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A Powerful Life Gertrude Schultenover

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H O M E T O W N H E R OFran Mertens Community volunteer

V O L U N T E E R ’ S V I E WA Volunteer’s ‘Tail’ Pet therapy: sharing a best friend

H E A L T H T I P SLoving Memories Understanding the grieving process

S P E C I A L I S T S P O T L I G H TFinding His Path Dr. Mark Holub, Psychiatrist

Sharing Memories Welcome to Words for the Wise

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Ican’tgiveyouanylifeinsightyoudon’talreadyknow.IdoknowthatIwilllearnalotfromyou,hencethereasonthispublicationiscalledWords for the Wise.Tostart,I’llgivealittlebackgroundaboutmyselfandwhythispublicationisdeartome. I’ve always looked up to my beautifulGrandma.ShehasalifestoryIwon’tbeableto top. After carving a path through everystate in thisnation…raisingeightchildren…

dairyfarmingwithmyGrandpa—withoutpipeline—shestillcherishesherrootsinsmall-townWadena. My memories with Grandma are still so much a part of me.PlayingTwisterwithmycousinsinherbasement,lemondroptreats,rummyonSaturdayafternoons,yellingthe“Iscream,youscream,weallscreamforicecream!”songwithmyGrandpaatthedinnertable.Grandmalovedthatsong—andicecream! MyGrandpadiedalmost20yearsago,but itwasn’tuntil justthelast fewyearsthatmyGrandma’sforgetfulnesswasdiagnosedAlzheimer’s.WatchingsomeoneIcareaboutsufferthatwayistheworstfeelingintheworld.Butshe’sstillthesamesweetGrandmaI’vealwayshad.Enjoyinghercompanyismy“worldwonder.” That’swhyIcan’twaittolearnfromallofyou,hearyourstoriesandshareexperiences.Thispublicationisfilledwithmemoriesfromyourneighbors,tipsforagoodlifeandmakesroomforlittledelights.Inthisfirstissue,we’refocusingonbehavioralhealthandkeepingtheenjoymentinlife.You’llalsolearnaboutmyfavoritetopicandoneofthethingsthatkeepsmehappy:pets.Enjoythispublication!

-MaggieKoehler

Public Relations Coordinator Lakewood Health System

CONTENTSP R O D U C T P E R S P E C T I V EThe Right Step Lakewood Reflections

The Blues: Not a normal part of aging

PURRFECT COMPANIONLHS Memory Care Unit

H O M E T O W N H E R OFran Mertens Community volunteer

P E R S O N A L C O N N E C T I O NA Powerful Life A German history

V O L U N T E E R ’ S V I E WA Volunteer’s ‘Tail’ Pet therapy: sharing a best friend

H E A L T H T I P SLoving Memories Understanding the grieving process

S P E C I A L I S T S P O T L I G H TFinding His Path Dr. Mark Holub, Psychiatrist

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L O O K I N G A H E A DHappenings Upcoming events W O R D S 4 W I S E @ L A K E W O O D H E A L T H S Y S T E M . C O M

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Lakewood Reflections first opened inDecember, 2007 as an inpatient seniorbehavioralhealthprogram.Today,inadditionto the 10-bed inpatient program, LakewoodReflectionshasgrowntoincludeanoutpatientprogram—designed for persons who needmore support in dealing with behaviors orsymptomsthatmaybeinterferingwithsocial,vocationaloreducational functioning.Thesesignscaninclude:• Lowself-esteem• Changeintemperament• Constantworry• Sleepirregularity• Changesinappetite Theoutpatientprogram,liketheinpatientprogram,isforindividualsovertheageof55,whoareexperiencingbehavioraldifficultieslikethoselistedabove. In theoutpatientprogram,participantswill learnuniquecopingtechniquesandreceivespecializedcareinanunrestrictedsetting,tohelpdealwithdifficultchanges. AreferraltoLakewoodReflectionscancomefromyou,ahealthcareprofessionalorafamilymember.TheLakewoodReflectionsStructuredOutpatient Program can provide a clinical evaluation as a courtesy,as needed to determine treatment. Located at the Senior Campus ofLakewoodHealthSysteminStaples,LakewoodReflectionsisopenMondaythroughFriday,8:00a.m.-4:30p.m.Foradmissions,call218-894-8214.

