Roy Carter reflects on military service and his life as Memorial Day approaches

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1 Monthly Newsletter May 2018 Upcoming Events Eagles International Ministries Thursday, May 3 The Loves Thursday, May 3 Old Time Fiddlers Friday, May 4 Old side kicks Monday, May 7 Voter registration Tuesday, May 8 The Loves Wednesday, May 9 Sound Dogs Friday, May 11 Senior Moments Monday, May 14 The Secords Monday, May 14 Silver and Gold Bday Party Thursday, May 17 Two Sweet Violins Friday, May 18 Senior Singers Friday, May 18 Classical pianist Heidi Fivash Monday, May 21 Garden Thursday, May 24 Canine Friends Thrusday, May 24 Buck Ellard Tuesday, May 29 Roy Carter reflects on military service and his life as Memorial Day approaches Roy Carter s service in the Navy began when he enlisted in Things were pretty tough, he says. There was a job available stocking shelves and sweeping at $0.15 an hour. The starting salary for a young seaman in the Navy was $21 per month. I thought that was better. Roy left his home in Nebraska, but says, I didn t fall for the join the Navy and see the world. His first duty station was aboard the USS Oklahoma. It was in dry dock in Bremerton, Washington, at the time. After a shake down to Vancouver, British Columbia, the crew set sail for Pearl Harbor, Roy and his wife Barbara on their wedding day. Hawaii. Roy spent the next three years on maneuvers with the fleet in the Hawaiian area of the Pacific. Roy remembers exactly where he was on the morning of December 7, He was aft when the first of 9 torpedoes hit the ship. We were shocked at being attacked. It was a short period of time. In less than two hours, it was all over, Roy recalls. The battered Oklahoma turned over in only 11 minutes. Roy dogged down eight men in the aft steering section. After 30 hours, those men, and more, were saved when they were rescued from the hull of the ship. The crew of Roy Carter the Oklahoma lost 429 crewmen. Over 2000 people perished in the attack on Pearl Harbor. Roy was initially sent to the sub-tender the USS Pelican. The Navy reconstructed my record and saw I was on the list for enlisted pilot training, says Roy. He was transferred to Pearl Harbor s naval air station. Once his training was complete, he began flying planes in the Navy, working his way up to the PB4Y-2 patrol bomber. Roy flew 12 hour shifts from England on patrol for enemy submarines. Roy had married his lovely wife Barbara before he was stationed in Europe. When the war was over, he wanted to fly for the naval air TURN TO NAVY PAGE 2 Roy was serving aboard the Battleship USS Oklahoma during the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, May 2018 The Sherwood Like to Know 1

2 Navy: Roy has appreciation for all who serve Continued from Page 1 transport service. The Navy did accept his request. However, when the orders came for another tour in the Pacific, Roy decided it was time to leave active duty after seven years of service. He stayed in the Navy Reserve retiring from that after 22 years. Post Navy, he and Barbara moved to Illinois where Roy earned an engineering degree. He worked for an insurance company for several years. I was an expert in fire protection. Then I finally opened my own business, he says. His family grew to include their two daughters and one son. When it was time to retire, he and Barbara stayed in Wisconsin. They liked spending winters in Texas, but eventually decided they d rather be settled in one location. Roy fondly remembered his time aboard the USS Oklahoma when it was in drydock in Bremerton. They both liked the area and they decided to make Sequim their permanent home no more winters in Texas. As Memorial Day approaches, Roy is glad there is a day to honor America s military service members. He s one of many in his family to serve in the armed forces. Roy s older brother was also in the Navy during World War II and his younger brother served in the Korean War. His son was in the military during the Vietnam War. He has a grandson who is currently serving as a ranger in the Army airborne division. I don t think you can do enough to show appreciation, Roy says. I m glad there is a day to honor all military members. Government currently issuing revised Medicare cards The government is mailing newly designed Medicare cards to the 59 million people in the federal health insurance program. The new card removes the member s Social Security