily agreed.
Jennifer Kusel (center) with Kevin Forward and Tiffany Anderson-Kather from Optum.
Do you have exciting news? Did you receive an award? Are you newly married? Are you a proud parent or grandparent? Submit your news to Grapevine by emailing Becca Loss at rloss@jewishseniorliving.org.
Mar/Com Mischief
“It was a beautiful moment. The dementia training is worth its weight in gold if we can help staff see that if they slow down, put their agendas away and connect with the residents they can achieve these kinds of outcomes. I just wanted to share this with you; it was so simple yet so powerful.” Ms. Baughn currently takes a group of 25 to 30 employees each month, meeting weekly to receive the training. Many employees have approached the Organizational Development team to see how they can get signed up. Currently your directors and supervisors are in charge of getting everyone signed up each month. Please see them to request to be signed up for the training and they will schedule employees as soon as schedules allow them.
Did You Know? Long-term care insurance is tax deductible? Contact your tax advisor for more information.
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Social Media Module
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Choose healthy meals and snacks at home, in restaurants, and on the go to improve your health. A healthy lifestyle involves choosing a balanced diet or healthy eating plan that also helps you manage your weight, and includes a variety of foods you may not have considered.
Facebook JHCC: http://www.facebook.com/JewishHomeAndCareCenter Chai Point: http://www.facebook.com/ChaiPointSeniorLiving SCC: http://www.facebook.com/Sarah-Chudnow-Community JHCC Foundation: http://www.facebook.com/jhccfoundation Twitter ReCharge!: http://twitter.com/JSL_ReCharge JHCC Foundation: http://twitter.com/JSLiving
If “healthy eating” makes you think about the foods you can’t have, try refocusing on all the new foods you can eat. • Choose fruits, vegetables, and whole grains rather than foods high in sugar, salt, and fat. • Grab a healthy snack on the go and limit processed foods that are high in salt. • Read Nutrition Fact Labels to find the healthiest options for your favorite foods. • Choose water instead of sugary drinks.
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/JHCCFoundation LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-jewish-home-and-carecenter-foundation (note: our sister communities can be found via the LinkedIn JHCC page)
http://www.cdc.gov
Instagram http://www.instagram.com/jhccmarketing
“I don’t believe you have to be better than everybody else. I believe you have to be better than you ever thought you could be.” ~ Ken Venturi
Social Media Fun Fact:
Tablets took just two years to reach 40 million users in the United States. It took smartphones seven years to reach this figure.
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