Newsletter of Mount Olivet Home, Mount Olivet Careview Home, and Mount Olivet Day Services
Offering a continuum of high-quality care
for seniors and children in an intergenerational setting
FALL 2014
www.mtolivethomes.org
Christmas Giving for Resident Enhancements
A
primary focus of the Christmas
appeal will be a new call light system
that will enable staff to more effectively
answer residents’ needs for assistance.
The new system will provide voice-tovoice access from resident to staff.
2014 Christmas Appeal Needs
New call light system
$60,000
Programmable scenes
$30,000
Lund Chapel needs
$10,000
Two waterfall sculptures
$5,000
Adult Day Services scholarships Any amount
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Inside This Is
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From the Administrator
Welcome to Our New Board President
Greeting from Board President John Hogenson
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Celebrating Centenarian Tillie Schoffman
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A Glimpse into the Lives of Our Centenarians
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Memorials & Gifts: 3rd Quarter 2014
Grace Hospice, continued
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Faces and Places at Mount Olivet Home, Mount Olivet Careview Home & Mount Olivet Day Services
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From the Director of Development
Any Direction You Give Helps
To enhance common areas, viewing
screens with programmable scenes for
large-screen TVs would be wonderful to
have on each floor.
for a later activity for residents
and as a keepsake for relatives.
The Lund Chapel needs a retractable
screen for projecting the words of
hymns so residents
do not have
to use the
hymnal. A
recording
apparatus
is also
needed to
record both
special performances and
services both
To enhance the
two memory care
units, a w a t e r f a l l
sculpture like the one in the Careview
lobby would be very calming.
Scholarships for our Mount Olivet Day
Services adult participants with limited
resources could make the difference for
people hoping to live independently.
Watch your mail for your giving envelope.
Thanks in advance for your support!
Pictured: (r) Nurse manager Lucky
Nwachukwu and (l) resident Arnie Skaar
Unique Partnership Creates Hospice
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race Hospice, a new Medicare-certified
non-profit representing a partnership between
Mount Olivet Careview Home and Augustana Care
Corporation, is now serving people in their final stages
of life. To accomplish the goals of this unique program, Grace Hospice provides
services in the patient’s home or care setting. Services are open to anyone in the
community.
Hospice offers physical, emotional, and spiritual care for people dealing with
life-limiting illnesses while providing support for those who love them. It focuses on
providing compassionate comfort care, and is offered to those
facing the advanced stages of diseases such as cancer, Alzheimer’s, and other illnesses.
According to Sarah Van Winkle, administrator of hospice and
palliative care services, Grace Hospice will bring hospice back
to its roots, with strong spiritual and emotional care that is rich
in volunteers. The staff will go where the patient lives—either
their home or care facility—to care for and be with them during
Sarah Van Winkle their final days.
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From theator Welcome to Our New Board President
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Dear Family and Friends,
It is exciting for us to welcome Pastor John Hogenson as our new board
president. He gained experience in our
industry when he served as a chaplain at
Martin Luther Manor many years ago. I
know he will help guide our future with
passion and integrity for our residents.
Both Pastor Hogenson and I are excited
about Grace Hospice and hope you will
spread the word about this new service
for people in the final stages of their lives.
The program needs volunteers so I hope
you will contact the administrator, Sarah
Van Winkle, at 612.238.5284 to become
a part of this important ministry.
Our Transitional Care Unit remains
very busy. It is a great place for people
to rehab after surgery. Please spread
the word about this service, too. Calls
in advance of need help our staff serve
you better. Give a call at 612.827.5677.
I hope you will join us by supporting
our Christmas appeal that will enhance
residents’ lives in many meaningful
ways. Give Mari Carlson, our director
of development, a call at 612.821.3150.
Your gift will make a difference!
Thanks for your partnership!
Caring
FALL 2014
BOARD PRESIDENT
Pastor John Hogenson
ADMINISTRATOR
Tim Hokanson
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT & EDITOR
Mari Carlson
WRITERS & COPY EDITORS
Stephanie Pedersen, Erin VanBurkleo,
Lynn von Hassel & Karen Walhof
Caring is published three times a year for family, friends and
supporters of Mount Olivet Home, Mount Olivet Careview Home and Mount Olivet Day Services, organizations
dedicated to providing loving care for children and seniors.
Address changes, comments, and questions are welcome.
Call 612.821.3151 or email [email protected].
