VOLUME 22, ISSUE 1 March 2016

2 Volunteer Report

Join our

Happy Team!

Volunteer’s Profile

Residents’ Meetings

3 Diversional Therapy

Jim Chapman, Edith

Collins & Kevin

Wadley Lodges

4 The Residents’ Page

Changes in Residency

5 Dr David Simonds

Anaemia

Aromatherapy

Orange (Sweet)

6 Education Report

Friends of Carinya

An Easter Message

7 Our CEO’s Report

Photo Gallery

Inside this Issue

8 Donation Slip

Carinya News

is published quarterly by: Carinya Home For The Aged 1 Mazlin Street Atherton Qld 4883 Telephone: (07) 40912177 Fax: (07) 40912840 Email: admin@carinyahome.org.au Editor: Heather Marino Printed by: Geraldton GraFx Signs 19 Palmerston Drive, Innisfail, Qld 4860 Telephone 07 40613845

It is March already - I didn't even have the chance to wish

everybody a Happy New Year! So Happy New Year to everyone and I wish the very best for you all. Well we have completed the majority of our 1 Mazlin Street Site Redevelopment building program! The buildings and surrounds are looking fantastic and what a terrific atmosphere is felt when you proceed through Reception and on to all the different Lodges. We have maintained the important welcoming feeling of Carinya Home, while at the same time modernising our facilities.

The building project was just a little roller coaster ride, lots of ups and downs. Now that we can all look back over the construction period, there is little to remind us of the more challenging moments as we enjoy the new look. A special thanks to all the Staff and Volunteers who helped with the moving into our new facilities. Your assistance and generosity of time is very much appreciated. The Board of Directors continues to be committed in supporting the great caring atmosphere that is an essential part of our Home. We welcome the new 30 Residents entering Carinya and also a big welcome to the new Staff who have joined us. Well enough from me - get in early to get the hot cross buns - Easter is just around the corner!

Max Slade

North east view from ECL rear Balcony

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Become a Volunteer & Join our

Happy Team!

Coordinators of Volunteers Sharon Newport & Chris Bourke

Our new refurbishment is complete

and we look forward to welcoming many new Volunteers to assist the

needs of current Residents plus the new Residents who will arrive soon.

Volunteering g ives you the

opportunity to give of your time to a community organisation and people

who really appreciate it. There are many ways in which you

can volunteer at Carinya. If you have some time we would love to hear from

you to discuss options.

Our current Volunteers comment, “It is rewarding to be able to give back to

the community in so many ways”. They feel useful and know they are

enhancing the lives of Residents.

You will enjoy the personal rewards and satisfaction that comes with

volunteering. The process is simple. Obtain the

volunteer form from Reception, fill it in and return it. We will contact you for

an interview. Don’t put it off any

longer. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

We look forward to welcoming you in 2016.

If you have any time to spare and

feel you would like to discuss volunteering, call Sharon or Chris at

Carinya on:

4091 2177

Resident & Relatives Meetings

To keep Residents informed of upcoming activities; news about Carinya itself; fundraising; or for Residents’ ideas and suggestions to be heard, there are the Residents’ Meetings:-

JIM CHAPMAN LODGE:- Meetings are held - 10am - on the 1st Tuesday every month at the Combined Birthday Morning Tea. EDITH COLLINS LODGE:- Meetings are held - 9.30am - on the 3rd Tuesday of every 2nd month.

Relatives are very welcome to participate. Remember when visiting, please sign the Visitors’ book then check the notice board to see if there are any activities you would like to take your relative to. Feel free to join us in all areas.

May 17 Jul 19 Sep 16 Nov 15 Jan 17

Apr 12 May 10 Jun 14 Jul 12 Aug 9

KEVIN WADLEY LODGE:- Meetings are held - 10.30am on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

* Refreshing and changing

flowers in rooms.

* Accompanying Residents to

appointments off site.

* As Musicians.

* Visiting and talking.

Volunteer’s Profile

How long have you volunteered at Carinya?

David: 10

years

Bryan: 7 years

What is your favourite pastime?

David: Travel and wine

appreciation!

Bryan: Travel, fishing and

camping.

Do you have a favourite sport to participate in or to watch?

David: Social sailing and

Rugby Union - AFL

Bryan: Fishing

Do you have a favourite food to cook or eat?

David: Seafood & B.B.Q.

Bryan: Yoghurt

What do you enjoy about volunteering?

David: Community and

social involvement

Bryan: Gaining

satisfaction

What is something not many may know about you?

David: My wife and I have

worked lived or travelled

to over 40 countries.

Twenty years employed by

QANTAS.

Bryan: My age!

Bryan Campbell

* Assisting in the kitchen -

3.30pm - 6.30pm Monday -

Thursday.

* Assisting at evening meal

times and or with morning teas.

