At Arlington Place. We eat in and out!- Thanks to easy transportation and hands on staff. We can dine out with friends. We are apart of a community- Residents stuff eggs for the Grundy Center Easter Egg Hunt We live out our life with purpose. Steve spends time with kids from the YMCA crafting some door décor. We enjoy the comforts of home- Residents enjoy whipping up their own tried and true recipes to share! We open our doors. If you are interested in learning more about life at Arlington Place, stop in or contact me for a tour! We welcome new friends and neighbors with open arms. A home at Arlington Place is not just four walls and a safe place from the storm. Arlington Place is a community. Although we are currently a FULL HOUSE! We have a waiting list and want to get YOU on it! Ask me how today! Briget Meyer Community Relations Coordinator (319) 824-5674
Life Enrichment Coordinator- Lenah Oltman There is almost too much to celebrate in May! First and foremost, Nurse Appreciation. Arlington Place would not be able to function without our nurse! We will be celebrating our Nurse, Jen, on May 7th with a little get to know your during our grill out and Ice Cream Social. Thank all the nurses in your life, not just for one week in May but for each and everything they do for each and everyone of us! We have a few things happenings at Arlington Place that would be even better with family, friends and community involvement. Check out our Happening at Arlington! -Lenah Culinary Coordinator- Christina Mulnix It s finally Spring, is everyone getting out in this warm weather! We ve done some fun events in April which have included a build your own burger bar with all the toppings and a Waffle and yogurt bar at Breakfast. We will be grilling out on the patio soon. How fun will that be! I m always looking for new salad recipes. If you have one and you would like to share, please email me the recipe at culinarygc@arlingtonplaceretirement.com I will certainly make it and I m sure are Residents will enjoy eating it. Health Care Coordinator Jen Speiker, RN May celebrates Arthritis Month. Arthritis affect 23% of women and 18% of men. An Arthritis diagnoses is a difficult and emotional time. Each person s Arthritis journey will be different. However creating some healthy habits early on can help you successfully manage the disease. Be organize. Keep track of symptoms as related to diet, exercise, and medications for reporting to your doctor. Manage your pain. Along with your medication regimen, be looking for natural remedies to help you deal with the daily pain. Stay active. Of course, being in pain makes it difficult to want to move about. However exercise can strengthen muscles that support painful joints and preserve range of motion. Staying active will also help you sleep better and feel overall better. Maintaining a healthy diet. Adding foods with anti-inflammatory properties can help control pain levels. A balanced diet can help you maintain or achieve a healthy weight as well. Most importantly, listen to your body. If your joints are painful, swollen, or stiff give yourself some rest. This is the time to lighten that to do list and ask for help. As always, I am here for anything you need! -Jen Christina s Culinary Corner -Christina s Culinary Corner Want to know more? Check out the Arthritis Foundation!
Moriah Kanagy Resident Assistant Moriah has been at Arlington Place for a year and a half. She began her career as a part time 2nd shift and has worked her way up to full time 3rd shift. Getting to know residents, while caring for them is Moriah s favorite part of her work night. Moriah has found that she truly enjoys the life of a night owl. She believes late night chats are some of the best conversations to be had. Moriah moved to Grundy Center from Colorado when she was 3 years old. She was homeschooled with her brother and two sisters until she was in 8th grade. She graduated from Grundy Center Highschool. Moriah has attended Hawkeye Community College towards a lab tech degree. She is looking to attend college in the future towards a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) degree. When Moriah is not working or achieving academic greatness, she is spending time with friends or with her rambunctious black cat named Kida. Manager- Kaylene Hoskins Spring is here?? The robins think so. Hopefully Old Man Winter will decide to take a vacation soon and let the sun shine. I had the opportunity to attend the Brain Works conference sponsored by the Alzheimer s Association. It was a great learning day and a wonderful chance to network with colleagues from like-minded communities. We share ideas and tips that work. Sometimes that is the best learning opportunity. We strive as a team to work with all the residents to assist them to have the best experience and home here at Arlington Place. You as family and friends are a big part of their lives. There is nothing better than hearing the laughter of families and friends as you visit. May brings about many opportunities for celebration. Confirmations, Graduations, Mother s Day, & Memorial Day. National Nurses Week is May 6-12. We are especially proud to honor our Healthcare Coordinator, Jennifer Spieker, R.N. Jenn works not only with residents but staff so that they are properly trained in resident cares. She is dedicated to making sure the health of our residents is a top priority. Thanks, Jenn for all you do. Please give all the nurses in your lives a Thank YOU for the work they do. Here s to Sunshine and beautiful gardens. Kaylene Hoskins, Manager Blessings to you, Kaylene Hoskins, Manager
