The Village of Glendale Crossing
Gazette
VOLUME 5 , ISSUE 4
APRIL 2015
I NS I D E T H I S
ISSUE:
Recreation
News
4
Volunteer News
5
Spotlight on
You
7
Around the
Town
12
Caught in the
Act
14
Nursing Notes
16
Chaplain News
17
I can feel it...Spring is soon upon us, and we will be getting outside into our
mucky gardens and perhaps planting some bulbs to show off some colour. It
has been a tough winter, and now we want to bust loose a go a bit wild. Go
ahead, do something wild this month of April. I understand some Glendalers
will be participating in something called “bubble soccer” in which the participant wears a big rubber ball around their middle and play soccer against the
opposing team. I get the sense that fierce competition may erupt in giggles of
ball on ball contact. If anyone wants to come and cheer on the participants, I
will be going to the third game on April 7th and I can give you a ride.
I will be back from my vacation after the Easter weekend, having soaked up
all the Spring air in Vancouver. It will be great to step back and fill my cup
again after this long winter.
Thank goodness we have completed our outbreak season. It has been toughgoing and I want to thank all the team members who have worked so hard
caring for residents and supporting their family members during the outbreak.
We work closely with London’s Public Health to monitor our residents and to
ensure their health. Remember, if you are not feeling well, please refrain
from visiting.
Have you had a chance to sign up for a “Living in my Today” class? This is
an education program about persons living with dementia created alongside
people who have dementia, as well as individuals from the Murray Alzheimer
Research Education Project. The trainers offer a full
day class called the overview, and then 6, 4-hour sessions for each of the letters, L,I,V,I,N,G. Check out
the posters in the elevators for more information.
I would like to wish you all a Happy Easter! Enjoy
time with your family and friends during this season
of renewal.
Michelle Vermeeren,
General Manager
House Call Services Offered
Dentures – New Set, Reclines, Repairs
House call fee $80. All house call fees waived upon start of treatment. Appointments are available upon request.
Dental Hygiene – Cleanings and Exams
Fees vary. Full list can be found at the nurses stations. Appointments are available
upon request.
Eye Exams with Optometrist
House call fee $65 for regular clinic date. Emergency house call fee $140.
Hearing Tests – New Hearing Aids, Repairs, and Training
Hearing test fee $80
Appointments are available upon request.
If you would like to make an appointment for yourself or a loved
one, please fill out a referral form on the Neighbourhood.
Residents, Family members, Volunteers, and Staff:
You are invited to attend LIVING in my Today’s
upcoming in-depth classes!
What are these classes all about you ask? Glendale Crossing is offer ing six separ ate classes in the coming months which are dedicated to providing you with better insight into the
world of those living with dementia and ways in which you can support their well being.
These free classes will be offered twice per month on an ongoing basis and are approximately 3
hours long covering the following topics:
L – Learning about the experience of living with dementia
I – Improving quality of life and personal well being
V – Validating and honouring each person in the moment
I – Interpreting personal expressions, actions and reactions
N – Nurturing all relationships
G – Greeting each day as an opportunity for meaning, purpose and growth
The Next Classes to be Offered:
Wed April 15th 8:30-4:30 L and I
Tuesday April 21st 4:30-8:00 I (second I)
Tuesday May 5th 4:30-8:00 N
Wednesday May 13th 8:30-4:30 V and I
These will be the last sessions until September
~ Sign Up Today! ~
It is not necessary to complete all the classes in order or to attend every session. Join us when
you can make it. We do ask that you please sign up by phone or in person at the Village office
so we can plan accordingly. If you are a resident who is interested and needs support getting
down to the class please inform the front office when you sign up and we will be sure to have
someone bring you down.
You may be wondering what that colourful tree is at the end of Main street…
Beginning of October 2013, most of our Glendale team members have taken a LIVING in my
Today overview session. At the end of the class each team member writes their pledge on a
leaf. They pledge to focus on one small thing they can do to help make a better day for the residents whom they support.
This is Glendale’s LIVING in my Today team member pledge tree!
Go Take a Look!
I can’t believe it is April already! I am not sure where the first
3 months have gone but I am glad that Spring is here and the
sun is starting to stay out longer. Easter is just around the
corner. Chaplain Maureen will be hosting a Good Friday service on Friday April 3rd at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel. She will
also be hosting Easter Sunday service on Sunday April 5th at
10:00 a.m.
