New Brighton Care Center and Senior Suites of New Brighton October 2012 Newsletter HALLOWEEN MEMORIES -2011

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1 New Brighton Care Center and Senior Suites of New Brighton October 2012 Newsletter HALLOWEEN MEMORIES

Dear Family and Friends, New Brighton Care Center & Senior Suites Assisted Living offers E-Mail service via our website.

Staying connected has never been easier. Please try it out and pass the information onto others! How it works- Visit our website: www.newbrightoncarecenter.

You can now also send photos that will be attached to your message that is delivered to the resident. Directions on how to send photos will be available once you send a message.

- 1 : 0 0 p m u n t i l d o n e. L a d i e s H a i r C u t - $14.00 S t y l e ( s e t o n l y ) $ 1 4. 0 0 S h a m p o o a n d s e t - $15.00 R i n s e $ 1. 0 0 * C o l o r $ 3 4.

2 Dear Family and Friends, New Brighton Care Center & Senior Suites Assisted Living offers service via our website. The purpose of this service is to provide an easy and time saving way, for family and friends of residents at either of our care campus locations to send messages. Staying connected has never been easier. Please try it out and pass the information onto others! How it works- Visit our website: On the lower right corner of the page there is a button for Resident . Once you click that button it will take you to the Resident page. Follow the directions on the page. You can now also send photos that will be attached to your message that is delivered to the resident. Directions on how to send photos will be available once you send a message. We have already had wonderful participation Thanks a lot, Ryan Chies, Assistant Administrator. Beauty Shop Hours: M o n. 8 : 3 0 a m u n t i l d o n e. W e d s. A n d T h u r s. - 1 : 0 0 p m u n t i l d o n e. L a d i e s H a i r C u t - $14.00 S t y l e ( s e t o n l y ) $ S h a m p o o a n d s e t - $15.00 R i n s e $ * C o l o r $ P e r m a n e n t o n l y - $39.00 P e r m a n e n t a n d C u t - $50.00 M e n s H a i r C u t - $10.00 Church Services Blessed Hope Baptist Service: 1 st Sunday of the month Christ the King Church: 2 nd Tuesday of the month New Brighton Christian Church: 3 rd Sunday of the month St. John the Baptist Catholic Church: 1 st, 2 nd, and 3 rd Tuesday s Families please set up an account in the Business office or obtain a gift certificate for beauty shop services. To better serve you, please notify staff, or call in advance for services you wish to have done. <<<<<NOTICE>>>>> Please join us for a Family Council meeting on October 14th, 2012, at 2:00pm in the dining room. Topic of interest is What is Dementia? Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to: Those residents who may be missing clothing items, the unmarked clothing from laundry will be in the downstairs entry by the Pepsi machine from Oct. 1 st to Oct. 14 th. 2

Resident Birthdays: Hazel A. 10/4 John G. 10/7 Lucy K. 10/10 Vernice S. 10/11 Marie P. 10/20 Joan H. 10/23 Louise P.

3 Tribute to LUCY K. Who turns 107 years old! Staff would like to acknowledge the memories of the following residents who passed away- Janet Provost Peggy Wheeler Clara Janz May they rest In peace. Resident Birthdays: Hazel A. 10/4 John G. 10/7 Lucy K. 10/10 Vernice S. 10/11 Marie P. 10/20 Joan H. 10/23 Louise P. 10/27 Ruthanne T 10/28 OCTOBER SPECIAL EVENTS: 10/3 Resident Council Meeting 10/11 Birthday party with Barbershop Quartet 10/12 Popcorn! 10/14 Family Council Meeting 10/17 Popcorn! 10/23 Absentee Voting for President 10/26 Cupcake Decorating Contest! 10/29 Jingo! 10/29 Mary s Kids Piano Recital 10/30 Halloween Piñata! 10/31 Halloween Party and Music with Ralph!

4 RESIDENT COUNCIL MINUTES September 2012 The meeting was held on Wednesday September 5, Residents who were present: Dawn H., Lillian C., Millie S., Mary P., Marie P., Dorothy D., Marion N., Joe C. Staff who were present: Shelly M., Margaret T., Monique B. The meeting was called to order by Dawn H., Millie S. Residents were informed of upcoming events for September. Residents didn t voice any new ideas for activities, when asked. Any concerns they might of had were directed to proper departments. Residents are encouraged to speak directly to the DON/ADON about any concerns or issues with nursing throughout the month. Also, any concerns in dietary they may speak directly to the Dietary Manager about them. Meal of the month: Chef Salad, with eggs, carrots, radishes, tomatoes, croutons, ranch dressing, bran muffin and apple pie with a side of cheddar cheese. Resident of the month for September is; Jean G. #5-6 bill of rights were read to the residents. Meeting was adjourned at 3:30pm with Ruth T. and Mary P. closing. Next meeting is scheduled for October 3, 2012 at 2:30pm. Ombudsman: Sally Schoephoerster # HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 4

October 2012 From the desk of the Administrator - Michael R. Chies The older you get the more you understand the dynamics of politics and that everyone has an opinion.