* Assisting with activities in all

areas 9am to12 noon.

David Buckham

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From our Activities Coordinators, Sharon

Newport & Chris Bourke of Jim Chapman

Lodge, Rebecca Howell of Enid Collins Lodge

& Jane Wilce of Kevin Wadley Lodge.

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Christmas Cheer was overflowing for all Carinya’s Residents during the 2015 Seasonal Festivities (Pics 1-4) with Concerts, Carols and wonderful Christmas dinners. Back to business after, Residents have enjoyed their usual activities for mind and body and now (5) due to their ‘Falls Prevention Training’ stride out with renewed confidence as they march to the beat of a different drum. (6 & 7) Pet Therapy and board games also figured in the mix. (8) A gathering for Residents provided a poignant opportunity to remember and share stories of dear friends Ralph Brook, Betty Pearsall and Elizabeth O’Keefe, who passed suddenly within a short time of each other. This specially dedicated Memorial Morning Tea, was held at the recently refurbished ‘Maple End’ (formerly Rolf Harris End). (9) Spirits lifted, Australia Day Celebrations, and the Quiz Night Challenge brought back familiar smiles.

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Combined Birthday Morning Tea – many happy returns of the day!

Congratulations

on another year for

those of you who

celebrated a

December 2015

Birthday - 1 Keith

Johnston 2 Heather

Johnston 3 Delphi

Atkinson & 4 Muriel

Kilpatrick.

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There were no

January Birthdays

but in February - 5

Bluey O’Sullivan and

Gus Curcio

celebrated their

happy day together.

Changes in Residency Carinya welcomed: Betty Rally; Sarina Delai; Eddie Waters; Wendy Hooper; Maureen Slocum and Grace

Ovenden to JCL. Ronald Robinson; Dorothy & George Bullpine and Esther Graham to ECU and Eric & Beth Ireland to CCU Carinya said farewell to: Derrick Wilson; Patrick Tierney; Sylvia Collins; Ralph Brook; Willem Vrenegoor; Betty Pearsall; Elizabeth O’Keefe and Eileen O'Donnell.

The Miracle of the Holy fire http://www.holyfire.org/eng/

‘In the Church of the Resurrection, in Jerusalem where Christ was entombed and finally rose from the dead after the crucifixion, the miracle of The Holy Fire, the most renowned miracle in the world of Eastern Orthodoxy takes place. Before Easter in the same manner, every single year for centuries after a prolonged ceremony and prayers . . . “From the core of the very stone on which Jesus lay, an indefinable light pours forth. This light then forms a column that transforms into fire. From this flame the presiding archbishop lights his candles and then those of the many people who have gathered in the Church to witness this event." This Holy Light is not only distributed by the Archbishop, but

operates by itself. Emitting from the Holy Sepulchre with a hue completely different from that of natural light, it sparkles and flashes like lightning, flies like a dove around the tabernacle of the Holy Sepulchre, and lights up the unlit lamps of olive oil hanging in front of it. Whirling from one side of the church to the other it has also been known to spontaneously light up the candles of certain pious pilgrims . . . When it first appears it has a bluish hue and if it touches the face, mouth, or hands, it does not burn. The person who experiences the miracle light usually leaves Jerusalem changed, and for everyone having attended the ceremony, there is always a "before and after" the miracle of the Holy Fire in Jerusalem.’

A Most Challenging Jigsaw It took hours of patience but eventually this unique in the round puzzle was completed by Marge Kidner and now this attractive curio has found a home on permanent display in the Dining Room Lounge in Jim Chapman Lodge.

Orange, sweet Essential Oil Citrus sinensis. There are many varieties of sweet orange such as Navel, Jaffa and Valencia. The orange is thought to be a native of the

region between the Himalayas and south-western China. It wasn't until the early 16th century that the Portuguese explorers introduced the fruit to Europe.