Mark Holub, M.D.PSYCHIATRIST

Deb Herbaugh, APRN, CNSPSYCHIATRY MID-LEVEL

Julie Eggers-Huber, PsyD, LPPSYCHOLOGIST

Marilyn Kiloran, MS, LICSWTHERAPIST

•Confused/paranoidthinking•Constantfeelingsofsadness/loneliness•Lossofinterestindailyactivities•Avoidingfamilyandfriends•Lackofenergyormotivation

“…with the help and gentle care that I received at Lakewood Reflections, I was able to find myself again. The staff cared for me like a person, like a friend. I was given great

care. Thank you Lakewood Reflections.” – Faye Stevens

The Right Step Lakewood Reflections outpatient program

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THE BLUES:Not a normal part of aging

FREE EDUCATION & SCREENINGThe change in lifestyle after retirement, losing a loved one or developing a serious disease can cause behavioral health issues. In these situations, the loss of interest in daily activities, lack of motivation and other behavioral changes aren’t normal feelings for an extended period of time. Lakewood Reflections hosts a monthly program entitled, “The Blues: Not a Normal Part of Aging,” presented by Corrie Brown, community outreach coordinator for Lakewood Reflections. Join us at our upcoming presentations held at the Main Campus, just east of Staples on highway 10:

May 27th June 24thHeld from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. To attend The Blues: Not a Normal Part of Aging or for more information, call Corrie Brown at 218-296-1446. Aging adults, family members, health-care professionals or other interested persons are welcome to attend.

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In the basement of the StaplesGovernment building, a small, butresoundingorganizationhelps feedourneighborsandcommunitymem-bers everyweek.TheStaplesFoodShelf, with the help of volunteerslike Fran Mertens, coordinator offood orders, donations and grants,distributes 6,000-7,000 pounds offoodeachmonth. Mertens began volunteering atthefoodshelfwithherhusband,Fred,20yearsago.AfterFred’spassingin1998, Mertens continued to keeptrackofthefoodshelf’srecords. MertensisamemberoftheFoodShelfBoard,alongwithCarolWeber,Myra King, Pastor Steve Sveom,Doreen Scott, Harriet Dent andGlynnKaste.OnthesecondFridayofeachmonth,theStaplesHostLionsandStaples93Lionsmembersalsovolunteertheirtimetounloadasemi-traileroffoodfromSecondHarvestinSt.Paul. Second Harvest collects foodfrom large organizations like CubFoods and distributes statewide tofood shelves based on need. Eachfood shelf must establish its need

in March of every year; by tallyingupdonationsbroughtinduringthatmonth. For the year of 2008, thefoodshelfcollected$23,000infoodand donations. The need for foodsurpasses the distribution eachmonth, especially after the stockmarket dropped last fall. “We’vedefinitely seen a rise in families,”saidMertens.“Withsomanylayoffsandcutbacks,familiesaretryingtogetby.We’reheretohelpthem.” The organizations and individu-alswhodonatetothefoodshelfareverymuchappreciated.“TheStaplesCommunity Foundation helped uspurchase a new freezer last year,”saidMertens.“Werelyondonationsforlargepurchases.”Fooddrivesalsogive the food shelf a boost duringtheyear.AlthoughtheMarchdriveis very important to establish theneedfortheyear,anotherimportanttimetodonateisduringtheholidays.“WeseeajumpindonationsOctoberthroughDecember.We’re luckyweliveinsuchagivingcommunity.” Inadditiontohervolunteerworkatthefoodshelf,Mertensalsogivesher time at Sacred Heart Church.

NominationsKnow someone who helps your community in a unique way? Nominate your Hometown Hero by calling Maggie at 218-894-8818 or e-mail [email protected]

Fran Mertens Nominated by Virginia Rollins

Volunteers like Fran Mertens keep our

community running smoothly with

their time and dedication.

She helps make and serve lunchesforallfuneralsheldatSacredHeart,takes care of linens for the churchandcountstheplatecollectioneverythirdSunday. Volunteers like Fran Mertenskeep our community runningsmoothly with their time and dedi-cation. Virginia Rollins nominatedMertensas theWords for theWiseSpring Edition Hometown Hero.“Frandoessomuchforourcommu-nity, and has donated her time foryears,”saidRollins. Over35individualsvolunteerattheStaplesFoodShelfonaregularbasis.Tobecomeavolunteer,contactHarrietDentat218-894-1086.Foodormonetarydonationsareacceptedatanytimebydropoff.

