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4206 Stammer Place • Nashville, TN 37215 • Phone 615-279-9100 • Fax 615-279-9622
Belmont Village of Green Hills
March 2016
Leadership TeamExecutive Director
(615) 279-9100 ext. [email protected]
Lisa BainDirector of Nursing
(615) 279-9100 ext. [email protected]
Jill KeltonCommunity Relations
(615) 279-9100 ext. [email protected]
Laurie LarsonCommunity Relations
(615) 279-9100 ext. [email protected]
Laurie EvansActivity Program Coord.(615) 279-9100 ext. 104
[email protected] Hendrich
Memory Program Coordinator(615) 279-9100 ext. 107
[email protected] FrostChef Manager
(615) 279-9100 ext. [email protected]
Jamie ForsterHuman Resources Generalist
(615) 279-9100 ext. [email protected]
Terry WallaceBuilding Engineer
(615) 279-9100 ext. [email protected]
Elmo J. Robison, III
We want to welcome Elmo J.Robinson to Belmont Village asour new Executive Director! Heand his family recently moved toTennessee and we are thrilled tohave him leading our “team”!Elmo has extensive experience andis an accomplished senior leaderwith expertise in management,quality management, financialmanagement, programmanagement, and all aspects ofhealthcare administration. He hasproven ability to meet the highestquality standards, exceedcustomer satisfaction expectationsand build successful partnershipsacross multiple groups. Hisoutstanding, highly developedinterpersonal and communicationskills are of great benefit in
working with staff, residents andfamilies.
As a Colonel in the U.S. AirForce, Elmo has served many yearsas a Chief Operating Officer(Expeditionary Medical Plans andPolicy, Administrator and MedicalOperations) with the SurgeonGeneral’s Office headquarters ofthe US Air Force in Washington,D.C., Bagram Air Base inAfghanistan, Virginia, Oklahoma,Colorado Springs and Europe. Hisexperience in working with 75worldwide hospitals and clinics,$5.9 billion budgets, 8500personnel, soldiers and theirfamilies, and expertise with dailyoperations combine to make himwell equipped for the job atBelmont Village!
We are looking forward togetting to know Elmo and seeinghis vision for our communityunfold. Let us all work together incontinued efforts as we enjoyliving each day with joy, love,compassion and purpose!
Residents’ Birthdays3/3 Nicole Shepherd3/4 Ingrid Auten3/5 Bettie Baxter3/6 Bob Radock3/7 Jane Sights3/8 Hilda Ratner3/13 Beverly Vincent3/14 Birdie Brown3/15 Caulie Lukens
Employees’ Birthdays3/2 Kanisha Gilbert3/2 Lisa Bain3/6 Artelia Kelton3/6 Crystal Gibson3/16 Steven Brown3/17 Laurie Larson
Famous Faces Bornin March
March 2, 1962: Jon Bon JoviMarch 4, 1888: Knute RockneMarch 5, 1974: Eva MendesMarch 13, 1956: Dana DelanyMarch 14, 1933: Michael
CaineMarch 19, 1947: Glenn CloseMarch 22, 1976: Reese
WitherspoonMarch 22, 1931: William
ShatnerMarch 26, 1960: Marcus AllenMarch 30, 1968: Celine Dion
Employee of theMonth...LaToya Walker
LaToya Walker (Pal) has been adedicated employee for manyyears at Belmont Village. Her workethic is incredible and her skills asa caregiver are awesome! LaToya iswilling to work on various floorsand shifts as needed. Recently, asLaToya expressed great comfortand love to a family member asshe was grieving her mother’sdeath, it was evident that herencouragement and genuine carewas of great strength to the family.We appreciate you, LaToya!
MBA Club FitnessCome and exercise your mind
and body! MBA classes are led byBelmont Village and Paxxon staff.“Exercise 4 Health” is held daily at9:30 a.m. and the followingafternoon classes are at 2 p.m.:
• Mondays - “Yoga andRelaxation” to improveendurance, strengtheningand creative skills.
• Tuesdays - “Boot Camp” forcardio and strengthening.
• Wednesdays - “RecreationalTherapy Games”emphasizing our fine motorskills, range of motion andstrengthening.
• Thursdays - “Yoga andRelaxation” to improveendurance, strengtheningand creative skills
“Brain Boosters/Trivia” and“Brain Workouts” help to improvememory skills, sequencing, andprocessing.
Springis here!