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ount Olivet Home, Mount Olivet Careview Home, and Mount Olivet Day
Services welcome John Hogenson as board president, a role he assumes as
the new senior pastor of Mount Olivet Lutheran Church. On Sunday, September
21, Pastor Hogenson was installed as Mount Olivet’s 8th senior pastor. He comes
to us from Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mahtomedi, Minnesota, where
he was the lead pastor.
“I am excited to be part of
the team, and look forward
to working with board
members, staff, families,
donors, and volunteers to
ensure that our residents and
In his 25 years of ministry, Pastor Hoadult and child participants
genson has served in five congregations, live life to the fullest.”
among them three of the ten largest in
Pastor Hogenson
Pastor Hogenson was born in Owatonna,
Minnesota. He graduated from Gustavus
Adolphus College and holds a Master of
Divinity from Luther Seminary in St. Paul.
the ELCA. He is a current member of the
board of trustees of Gustavus Adolphus
College and a member of the advisory
board of Augsburg College Christensen
Center for Vocation. Pastor Hogenson is
a national presenter on church leadership
and healthy ministry, and a contributing
author to books about servant ministry
and preaching.
Pastor Hogenson and his wife Ruth have
been married for 31 years. He grew up
in St. Paul and has one brother. He has
finished eight marathons, two triathlons,
and is currently reading the Bible cover
to cover for the fourth consecutive year.
(Standing l-r): Pastor John Hogenson,
his wife Ruth, son-in-law Brian &
daughter Jana. (Seated l-r): Daughter
Kelly (Brian) & grandson Connor,
daughter Kate.
Honor Your Father and Mother
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cripture tells us to “Honor your father and mother so that it may be well
with you and you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving
you.” Respecting, honoring, and caring for our elders are central to living a
life of faith. For a community to be “Well” we need to care for our elders.
As your new board president, I am proud to be part of a community of faith that
cares for our seniors so well, especially through the ministry that comprises the
services for seniors and children on Lyndale. I have known for years that Mount
Olivet Home, Mount Olivet Careview Home, and Mount Olivet Day Services are
highly respected throughout our community and the long-term care industry.
You have my assurance that we will continue the tradition of providing
high-quality care for our seniors and children. I thank you for your support
and your part in the ministry that we share.
Blessings to you,
Pastor John Hogenson
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e didn’t have much money, but we were always loved.”
That’s the memory that keeps coming back to Tillie
Schoffman when she remembers her childhood and youth.
Tillie celebrates her 103rd birthday this year! She remained
“very independent” in her house in Edina until she moved into
Mount Olivet Home this past April.
Tillie grew up on her parents’ farm near Bowbells, North Dakota, with 10 brothers and sisters. Ernest and Tilda Elfstrum,
her parents, homesteaded a farm where they raised crops and
cattle. She remembers feeding and herding cattle, harnessing
horses, pitching bundles, preserving vegetables from the family
garden, and taking lunches out to the threshers in the field.
Her father had built a little house on the farm where they
lived. He came from Sweden, as did her mother’s parents.
Tillie remembers how devoted her father was to this land. “He
loved this country,” she says. “At parades he would say, ‘Hats
off. The flag is passing by!’”
Tillie moved to Kenmare, North Dakota, where she attended high school and
worked in several little shops. “We were
poor but happy,” Tillie insists.
After high school she moved to Minneapolis with her sister Grace. They sold
cards door-to-door to support themselves. Later Tillie worked in a photo
shop and at the Minneapolis Credit
Exchange. “I was glad I had learned Tillie near the time
the alphabet, because I did a lot of filing of her marriage
there,” Tillie laughs.
She married John Marion
Schoffman in 1934. John
served in the Army between
the world wars, and they
lived in several locations
during that time, including
Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
After his Army service, they
settled in Minneapolis where
John worked for the Ford
Motor Company and later the
U.S. Postal Service. John and
Tillie frequented garage and John and Tillie teaching archery
estate sales, and also enjoyed
repairing items for resale at flea markets. “We loved to do things
together,” Tillie remembers. They also taught archery as a team.
Tillie kept busy with her
family; they had two sons,
John Ernest (“Jack”) and
Joseph Thomas, who were
very involved in sports at
Edina High School. In
addition, she braided rugs,
crocheted bedspreads,
canned food from her
garden, and taught Bible
school at Edina Morningside Congregational
Church. Her family remembers her Swedish
meatballs as a special treat.
John died in 1990. “She
took care of her husband,
who had suffered with Jack, John, Tillie, and Joseph
asthma,” her daughterin-law Cathy Schoffman says. “She had to buy medicine for
him and sometimes went without things for the family.” Tillie
smiles, remembering her life and her family, “We knew hard
times and good times.” Her sons have both died, and now she
looks forward to seeing Cathy, her five grandchildren, and
twelve great-grandchildren.
