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Lakeland Health Care Center
1922 County Road NN
Elkhorn, WI 53121
Upcoming Events
BOOKS ARE FUN BOOK-
FAIR
November 1st & 2nd
A fundraiser luncheon will be
held on Thursday, during the
Bookfair.
FASHION SHOW
NOVEMBER 6TH
Goodwill Industries will
present a spectacular fash-
ion show on FASHION
THROUGH THE DEC-
ADES at 2:00 p.m. This is a
fascinating and fun event to
look at the clothes and styles
we have worn from our
younger years to current.
CRAFT FAIR
NOVEMBER 16TH
This annual event has excellent
gift buying potential. From
hand-made mittens, hats,
aprons, and dish towels to
baked goods, potted plants,
jewelry, Tupperware and
Tastefully Simple products and
much, more… Don’t forget the
drawing for the Kindle Fire at
3pm—tickets are still available!
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
December 9th
Come have breakfast with Jolly
Old St. Nick!
Adults $6.00
Children $4.00
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Heart of the Home Lakeland Health Care Center
Our Mission
Our Mission is to provide superior care which enhances quality of life and supports the independence of
all of our residents. We are dedicated to the citizens of Walworth County, offering a comfortable home-
like environment in a financially responsible manner. With the support of dedicated staff and volun-
teers, our knowledgeable team assists each resident to attain the highest practical physical, mental and
psychosocial well being through a variety of specialized programs.
October/November 2012
Staff Administrator
Bernadette Janiszewski
Director of Nursing
Wendy Kujawa
Admissions Coordinator
Elena Rosenthal
Business Office
Supervisor
Sharon Annen
Therapeutic Recreation
Coordinator
Lynette Kasper
Clinical Dietician/Quality
Operations Manager
Barbara Kropacek
Nurse Managers
Anne Simpson (Memory)
Robin Licht (Medical)
Social Workers
Molly Maguire-Reek
Dawn Hudson
Board of Trustees Jerry Grant– Chair
Tim Schiefelbein– Vice Chair
Ken Monroe
Joe Schaefer
Tim Brellenthin
Administrators Corner
By: Bernie Janiszewski
I Know, It’s Too Early To Talk About The Holidays
I readily admit that I am annoyed when I see Christmas
decorations in October. I don’t see a need to send an
e-mail to friends reminding them that Christmas is only
57 days away. On the other hand, as I address my
Christmas cards late at night on December 20th,
I always vow to start earlier the following year. Whether you are an early bird or a
night owl, it’s important to remind you that we have many life safety regulations that
we must follow.
As a skilled nursing facility, we must abide by all federal and state regulations. As you
and your family prepare to decorate your room, please remember that live ever-
greens and ferns are not permitted. We are not allowed to use door hangers for deco-
rations and only one strand of lights is allowed on a tree. In other words, regulations
do not allow daisy chaining Christmas lights. The use of one electrical extension cord
and power strip plug is acceptable during the ninety day period surrounding Christ-
mas day. Although all of these rules seem cumbersome, over the years I’ve come to
appreciate the need to follow strict fire guidelines in order to keep residents, guests
and employees safe. I’ve seen beautifully decorated rooms, even when family and
friends stay within the strict guidelines. Please feel free to contact me if you have
questions regarding what is and what is not permissible in the long term care environ-
ment.
Memory Care Update By: Anne Simpson RN, BSN
Memory Care Manager
Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease held in Lake Geneva Sep-
tember 15, 2012…
What a success!!! If you have not participated in this
event, you are missing a great experience. This year we
really made it special here at LHCC. With the help of vi-
brant and active people working together, we were able
to boost facility participation and donations to this worthy
cause. LHCC had a dozen walkers this year, all wearing a
NEW T-Shirt. We designed and made T-Shirts for those
that walked. Residents and Staff on Aster West were in-
volved in this enthusiastic event. We made 25 tie-dye t-
shirts on Wednesday, September 12, just before the sup-
per meal. If you were visiting—you know we had a great
time! It is always a great time when our residents and
staff can participate in activities together.