Warning Signs of aHeart Attack
Some heart attacks are suddenand intense - the “movie heartattack,” where no one doubtswhat’s happening. But most heartattacks start slowly, with mildpain or discomfort. Often peopleaffected aren’t sure what’s wrongand wait too long before gettinghelp. Here are signs that can meana heart attack is happening:
Chest discomfort thatoriginates in the center of thechest lasting more than a fewminutes or that goes away andcomes back. It can feel likeuncomfortable pressure,squeezing, fullness or pain.
Upper body discomfort thatincludes pain in your arms, theback, neck, jaw or stomach.Women are more likely toexperience chest pain with nausea,vomiting, back or jaw pain.
Shortness of breath with orwithout chest discomfort.
Other signs may includebreaking out in a cold sweat,nausea or lightheadedness.
Calling 9-1-1 is almost alwaysthe fastest way to get lifesavingtreatment. Even if you’re not sureit’s a heart attack, have it checkedout.
Alleviate AllergiesFor those who suffer from
seasonal allergies, spring oftenmeans sneezing, congestion anditchy eyes. There are ways to lessenthe symptoms and still enjoy theseason. Here are a few tips:
Keep it clean. Cleaning yourhome will reduce pollen andother allergens. Vacuum and dustregularly, and wash your sheetsweekly. Leave your shoes at thedoor to prevent tracking allergensthroughout your home. Shower orbathe before bed to keep pollenyour hair has gathered throughoutthe day off your pillow.
Be aware outside. Avoid goingoutside on days with particularlyhigh pollen levels. Checkwww.Pollen.com or download asmartphone app that offers regularpollen updates. When outside,wear sunglasses to help keepallergens out of your eyes.
Curb congestion. Eat more spicyfoods to reduce nasal congestion.Chewing gum and eatingpeppermint can also help.Drinking more water and juicewill improve hydration and helpclear nasal passageways.
Consult an allergist. If yourallergies are disruptive to your life,consider seeing a health careprofessional who specializes inallergies. An allergist can help youpinpoint what you are allergic toand offer guidance on whetherprescription medication or allergyshots are right for you.
TransportationSchedule
SundayMorning Church Transportation
MondayDoctors’ Appointments
TuesdayDoctors’ AppointmentsBank Day and Outings
WednesdayDoctors’ Appointments
ThursdayPharmacy and Outings
FridayHair Appointments
SaturdayJewish Religious Services and
Grocery Store
Please schedule alltransportation needs at least
48 hours (or more) in advancewith the Concierge to provide
the best service possible.
Donna (Concierge) andPatricia (Driver)
March 2016TH Town Hall 3F 3rd FloorB Bistro MBA
GR Great Room OutingLC Learning CenterJK Josephine's Kitchen
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
19:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper
Body Workout)10:00 B Good News & Trivia1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club3:30 TH Ambassador Club6:45 TH Bingo
29:30 TH Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Michael Roberts6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
39:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 Trip: Lunch at Logans and Tour
of Lawn and Garden Show2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:30 GR Community Outreach:
Knitting Projects6:45 TH Bingo
49:30 TH *Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:45 LC Devotions1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Dancercise with Laurie
(Broadway Showtunes)3:00 GR March Birthday Party & Music6:45 TH Bingo
59:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 Saturday Drive - (NH)10:30 3F BV CHIME CHOIR with
Carmen2:00 TH Movie Matinee3:30 3F Flower Arranging6:45 TH Bingo
69:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 TH Morning Prayer Service2:00 Sunday Drive3:00 GR Ice Cream Social4:00 TH Communion Service6:45 TH Bingo
79:30 TH Muscle and Toning
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 LC Bible Study w/ Harriet1:00 B Brain Workout1:30 B Joy of Poetry2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:00 TH Old Fashioned Board Games,
Cards, and Snacks4:30 GR Checkers
87:30 B 7:30 - 9:00 Men’s Breakfast
Buffet with Terry9:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper Body
Workout)10:00 B Good News & Trivia
1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club6:45 TH Bingo
99:30 TH Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Pam Weston6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
109:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 Trip: Lunch and Movie2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:30 GR Community Outreach:
Knitting Projects6:45 TH Bingo
119:30 TH *Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:45 LC Devotions1:30 LC Bridge Club2:30 TH Chat with the Chef6:45 TH Bingo
129:30 TH Exercise Class
10:00 Saturday Drive - (NH)10:30 TH BV CHIME CHOIR with