She has enjoyed her time at Mount Olivet Home. “I caught a
fish this summer” on one of the outings. “And I don’t take one
bit of medicine,” Tillie insists. “In fact, I feel like running,”
she says as she sprints across the room, showing her agility.
Tillie is content in her 103rd year, and her good humor is
intact. “There isn’t one person that I don’t love. I love everybody!” she says.
Tillie
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celebrates her
103rd birthday
with family &
friends.
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Milan Johnson
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
“I couldn’t even think of them all!
When I was
1910 – Invention
young, you
of the radio
had to make
your own radio, and had a 200-foot
antenna in the yard. Now you have
everything right there in your hand.”
How did you get to live to be 100?
“Three things: Taking it easy, not worrying too much, and
being patient.”
Josie Landberg
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
“We’ll all just have to change with the
times.”
How did you get to live to be 100?
“I guess I got up early and stayed with it.”
Dorothy Korshus
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
“I just don’t think
1912 – Sinking
about all the
of the Titanic
changes!”
How did you get to live to be 100?
“I didn’t try to do it, it just happened.”
Frances McAlpin
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
“The invention of the electric carpet
sweeper.”
How did you get to live to be 100?
“A manhatten every night before
dinner, coffee
1901 – Vacuum
and the
cleaner invented
newspaper in
the morning, eating three meals a day, and sleeping late.”
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Mimi Blila
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
The greatest invention during her
lifetime was the automobile, says
Mimi’s family. Mimi loved her
freedom, independence, and the
opportunities that driving gave her.
She had great
1911 – First auto
curiosity and
electric engine
was interested in everything: religion,
travel, politics, music, art, theater, to name a few. At the age
of 80, she and her cousin put together a 700-page family
history.
How did you get to live to be 100?
Mimi’s family thinks she achieved centenarian status by
keeping her mind active by learning new things every day and
staying involved with her family and her many friends.
Thora Fletcher
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
“Technology and communication have
changed a lot, and are changing very
rapidly now.”
1981 – IBM
How did you get to introduces its
live to be 100?
first personal
“My life has been
computer
pretty placid, and
I have been surrounded by very good people. I joke that I’m
just hanging in there until the Vikings win the Superbowl!”
Gladyce Budd
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
“No one thing stands out. It all
changed, such as computers, phones,
transportation and in the medical field
with people living much longer.”
How did you get to live to be 100?
Because I worked hard and I am a
Norwegian. I was a nurse so I know
how to take care of myself. I also
1895 – Invention
owned and managed a gift shop
of the x-ray
called Pretty Package until I was 89
years old and sold the store. My nieces and nephews that visit
and keep me up on things and feeling young.
Our Centenarians
Ione Boline
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
Ione’s family says that the biggest
change was living
1913 – Henry
alone after her
Ford develops
husband died,
the modern
and having to
take over all of the assembly line
responsibilities for
the house, bills, and everything. She
did not learn to drive before then.
How did you get to live to be 100?
Ione has always adapted to change, and has a very strong
faith in God. These things, in addition to thinking positive,
always staying active, especially in church, maintaining a
sense of humor, and being thankful for everything have
helped her live past 100.
Margaret Biebighauser
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
Margaret’s daughter Bev Sander said
her mother dealt with many illnesses
during her life 1928 – Discovery
including havof penicillin
ing a bowel
obstruction that ruptured. Bev knew that
Margaret was grateful for all the medical advances including
well-trained doctors and antibiotics that saved her life.
How do you think you got to be 100?
Margaret was an avid reader, walker, and cook that all combined to help her reach centenarian status.
Edith Harrer
What is the biggest change in your
lifetime?
“Times have changed. Girls used to
be dressed as girls and boys as boys.
The way we think has maybe changed
too. What used to be a disgrace is acceptable now. They are good changes.
You can have an open mind and think
the way you want.”
How do you think you got to be 100?
“I have no idea.… The only thing is I try to live right. Eat right.
Not take too many chances. But life still hasn’t been boring.
Well, I also never think about being ill. If you feel sick, try to put
it out of your mind. The way you think has a lot to do with it.”
Helen Scharlemann
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
“The graveyards for all the servicemen,
how the names have changed. This is
especially close to my heart because
all three of my brothers served in the
war. They
1914 – Start of WWI
all came
Panama Canal opens
back, but
First U.S. income tax
my heart
goes out to all of those who did not make it back, as well as to
their families.”