We are looking to the future…with resident centered care
and care direction changes designed specifically for those
with dementia. We have already implemented aroma-
therapy, used sound machines or “white noise” for a com-
forting, restful experience, and we continue to make envi-
ronmental changes to provide a safe, friendly, and com-
fortable environment for our residents. As the number of
those affected by Alzheimer’s and other types of demen-
tia increases…so do our hopes and ideas. Our staff have
always been creative and focused on thinking “outside
the box”. We have used items from our own homes to
provide things residents are familiar with from their work
and life history. For example, cable, locks, nuts and bolts
for a man who enjoyed tinkering, a briefcase for a man
who carried one every day during his working years, a doll
for the woman who raised 8 children, and the list goes on
and on. We have a CD player with soothing music or
sounds of nature playing in the entrance to the Memory
Care households for everyone’s enjoyment.
Opportunities and experiences open up daily…we are
looking at many. Hopes for the future include continued
growth in the area of social interactions with the commu-
nity and individual touch therapy. We hope you will join
us in these adventures as we strive to enhance programs
to care for our residents.
Alzheimer’s Walk By: Elena Rosenthal,
Admissions Coordinator
September 15 was a beautiful day to spend walking
around Lake Geneva with friends, family and co-
workers; but what made it more special were all
the people walking among us, people remember-
ing and honoring loved ones diagnosed with Alzhei-
mer’s and other dementias, and people committed
to making a difference.
Lakeland Health Care Center has participated in
the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzhei-
mer’s for the past several years, but this year we
stood out! More than a dozen people signed up to
be part of Lakeland Health Care Center’s team,
each person wearing a custom created team shirt
tie-dyed with the assistance of the Aster West resi-
dents. But our unity and dedication didn’t stop
there!
Our team and supporters surpassed expectations
by raising a whopping $2,225 to help end
Alzheimer’s!!
We are so proud of everyone that participated, do-
nated, and expressed interest in this important
event! Together, we will make a difference!
Way to go team LHCC!!!
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Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsor Bronze Sponsors
Season’s Hospice Jequitta Molot
Rehab Care Therapy ( Kindred Health Care)
Band Box Cleaners and Laundry
J. Patrick Smith DDS Elkhorn Chemical Precision Plus Inc. Seymour Kremer Koch & Lochowicz
Stinebrinks Lake Geneva Foods
Ed and Christine Scaro Lakeshore Res-
piratory Tasch Motors
Thank you to the following business and establishments for donations for the silent auction
and/or raffle:
Annie’s Burgertown, Bodi’s Bake Shop, Brewers Baseball, Casey’s General Store, Charley O’s,
Clear Water Outdoors, Corners Inn Bar and Grill, Flemmings Irish Imports , Green Bay Pack-
ers Organization, Hafs Road Orchard, John Patrick Smith DDS, Kunes Country Ford, Larducci’s
Pizza, Lauderdale Lakes Country Club, Millie’s Restaurant, Milwaukee Admirals, Milwaukee
Bucks, Milwaukee Public Museum, Moy's Restaurant, Nelson’s Corners Inn, New Horizon’s
Sports Café, Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva, Panera Bread, Popeye’s Restaurant, Reeds Furni-
ture, Vicki Gorden, Shedd Aquarium, Sperino’s , Starbucks, Twin Lakes Country Club, Two
Seasons Bowl, Ken Yurk, Rick Yurk.
Thank you also, Alan and Pat Smith and Karsten Heating and Cooling.
Help us continue to thank these generous community members by supporting them with
your business
Lakeland Health Care Center would like to extend our thanks
and appreciation for everyone who played a part in the success
of this year’s annual golf outing. Staff, family and volunteers,
golfers, dinner eaters we greatly appreciate your support.
A great time was had by all who attended. Contributions and
donations will help LHCC continue to provide specialty equip-
ment that helps improve the lives of our residents.
#1 Snack Time Mimi Hartigan
#2 Thirsty? Debbie Bromeland
#3 A Good Book Nancy Bowie
#4 Hidden Treasures Mrs. Leon Koldeway
#5 Ann & Andy + Friends Debbie Zaccardi
#6 Different Strokes Vickie Nielsen
#7 Badgers Baby Andrea Fruth
#8 Teddy Bear Sid Hess Jr.
#9 Feeling Fine With Wine Bill Mangold
#10 Italian Dinner for Two Don De Baere
#11 Relax Charlie Vogel
#12 It’s Grilling Time Connie Poggensee
#13 Coffee & Chocolate Sid Hess Sr.