Carmen2:00 TH Movie Matinee3:30 3F Flower Arranging6:45 TH Bingo
139:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 TH Morning Prayer Service2:00 Sunday Drive3:00 GR Ice Cream Social4:00 TH Communion Service6:45 TH Bingo
149:30 TH Muscle and Toning
10:00 TH Healthy Eating Habits:Magnesium and Heart Heath
10:30 LC Bible Study w/ Harriet1:00 B Brain Workout1:30 TH Diabetic Diet Forum3:00 TH Old Fashioned Board Games,
Cards, and Snacks4:30 GR Checkers
159:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper
Body Workout)10:00 B Good News & Trivia1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 3F Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club3:30 TH Creative Craft6:45 TH Bingo
169:30 TH Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Gordon Ellis6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
St. Patrick’s Day 179:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia11:30 JK St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon and
Strolling Musicians2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:30 GR *Community Outreach: Knitting
projects for hospital patients6:45 TH Bingo
189:30 TH *Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:45 LC Devotions1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Dancercise with Laurie
(Broadway Showtunes)6:45 TH Bingo
199:30 TH Exercise Class
10:00 Saturday Drive - (NH)10:30 TH BV CHIME CHOIR with
Carmen2:00 TH Movie Matinee3:30 3F Flower Arranging6:45 TH Bingo
209:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 TH Morning Prayer Service2:00 Sunday Drive3:00 GR Ice Cream Social4:00 TH Communion Service6:45 TH Bingo
219:30 TH Muscle and Toning
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 LC Bible Study w/ Harriet1:00 B Brain Workout1:30 B Joy of Poetry2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:00 TH Old Fashioned Board Games,
Cards, and Snacks4:30 GR Checkers
229:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper
Body Workout)10:00 B Women of History Trivia11:30 TH RED HAT SOCIETY Lunch1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club6:45 TH Bingo
239:30 3F Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Debi and Neil6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
249:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 Trip: Lunch at Japanese
Steakhouse2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:00 TH Belmont Culinarians: Cooking
Demo with Enrichment Leaders3:30 GR Outreach: Knitting Projects6:45 TH Bingo
259:30 TH *Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:45 LC Devotions1:30 LC Bridge Club3:00 TH Creative Craft: Ceramics
with Jude6:45 TH Bingo
269:30 TH Exercise Class
10:00 Saturday Drive - (NH)10:30 TH BV CHIME CHOIR with
Carmen2:00 TH Movie Matinee3:30 3F Flower Arranging6:45 TH Bingo
Easter 279:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 TH Morning Prayer Service11:00 JK 11:00-1:00 Easter Brunch
and Music2:00 Sunday Drive3:00 GR Ice Cream Social4:00 TH Communion Service6:45 TH Bingo
289:30 TH Muscle and Toning
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 LC Bible Study w/ Harriet1:00 B Brain Workout1:30 B Joy of Poetry2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:00 TH Resident Council4:30 GR Checkers
299:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper
Body Workout)10:00 B Good News & Trivia11:30 TH MBA LUNCHEON
1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club6:45 TH Bingo
309:30 TH Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Mark Edwards6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
319:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 Trip: Lunch at Mere Bulles2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:30 GR Community Outreach:
Knitting Projects6:45 TH Bingo
March 2016TH Town Hall 3F 3rd FloorB Bistro MBA
GR Great Room OutingLC Learning CenterJK Josephine's Kitchen
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
19:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper
Body Workout)10:00 B Good News & Trivia1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club3:30 TH Ambassador Club6:45 TH Bingo
29:30 TH Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Michael Roberts6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
39:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 Trip: Lunch at Logans and Tour
of Lawn and Garden Show2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:30 GR Community Outreach:
Knitting Projects6:45 TH Bingo
49:30 TH *Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:45 LC Devotions1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Dancercise with Laurie
(Broadway Showtunes)3:00 GR March Birthday Party & Music6:45 TH Bingo
59:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 Saturday Drive - (NH)10:30 3F BV CHIME CHOIR with
Carmen2:00 TH Movie Matinee3:30 3F Flower Arranging6:45 TH Bingo
69:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 TH Morning Prayer Service2:00 Sunday Drive3:00 GR Ice Cream Social4:00 TH Communion Service6:45 TH Bingo