How did you get to live to be 100?
“Well, I don’t know. You get up in the morning and you just
get working.”
Bernice Spande
What is the biggest change you have
seen in your lifetime?
Her son Bruce said he thought his
mother would say the invention of
the automobile and the telephone
changed people lives the most in the
last century.
How did you get to live to be 100?
He added that his mother stayed young by working at the
motel she and her husband owned
1919 – Blender
until she was no longer able to do
& toaster are
that. And, she did crossword puzzles
invented
every day and lots of handiwork like
crocheting and knitting to keep her mind and body strong.
Tillie Schoffman
What is the biggest change in your
lifetime?
“When I moved to Mt. Olivet I was
scared, but I soon discovered it was
very nice. I love it and think I’m better
not going back home. It’s changed for
the best. People have been nice to me.
Sometimes when they aren’t very nice,
I think maybe they have had it tough. I love everyone.”
How do you think you got to be 100?
“Because I love God and I love people. Today I was upset.
And then, I saw a light in my window, and I thought that the
light was from God. I’m happy now. I’m not mad at anyone.”
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JULY 1 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
Mount Olivet
Home
IN MEMORY OF:
JAMES BLOOMSTROM
Karen & Ted Olson
PAUL GROVEN
Family & Friends
R. Mark & Nancy Aulizia
Sue Cordahl
Charles & Carolyn Engeldinger
Lynne Groven
Evelyn & Lyle Odland
Joseph Renneke
Susan Sullivan
Linda Zoukis
LILLIAN JORGENSON
Family & Frineds
Elaine & Michael Dahl
Donna & George Godfrey
Janice Godfrey
Margaret Mattson
Patrick & Susan Moore
Keith & Elsie Olsen
Daniel & Janet Quamme
Kimberly & Jay Ruthenbeck
Jan Utech
Mount Olivet
Careview Home
IN MEMORY OF:
CATHERINE DOSTAL
Janet Nelson
CLAYTON & JOAN MOLINE
Jan Svejda & Jill Svejda
MERIDA LUNDSTROM
Family & Friends
Deborah Bernard
Kristina & Adam Cooper
Jim Pentico & Marie Friederickson
Joan & Andy, and Kyle Hallock
Mark & Patricia Heimkes
Peter & Kathleen Kirkegaard
Juliana & Gale Kottke
Patricia & David Preves
Barbara & Charles Swanson
Nancy & John Weix
Staff Subway Party
Chris & Jim Duchow
Gretchen & Dan Farwell
Connie & Bob Hartshorn
CLARA PETERSON
Family & Friends
John & Louise Anderson
Addell Dahlen
Laverne & Don Dillon
EUGENE PIERSON
Clara Pierson
GRANT:
Greater Twin Cities United Way
MATCHING GIFT:
Thrivent Financial for
Lutherans Foundation
THRIVENT CHOICE:
David Bundy
Anna Nekola
Mount Olivet
Day Services
IN MEMORY OF:
HAROLD BAICHTAL
Julie & Kurt Peters
GIFTS IN KIND:
Pam & Ronald Sailer
Michael Dahnert
YourCause Paying Agent for
Corporate Giving Program
John & Jan Stockbridge
HELEN TOWER
Pat Devaney
GIFTS:
Michael Dahnert
YourCause Paying Agent for
Corporate Giving Program
Harriet & George Capetz
Joyce Brekke
Marit Larson
Jan Norbeck
Judith & Peter Obermeyer
GIFTS:
Bruce & Jean Grussing
Richard & Anne Hahn
Margaret Hall
Scott Berry & Kate Johnson
Andrea & Bill Johnstone
John & Christiane Keaveny
James & Susan Kosmoski
Sally & Richard Leider
Martin Schulke & St. John
Dale & Janice Mulfinger
Philip & Mary Newhall
Darin Opperman
David & Joan Sheppard
Pat Walsh
THRIVENT CHOICE:
GRACE CARLSON
Family & Friends
ABC Consulting
James Carlson
Damon & Rebecca Farber
Dennis Feit
Elizabeth Paulsen
We apologize if your name was
omitted or misspelled. Call Erin
at 612.821.3151 for corrections.
Grace Hospice, continued from page 1
Sarah says, “Patients are able to be where they want to be—
comfortable, able to say those things they want to say to their
families, living their final days with respect and dignity, free
from pain, in an environment that promotes quality of life.” She
has assembled a staff of hospice workers, including a hospice
director, medical director, social worker, chaplain, volunteer
coordinator, and nurses who have this as their focus. A nurse
is always on call, 24/7.