Holly Ross
We will be competing in our annual Easter bonnet parade on
Director of Recreation
Monday April 6th. Each neighbourhood will be decorating a
float and an Easter bonnet. One representative from each neighbourhood will
showcase their neighbourhood items. This years judges will be Amanda Richards,
Jennifer Lantz and myself. Just want you to know that judges do accept candy or
chocolate bribes!
There are plenty of events coming up in April. There will be a bake sale on Thursday April 2nd from 9-finish. All proceeds will go towards this years Big Bike Heart
and Stroke fundraiser. The monthly birthday party is on Thursday April 9th at 2:00
p.m. with our friends Jazz Review! Suzanne M Jewelry will be here on the 10th
from 10-3:00p.m. on Main Street and lastly, for Earth day we have decided to do
another hot lunch on Main Street for Big Bike.
There are always plenty of activities going on in the Village. If you have a program idea or would like to help
run an activity, please see your recreation team member
for your neighbourhood.
Wishing everyone a safe and happy Spring!
Holly Ross
Volunteer Appreciation Week: April 12 - 18
Volunteers Make a Difference
When Glendale Crossing opened in March 2010 we had individuals from the community interested in volunteering for us. I am extremely thankful to all of the volunteers from the past and present for
being so genuine and committed to caring for the Residents. Volunteers are an integral part of the team at Glendale Crossing.
Volunteer Appreciation Week gives us an opportunity to
acknowledge and celebrate everything our volunteers do for us. Our
Yolande Turner
volunteers give their hearts and time and they don’t ask for anything in
Volunteer Coordinator
return. They make a difference in the lives of our Residents from their
one-to-one visits with residents to assisting the Recreation team with various activities and special events. Our Village would not shine as bright without the love and support from our amazing volunteers. Please join me in saying a special thank you to our volunteers during Volunteer
Appreciation Week April 12 - 18.
When I hosted our first Volunteer Appreciation Event, I asked the volunteers to write down
‘Why they love volunteering’. Here are some answers:
“I love meeting new people and developing relationships”
“I love the Residents. They are my extended family and we have so much fun together”
“The smile you see on people’s faces after you help them, makes you want to do it more and
more”
“…Because it is a wonderful feeling knowing that I have made a Resident smile”
April is filled with many great opportunities for volunteers to get involved with:
April 6th Easter Bonnet Parade 1:30-3:30 p.m.
April 8th Outing to Covet Garden Market 1:00-4:00 p.m.
April 9th Hawaiian Birthday Party 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Every Thursday Afternoon Pub Social on Brighton 1:30-3:30 p.m.
*Please see your April Volunteer Calendar for a complete list of
opportunities.
Thank you!
It is with sadness we remember those who
have passed away in March;
Winnifred Van Meer, David Starling, Jennie Cattell,
Elsie Hale, Dorothy Lafond, Gordon McIlmoyle,
Louis Berthoty
On behalf of the Board of Directors, Leadership Team,
Team Members and Residents we offer our condolences.
Join us for a “Celebration of Life” in memory of their lives.
Friday April 24th at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel
All Residents, Staff, Families & Volunteers welcome.
The Spotlight on You for April 2015 is
Patricia Wark
On March 18th of 1945 at Victoria Hospital
here in London Ontario, Rae and Ida Wark
gave birth to a beautiful little girl. They
named her Patricia! Patricia was different
than other little girls. She was born with something called Cerebral Palsy.
Cerebral Palsy is a neurological condition that causes physical disability in
development. Patricia has trouble communicating to others as she has lost
the ability to speak aloud. However, that has not stopped Pat from sharing
her knowledge and love for people.
Pat is a very educated woman who has written a novel in the past. She
is the first handicapped individual to work for Home Library which now
comes here to Glendale Crossing. She communicates with a letter board
which is very easy to read and communicate back to her with. Although
Pat has physical limitations like many of us here at Glendale Crossing, she
is a very positive woman and has a big heart for helping others.
Pat enjoys keeping busy with her interests of working on the computer, playing cribbage, scrabble, cooking, baking, learning about current
news topics, reading, making bouquets of flowers for others to enjoy, artwork, and of course meeting new people! Pat is always willing to join in
on an activity and share her interests with others. Make sure you say hi if
you see Pat in your travels!
Written by Dayna Schinkel - Recreation
Parkinson`s Disease and Deep Brain Stimulation
April is Parkinson`s Disease month, raising awareness of this disease across North America,
and providing vital information to those affected by this movement disorder. This month, this article
will be devoted to understanding the basics of Parkinson`s, and shedding some light on one of the
most revolutionary treatment techniques; deep brain stimulation.