number and replaces it with a new, randomly generated 11-digit Medicare number. This reduces the potential for identity theft if the card is lost or stolen. Cards will be sent to Medicare recipients or their Powers of Attorney on a rolling basis over a 12- month period, ending in April Washington State residents won t begin receiving their cards until June at the earliest. Medicare will never ask you for your personal information or charge you a fee to get your new Medicare card. Scam artists may try to get personal information (like your current Medicare number) by contacting you about your new card. If someone asks you for your information, for money, or threatens to cancel your health benefits if you don t share your Afterhours Bingo gives all a chance to be a winner Every evening, there s a new Afterhours Bingo number posted on the activity boards around Sherwood. It s an evening game that s been going on for several years now, says Activity Director Tanya Kerr. Residents get their three bingo cards from the activity department and play this blackout bingo game. After dinner I look for the new number on the board to mark my card, says 3-time winner player Peggy Broemeling. When a couple numbers Peggy Broemeling marks off one more number on her After hours bingo cards. are left, then you re anxious for them to call the right number. It s fun to say I won! she says. When players get a blackout, they bring their winning card to the activity department. The winner currently receive a $5 prize, but the department is looking into other prizes that might be fun or useful to the residents. People can get their bingo cards from the activity department. They d like to see more people join in the game. Play along with us, says Tanya. personal information, hang up and report the call to the Medicare officials at MEDICARE ( ). You do not need to take any action to get your new Medicare card. Just make sure your mailing address is up-to-date. If your address needs to be corrected, contact Social Security at or check your online Social Security account at Health care providers are aware of the changes. They ll continue to take your old card, but they will need the updated number after the new card arrives. When you receive your new card, be sure to destroy your old card. Get details about the cards, when they will be issued, and security measures at go.medicare.gov/newcard. May 2018 The Sherwood Like to Know 2

3 Nursing staff strives to provide best care in a family environment The nursing staff is one of the things that sets Sherwood apart from other assisted living facilities. We offer a unique community with nurses that are overseeing the well being of each resident, says Resident Care Manager Cathie Diem. They live here, so we are very aware when there s something different. says Cathie. There s a sense of security in knowing we re here for that. We are here to watch out for their best interests whether that s their physical, emotional, or spiritual health. Marilyn Newton has been connected with Sherwood as a nurse for 34 years. There s been quite a few changes to Sherwood over those years. She was here while there was nursing care and a Medicare wing. Marilyn took some time to raise her family, and has been here for over 20 years. This is her niche in nursing, and she wouldn t want to be anywhere else. I love geriatric nursing. I love the family environment here, she says. Audrey Heatherington is glad for the services that the nurses provide through the day. To have the help is wonderful, she says. They are all very kind. They smile and are friendly, which I really like. There s extra touches that they ll add that brighten Audrey s day. Marilyn will do things like bring me a robe or cup of coffee. While those moments are great, Audrey knows she can rest assured that the nurses will be there when she has a medical need. They ve rushed me to the doctor. They ve cared for my ankle. The nurses go out of their way to be pleasing and helpful. One of the primary duties of the nurses is to oversee and administer the medications to the residents. They do skin care and wound dressing. They assess the situation when a resident takes a fall. When there Nurses Marilyn Newton and Melodee Moores enjoy chatting with Ethel Stratton while they take her blood pressure. They enjoy their time interacting with the residents. is a change in health, the nurses are there to do an assessment to get them the right medical