5 October 2012 From the desk of the Administrator - Michael R. Chies The older you get the more you understand the dynamics of politics and that everyone has an opinion. With the upcoming November elections everyone should remember that the world is run by those that show up. In many cases, our opinions and beliefs are formed upon our families beliefs, life s experiences and the perceptions we have gained as we have aged. We recently have had the honor of having both the incumbent Senator from the New Brighton area and the Republican candidate who is running against her speak at the facility. Barb Goodwin is the current State Senator for New Brighton and Gina Bauman is the republican running against her. I had an opportunity to meet and talk to both candidates at a small gathering of residents and staff at the facility. Both candidates are smart and energetic, but CLEAR differences came to light as I pressed them for some answers. Sure there are many divisive and controversial issues that are important for each, but the questions I asked were non political and were social/ human issues relating to adequate funding for Minnesota s Skilled Nursing Facilities, like the New Brighton Care Center. When asked about the impact of the continued FIVE YEAR rate freeze for Minnesota s Skilled Nursing Facilities the responses provided clearly identified which candidate understands the depth and scope of the reimbursement problem. Barb Goodwin understands the negative impact that the continued five year rate freeze has had on providers like us. She clearly understands that it has become nearly impossible after FIVE YEARS of frozen Medical Assistance rates to provide the level and quality of services our residents expect and deserve. She understands that the AVERAGE operating margin for a Skilled Nursing Facility is a negative 5%. She further stated that she will work with us and our trade association to address this major problem. We operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and we get NO snow days off. Gina Bauman on the other hand lacks any clear understanding of this problem and rather than understanding the actual FACTS, she suggested that they need to understand the problem better!!!! While I am sure that Gina is a nice person, her response was a continuation of the lack of social sensitivity for the importance of what we do here each and every day, similar to actions I had observed under our past Governor, Tim Pawlenty. After all, it was under the leadership of the past Governor that our rates became frozen and remain frozen to this day. While the State had financial difficulties, they tried to balance the budget on the backs of Minnesota s Skilled Nursing Facilities. Gina stated that she was a past business owner for six years, but blamed the bank for calling in her loan because they stated she was not making enough. I have been a New Brighton Business Owner for OVER 38 years and yes, the bankers will not like you very much if you cannot make enough money to cover your costs. That is my concern, it s no different for us Gina. At this point in time, my support goes to Barbara Goodwin for her willingness to listen and understand the negative impact the CONTINUED rate freeze is having on Minnesota s Skilled Nursing Facilities. I welcome Gina to step up to the plate on this very important issue in a manner that demonstrates she actually understands the problem. Very little further studying is required IF you have the compassion and willingness to understand what the FACTS already say. This is neither a Democratic or Republican issue, it is an American/Minnesota issue. If you trust us enough to take care of your love one, please pay attention since this is an issue that MUST be resolved THIS SESSION. Are the jobs we do important enough for YOU to speak to YOUR LEGISLATORS? I would hope so. 5

O N E W B R I G H T O N C A R E C E N T E R & S E N I O R S U I T E S A S S I S T E D L I V I N G In House Ancillary Services: Podiatry, Hearing & Eye Care, Dental Intensive Rehabilitative Services:

newbrightoncarecenter.com NBCC Staff email: admin@northcitieshealthcare.com Just A Reminder When bringing in clothing for your family, please remember to mark their names on them.

6 O N E W B R I G H T O N C A R E C E N T E R & S E N I O R S U I T E S A S S I S T E D L I V I N G In House Ancillary Services: Podiatry, Hearing & Eye Care, Dental Intensive Rehabilitative Services: Physical and Occupational Therapy, Speech/Language Pathology Therapeutic Recreation, Progressive Long & Short Term/Assisted Living Suites /Hospice Care 651) Website: NBCC Staff admin@northcitieshealthcare.com Just A Reminder When bringing in clothing for your family, please remember to mark their names on them. If you should need a marker, ask any staff and they can get you one to use. When ordering a newspaper for your family member, please call the newspaper of your choice, and inform the business office so we can ensure delivery. In room materials are available from the Activities department such as books, games, puzzle books, cards, talking radio s, cd s, movie s, greeting cards and stationary. You can buy stamps and batteries from the business office, during business hours. Your family Ministers are welcome to come visit family members at anytime. Geriatric Massages are available by contacting Randy Lamb at Facility contacts: Administrator.. Michael Chies Ph # Assistant Administrator. Ryan Chies Ph # Director of Nursing Jean Kittelson Ph # Assistant Director of Nursing. Sarah Erickson Ph # Social Service Director Joni Mudge Ph # Nutritional Services Director. Leona Lemm Ph # Medical Records. Lisa Hoag Ph # Resident Accounts Darlene Dupre Ph # Housekeeping/Laundry Janell Canchola Ph # Maintenance Brady Chies Ph # Activity Director/Volunteer Coordinator Shelly Maxwell Ph # Address: New Brighton Care Center th Ave. N.W. New Brighton, MN

CHARLENE B. And EJVIND H.

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