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PARA HILLS RESIDENTIAL CARE October 2019 NEWSLETTER

Inside this issue

– Inside this issue, this month’s birth flower, birthstone and birth signs

Page 2 - September Highlights

Page 2 – Comments and Complaints,

Page 3- Continuous Improvement

Page 3 - Upcoming Events

Page 4-8 - Photos of September highlights.

This Month’s Birth Flower / Stone / Signs

The Birth sign is shared between Libra and Scorpio. The Birth flower is the

calendula – marigold.

The Birthstone is an opal meaning is hope, innocence and loyalty.

Previous Month Highlights – September


Sunday the 1st of September was Father’s day. All the men were given a card and a

handmade chocolate.

On the 4th of September a group of residents and staff went to the Royal Adelaide Show. It

did rain a little but mostly the weather was pretty good. We had a great time looking in the

pavilions, tasting food, buying show bags, playing on the clowns and holding snakes. This time

we hired two buses, which was on time and everything went well. Thank you to all the staff

that donated their time in making this a success. A big thank you to Jackie for planning most

of the day.

On the 10th, we went off site to trial an exercise class in the Community. Kath really enjoyed

this outing and benefitted a lot for the class. We returned on the 24th with two residents

and they had a good time and would like to go again. Every fortnight a group will be attending

this outing.

On the 11th we had the residents Footy Tipping Competition Presentation. Congratulations to

Les for coming first, Peggy for coming second and Kay and Linda for tying for third.

On the 18th we held an “In house memorial service “for Mary. She had been at the home for

over 11 years and next week she would have been 103. She will be dearly missed.

On Friday the 20th we picked some oranges from our tree and juiced them. Most of the

residents thought they were a bit sour but still drank the juice.

Saturday the 28th was the AFL Grand Final between Richmond and the Giants (GWS) and it

was a one sided game with Richmond winning by 87 points.

Comments and Complaints

Does everyone know that if you have a problem you CAN do something about it?

The Helping Us to Care Brochures is located at the Kesters notice board which is at the

Kesters Road entrance to the Nursing Home.

There are also some located in the Ceafield Wing both near the notice board and on the

bookcase.

You can also always ask one of our friendly staff if you cannot find them.

Feedback is an integral part of improving the home and providing the highest quality of care

to all residents.


All issues are treated as confidential and we endeavour to sort out any problems in a timely

manner.

Continuous Improvement

Could family members and friends remember to sign in/out at the front desk, thank you.

Upcoming events in October

2nd October – Luncheon at the Club

7th-Bible Study

9th- Bunnings visit with the Children

16th- Concert with Lloyd

21st- Bible study

23rd- ARAS at 10am

23rd- Kathy’s Reminiscing activity

25th - Memorial Mass

A short reminder to all residents, families and friends

Your role during an emergency

On hearing an alarm sound you should do the following:

• Remain calm

• Stay where you are until directed by a staff member - UNLESS YOU ARE IN

IMMEDIATE DANGER

• Always be aware of your nearest exit (as indicated on the floor plan in each bedroom

and as displayed throughout the nursing home)

• Be aware of where the nearest fire door is

• Be aware of the location of the fire extinguishers / hoses / break glass

• Assist where ever possible as directed by the chief fire warden (white hat) or fire

warden (red hat)


Royal Adelaide Show Outing


Children’s visit from the Day Care Centre


Congratulations Les for winning our footy tipping comp, Peggy for 2nd place

Kay and Linda for both coming 3rd

Making Orange Juice Merv’s Handywork


Skip’s Birthday Pam and Skip’s Birthday’s Max’s Birthday John’s Birthday Jo’s birthday

Bingo with Pauline Exercising in the Community

In Memory of David……..RIP

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