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PURRFECT COMPANIONLakewood Health System Memory Care Unit

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Alzheimer’sanddementiaaffectsmorethan5.5millionpeopleintheUnitedStates.Specialized,professionalcareforthoselivingwithAlzheimer’sanddementiaisavailablelocallyatLakewoodHealthSystem’sMemoryCareUnit,a16-bed,long-termhome. Locatedat theSeniorCampus inStaples, thememorycareunitunderwent a total renovation in 2008. This beautiful facility is nowcomplete with private rooms, a beauty shop, family dining room, aspecial family room for visitors and resident activity areas includingatoolshop,kitchenetteandgardeningspace.Bestofall,alive-incatnamedChryslerlendsanother“touchofhome”forresidents. For each and every resident, the memory care unit strives tocreateanenvironmentthatfeelsandfunctionslikeafamily.Thestaffisspeciallytrainedtoassistthosewithmemorylossandtakesthetimetocreatefamiliarroutinestohelpourresidentstakepleasureinthemilestonesofeachday. Throughactivitieslikemovies with popcorn ortakingastrollthroughthegarden, residents are en-couragedtoremainactivewith purposeful activityspecifically designed formemory care. These ac-tivitiesmaytriggerspecialmemoriesforourresidentsandhelpthemfeelsecure.The care and interactionfromstaffatthememorycare unit, combined witha spacious, private andmodern home is aimedat providing each personthe very best living envi-ronmentpossible.

Lee Denny, Memory Care Resident with Chrysler

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Schultenover was born and raised on the banks oftheRhineRiverinKöln,thethirdlargestcityinGermanyatthetime.Schultenover’sfatherworkedfortheuppercourt inGermany. “Timeswerenotgood then,Dadwasbusy with bankruptcies,” said Schultenover. Farms andbusinesswerefallingshortleftandright,losingtheirlife-bloodtothecourts.Thedepressionwasjoinedbyrapidlyraisinginflation,aproblemnoonecouldseemtofix. Schultenover recalls Hitler taking power when shewas 10 years old, “Life changed dramatically. I don’tknowhow it cameabout,but themultitudesofbeggarsdisappeared,”saidSchultenover.“Thenewgovernment’syokewassoonevident.Noonecouldcriticizethegovern-mentwithoutriskinggoingtojail.”

Sixty-five years ago, life was very different. The first microwaves

were just invented and only 5,000 homes owned a television set.

Some may remember the prices of items during the 40s. A new

home only cost $4,600 and annual wages averaged $2,400.

Gertrude Schultenover, a current resident at Lakewood Pines

grew up during these times…in Germany.


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Schultenover remembers Hitler employing Naziguardsoneachblock.“Itwas forbiddento listentoforeign radio stations,” said Schultenover. “We hadtoturnthesoundverylowandpressourearstotheradioinordertolisten.Wewantedtoknowwhatwashappeningaroundtheworld.” While swimming at a local swimming pool inKöln,SchultenoverheardthenewsthatHitler’sarmyhad marched into Poland to begin the war. “WWIIbroughtuntoldhardships.Thecountrywasbombedrelentlessly,particularlymyhometown,atransporta-tioncenter.” As the war dragged on to its sixth year, Schul-tenover was put to work in a front-line receivinghospital.“Iwasnonurse,butIkeptrecordsandthuswasabletofreeupanurse,”saidSchultenover.WhentheAmericanspulledahead,thehospitalwasorderedtomoveout.SinceSchultenoverwasa civilian, shewas left behind in the rubble. “I was penniless andhopelesswithnowayout.” Sittingonasmallsuitcaseinadowntownvillage,Schultenover could see the war coming closer. “Amiddle agedGermanwalkedby andoffered to takemealongtohiswifeandchildren.Adayorsolater,thevillagewastakenbytheAmericans,”saidSchul-tenover. When the American Army came through,sheappliedforajobandwasofferedapositionasaninterpreterbyhersoon-to-behusbandandMinnesotaGI,Harold. WhenSchultenoverfinallymadeitbacktoKöln,shebarely settled inwhen theBritishMilitaryGov-ernment gaveher anultimatum. “I had towork forthecommanderof thecityasa secretary, translatorand at press conferences,” said Schultenover. “Itwaseitherthatortheundergroundcoalmines.”Eventhoughworking for the commander wasn’t in her