First, a look at Parkinson`s. Parkinson`s is known as a hypokinetic disorder of the basal ganglia. The basal ganglia is a structure deep within the midbrain responsible for movement regulation.
When this structure is affected by Parkinson`s, the structure that produces dopamine loses cells, and therefore loses the ability to produce dopamine. Dopamine is an important chemical in our brains that regulates pacemaker-like
signals within the brain. Its absence results in Parkinson`s disease and its related symptoms (ie. tremor, dystonia, freezing, etc).
What are the treatments of Parkinson`s disease? Well, the most common treatment is to give the sufferer a drug that mimics the effects of dopamine, such as levodopa (or L-Dopa). This drug is able to cross the protective
barrier around the brain called the blood brain barrier, and will wash the basal ganglia with an increased amount of dopamine. This increase in dopamine will decrease Parkinsonian symptoms.
However, another treatment is called deep brain stimulation, or DBS. DBS works by being a direct
pacemaker for the basal ganglia. Instead of relying on dopamine to regulate pace, DBS will use
electrical signals to replace the pacemaker signals.
DBS works through a small pacemaker inserted under the skin of the upper chest. From this
pacemaker, wires extend upwards into the midbrain. DBS is not only used to treat Parkinson`s. It is
also used to treat seizure disorders, uncontrolled obsessive compulsive disorder, isolated dystonia,
tourettes, cluster headaches, and more. Unlike dopamine medications, DBS can also treat the other
non-movement related symptoms of Parkinson`s such as delusions, internal organ upset, and mood
issues.
While DBS is a very promising treatment option for basal ganglia disorders, it does pose
some very serious risks that medication does not. DBS involves brain surgery and chest wall surgery, and with any surgery there will always be risks such as but not limited to; brain hemorrhage,
stroke, infection, heart problems, incision scarring, and death. Additionally, DBS is not a one-time
surgery. The pacemaker relies on batteries to run, and these batteries will run out. When this happens, doctors need to go back in through the skin and change the batteries. For this reason, DBS is
only considered when the diagnosed condition is not being controlled with medication.
Although Parkinson`s is a progressive disease with no cure, it is very reassuring that there are
multiple treatment options for the sufferer and their families to consider. The Parkinson`s society is
constantly researching new therapeutic ideas, and is always available for support if there are any
questions or concerns regarding the disease.
Kelly Hebner
Information gathered from the Parkinson`s Society of Canada and the Mayo Clinic of Minnesota
Upcoming fundraising opportunities for Heart and Stroke:
Dress Down Fridays in April – team members can dress down for $2 every Friday in April
Easter Bake Sale – Thursday April 2nd we are having an Easter themed bake sale from 9-3
(or until we run out of goodies!)
Earth Day Hot Lunch – we will be serving a hot lunch for $5
Car Wash Fundraiser Saturday May 23rd from 10-2. Come on out and get your car washed!
Father’s Day BBQ from 10-2. Come on out and enjoy a hamburger/hot dog, pop and chips!
March's Athlete of the Month is a new addition to
our family here at Glendale Crossing. However this has
not stopped her from jumping right into an exercise routine that would rival
any long term PAL participant. She comes into the gym each morning with
a big smile for everyone and has the team
laughing within minutes of her arrival. Although she is here to work on her own health,
she improves the teams health with her positivity and humorous outlook on life. Please join
me in congratulating MARY SKWARK from
the Glanworth neighbourhood (formally Lambeth) as March's Athlete of the Month!
Frieda Heger
Ruth Fountain
Marilyn Squire
Mildred Ruscher
Pestia Kozak
Jean Belfour
Helen Kelly
Gary Camp
Pat Virgin
Mary Fraser
Richard Elgie
Don Ducharme
Barbara Baker
Helen Furtney
Eileen Smith
April 2nd
April 4th
April 4th
April 6th
April 11th
April 11th
April 12th
April 14th
April 15th
April 19th
April 23rd
April 26th
April 28th
April 28th
April 30th
An April birthday can be either an Aries
(April 1st-19th) or a Taurus (April 20th30th). Aries is a strong fire sign. Most
Aries are curious, energetic, ambitious
and restless. In approaching their goals
they act with confidence and in their
dealings with others they are direct. If
you have an Aries birthday you were
likely a bold and competitive child. Aries
usually retain their
competitive natures
into adulthood and
carry the force of their
personalities into the
workplace and their
relationships. Famous
Aries include Thomas
Jefferson (April 13)
and Leonardo Da Vinci
(April 15).