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LHCC Employees Cannot Accept
Monetary Gifts
I appreciate how much you value our staff mem-
bers. It is through their dedication and hard
work that many good things happen in our facili-
ty. It is our policy, however, that employees
cannot accept monetary gifts from residents and
family members. There are other ways to thank
individual employees or the team that works in
one neighborhood. During this holiday season, if
you wish to recognize an employee, please con-
sider a gift to the residents in honor of the em-
ployee. As an example, Panera Bread or Culver
gift certificates can be used as bingo prizes. Ar-
ranging a musical entertainer to perform for the
residents can be enjoyed by one neighborhood
or house wide by all of our residents. Our thera-
peutic recreation staff members are able to as-
sist you with all sorts of ideas. I appreciate when
you share good things about an employee. It is
my opportunity to personally thank our staff for
going above and beyond.
Bernie Janiszewski
Nursing Home Administrator
Volunteers needed!
Lakeland Health Care Center is looking for
volunteers to help decorate for the holidays.
Please contact Lena Rosenthal at 262-741-
3684 if you are able to help. Because we
must have proof of fire retardant materials
we ask that, if you wish to donate towards
holiday decorations, that you donate money
or new decorations that are still in the pack-
age.
The Flu...Don’t Catch the Bug
By: Judy Boyd, MDS Coordinator It’s that time of year again to think about, and act
when it comes to preventing yourself and your loved
ones from getting “The Flu Bug”.
Flu Facts:
“The Flu” is a virus
It is spread from person to person by coughing
and sneezing.
Flu viruses can enter a person’s system through
the eyes, nose, or mouth.
The flu can be spread by someone whose symp-
toms are not yet apparent.
Influenza viruses change over time, usually by
mutation. This is why long term immunity is not
possible due to the ever-changing “bug”.
Typical signs and symptoms include: fever, respir-
atory symptoms such as cough, sore throat, run-
ny or stuffy nose, headache, muscle aches, and
often times extreme fatigue.
The term “stomach flu” is really a wrong term.
Gastrointestinal symptoms are not typical of
Flu”, but are actually caused by other micro-
organisms.
Residents and staff working in health care facili-
ties are among the high risk groups.
Vaccination of our residents and staff occurred in
late September, with our goal, to be greater than
90% of all to be vaccinated.
We encourage all family members to obtain their
vaccines for this year through your physician, or at
one of the many community flu clinics.
Remember: If you or a family member is not feeling
well, please do not visit. Call your loved ones instead
until you have fully recovered.
And as always, wash your hands, wash your hands,
and wash your hands again.
By: Barb Kropacek, Quality Operations Manager
Our residents depend upon us for their health and safety. In some disasters, outside help may not be able to assist our
facility right away so we must be prepared to care for our residents without help. One way to find out if our disaster
plans and procedures are going to work is to practice them….and practice them we did! On Tuesday September 18,
2012, we planned a mock disaster drill based on a make believe tornado. I am proud to say that our drill did not end up
being our first real disaster! To many, the confusion may have seemed like an assault on the senses, but testing our
plan this way really helped to identify and correct any weaknesses before a real emergency occurs. Thanks to the staff
and residents for being so supportive on that day. And a special thanks to Colleen Lesniak, Volunteer Organizer for
Walworth County, for organizing volunteer students from Kathy Sime’s Alternative High School program.
Mock Disaster Drill
Brian Kyle, CMA, assisted resi-
dents, Alyda Verhoeff (left) and
Donna Smith (right) with enjoy-
ing a favorite pastime of a sum-
mer afternoon. Residents and
staff couldn’t remember the last
time they spent an afternoon kite
flying. Thanks Brian!
Bernie presents Mary Neufeldt, Marie
Pluck and Jim Rasmussen with a certifi-
cate of thanks for volunteering as victims.
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The very special gift of your time – your visit
Gift certificates to the
beauty shop
Gift certificates to the
gift shop
eBook reader
Crossword puzzle books
CD player
Music CDs
Magnifiers
Books
Cards and stationery
Reading lights
Picture frames
Family photo album
Radio
Clock
GIFT IDEAS FOR YOUR RESIDENT