79:30 TH Muscle and Toning
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 LC Bible Study w/ Harriet1:00 B Brain Workout1:30 B Joy of Poetry2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:00 TH Old Fashioned Board Games,
Cards, and Snacks4:30 GR Checkers
87:30 B 7:30 - 9:00 Men’s Breakfast
Buffet with Terry9:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper Body
Workout)10:00 B Good News & Trivia
1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club6:45 TH Bingo
99:30 TH Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Pam Weston6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
109:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 Trip: Lunch and Movie2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:30 GR Community Outreach:
Knitting Projects6:45 TH Bingo
119:30 TH *Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:45 LC Devotions1:30 LC Bridge Club2:30 TH Chat with the Chef6:45 TH Bingo
129:30 TH Exercise Class
10:00 Saturday Drive - (NH)10:30 TH BV CHIME CHOIR with
Carmen2:00 TH Movie Matinee3:30 3F Flower Arranging6:45 TH Bingo
139:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 TH Morning Prayer Service2:00 Sunday Drive3:00 GR Ice Cream Social4:00 TH Communion Service6:45 TH Bingo
149:30 TH Muscle and Toning
10:00 TH Healthy Eating Habits:Magnesium and Heart Heath
10:30 LC Bible Study w/ Harriet1:00 B Brain Workout1:30 TH Diabetic Diet Forum3:00 TH Old Fashioned Board Games,
Cards, and Snacks4:30 GR Checkers
159:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper
Body Workout)10:00 B Good News & Trivia1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 3F Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club3:30 TH Creative Craft6:45 TH Bingo
169:30 TH Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Gordon Ellis6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
St. Patrick’s Day 179:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia11:30 JK St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon and
Strolling Musicians2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:30 GR *Community Outreach: Knitting
projects for hospital patients6:45 TH Bingo
189:30 TH *Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:45 LC Devotions1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Dancercise with Laurie
(Broadway Showtunes)6:45 TH Bingo
199:30 TH Exercise Class
10:00 Saturday Drive - (NH)10:30 TH BV CHIME CHOIR with
Carmen2:00 TH Movie Matinee3:30 3F Flower Arranging6:45 TH Bingo
209:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 TH Morning Prayer Service2:00 Sunday Drive3:00 GR Ice Cream Social4:00 TH Communion Service6:45 TH Bingo
219:30 TH Muscle and Toning
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 LC Bible Study w/ Harriet1:00 B Brain Workout1:30 B Joy of Poetry2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:00 TH Old Fashioned Board Games,
Cards, and Snacks4:30 GR Checkers
229:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper
Body Workout)10:00 B Women of History Trivia11:30 TH RED HAT SOCIETY Lunch1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club6:45 TH Bingo
239:30 3F Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Debi and Neil6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
249:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 Trip: Lunch at Japanese
Steakhouse2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:00 TH Belmont Culinarians: Cooking
Demo with Enrichment Leaders3:30 GR Outreach: Knitting Projects6:45 TH Bingo
259:30 TH *Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:45 LC Devotions1:30 LC Bridge Club3:00 TH Creative Craft: Ceramics
with Jude6:45 TH Bingo
269:30 TH Exercise Class
10:00 Saturday Drive - (NH)10:30 TH BV CHIME CHOIR with
Carmen2:00 TH Movie Matinee3:30 3F Flower Arranging6:45 TH Bingo
Easter 279:30 3F Exercise Class
10:00 TH Morning Prayer Service11:00 JK 11:00-1:00 Easter Brunch
and Music2:00 Sunday Drive3:00 GR Ice Cream Social4:00 TH Communion Service6:45 TH Bingo
289:30 TH Muscle and Toning
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 LC Bible Study w/ Harriet1:00 B Brain Workout1:30 B Joy of Poetry2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:00 TH Resident Council4:30 GR Checkers
299:30 TH Exercise 4 Health (Upper
Body Workout)10:00 B Good News & Trivia11:30 TH MBA LUNCHEON
1:30 LC Bridge Club2:00 TH Boot Camp (Cardio)2:30 LC Book Club6:45 TH Bingo
309:30 TH Exercise Class
10:15 LC Inspirational Study1:00 B Brain Workout2:00 3F Recreational Games3:00 JK Wine, Cheese, and Music by
Mark Edwards6:30 TH “Meeting St. John Today”
Class with Rev. Jay Pierce
319:30 TH Exercise 4 Health
10:00 B Good News & Trivia10:30 Trip: Lunch at Mere Bulles2:00 TH *Yoga and Relaxation3:30 GR Community Outreach:
Knitting Projects6:45 TH Bingo
Ambassador ClubTUESDAY, Mar. 1, at
3:30 p.m. in Town HallMen’s Breakfast (R.O.M.E.O.