What makes Grace Hospice unique? It offers specialized
care for each patient. “We develop a personal care plan with
patients and their families including options for staffing, and
other therapies,” explains Sarah. “While patients maintain
their primary care givers, hospice adds services to make the
end of life comfortable and peaceful.” Sarah adds, “People
want a say in how their care is delivered, and Grace Hospice
works with them so they can control decisions.”
Grace Hospice team also strives for consistency. “A consistent
team that does not have turnover,” Sarah notes, “is important
for patients and families.” And yet each patient’s care plan is
ever evolving. Every 14 days, the entire hospice team meets
to talk about patient goals, which may change as health conditions change.
Spiritual care for Grace Hospice includes a chaplain and
volunteers who understand the patient’s faith background.
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“That’s a natural for us as part of a faith-based, mission-driven
organization,” Sarah says. “We provide support for family
members and their journeys as well,” she adds. “People who
work in hospice have a deeper relationship with patients and
their families.”
Besides spiritual care, Sarah says, “Our affiliation with Mount
Olivet and Augustana Care helps us find excellent volunteers
who are providTo learn more about Grace
ed with in-depth
Hospice or about being a
training. We have
hospice volunteer, contact
a strong volunteer program that
Sarah at 612.238.5284,
adds to the care
612.238.0034, or email
of the patient.”
[email protected].
Volunteers may
include bedside companions, pet therapists, legacists, and
eleventh-hour volunteers who sit with dying patients who do
not have family close by.
Sarah has over 25 years of experience as a registered nurse in
public health and community-based programs, with extensive
experience in hospice/palliative care. When she talks about
the importance of caring for patients at the end of their lives,
her commitment to that service shines in her eyes and sounds
in her voice: “I believe end of life is such a sacred time, and
to be part of it is a gift.”
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Resident Donna Parnow
was all smiles as Brigetta
Swanson Becklund,
volunteer, made sure
Donna saw the sights at the
State Fair.
Resident Edith
Harrer met a tiny
piglet at the State Fair.
To thank the staff for their fine care of their mother, the family
of Merida Lundstrom provided and served a delicious Subway
lunch, complete with African rice from Midtown Market. (l-r):
Daughters Connie Hartshorn & Chris Duchow, sons-in-law Bob
Hartshorn & Jim Duchow served staff member Oretha Moulton.
The All Family
Picnic was a
huge success,
with family and
friends enjoying a
barbecue supper.
Char Meyers (c)
with sons and
daughters-in-law
(l-r) Jim & Sandy
Meyers, Rick &
Janice Meyers.
The annual Fall Roundup brought
many new and returning volunteers.
(l-r): Muriel Johnson, Helen Duncan
& Jean Wallner.
Mount Olivet Lutheran
Church’s new senior pastor
John Hogenson greeted retired
pastor Carl Nelson at a special
meet and greet time for Mount
Olivet Home and Mount Olivet
Careview Home residents.
Adult participant Roger and
child participant Soren play
ball in the large muscle room.
Adult participant Molly (c)
plays with (l-r) Colin & Sophia
in the muscle room.
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From the Dire
Dear Friend,
As another year comes to a close, it is a good time to
review your estate planning documents. Have there
been any life changes necessitating updating your will
or trust? Are beneficiary designations correct on your
retirement plans, bank accounts, insurance policies, and
other accounts? It is a great feeling to begin a new year
with this done.
When you meet with your estate planning attorney, I hope
you might consider making a bequest or other kind of legacy gift for Mount
Olivet Home, Mount Olivet Careview Home, or Mount Olivet Day Services.
Leaving a legacy for organizations that are important to you is a wonderful
way to give back and sets an example for family members and friends. I assure
you your future gift will make a difference.
It is exciting to share our plans for enhancing the lives of our residents in 2015.
The needs are listed on the cover, and I think you will find them compelling.
I hope when your invitation to give comes that you will be able to help. There
are many ways to give. Just check out the sign post to the right. The Mount
Olivet development staff is ready to assist you in any way. Give me a call
(612.821.3150). I would be delighted to hear from you.
I extend my heartfelt thanks to you for your gifts of time, talent, and treasure.
You make a difference beyond measure.
Any Direction
You Give Helps
Our Residents,
Participants &
Children
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Warmest regards,
Mari Carlson, Director of Development
Mount Olivet Lutheran Church & Affiliated Organizations
612.821.3150 | [email protected]
For information on these special
ways to give, please contact Erin
VanBurkleo at 612.821.3151 or
[email protected].