Walk for Memories BBQ’s
Monday May 4th 2015
11-2:00 p.m.
Friday May 8th 2015
11-2:00 p.m.
On the Front Patio
$5.00 for a hamburger or hotdog, chips and drink
All proceeds go to Alzheimer’s awareness.
Meal tickets & catering
Attention Residents! Just a reminder
that your friends and family can join
you for lunch or dinner for only
$11.00. Meal tickets can be
purchased from the Village Office on
Main Street.
Attention Families! Thinking of
having a party of your loved one for
a birthday, anniversary or just
because? Let our Food Services take
care of the meal! Catering
brochures are available at the Village
Office or you can make
arrangements directly with
Cindy Awde, Director of Food
Services, ext 8004.
Clips n’ Curls
Salon
The regular salon hours are:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Closed
9:30—3:00
9:30—3:00
9:30—5:00
9:30—3:00
9:00—2:00
Closed
For your convenience you can drop by
the salon and fill out a consent/
frequency form for salon services.
Community Council Meetings
Residents' Council Meeting Tuesday April 14th, 2015 2:00pm
Residents' Food Meeting Wednesday April 1st, 2015 2:00pm
Family Council Meeting Tuesday April 14th 2015 7:00pm
"The sun was warm but the wind was chill.
You know how it is with an April day.
When the sun is out and the wind is still,
You're one month on in the middle of May.
But if you so much as dare to speak,
a cloud come over the sunlit arch,
And wind comes off a frozen peak,
And you're two months back in the middle
of March."
- Robert Frost, Two Tramps in Mud Time, 1926
April is National
Poetry Month
and National
Poetry Writing
Month
Pictures to the left
are from North tower
diners club.
April
Events
Bake Sale
April 2nd 9-finish
Good Friday
Church Service
April 3rd 10:00 a.m.
Chapel
Easter Bonnet
Parade
April 6th 2:00 p.m.
Main Street
The above pictures are from the Chili
cook off on March 18th, Robert Fagan
was the winner of the cook off. We raised
$230.00 for the Dream team.
April Birthday Party
with Jazz Review
April 9th 2:00 p.m.
Main Street
Do you need your clothing mended?
Thursday, April 30th, 2015
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel
Kathy Gibson will be here to repair clothing.
She is able to do the following:
Seams taken in or out, button repair, hemming, mending rips and tears and sleeve
alterations.
Prices vary depending on what you need done.
Please see Holly Ross in Community centre or call ext. 8007 to sign up.
Thank you.
Caught in the act of kindness…
Caught in the act of making a day special….
Caught in the act of going the extra mile…..
Let these acts be known by acknowledging and appreciating the great
things you saw by using a “Caught in the Act” form! Forms can be found
on every bulletin board in neighborhoods, Main Street and in the staff
room. Forms can be returned to the Caught in the Act box outside of the
community center. Read below for real examples of being “ caught in the
act” in February and March!
CAUGHT IN THE ACT
Theresa Gall was noticed by Erin Seldon for “Every year Theresa surprises our Neighbours with Valentine’s and chocolate . It’s those simple
things that make a difference. You’re awesome!
Kristen Boyd was caught in the act for “Kristen was very busy with her
med pass but noticed I was falling behind in getting Residents ready for
bed and evening care and took time out of her busy schedule to assist in
putting 2 of the Residents to bed, which put me back on schedule and
made a BIG difference.
Kim Skinner was noticed for “Kim saved the day by taking the dead fish
out of the fish tank. Thanks”!
Esther T, Angie Murray, Dave Bradt, Helet Mahmood and Brad Squires
were caught in the act by Craig Smith for helping him push his stuck
truck!
Sheri Rack was noticed by Jeff for coming to Westminster and gathered
our laundry and garbage for us because we were very busy”
Karen Dickie was caught in the act from Sheri Rack for “Karen making
frequent stops in the laundry room to look at the lost laundry for her
neighbourhood. She has been able to identify who owns a lot of the
“lost” items. Thanks Karen!”
Craig Smith was noticed by Sheri Rack for “That Craig always finds the
time for the little things that make the Village run smoothly. Like collecting hangers and bringing them down stairs to the laundry. Thanks
Craig!”
Joanne House was caught in the act by Sheri Rack for “Always stops
to look what is on the tables and informs me of what belongs to
whom. Thanks Joanne”.
If you would like to nominate someone for Caught in the Act. Fill
out a nomination form on Main Street and it will be added to the
next Newsletter!