Where Does It Hurt? Pain Management in People with Dementia By Ava M. Stinnett As you know, the term dementia describes a group of symptoms that affects memory and thinking and social ability severely enough to interfere with daily functioning. Alzheimer s disease is the most common cause of progressive dementia in older adults, but there are several other causes, including Parkinson s disease and vascular dementia. As the disease advances, it may become difficult for your loved one to articulate what is causing them pain, making it easy for their complaints to be overlooked by doctors or caregivers. Over the years, there has been a lack of clarity about whether people with dementia feel as much pain as those without a cognitive disorder. Researchers have been learning about the pain levels of those who cannot speak for themselves. A Slovenian study conducted by Dr. Martin Rakusa (2016) compared pain levels of those who could communicate with those who could not. He concluded that Cognitively impaired individuals or individuals with dementia evidently articulate their complaints less frequently. We therefore have to do more than just ask them about possible pain; we have to actively examine them to determine whether they are experiencing pain. When pain cannot be communicated verbally, it becomes critical for caregivers to watch body language in order to provide adequate care. The Pain Assessment in Advanced Dementia (PAINAD) scale can help assess pain levels in persons with dementia. First, look at your loved one s breathing. Is it normal? Is there occasional and/or labored breathing? Next, be aware of occasional moans or groans, crying, or repeated calling out. What does the facial expression tell you? Facial grimacing, frowning, or displaying a sad or frightened look can indicate the need for pain relief. Additionally, appearing tense or distressed with clenched fists, pulling away from touch, or pacing/fidgeting often indicates the need for some type of intervention. A physician or caregiver should monitor changes over time and in response to treatment to determine changes in pain. Because of their declining brain function, people with dementia are less able to communicate what hurts. Lab tests and a physical exam can help a physician determine the cause of pain. However, be persistent in encouraging the physician or caregiver to observe behavioral changes such as restlessness, agitation, vocalizations, and even a faster heart rate. This will result in better treatment of pain and improved quality of life. Sources Martin, R. (2016). Overlooked chronic pain in diabetic patients with cognitive impairment. Presented: 2nd Congress of the European Academy of Neurology, Copenhagen, Denmark, 2016. Warden, V., Hurley A.C., and Volicer, V. (2003). Development and psychometric evaluation of the Pain Assessment in Advanced Dementia (PAINAD) Scale. J Am Med Dir Assoc, 4:9-15. Developed at the New England Geriatric Research Education & Clinical Center, Bedford VAMC, MA. Is it time to talk about moving your loved one into Memory Care?? As of May 1st, Arlington Place s Memory Care is full. Our Memory care is a secure unit with a private studio apartment with their own bathroom, tailored socialization activities, music therapy and delicious food prepared by our chef. Call 319-824-5674 for a tour, complimentary meal and gift, and to ask how to get on our waiting list.
Arlington Place Contacts Manager: Kaylene Hoskins 319-824-5674 managergc@arlingtonplaceretirement.com Health Care Coordinator: Jen Spieker, RN 319-415-0366 nursegc@arlingtonplaceretirement.com Community Relations Coordinator: Briget Meyer 319-824-5674 admingc@arlingtonplacreretirement.com Birthdays Residents: Ordie Eekhoff May 3 Stephen Klinghammer May 10 Jean Loots May 23 Life Enrichment Coordinator: Lenah Oltman 319-610-5624 lifeenrichmentgc@arlingtonplaceretirement.com Culinary Coordinator: Christina Mulnix 319-230-6762 culinarygc@arlingtonplaceretirement.com Maintenance Coordinator: Larry Mckinnon 515-971-2697 Lead Resident Assistant: Darren Oltman 319-239-2786 darr3no207@yahoo.com We re here! We re there! We re Everywhere! If you are interested in an Arlington Place outing, contact Life Enrichment Coordinator, Lenah Oltman for a seat on our bus! Embracing Every Moment We re rolling out the Red Carpet for You!
Open to the Public Many of our activities are FREE and OPEN to the public. Bingo? Adult Coloring? Book Club? If you are looking for a great time with some great people please do not hesitate to call or stop by! (319) 824-5674 and ask for Lenah Oltman. Music Speaks Therapy Mondays 2:00 pm Open to the Public Senior Fitness Free & Open to the Public Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:15 am Arlington Place Photo Gallery. We take photos as a return ticket to a moment otherwise gone. -Anonymous
Arlington Place 95 D Avenue Grundy Center, IA 50638 PLACE STAMP HERE Notes & Reminders ~Resident Referrals: If a resident referral results in a move-in. That resident will receive $500 off a month of rent. ~ If you would like to receive the Newsletter and Calendar by email please send us your email address at lifeenrichmentgc@arlingtonplaceretirement.com ~ We are looking for individuals to volunteer with activities at Arlington Place. Please call Life Enrichment Coordinator, Lenah Oltman at 319-824-5674 if you are interested in learning about volunteer opportunities. ~ Senior dining is offered at Arlington Place Monday through Friday at noon. Any one may join us for a meal for $6 a person. Please call in advance for reservations, 319-824-5674 and ask to speak with Christina.