OUR MISSION To develop happy and healthy living environments for our growing senior population. CORE VALUES Accountability Relentless Improvement PRIMROSE COMPANY Primrose Retirement Communities, LLC, provides high-quality independent and assisted living communities in over 30 locations across the country. Home Office in Aberdeen, South Dakota since our founding in 1989, our mission is to create a happy and healthy living environment for seniors. 724 MAPLE GROVE ROAD | DULUTH, MN 55811 | 218-724-4900 | DECEMBER 2014 our friendly and welcoming atmosphere. SPIRITUALITY For more information about Primrose Retirement Communities, visit WELCOME! Passion Respect Embrace Change Our motto “this is living!” guides us in every aspect of our work from providing personalized attention and a full and exciting activities calendar to www.primroseretirement.com Betty Monson - #219 Betty Opien - #134 BIRTHDAYS PLACE STAMP HERE Luella Boseovski - 12/2 Carole Sylvester - 12/2 Carol Ringstad - 12/4 Ray Critchley - 12/13 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Nancy Saari Liz Espointour - 12/25 SALES DIRECTOR Julia Rulla Robert Bowers - 12/26 DIRECTOR OF NURSING Terrica Davis Joyce Johnson - 12/31 LIFE ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR Cindy Hnatek DINING SERVICES Suzanne Lamecker MAINTENANCE TECH Bob Lamphier For information: [email protected] ANNIVERSARIES Julia Rulla Sales Director - 1 Year Connie Manty CNA - 1 Year As we enter into the heart of the Christmas season, the importance of spirituality in the lives of millions of seniors takes center stage. In fact, 77% of seniors are members of churches, synagogues, or other religious institutions. They volunteer to help out in their churches, they mentor people from all walks of life in their communities, and they are passionate about their beliefs. At Primrose, many of our residents strive to continue the lifelong journey of growing in their faith – and they love sharing their years of wisdom with friends and family members. Small groups, church services, Bible studies and charitable giving are common activities amongst the people in our communities – and they all act as powerful evidence of the spirituality that exists in the lives of our residents. There have been many studies, by many different professional organizations, performed over the years on the effect of spirituality on the health and well-being of seniors. Those with an active spiritual life have been shown to experience less instances of physical disability, less depression, longer life, better immune systems and lower blood pressure. Many of our residents also experience these types of benefits when coming to Primrose. They find that they have more time to focus on their faith, to fellowship with their friends and family, and to relax in the knowledge that their physical and spiritual needs are provided for. What does spirituality mean to you? What kind of impact has it had on your life and in the lives of those you love and care for? We would love for you to share your thoughts and experiences with us. Feel free to stop by your Life Enrichment Coordinator’s office and share your stories, and we may share them with others in the next issue of our newsletter. RESIDENT OF THE MONTH Our Resident of the Month, Ruby Ellefson, started making dolls with her granddaughters. She wanted to get closer to them by doing something special, starting when her first granddaughter was 10 years old (she is 42 now!) Ruby even made the patterns before sewing the clothes for the 50-60 dolls she has made! (Stop by Cindy’s office and take a peek at a couple of these amazing dolls.) Doll making isn’t Ruby’s only