Club)TUESDAY, Mar. 8
7:30am - 9:00am in BistroRed Hat Society
TUESDAY, Mar. 22, at11:30 a.m. in Town Hall
CHIME CHOIRSATURDAYS
10:30 a.m. in Town HallMarch Birthday Party & MusicFRIDAY, March 4 @ 3:00 in GR
St. Patrick’s Day Lunch& Music
THURSDAY, Mar. 1711:00am - 1:00pm in JK
Book ClubTUESDAYS at 2:30 p.m. in
Town HallEaster Brunch and Music
SUNDAY, Mar. 2711:00am - 1:00pm in JK
MBA LuncheonTUESDAY, Mar. 29, at
11:30 a.m. in Town HallResident Council Meeting
MONDAY, Mar. 28, at 3 p.m.
Dancercise ClassCome and join Laurie on
Friday, March 4 and 18 at2:00p.m. for Dancercise. Wewill learn fun choreographywith top hats and canes (insitting positions) to BroadwayShowtunes. Here’s the bestpart - We will use every area ofour brains and have a greattime together!
Super Bowl PartyResidents enjoyed cheering
their teams to victory at the SuperBowl Party! The fun began, snacksand chicken wings were servedand everyone watched theBroncos and Panthers on the bigscreen TV with surround sound.Special thanks to Elizabeth forbeing a great hostess!
Joel and Elizabeth
Neighborhood and Circleof Friends
The Circle of Friends enjoyedparticipating with Assisted Livingresidents in Old Fashioned BoardGames and Cards in the TownHall recently. We ate snacks andreminisced of fun times withfamily and friends as we playedfavorite games. The COF enjoyeda trip to Children’s Theatre to seea play based on the life of RosaParks. It was inspiring!
Irwin plays his own version ofcheckers!
Save Your VisionThere’s more to March than
shamrocks and basketballtournaments. It’s also Save YourVision Month. Sponsored by theAmerican Optometric Association,this annual campaign reminds usof the importance of eye healthand regular eye exams.
It’s said that the eyes are thewindows to the soul, but they canalso be the windows to potentialhealth problems. That’s why it isimportant to schedule a yearlyexam. Regular visits to an eyedoctor will not only ensure yourprescriptions for eyeglasses arecurrent, but also check for signs ofconditions like cataracts andglaucoma. The early warning signsof other health concerns, such asdiabetes or high blood pressureand high cholesterol, can also bedetected by an eye exam.
In addition to regular visitswith an eye care professional,protect your vision by eating ahealthy diet that includes plentyof fruits and vegetables, usingappropriate lighting for readingand tasks, and protecting youreyes from harmful ultraviolet rays.
St. Patrick’s Day HistorySt. Patrick’s Day, celebrated
each March 17, marks the date thepatron saint and national apostleof Ireland died, after 40 years ofmissionary work, in 461 A.D.Legend and myth surround St.Patrick, who was said to havefreed Ireland of snakes. His use ofIreland’s sacred three-leafshamrock to symbolize the holytrinity is a well-known story.
Patricius Magonus Sucatus wasborn around 390 A.D. to Romancitizens in Britain. Toiling as ashepherd, Patrick found comfortin religion. After six years, Patrickescaped, journeying homehundreds of miles over land andsea. Now devout, he studied forthe priesthood, was ordained abishop and returned to Ireland tospread Christianity.
In the fifth century, Patrickbuilt churches, ordained priestsand converted thousands of Irishpeople. The wandering bishophad a knack for combiningChristianity and Irish culture,easing the transition for converts.A tireless missionary, Patrick washonored as a saint not long afterhis death.
Weight and BloodPressure Screening
With NursesSecond Wednesday
1:30 p.m. in TH
Please schedule alltransportation needs 48 hoursor more in advance with theconcierge to provide the best
service possible.
Paxxon HealthcareServices
Clinicians specializing ingeriatrics with the goal of
therapy to get you as strong andindependent as possible!
Physical Therapy, OccupationalTherapy, Speech Therapy
Wit & Wisdom“In the spring, I have counted136 different kinds of weather
inside of 24 hours.”—Mark Twain
“In the spring, at the end of theday, you should smell like dirt.”
—Margaret Atwood“If I had my life to live over, Iwould start barefoot earlier in
the spring and stay that way laterin the fall.”
—Nadine Stair
Village Scene
Snowy day in the courtyard... Daisy calls bingo! 2nd floor balcony view...
Trip to Antique Car Museum Fun with Ceramics: Ashley and Pearl Doris at Ceramics Class
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