plans, it turnedoutto bequiteanexperienceforher.“For me, this jobwasalifetimeachie-vementasImetsomany people whoarenowinhistorybooks.” Harold (Bud) and Gertrude stayed in touchthroughoutherworkwith theBritishMilitaryGov-ernment. At the age of 24, Schultenover made thetriptoAmericain1947bypassengerplane.AnativeofStaples,HaroldmarriedGertrudeatSacredHeart.“Weboughtasmallhousealonghighway10.We’vealways had horses,” said Schultenover. “Horses arepartof thereasonI fell in lovewithHarold.”WheninGermany,Haroldwassummonedbyahigh-rankingofficer to keep an expensive German horse intraining. “When I sawhim take thathorseover six-foothurdles,”Schultenoversaid,“Ithoughtifhecanbe in touch with an animal like that, he must be agoodperson.” Together, Harold and Gertrudehadtwochildren,RonaldandMark.Whenhighway10re-routed,Schul-tenoverwasforcedtosellherhomeand land. “I think it was a goodmove for me. Since my husbandpassed,LakewoodPineshasbeenanexcellentfit.”

Gertrude Schultenover and a Jewish friend pictured outside their school in Köln, Germany.

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In order to finish her secondary education at the University in Köln,

Gertrude was first drafted to work on a farm for six months. She’s pictured

here with the farm owner’s son.

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Believe itornot,pet therapy isjustasbeneficialasanyotherkindof therapy…just in a different way.We’re not talking about musclestrengthorevenphysicalhealth.Pettherapy influences another kind ofhealth—mentalhealth. Ifyou’reapetlover,thinkaboutthewayapetcanmakeyoufeel:happy, loved, excited, special. It’s amixtureoffeelingsthattheresidentsattheLakewoodHealthSystemCareCenter feel when Dave Fabian ofStaplesbringshisyellowlabGrettaforpettherapy.Amongstagroupofresidents,Grettawalksaboutfreelyin theactivities room looking forafriendlyhandtopether. “Theresidentsjustbrightenup,”saidFabian.“Everyoneoftheresi-dentshasadogstorytotell.Grettahelpsbringbackmemoriesthatmayhavebeenlostorforgotten.” Fabian began bringing Grettato the Care Center for his motherwhen he visited. “Gretta attractedacrowdofsmilingfaceseverytimewewalkedinthedoor.Aftertalkingwith Marilyn King, the activities

director, it was an easy decision tobeginbringingGrettaweeklyfortheresidents.” Gretta has had a home withFabiansinceshewasapuppy.Now11 years old, Gretta is nearly deafandonly responds tohand signals.“Althoughsheliveswithadisability,Gretta loves to pheasant hunt andplayinthewater,”saidFabian. SueGurnoeofStaples,recentlybeganbringinginherhalfPomerani-an,halfShihTzudognamedPokeytotheCareCenter.Withafull-facedsmile, residentAliceBerglundheldPokey while petting Gretta. “Whenwe lived on the farm, I remembercounting41dogsandcats,Isomissthefarm.” “Pet Therapy isn’t just for theresidents,butit’sforvisitors,familymembersandevenstaff,”saidFabian.“Gretta and Pokey give people achance to take a break, reminisce,laugh and exchange stories witheachother.”

A Volunteer’s ‘Tail’ Pet therapy: sharing a best friend

Other Volunteer Opportunities at Lakewood Health System include Hospice, Bosom Buddies, the Aux-iliary and Resident Companions. To volunteer, call Connie Etzler at 218-894-8503 or e-mail connie [email protected]

A free Hospice volunteer train-ing course is held regularly at Lakewood Health System. If you are interested in participating, call Jessica Martensen at 218-894-8082.

for making a difference...Dave Fabian

You’ve heard of physical therapy,

occupational therapy, even massage therapy.

But have you heard of pet therapy?


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Care Center resident, Mildred Klos, visiting with Gretta.