It was introduced to the Americas by Columbus and was primarily grown in the West Indies and Florida. Most of the essential oil produced today comes from Israel, Brazil, North America and Australia. The oil is cold pressed from the outer skin of the ripe fruit. The high yield and easy expression process makes orange oil one of the least expensive essential oils. Sweet orange oil is rich yellow-orange to dark orange in colour with a sweet fresh citrus odour. Therapeutically orange oil is used as an antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cholagogue, digestive, sedative, stomachic, digestive tonic and lymphatic stimulant. Orange is a good children's oil, as they love the fresh scent. It is useful in getting them to sleep and to help alleviate tummy upsets. Sweet orange is useful in settling digestive issues. It has a normalising effect on the peristaltic action of the intestines, making it equally useful in treating both diarrhoea and constipation. It also helps ease spasms and cramps. Sweet orange is also known as a lymphatic stimulant. It stimulates lymph fluids which assists in treating swollen tissue. This makes it a useful adjunct to blends for treating cellulite. Sweet orange has some similarities with neroli oil, making it a cheaper alternative in many blends. It has a mildly sedative and antidepressant effect and can be used to help in cases of anxiety, nervousness and insomnia. It blends with other relaxing oils such as lavender, neroli, sandalwood and marjoram. Orange has the interesting property, it is known as an adaptogen, this means that its therapeutic properties change depending on other oils it is mixed with, or the individual needs of the person treated with it. This means it can have a relaxing and sedative effect on some people, whereas with others it may be stimulating and energising. This can be explained by essential oils effect on the brain and hormone production, but this is another story, too long for this article. In skin care, orange is beneficial for soothing dry, irritated or acne prone skin. It is considered to have regenerative properties and can be used for aging skin or rough or calloused skin. Generally orange is used topically in massage, compresses and baths, or as a lotion in skin care. It can also be used as an inhalant, either directly or in an oil vaporiser or diffuser. SAFETY: Sweet orange is non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitising. Some references list orange oil as having a photo-toxic effect whereas other sources consider this to not be the case. In the hotter Australian climate it is probably best to err on the side of caution and avoid the use of orange oil on your skin if you are going to be in the sun. References: The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Salvatore Battaglia.

Karen Murray Aromatherapist

What is anaemia and what causes it? Anaemia occurs when the concentration of the body’s red blood cells, or the oxygen-carrying pigment contained in them, haemoglobin, falls below normal levels. It is often a symptom of an underlying medical disorder. Broadly speaking, there are 3 main causes of anaemia.

Blood loss, for example, through heavy menstrual periods or gastrointestinal bleeding from an ulcer.

Defective red blood cell production, which can result from nutritional or vitamin deficiencies or a chronic illness where the bone marrow does not work properly.

Red blood cell destruction, which may be due to hereditary factors or as a side effect of some drugs.

What are the signs of anaemia? A person with anaemia often looks very pale and may also experience:

fatigue;

weak and rapid pulse;

thirst;

faintness;

dizziness, particularly when the person sits down or stands up;

shortness of breath; and

palpitations on exertion. However, anaemia may not be obvious, particularly in young people or people in otherwise good health, whose haemoglobin levels may fall significantly without any symptoms showing at all. In other cases symptoms may develop slowly over months or years. Iron-deficiency anaemia The body needs iron for red blood cell production. However, when bleeding occurs, iron is lost from the body, causing a deficiency over time. The normal dietary intake of iron can’t compensate for the amount lost and so the body’s small stores of iron become used up quickly. It is the most common form of anaemia worldwide. People most at risk include:

women of child-bearing age (because of monthly blood loss from their periods);

pregnant women (because of the drain on their iron stores by the developing baby); and

breast-fed infants who are just starting a full diet (because at this stage of development the baby’s stores of iron from the mother are beginning to be depleted and there may not be enough iron in the milk).

In men, and women who have gone through the menopause, iron deficiency may indicate that gastrointestinal bleeding is present. It may then be necessary to undergo gastrointestinal investigations to find out the source of the bleeding.

How do I know if I have it? Your doctor can give you a range of simple blood tests that will allow the exact cause of your anaemia to be identified. Prevention and treatment of anaemia If you have anaemia your treatment will depend on its cause. If you are deficient in iron, your doctor may recommend a supplement. You can buy these from a health food store or pharmacy without a prescription. However, you should not rely on supplements at the expense of a good diet. Iron supplements are absorbed best if they are taken about 30 minutes before meals. One tablet a day is usually enough — any more than this may not be absorbed by the intestine and may cause indigestion and constipation. You may notice that your stools turn a black colour if you are taking iron. This is a normal and harmless side effect. To prevent iron-deficiency and folic acid deficiency anaemias, you should make sure that your diet includes foods such as lean red meat,

Aromatherapy

Orange (sweet)

fruit, whole-grain bread, cereals, beans, fish, nuts, and green vegetables. In other cases of anaemia, diet and medication aren’t enough to make a person get better. In these situations, the infusion of blood or blood components directly into the bloodstream may be needed.

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Dr David Simonds ANAEMIA

Olive Allen Fundraising Coordinator

I trust everyone had a pleasant Festive Season and have been able to cope with the hot humid weather. Our Christmas Street Stall was an outstanding success. Huge thanks to those who supplied a wonderful array of goodies. As usual we had lots of cakes, biscuits, jams as well as a great variety of craft items on offer. Big thanks to Ron and Denise Whittingham who looked after the raffle whilst I was away. We have already drawn our first raffle for the year and have started selling tickets for the Easter Raffle. Easter is early this year so our Street Stall will be held on 23rd March. Our ladies have already started their preparations for this event. We don't have a date for the Brass Band Concert as yet so keep a look out for the advertising when this is known. Les and Barbara Simpson have already held a garage sale to start their fundraising efforts for the year. Thanks to all those folk who are participating in the Rewards Programs run by IGA and the Atherton Hotel. We have received welcome donations from these organisations. We believe the Atherton Show is being held on the usual dates but we will confirm this in the next Newsletter. Again thanks to all who contribute to and support our fundraising.