hidden talent. She also made all the wedding dresses for her daughters, and at Christmastime, you could find her in the kitchen making 70 - 80 pounds of candy for her family and friends to enjoy. Ruby and her husband, Omar, have been Primrose residents since 2009 and we love having them as part of our family. DECEMBER HIGHLIGHTS 12/2: Christmas Program Organ Group - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 12/3: Avada & LensCrafters - Great Room - 9:30 am 12/4: Pastor Main - Theater Room - 1:30 pm 12/6: Holiday Craft Bazaar - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 12/10: Italian Singers - Great Room - 6:30 pm 12/11: Schwan’s Home Delivery - 2:30 pm 12/11: Lunch at Sammy’s - Sign Up - 11:15 am 12/17: Lunch at Foster’s - Sign Up - 11:15 am 12/18: Pastor Mike - Theater Room - 1:30 pm 12/19: Holiday Party - Woods View - 3:00 pm 12/25: MERRY CHRISTMAS! 12/30: Monthly Birthday Party - Woods View - 3:00 pm 12/31: New Year’s Eve Party - Main Lobby - 4:30 - 6:30 pm HOLIDAY DECORATING AT PRIMROSE! We all know how beautiful our sitting areas are in Primrose. Now is your chance to help make them even MORE beautiful and inviting. This year, we will be decorating Christmas trees for each one of the large sitting areas and between both C Wing Hallways. The trees will be set up and ornaments will be provided for our residents to join us in making their ‘block’ more festive for the holiday. All trees and ornaments will be in place by Friday, December 5. Please let Cindy know if you have any questions on how you can be one of Santa’s Helpers! Candy Cane Christmas Fudge 1 1/2 tsp + 1/4 Butter, Softened 2 cups Sugar 1/2 cup Sour Cream 12 oz. White Baking Chocolate - chopped 1 jar (7 oz.) Marshmallow Creme 1/2 cup Crushed Candy Canes 1/2 tsp Peppermint Extract WINTER SAFETY TIPS Stay Indoors when it’s very cold outside, especially if it’s also very HOLIDAY DINNER Christmas is just around the corner and we want to make sure it’s a wonderful holiday for our residents and their families. Nancy will be asking those who are expecting family and friends to join them for Christmas Dinner here at Primrose, to be sure to sign up so everyone can be included. We will be stopping by to see if you’d like to be added to the dinner list beginning the second week of December. Join us! windy. Keep indoor temperatures at about 65 degrees. If you have to go outside, don’t stay out for very long, and go indoors if you start shivering. Line a 9-inch square pan with foil. Grease the foil with 1-1/2 tsp butter, set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, sour cream and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a rapid boil; cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft ball stage), about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in white chocolate and marshmallow creme until melted. Fold in candy and extract. Pour into prepared pan. Chill until firm. Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Cut into 1-inch squares. Enjoy! Stay Dry Wet clothing chills your body quickly. Cover Up all parts of your body when you go outside. If your skin turns red or dark or starts hurting, go inside right away. Wear Layers Wearing two or three thinner layers of loose-fitting clothing is warmer than a single layer of thick clothing. Always wear layers, as well as: a hat gloves or mittens (mittens are warmer) a coat and boots a scarf to cover your mouth and nose Wear Boots With Non-skid Soles so you’re less likely to slip when you walk. If You Use a Cane, Replace the Rubber Tip Before it is Worn Smooth. You might also buy (at a medical supply store) an ice pick -like attachment that fits onto the