Myth and reality about Alzheimer's disease- Part 2
Over the years, many myths have arisen about what Alzheimer's disease is, who gets it and how it affects
people who have it. These myths can add to the stigma or shame attached to the disease. They can also stand in
the way of our ability to understand and help people with it. At the Alzheimer Society, we believe the sooner we
get rid of the myths, the better we'll be able to respond to the needs of the people with dementia and their families.
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative brain disease. It is most often diagnosed in people over
65, but can affect adults at an earlier age.
Myth 1
My mother had Alzheimer’s, so I’m going to get it too.
Reality: Familial Alzheimer’s disease accounts for less than 5% of all cases of Alzheimer’s disease.
Myth 2
Alzheimer’s disease can be prevented.
Reality: No single treatment can prevent it. Exercising your mind and body, eating a heart-healthy diet,
reducing stress and staying socially active may all help reduce your risk.
Myth 3
All people who have Alzheimer’s disease become violent and aggressive.
Reality: Alzheimer’s disease affects each person differently, and certainly not all become aggressive. For
the person with Alzheimer’s disease, the loss of memory and the resulting confusion are often frustrating or even
frightening. By learning about the disease, adapting the person’s surroundings and changing the way we communicate with the person, aggressive and often adverse responses may well become preventable.
FYI- In keeping with our Village’s ongoing commitment to culture change and understanding the power
of language, the Schlegel BSO teams have come together and chosen to continue the shift by changing our
designation within the Villages from BSO (Behavioual Supports Ontario) to PE-Resource Team (Per sonal Expression Resource Team). Our process will remain basically the same, as well as our outside resource contacts.
For more information, visit http://wnww.alzheimer.ca/
Glendale Crossing PE-Resource team
519-668-5600 ext 8010
[email protected]
Happy Easter! We have not only gone through the Liturgical Season of Lent
and prepared our hearts for Good Friday and Easter, we have survived the
winter. It is no accident that Easter falls in spring a season of renewal and
rebirth. As our hearts and spirits lift with the longer days, more sunshine
and warmth, so do our souls as we are once again reminded of the promises
and hope of the Risen Lord. May you and your loved ones feel rejuvenated
this Easter Season!
April is a time when we celebrate and appreciate the many Volunteers we
have at Glendale. You come into the lives not only of our residents, but
Maureen Dwyer, their families and our staff and touch them. Sometimes physically and soOur Chaplain
cially, but most often emotionally, intellectually and spiritually. You leave
your footprints upon their hearts and they are never the same. Thank you for
all you do. May your lives continue to be richly blessed.
Pause for thought: When you go out into the woods and look at the trees this spring, you see
all these different trees. Some of them are bent, some of them are straight, some of them are evergreens and some are them are whatever. And you look at the tree and you allow it. You see why it is
the way it is. You sort of understand that it didn’t get enough light, and so it turned that way. And
you don’t get all emotional about it. You just allow it. You appreciate the tree. The minutes you get
near humans, you lose all that. And you are constantly saying ‘you’re too this, or I’m too this.’ That
judging mind comes in. And so I practise turning people into trees. Which means appreciating them
just the way they are!
We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors,
we borrow it from our children.
-- Native American Proverb
Our mission....
is to provide holistic health care in a
home environment, located within an
internal neighborhood design that promotes a caring community,
with emphasis on optimal health & life purpose for each resident.
Michelle Vermeeren
General Manager
X 8003
[email protected]
Jennifer Lantz
Director of Nursing Care
X 8005
[email protected]
Joe Pastrano
Asst. Director of Nursing Care
X 8037
[email protected]
Holly Ross
Director of Recreation
X 8007
[email protected]
Cindy Awde
Director of Food Services
X 8004
[email protected]
Yvonne Bialek
Director of Environmental Services
X8006
[email protected]
Yolande Turner
Administrative Coordinator and
X 8002
[email protected]
Volunteer Coordinator
[email protected]
Angela Bamford
Assistant Admin Coordinator
X8001
[email protected]
Maureen Dwyer
Chaplain
X 8043
[email protected]
Tim French
Social Service Worker
X 8045
[email protected]
Kim Skinner
Neighbourhood Coordinator
X 8020
[email protected]
Heather Janzen
Neighbourhood Coordinator
X8017
[email protected]
Matthew Crombeen
Neighbourhood Coordinator
[email protected]
Amy Harbin
Kinesiologist
X8024
X8008
Phone: 519-668- 5600 X 8001
Fax: 519-668-5604
E-mail: [email protected]
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