treatment in a timely fashion. We re there as a triangle of care for the resident, the doctor and the family, says Marilyn. Nurses look at the bigger picture, behind the symptoms of what might be going on, when it s time to follow up with the doctor. The residents are more than patients to the nursing staff. Their dedication and compassion for the residents make me very proud to work with this team, says Cathie. They are all my favorite folks, says Marilyn. You don t get that in hospital nursing. They have such a great sense of humor. One of Marilyn s favorite times of the day is interacting with the residents during the lunch hour. The dining room can be interesting and quite comical, she says with a smile. TUESDAY, MAY 8 FROM 10 A.M. TO NOON IN THE CASCADE ROOM Members of Indivisible Sequim in conjunction with the League of Women Voters encourages everyone to get registered to vote. Midterm primary ballots will be mailed July 20, This is the time to make sure you are registered so you ll be able to vote. Bring your current or expired Washington driver s license, Identification card, or the last four digits of your social security number to expedite the registration process. MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD! May 2018 The Sherwood Like to Know 3

4 As many of you know, there are staff changes in the activity department. We ve got things on the calendar to get things going, but we ll making some changes, and adding more great activities through the month of May. Please be sure to keep an eye on the white boards or ask any of the activity people what is happening, and we ll be sure to let you know! These folks have recently moved to Sherwood. When you see them, be sure to say hello! Roy Curtis Helga Meienberg Harlean Richardson Regular exercise is an important part of being in the best health you can be. It s never too late to start moving and add a fitness routine to your schedule! Exercise Bounce the large balloon up and away! This exercise reaches and stretches arms and legs. Sundays, and Fridays. Monday, May 7, 21, and 28. Wednesday, May 2, 9, 16, and 30. Classes begin at 10 a.m. in the Activity Room. Full Body Standing or sitting, these gentle exercises will work you from stem to stern. Thursdays, and Saturdays. Tuesday, May 1, 8, 15, and 29. Wednesday, May 23. Classes begin at 10 a.m. All classes are in the Activity Room. Lorraine Schouten 5/6 Norma Miller 5/30 Bill Halliday 5/9 Ro Weber 5/31 Please join us for tea to celebrate mothers on their special day Sunday, May 13 at 1:30 p.m. in the Activity Room. Come help us make paper flowers as centerpieces for the celebration on Tuesday, May 1 at 2 p.m. in the Activity Room Arts and Crafts Tuesday, May 1 at 2 p.m. It s especially gratifying to create your own piece of artwork. We ll be making paper flowers as centerpieces for the Mother s Day. May 2018 Water Color with Bonita Beginning class Tuesday, May 8 at 3 p.m. Advanced class Tuesday, May 15 at 3 p.m. Classes are in the Activity Room. Bonita helps each person flourish at their own speed with gentle guidance. Creative Writing With Judy Monday, May 14 at 10 a.m. Eve- Celebrate at the Birthday Party! Featuring the music of Silver and Gold Thursday, May 17 at 3 p.m. in the Activity Room Help make your neighbor s birthday special. Be sure to sign the birthday cards in the Cascade Room. ryone has a story! Discover your inner author and have an enjoyable time sharing your story and listening to other people s tales. Paint with Carrie Tuesday, May 22 at 10 a.m. in the Activity Room. Guided instruction makes the process of painting fun and easy. The Sherwood Like to Know 4

5 There s something for everyone. Get up, get going, get involved! Men s Time for the guys to enjoy good conversation and a cup of coffee. Friday, May 25 at 3 p.m. in the Cascade Room. Women s Chit chat, bring your knitting, crocheting, or enjoy working on a puzzle. This group is open to the gals to get together and have a great time together. Saturdays at 10:45 a.m. in the Library. Library Outreach Enjoy all the North Olympic Peninsula Library System has to offer. See Activities for information on in-room delivery services. Second The store is open at 1 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. Purchases can only be made with Sherwood Bucks. Ask Activities for more information. Resident Council Meeting The resident council meets Wednesday, May 23 10:45 a.m. in the Activity Room. Bring