April 2015
Letter From the Executive Director
In Louisiana you never know what the weather is going to be like.
One day it’s 70 degrees and the next it may be freezing. As you all know
we experienced that in February and in March. I just want to thank a few of my
employees who stayed here and worked when others couldn’t make it to work: Katrina McDowell,
Stephanie Ellison, Evan Perot, Lori MaGee, Tammy Bounds and Michelle Pelton. Thank you, again, for my
awesome team!
Pauline K., 4th
Birthdays
Ray P., 8th
Terry ., 21st
Month at a Glance
Mark your calendars!
Thursday, April 2, at 11 a.m.
Eastwood Baptist Church Choir
Tuesday, April 8, at 2 p.m.
Trivia w/Bossier Parish Community College Occupational
Therapy Assistants
Friday, April 17, at 1 a.m.
Outing: Walmart Neighborhood Market
Wednesday, April 23, at 2 p.m.
Assembly of God Church — Game Day
Savannah Grand of Bossier City
www.SLM.net
Savannah Grand of Bossier City
S e r v i c e s
4770 Brandon Boulevard • Bossier City, LA 71111
Phone: 318-600-5883
Savannah Grand of Bossier City
S e r v i c e s
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
10:30
11:00
1:00
2:30
Activity Room, 04
Dining Room, 01
Entertainment Room, 02
Lobby, 03
5
11:00
11:30
1:00
2:00
6
10:30
11:00
1:00
2:00
Church Service, 02
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Sorry!, 04
13
12
11:00
11:30
1:00
2:00
Church Service, 02
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Sorry!, 04
10:30
11:00
1:00
2:00
Checkers, 03
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Darts, 04
19
11:00
11:30
1:00
2:00
Church Service, 02
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Sorry!, 04
26
11:00
11:30
1:00
2:00
Church Service, 02
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Sorry!, 04
21
27
10:30
11:00
1:00
2:00
Checkers, 03
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Darts, 04
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Cookies & Ice Cream, 04
Wii Fun, 02
10:30
11:00
1:00
2:00
Dominoes, 04
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Trivia w/BPCC/OTA, 04
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Cookies & Ice Cream, 04
Wii Fun, 02
2
10:30 Staying Fit, 04
10:50 Daily Devotional, 04
11:00 Eastwood Baptist
Church Choir, 01
1:00 Hall Walkers
2:00 Arts & Crafts, 04
10:30
11:00
1:00
1:30
2:30
Dominoes, 04
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Outing: Errands
Bingo, 04
EARTH DAY
10:30
11:00
1:00
2:00
2:30
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:00
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Washer Toss, 04
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Central Assembly of
God Game Day, 01
29
10:30
11:00
1:00
2:30
Dominoes, 04
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Bingo, 04
30
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:30
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Wii Fun, 02
4
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:00
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Bingo, 04
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Easter Egg Hunt
11
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:30
1
0:30 Blood Pressure
17
Check w/Jennifer
of Amedisys, 04
10:50 Daily Devotional, 04
1:00 Outing Walmart
Neighborhood
Market
2:30 Bingo, 04
23
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:00
3
10
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:30
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Matinee & Popcorn, 02
22
SATURDAY
10:30 Staying Fit, 04
10:50 Daily Devotional, 04
1:00 Residents’ Council
Meeting, 04
2:30 Bingo w/Sonja of
Southern Care, 04
16
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:00
Dominoes, 04
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Outing: Fred’s
Bingo, 04
GOOD FRIDAY
PASSOVER BEGINS AT SUNSET
9
15
28
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:00
2:30
FRIDAY
8
14
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:00
2:30
Checkers, 03
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Darts, 04
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Cookies & Ice Cream, 04
Wii Fun, 02
10:30 Pawsitive
Connection, 04
10:50 Daily Devotional, 04
1:00 Hall Walkers
2:00 Cookies & Ice Cream, 04
2:30 Wii Fun, 02
20
10:30
11:00
1:00
2:00
Dominoes, 04
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Bingo w/Caressa of
Comfort Care, 04
7
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:00
2:30
Checkers, 03
Coffee Social, 01
Hall Walkers
Darts, 04
THURSDAY
1
Locations
EASTER
April 2015
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Bingo, 04
18
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:30
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Bingo, 04
24
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:30
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Bingo, 04
25
10:30
10:50
1:00
2:30
Staying Fit, 04
Daily Devotional, 04
Hall Walkers
Bingo, 04
A Pocketful of History
They pass through our hands nearly every day, but how much do you know about
coins? The U.S. Mint has been producing them since 1792, and there are billions in
circulation today, but here are some lesser known facts about our metallic money.
Leading ladies: Sacagawea, Susan B. Anthony and Helen Keller are the
only women to be featured on circulated coins. However, Queen Isabella
of Spain, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, and Virginia and Eleanor Dare appear on
commemorative coins.
Monetary mottos: All circulating U.S. coins display two mottos: “In God We
Trust” and “E Pluribus Unum.” The first was suggested by a minister in 1861 and
approved by an act of Congress in 1864. E pluribus unum, a Latin phrase meaning
“one from many,” has appeared on coins since 1795 and was made mandatory
in 1873.
Lincoln legend: The Lincoln penny, the longest-running U.S. coin, is the only
circulating coin whose portrait faces right, simply a choice made by the designer.
Created in 1909, the back of the coin showed two stalks of wheat until 1958.
These are commonly called wheat pennies and are occasionally still found in
circulation today.
Keith L. Spencer
Regional Director
Melissa Putman
Executive Director
Lori MaGee
Business Office Coordinator
Robert Traylor
Food & Beverage Coordinator
Bo Tallant
Maintenance Coordinator
Laugh Out Loud
Is laughter really the best medicine? Many medical experts report that laughing produces significant health benefits.
Easy exercise: Think about what happens when you get the giggles: Your heart rate increases, you can’t catch your
breath, and your facial muscles are sore. That’s right — laughing is like a mild workout, burning up to 50 calories in just
10 minutes.
A happy heart: In addition to aerobic benefits, laughing heartily can improve circulation and help balance blood
pressure levels, boosting cardiovascular health.
A stress-free smile: While some stress is good, too much can cause both mental and physical health problems.
Laughter relieves stress by reducing stress hormones and releasing endorphins (feel-good chemicals) in the body.
People usually feel more relaxed and happier after laughing, even during trying situations.
Rest and relief: Laughter is considered a natural pain reliever, both by releasing endorphins and by serving as a
temporary distraction from either physical or emotional pain. Watching a comedy before bedtime can ease painful
symptoms and relax your muscles so sleep comes easier.
Fun friendships: People love having someone to laugh with. Connect with friends by sharing a joke or two. The result is
an active social life — a crucial component of good health and happiness.
Featured Community: Savannah Court of Bartow
Savannah Court of Bartow was the first Savannah Court
completed by SLMC, opening in August 2000. Located in the
heart of Polk County, Bartow serves as the county seat. This
Savannah Court community is nestled among mature oak
trees that add a natural beauty that is unsurpassed. Savannah
Court of Bartow is licensed for 36 residents. From the moment
you step inside this community you feel the warmth and
charm, while meeting the staff will further your good feelings
at Savannah Court of Bartow. Amenities include a fully
enclosed, landscaped courtyard, a screened lanai, living and
dining rooms, an activity room, a private dining room and an
ice cream parlor. Call 863-519-3398 today for a tour!