January 2020
Pavilion Press
News, Events & Happenings at The Larsen Pavilion at Shell Point
Welcome to the
Larsen Pavilion
Rachel Zellers Larsen Pavilion Administrator
Reflections
on My First Year
Julie Dewitt Director of Nursing Pam Downing Assistant Director of Nursing First Floor: Rachel Major Nurse Manager Second Floor: Mary Lou Torressen Nurse Manager Third Floor: Lindsey Bryant Nurse Manager Simona Staicu Resident/Family Services Coordinator Tacey Larimer-Tettaton Activities Supervisor
15071 Shell Point Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33908
(239) 415-5442
By Rachel Zellers, Director of Long Term Care
D
ecember 17 was my one-year anniversary with Shell Point and the Larsen Pavilion. I can’t believe how quickly it passed! It seems like just yesterday I was getting myself lost trying to find the Schilling Dining Room or figuring out who lived and worked on which floor. For me, it was an exciting year as well as a humbling year. I have been welcomed so graciously by residents, staff, volunteers and visitors that I am truly overflowing with gratitude. I have been offered so much encouragement that I am humbled. And I’ve had the support to implement changes which has energized me. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention our recent deficiency-free surveys! I am blessed to be part of the team of staff and volunteers who worked together throughout the year to assure that the care and
services we provide to Pavilion residents are exceptional – as noted by the surveyors. The Pavilion was providing great care and services when I arrived on the scene. But as a pair of “fresh eyes,” there were changes that I felt would improve the care we provide. Some of those changes included implementing a process improvement plan, converting some semi-private rooms into private rooms and revision of some policies, just to name a few. I look forward to 2020. My brain is already going into overdrive with plans to continue on the path of quality improvement with a particular focus on residents with cognitive impairment. I look forward to partnering with many of you on upcoming initiatives – say stay tuned for more information to come. In the meantime, Happy New Year!
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Sight Unseen
By Rebecca Reynolds, Assistant Chaplain
D
o you remember how the annual science fair packed the school gymnasium every spring? Kids
would bring in all kinds of experiments to search for answers. Would green plants grow better under yellow or purple lights? Do tiny ants prefer sweet or salty water? As students, we were trying to understand and make sense of the world around us. The projects were teaching us that for something to be true, it had to pass the test of the eyes; in other words, “seeing is believing.” This approach was meant to
guarantee believable results in the sciences, and it has led to remarkable discoveries that benefit us every day. But, when I was growing up, I thought the same method would be the best way to “do life.” I only wanted to make decisions and plans based on definite, “seeable” facts. I wanted to understand everything and believe I was the one in control. Life turned out to be much more complicated, because my experiences did not match my expectations. I eventually had to admit there had to be “more than meets the eye.” The author Oswald Chambers
explains this change in outlook. He shares that we have all been created to reach out beyond our own grasp, and it is God who is drawing us toward Him. He is yearning to give us a new perspective and deliver us into a new life. Our own grasp is limited to what we can see immediately before us. He did not create us to look to our own understanding, but to Him. God promises to show us how to truly see when we begin to explore His inspired Word (John 16:13). An open heart and opened eyes are all He asks of us.
God promises to show us how to truly see when we begin to explore His inspired Word -John 16:13
Larsen Pavilion Recognized As BEST NURSING HOME.
T
he Larsen Pavilion skilled nursing center recently earned multiple recognitions for its high quality of care and overall performance ratings by Newsweek, U.S. News & World Report and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Among the 54 best nursing homes recognized in Florida, Shell Point ranked number four on the list by Newsweek. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report included the Larsen Pavilion on its 2019-2020 Best Nursing Homes for its high ratings in short-term and long-term care and the CMS awarded five stars to the facility for its staffing ratios, health inspections and patient satisfaction.
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HAPPYNew Year! By Tacey Larimer-Tettaton, Pavilion Activities Supervisor
H
ere’s to the passing of another holiday season, bringing the opportunity to reflect on much that transpired this past year and during holidays past. You remembered and made new memories. You celebrated Christmas with anticipa-
tion for the New Year and new days ahead. Most of all, you have been and continue to be blessed with birthday milestones. Nothing shown more brightly than the faces of those who attended the Pavilion’s Tree Lighting Ceremony
where several centenarians had the honor of being recognized. Many happy regards to each person who participated! The Pavilion Activities department is looking forward to a fantastic 2020 with you. Happy New Year!
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January 2020 Special Events & Activities
Mary Halbach.........................1 Carolyn Brink...................... 11
Thurs 2
Birthday Bash (3&2FL)..................................................... 2 & 2:45 p.m.
Thurs 9
Vicki Lei (2FL)................................................................ 2:30 p.m.
Sat
18
Tom Cannon (2&3FL).................................................1:30 & 2:45 p.m.
Thurs 23
Winter Wonderland Dining Experience.....................................
RSVP to Activities..................11 a.m (2&3FL) & 4 p.m. (1&4FL)
Fri
Shell Point Celebration; please RSVP to Activities......2:45 p.m.
31
Agnes Henry........................ 11
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Dave Kelby........................... 13
1&3 Mon Sing-Along with Dot (2FL)....................................................10 a.m.
Beth Gillis............................ 18 Delmonte Houpt.................. 21
Every Tue
Piano with Ruth Rodgers (3FL).......................................10 a.m.
Every Fri
Ruth Rodgers on Piano (Chapel)..................................6:30 p.m.
Every Sat
Pet Therapy with Ginger (All Floors).........................10:30 a.m.
In Loving
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of our friends and neighbors
Spiritual Services
Memory Heidi Pain......................Nov. 16 Jesse Poole......................Nov. 28 Marjorie Erickson..........Nov. 28 William Barbazette..........Dec. 3 Carl Friske........................Dec. 3
• Catholic Communion will be each Sunday in residents’ rooms starting at 10 a.m. • Vespers will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. on the second floor. • Hymn Sing will take place on the first and second Saturday of each month, at 3 p.m. on the third floor.