your suggestions or concerns to the meeting. Project Linus Join Phyllis to prepare and make blankets for children in need. Even if you can t knit or sew, there s still many helpful things you can do on Sunday, May 13 at 1:30 p.m. in the Kensington Room. Canine Friends Thursday, May 24 at 3 p.m. in the Activity Room. Sweet dogs of all sizes come for cuddles. These dogs are just fun to interact with and fill you with the warm fuzzies. Documentary Presentation Wednesday, May 2, 9, 16, and 30 at 11 a.m. in the Activity Room. Life Our planet is teeming with a myriad of life forms plant, fungus and animal all interlocked in a struggle for survival. Life chronicles some of the most unusual, if not downright bizarre, behaviors that living organisms have devised to keep their species alive. Snacks and Trivia Tickle your taste buds and challenge your mind with trivia on Sunday, May 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 2 p.m. in the Activity Room. Shelby Shelby, Bill Littlejohn s beautiful and loveable golden retriever, comes to share cuddles and smiles Mondays at 1 p.m. Contact Activities staff if you would like to visit with Shelby in your room. Afternoon Wednesday, May 2 at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 10 at 3 p.m. May 16 and 30 at 2 p.m. Monday, May 28 at 3 p.m. at 2:30 p.m. in the Library. This is a great time to relax with friends, have a good conversation, and sip on a delicious cup of your favorite tea. Hand Massage Tuesday, May 29 in the Activity Room. Enjoy the touch and pleasant aroma with a gentle hand massage guaranteed to feel luxurious, relaxing and soothing. Garden Thursday, May 24 at 1:30 p.m. Starting in the Activity Room. See how our garden grows! Dig in the dirt to get out those weeds, give the plants some TLC by watering them. The raised beds in the Kensington courtyard make gardening easy and fun. Relaxing with Colors Friday, May 4 and 11 at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 22 at 3:15 p.m. in the Activity Room. Coloring has many health benefits such as reducing stress, reliving happy memories, plus enhancing focus and concentration, all while creating a beautiful picture. Beverage Service Wednesday, May 23 at 2 p.m. The Activity Department team comes around with drinks and snacks. It s a special treat sure to brighten your afternoon. Movie Matinee Saturdays at 2 p.m. in the Activity Room. Now playing current hits and Hollywood classics on our own big screen. Game Time! Scrabble Sundays at 10:45 a.m. Thursday, May 3 at 3:30 p.m. Brain Games Monday, May 7 and 21 at 11 a.m. Friday, May 11 at 11 a.m. Phase 10 Tuesday, May 1, 8, 15 and 29 at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, May 22 at 2 p.m. Uno Monday, May 7 at 2 p.m. Thursday, May 10 at 3:30 p.m. Friday, May 18 at 3:30 p.m. Friday, May 25 at 10:45 a.m. Monday, May 28 at 11 a.m. Thursday May 31 at 2 p.m. Bingo Thursday, May 10 and 31 at 10:45 a.m. Thursday, May 24 at 11 a.m. Birthday Bingo Thursday, May 17 at 10:45 a.m. Spiritual Programs Catholic Mass Friday, May 4 at 10:30 a.m. Dungeness Valley Lutheran Church Sunday, May 6 at 3 p.m. in the Activity Room. Assembly of God Sunday, May 13 at 3 p.m. in the Activity Room. Seventh Day Adventists Saturday, May 19 at 3 p.m. in the Kensington Room. First Baptist Church Sunday, May 20 at 3 p.m. in the Activity Room. May 2018 The Sherwood Like to Know 5

6 (Left) Bill Thomas and Retta Harris have pool noodles, and they aren t afraid to use em for an exercise game, that is. (Left) It s official. Everybody loves Dasher. Lee Raymond is not immune from his puppy cuteness and had no choice but to cuddle him. (Above) Sheila Cope s friends always have a great time coming in to spin some yarn and spin a tale or two, as well. (Left) Audrey Creary loves to do puzzles. She finished this one off in record time! Activity Director Tanya Kerr As I sit and marvel over my new puppy, Dasher, I paws and think about my first days here at Sherwood and all the lives that have filled my heart with love and joy since. Many have taught me not to take myself so seriously, while others have taught me to be thankful for every day that I am walking and talking. I have learned that smiles are as infectious as the flu many of us encountered the first days of 2018, and that a single smile from another person can lift my spirits for the rest of the day. I lost my mom in 2014, but found her here in many of the residents, pianos, nooks & crannies of this community. I heard the songs she sang to me while playing her organ and the stories she and my grandparents would share with me as I grew. I enjoyed knowing that she was watching over me as I interacted with the residents, employees and volunteers. I was comforted in knowing she was with me in this journey. But, due to the untimely passing of my husband this year, it is time for me to start another journey, one which allows me to support my household on my own and grow in a career that I started many years ago. My experiences here have been so profoundly heartwarming with all the love and support I have received from residents, my fellow employees and our volunteers. I will always cherish my experiences here and getting to know everyone. While my employment as the Activity Director has come to an end, I will still be in, along with Dasher and Lola, to visit everyone. Until we meet again, Tanya May 2018 The Sherwood Like to Know 6

7 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 6 10:45 Scrabble 2:00 Dungeness Valley Lutheran 13 Happy Mother s Day 10:45 Scrabble 1:30 Project Linus 1:30 Mother s Day 3:00 Assembly of God 20 10:45 Scrabble 2:00 Snacks & Trivia 3:00 First Baptist 27 10:45 Scrabble 1:30 Snacks & Trivia 2:30 Room 7 10:45 Brain Games 1:00 Shelby 2:00 Uno 3:00 Old Side Kicks 14 10:00 Creative Writing with Judy 1:00 Shelby 1:45 Senior Moments 3:00 The Secords 21 11:00 Brain Games 1:00 Shelby 3:00 Classical Piano 28 Memorial Day 11:00 Uno 1:00 Shelby 3:00 Afternoon 1 10:45 Phase 10 2:00 Arts & Crafts 8 10:00 Voter Registration 10:45 Phase 10 3:00 Watercolor with Bonita 15 10:45 Phase 10 1:30 Hand Massages 3:00 Watercolor with Bonita 22 10:00 Paint with Carrie 2:00 Phase 10 3:15 Relaxing with Colors 29 10:45 Phase 10 2:00 Buck Ellard 3:30 Hand Massages 2 11:00 Life Documentary 2:30 Afternoon 9 11:00 Life Documentary 2:00 Room 16 11:00 Life Documentary 2:30 Afternoon 23 10:45 Resident Council 2:00 Room Beverage Services 30 11:00 Life Documentary 2:00 Afternoon 3:30 Room 3 10:30 Eagle Intl 2:00 The Loves 3:30 Scrabble 10 10:45 Bingo 1:30 Uno 3:00 Afternoon 17 10:45 Birthday Bingo 3:00 Silver & Gold Bday Party 24 11:00 Bingo 1:30 Garden 3:00 Canine Friends 31 10:45 Bingo 2:00 Uno 3:30 Room 4 10:30 Catholic Mass 1:30 Relaxing with Colors 3:30 WA Old Time Fiddlers 11 10:45 Brain Games 1:30 Relaxing with Colors 3:30 Sound Dogs 18 10:00 Spin-In (K) 10:30 Two Sweet Violins 2:30 Senior Singers 3:30 Uno 25 10:45 Uno 1:30 Room 3:00 Men s 5 10:45 Women s 1:00 Room 2:00 Popcorn & a Movie 12 10:45 Women s 1:00 Room 2:00 Popcorn & a Movie 19 10:45 Women s 1:00 Room 2:00 Popcorn & a Movie 3:00 7th Day Adventist 26 10:45 Women s 1:00 Room 2:00 Popcorn & a Movie May 2018 The Sherwood Like to Know 7

8 Sherwood Assisted Living 550 W. Hendrickson Rd. Sequim WA Our Mission A community where residents experience meaningful lives and staff create a pleasant, professional working environment that is economically viable. Sherwood Manor, Inc. was founded by Bill Littlejohn. Sherwood Manor is a family owned business that has been serving the Olympic Peninsula since Visit our website at : assistedliving.com Contact us at (360) info@ sherwoodassistedliving.com Management Staff Director: Karen Trahan Resident Care Manager: Catherine Diem Marketing Director/ Human Resources: Janaye Birkland Accounting/Purchasing Sade Pimentel Dietary Director: Anthony Frechette Director of Housekeeping: Diana Deno Maintenance Director: Kelly Ferrel Activity Director/Newsletter: Christine Springer Come to the Activity Room to tap your toes and sing along with these talented musicians. Eagle International Ministries Sing-a-long Thursday, May 3 at 10:30 a.m. Gospel worship. The Old Sidekicks Monday, May 7 at 3 p.m. Country, folk and bluegrass. The Loves Thursday, May 3 at 2 p.m. Favorite tunes over the decades. Washington Old Time Fiddlers Friday, May 4 at 3:30 p.m. Country and bluegrass. Two Sweet Violins Friday, May 11 at 11 a.m. Violin Instrumental. The Sound Dogs Friday, May 11 at 3:30 p.m. Traditional country. Senior Moments Monday, May 14 at 1:45 p.m. Timeless music from yesteryear. The Secords Monday, May 14 at 3 p.m. Country western. Silver and Gold Thursday, May 17 at 3 p.m. Country and contemporary. Senior Singers Friday, May 18 at 2:30 p.m. Favorite tunes. Heidi Fivash Monday, May 21 at 3 p.m. Classical piano. Buck Ellard Tuesday, May 29 at 2 p.m. Country western. May 2018 The Sherwood Like to Know 8