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Did you know that the 1st of July is National Joke Day? Well it is! Here’s a joke you can share with your friends. “I’ve been many places, but I’ve never been in Cahoots. Apparently, you can’t go alone. You have

to be in cahoots with someone. I’ve also never

been in Cognito. I hear no one recognizes you there!”

Did that joke make you laugh? Maybe chuckle?

Perhaps even crack a smile? If so, it may have improved

your health! More and more studies are showing that laughter

benefits us both physically and mentally. When you read that joke just now, your muscles relaxed slightly, which relieved tension. Your levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, dropped. Your body released endorphins, the feel-good chemicals that are associated with happiness and contentment. If you had a hearty laugh, your blood pressure may have dropped slightly and your heart rate increased, helping your body improve blood circulation. You also felt good afterwards, which for many is the most powerful effect of laughter.

When you’re having a bad day,

it’s often the person who can make you laugh that you turn to. When faced with a difficult or uncomfortable situation, finding the humor in your predicament makes it easier to deal with. People who can laugh through the good times and the bad are generally happier, healthier people. A seven-year Norwegian study found that people who had a sense of humor experienced a 20% lower mortality rate in comparison to those who did not.

Perhaps one of the most beautiful things about laughter is its ability to connect us with one another. When we laugh with someone, we open ourselves up to them. Poet Pablo Neruda once said, “Laughter is the language of the soul,” and we agree. Our caregivers and residents can often be found laughing together – whether it ’s during a fun card game, a hilarious movie or activity, or just something silly they saw or said. At our campus, we value the power of laughter as well as those who are willing to share laughter with others.

If you’re one of our campus residents or family members, you probably know a caregiver who goes above and beyond to share a laugh, listen to a concern, or do anything in their power to

Laughter Looks Good on You

3043 North Lintel DriveBloomington, IN 47404

Phone: 812.333.7622Fax: 812.333.7623

www.HearthStonehc.com

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July 2018

Greetings from Hearthstone! I hope that your summer

is off to a great start, and that you’re enjoying the weather with your friends and family. Many of us take these relationships for granted, but their impact on our health and wellbeing cannot be overstated.According to many studies, socialization is key to maintaining, and even improving your mental health. This is one of the reasons why we offer the seniors we serve so many opportunities to mix and mingle with their neighbors, their community, and the people they love. This year we’re taking our socialization opportunities to the next level with the Trilogy Travel Club! Through the Trilogy Travel Club, our residents have the chance to visit exciting destinations while still receiving stellar care from the staff they

know and love. Next month we’ll be visiting Mackinac Island in Michigan. If you haven’t booked your spot already, contact a member of our campus team!We’re also excited to announce that we have a new program designed to provide our residents not only the chance to socialize, but to exercise their brains! Our BrainFIT program encompasses education, nutrition, sleep, exercise, and stress reduction, and it’s even endorsed by John B. Arden, PhD and author of the Brain Bible and Rewire Your Brain. Talk to a member of our Life Enrichment team to learn more about the benefits of this amazing program.I hope that you have a wonderful July, and that you stop by for a visit. We look forward to seeing you!Yours in Service,

Stacey Hubbell, RN, HFA Executive Director

Happy Birthday!ResidentsGeorge K 7/1Carol Z 7/3Janet M 7/6James M 7/7Margaret S 7/8Jerry P 7/10David W 7/11Gail P 7/14Livio P 7/25

StaffDale K 7/1Jessica D 7/7Angela P 7/12Brad B 7/17Sonya B 7/19Miranda B 7/26Carrie B 7/27

Did you Know...?That you can read the monthly newsletter and activities online. Please follow the campus link www.HearthstoneHC.comYou can follow us on Facebook, simply type Hearthstone Health Campus into the search bar. You can also find us on Twitter. Our handle is @Hearthstone_HC

Happy Hour is weekly at 3:00pm on Fridays in the Stardust Café. Join us for music, appetizers & drinks.

We go on community outings twice a week. Please sign up in the Activity Room, space is limited!

The Private Dining Room, Parlor, or Activities Room can be reserved. Please call 812.333.7622

Executive Director Corner

Out and About Residents enjoyed a day out bargain shopping in downtown Bloomington at My Sisters Closet(Left) Louise(Top Right) Sandy C.(Bottom Right) Peggy S.

Sandy C. Gene W.

Berge and Brandon

Sound of Music foodMary B. Sound of Music band

Campus in ColorResident had the opportunity to help pick out flowers for our campus gardens and coutyards. Everyone had so much fun looking at all the beautiful plants and garden decorations. Everyone is very excited to see our new plants grow.

Theme Week Hearthstone was alive with the Sound Of Music. Hearthstone hosted another sucessful and fun filled themed week for our residents. We had themed activities and events all weeklong leading up to the main even, a special Sound of Music themed dinner. The dinner included some special entertainment, decorations, and a delicious Sound of Music inspired meal!

Our residents had a special surprise treat, Rootbeer Floats. Everyone agreed that there is nothing better on a warm day than a good Rootbeer Float! (Left) Delores R.(Right) Elvin and Becky

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...continued from cover‘Laughter’help enrich the lives of those they serve. Through our Grateful Families program, you can send them a special ‘Thank You.’ By sharing a few words of thanks and considering a donation to the Trilogy Foundation, you can positively impact the life of someone who puts their whole

heart into caring for others. Donations collected will benefit employees by providing emergency assistance, scholarship funds, and so much more. Contact a member of our campus team to find out more about this amazing program, and thank someone for sharing their laughter and their love.

A monthly newsletter serving the residents of HearthStone Health Campus

Stacey Hubbell Executive DirectorBrandon Jensen Life Enrichment DirectorAngie Patterson Director of Health ServicesLynsie Hagg Customer Service Representative Brandi Freese Business Office ManagerKylie Sutkowski Social Service DirectorJennifer Freeman Therapy Program DirectorChadd Flora Director of Plant Operations Chelsie Daugherty, RN Assistant Director of Health ServicesPaula Rice Environmental Service Director

3043 North Lintel DriveBloomington, IN 47404

Phone: 812.333.7622Fax: 812.333.7623

www.HearthStonehc.com

A Trilogy Senior Living Community

We strive to provide the best customer service and quality care for our residents. Our Department Leaders are here to solve any concerns you may have. In the event that you need further assistance with any unresolved concerns, we encourage you to call the Compliance Line. Compliance Hotline: 800-908-8618, ext. 2800; or comply@trilogyhs.comNewsletter Production by PorterOneDesign.com

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