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Easter Message

Resident Education Program: The Aged

Care Allied Health Project Plan – Carinya Home, was granted funding through Health Reimagined. This funding provided a Resident education project on ‘Falls Prevention’ from July to December 2015. The program was received well with a high number of Residents participating actively during sessions which were conducted by Owen Allen Physiotherapist. Owen showed the Residents practical ‘falls prevention’ strategies for everyday living, which Residents say they use daily. The Home has applied for further funding for January to June 2016 through Primary Health Northern Queensland to continue with the ‘Falls Prevention Project’; this so that the benefits of the first initiative can be fully realized. The ACC (Aged Care Channel) is an investment which Carinya Home makes each year to provide Staff with a contemporary education resource, and demonstrates the Homes commitment to Staff education in ensuring they receive Aged Care specific presentations. Regulated Staff are also able to achieve their Continuous Professional Development (CPD’s) annual points quota by using the ACC self-learning packages, which are all Royal College of Nursing accredited. Kevin Wadley Lodge (KWL) - Walsh Court and Enid Collins Lodge (ECL) - Savannah Court are now open which has provided new accommodation for prospective Residents. We are recruiting new Staff to meet the needs of the increased Resident occupancy; therefore Staff require educational support and development in providing the highest standard of Resident focused care. For those Staff who need to acquire a Certificate III in Aged Care the Home will pursue, fully or partly funded government courses. LASA Q Education Institute is the current preferred Registered Training Organisation (RTO) for Carinya Home and once the 2016 government funding for Aged Care courses becomes available, we will enroll our new Staff to commence the Certificate III in Aged Care course. The course which has (13) written unit (modules) will take (12) months to complete and the practical placement components of the course will take place within Carinya Home.

EDUCATION:

On behalf of Carinya, CNCs Helen Fletcher (L)

and Jodie Melvin gratefully received from Liz

Knowles (centre), the gift of a beautiful,

decorative mosaic platter that will hang on the

wall in the ECL Nurses station.

Easter Stall - 23 March 2016

Cairns Brass - Date to be advised

Show Stall - Date to be advised

Jesus, who was crucified, is risen!

At Easter, Christians the world over celebrate the

resurrection of Jesus Christ. A most important part of

Christian Faith, the resurrection offers the promise of

renewed life for those who believe. In Jesus, love has

triumphed over hatred, mercy over sinfulness,

goodness over evil, truth over falsehood, life over

death. May you feel the Love of Christ this Easter.

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Our CEO’s Report

I trust you all are enjoying the photos as we showcase our new and improved look. Feedback from Residents, Staff and Visitors is very positive. We still have some minor works and landscaping to complete, but overall the building project has wound down.

We can now concentrate on updating our information and ‘get back to normal!’ You will have read or heard the news regarding the aged care facilities that have been in lock-down due to an Influenza Outbreak. We have implemented additional infection control strategies to try and prevent this happening at Carinya Home, but can only do it with everyone’s cooperation and help. Some of the changes implemented are:-

Instructed Family or friends suffering from a respiratory illness that they are not to visit Residents until fully recovered.

Staff are not to work if also showing these symptoms.

JCL Front Entrance doors will remain locked day and night until further notice. Visitors will need to enter via the Reception Entrance. This is so Staff can be available to explain to Visitors why we have implemented stricter infection control measures. Notices have been posted at each entry advising of these controls.

Reminder to everyone to wash their hands or use the hand sanitisers located at each building entrance.

Supervising Staff have the right to ask a Visitor to leave if they are showing Flu like symptoms.

Sue Nicholls

The New Look for Jim Chapman Lodge & Walsh Court

Walsh Court Dining Room

Double Bedroom

Accommodation Walsh Court

Resident Library

& Computer Station for Resident use

New Reception Entrance

Before

Small Sitting area

We rely on everyone to help us protect Residents as their immunity is limited but the consequences can be severe. Opening of Savannah Court and Walsh Court - On 04/01/16 we opened our Savannah Court dining room. We will welcome 8 new Residents over the next few weeks therefore achieving full occupancy of Enid Collins Lodge. Residents commented they enjoy ‘their million dollar view’ as they dine. On the 03/02/16 we commenced welcoming 14 Residents to Walsh Court. We staged their residency to allow for everyone to adjust to operating Barron Court and Walsh Court as one unit (called Kevin Wadley Lodge). We are very Proud of our Staff as once again they have done an amazing job working together to problem solve while ensuring our care and services to Residents are delivered with a smile.

Congratulations to everyone.

Additional cleaning regimes.

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