end of the cane to help keep you from slipping when you walk. November Winners! Daily Bingo: Luella Boseovski. Newsletter Puzzle: Helen Potvien. Complete the puzzle above and submit to Cindy by 12/17! December 2014 ACTIVITY CALENDAR SUNDAY 30 7 10:30 a.m. Ginny's Hymns 12:45 p.m. Cards 14 10:30 a.m. Ginny's Hymns 12:45 p.m. Cards 21 10:30 a.m. Ginny's Hymns 12:45 p.m. Cards 28 10:30 a.m. Ginny's Hymns 12:45 p.m. Cards MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY 1 9:30 a.m. Morning 2 9:30 a.m. Bone Builders 3 9:30 a.m. Bone Builders 4 9:00 a.m. Morning Stretch 10:30 a.m. Knitting & 10:00 a.m. 500 Club Social 10:15 Super One Crocheting 10:30 a.m. Knitting & & Blood Pressure Check 11:00 a.m. Banana Gram 1:45 p.m. Bingo for Crocheting 9:30 a.m. Morning 1-1:30 p.m. Primrose Primrose Dollars 1:30 p.m. Catholic Stretch Store 2:00 p.m. Bridge Rosary 10:30 a.m. Bible Study Documentary 9 3:00 Ice Cream Coffee/Snack p.m.Morning Primrose 8 1:30 9:30 p.m. a.m. Morning 9:30 p.m. a.m. Bone Builders 10 3:00 9:30 p.m. a.m. Bone Builders 11 1-1:30 9:00 a.m. Stretch 10:30 a.m. Knitting & 10:00 a.m. 500 Club Social 10:15 Super One Crocheting 10:30 a.m. Knitting & & Blood Pressure Check 11:00 a.m. Banana Gram 1:45 p.m. Bingo for Crocheting 9:30 a.m. Morning 1-1:30 p.m. Primrose Primrose Dollars 1:30 p.m. Catholic Stretch Store 2:00 p.m. Bridge Rosary 10:30 a.m. Bible Study Documentary 16 3:00 Ice Cream Coffee/Snack p.m.Morning Primrose 15 1:30 9:30 p.m. a.m. Morning 9:30 p.m. a.m. Bone Builders 17 3:00 9:30 p.m. a.m. Bone Builders 18 1-1:30 9:00 a.m. Stretch 10:30 a.m. Knitting & 10:00 a.m. 500 Club Social 10:15 Super One Crocheting 10:30 a.m. Knitting & & Blood Pressure Check 11:00 a.m. Banana Gram 1:45 p.m. Bingo for Crocheting 9:30 a.m. Morning 1-1:30 p.m. Primrose Primrose Dollars 1:30 p.m. Catholic Stretch Store 2:00 p.m. Bridge Rosary 10:30 a.m. Bible Study Documentary 23 3:00 Ice Cream Coffee/Snack p.m.Morning Primrose 22 1:30 9:30 p.m. a.m. Morning 9:30 p.m. a.m. Bone Builders 24 3:00 9:30 p.m. a.m. Bone Builders 25 1-1:30 9:00 a.m. Stretch 10:30 a.m. Knitting & 10:00 a.m. 500 Club Social 10:15 Super One Crocheting 10:30 a.m. Knitting & & Blood Pressure Check 11:00 a.m. Banana Gram 1:45 p.m. Bingo for Crocheting 9:30 a.m. Morning 1-1:30 p.m. Primrose Primrose Dollars 1:30 p.m. Catholic Stretch Store 2:00 p.m. Bridge Rosary 10:30 a.m. Bible Study Documentary 30 3:00 Ice Cream Coffee/Snack 29 1:30 9:30 p.m. a.m. Morning 9:30 p.m. a.m. Bone Builders 31 3:00 9:30 p.m. a.m. Bone Builders 32 1-1:30 p.m. Primrose Stretch 10:15 Super One 11:00 a.m. Banana Gram 1-1:30 p.m. Primrose Store 1:30 p.m. Documentary 10:30 a.m. Knitting & Crocheting 1:45 p.m. Bingo for Primrose Dollars 2:00 p.m. Bridge 3:00 p.m. Ice Cream 10:00 a.m. 500 Club 10:30 a.m. Knitting & Crocheting 1:30 p.m. Catholic Rosary 3:00 p.m. Coffee/Snack FRIDAY 5 9:00 a.m. Morning 6 Social & Blood Pressure Check 9:30 a.m. Morning Stretch 10:30 a.m. Bible Study p.m.Morning Primrose 12 1-1:30 9:00 a.m. 13 Social & Blood Pressure Check 9:30 a.m. Morning Stretch 10:30 a.m. Bible Study p.m.Morning Primrose 19 1-1:30 9:00 a.m. 20 Social & Blood Pressure Check 9:30 a.m. Morning Stretch 10:30 a.m. Bible Study p.m.Morning Primrose 26 1-1:30 9:00 a.m. 27 Social & Blood Pressure Check 9:30 a.m. Morning Stretch 10:30 a.m. Bible Study 33 1-1:30 p.m. Primrose 34 SATURDAY 2:00 p.m. Farkel 2:00 p.m. Bridge 6:00 p.m. Saturday Night Movie 2:00 p.m. Farkel 2:00 p.m. Bridge 6:00 p.m. Saturday Night Movie 2:00 p.m. Farkel 2:00 p.m. Bridge 6:00 p.m. Saturday Night Movie 2:00 p.m. Farkel 2:00 p.m. Bridge 6:00 p.m. Saturday Night Movie
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