As youprobablyalreadyknow, thegrievingprocessdoesn’t justendafterthelossofsomeoneclosetoyou.Theremindersofday-to-daylivingorspecialeventslikebirthdays,holidaysandanniversariescanbringbackthepangofyourloss—evenyearslater. It’simportanttoknowthatthegriefdoesn’tmagicallygoaway,andthesadfeelingsoflosswillprobablyrevisitonanumberofoccasions.Theremindersdonot,however,“rewind”youinthegrievingprocess.Eventhoughyourgriefcanrevisitforweeksatatime,it’sstillanormalpartoflosingalovedone.Reminderscaninvokefeelingsincluding:• Replayingimagesinyourmindrelatedtoyourlovedone• Sadness• Loneliness• Headaches• Lackofinterestinactivities

TIPS FOR DEALING WITH AWAKENED GRIEFBe reassured.Rememberthatanniversaryreactionsarecommonandnormalandthatthepainfadesastheyearspass—althoughitmaynevergoawaycompletely.

Reminisceabouttherelationshipyouhadwiththepersonwhodied.Trytofocusonthegoodthingsabouttherelationshipandthetimeyouhadtogether,ratherthantheloss.

Plan a distraction.Takeatrip,planavisitwithfriendsorrelatives.

Start a new traditioninyourlovedone’smemory.Forexample,makeadonationtoacharitableorganizationintheperson’snameonbirth-daysorholidays,orplantatreeinhonorofyourlovedone.

Tune out.Limityourexposuretonewsreportsabouttragiceventsifyoubecomemoreanxious,sadordistressed.

Connect with others. Draw family members and friends close toyou.Findsomeonewhoencouragesyoutotalkaboutyourloss.Stayconnectedtoyourusualsupportsystems,suchasspiritualleadersandsocialgroups.Considerjoiningabereavementsupportgroup.

Allow yourself to feelsadnessandasenseofloss.Butalsoallowyour-selftoexperiencejoyandhappinessasyoucelebratespecialtimes.Infact,youmightfindyourselfbothlaughingandcrying.Source: www.mayoclinic.com

•Anger•Anxiety•Nightmares

•Troubleeating•Sleepingproblems•Stomachupset•Cryingspells

Loving MemoriesUnderstanding the grieving process

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GRIEF SUPPORTWhen grief becomes overly intense or painful

Normal grief symptoms gradually start to fade within six months or so. In some cases, though, your grief experience may be much more complicated, painful and debilitating. Your grief may get worse over time instead of better, or it may last for years. In these cases, you may no longer be simply grieving. Your grief may have progressed into a medical disorder, such as depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or complicated grief.

If your grief interferes with your ability to function in your daily life, see your doctor, care provider or mental health provider for evalu-ation and possible treatment.

For grief support and encourage-ment, please call our Chaplains at Lakewood Health System. Mark Shuey at 894-8632 Juli Sutton-Deem at 894-8095

A JOURNEYYou know him as a Psychiatrist. Learn about his journey that led him to psychiatry

and home to Lakewood Health System. “I learned responsibility and work ethic at

an early age.” Growing up on a family dairy farm, Dr. Holub was assigned a lot of

responsibility by his father. He took the active lifestyle from the farm and applied

it to school athletics where he developed a love for baseball and football. After high

school, his passion for athletics lead him to a physical education degree.

Dr. Mark Holub, Psychiatrist

FINDING HIS PATH

He landed a job as a recreational therapist andpracticed for seven years before finishing his mas-ter’s degree to teach Therapeutic Recreation at theUniversity of Minnesota, Minneapolis. His path toLakewood Health System began when he decidedtogobacktoschoolformedicine. In his residency at the Mayo clinic, he realizedhowcutting-edgetheMayowas.“Downthehallfromyouareleadingexpertsonanumberofthings.”TheknowledgeattheMayoclinicwasapparentwhenhewaspreparingforapresentationonanunusualcaseof tuberculosis.At the library,hesearchedto findabook on the case. One book was available, but Dr.Holubfoundthatitwaswrittenbythedoctorhewasto present the case to. “I knew then, the Mayo was

thebest place to learnmedicine.”Dr.Holub finallyfoundhisnicheasapsychiatristduringhisresidency.“Psychiatry probably found me more than I foundit. I have a natural curiosity about people. In thisspecialty,gettingtoknowapatientandlearningabouttheirsituationismyjob.” He said he is frequently asked, “How can youlistentopeople’sproblemsallday?”Hisansweris,“Idon’t.Ihearabouttheproblem,butI’mmorefocusedontheirassetsandwhatmakesthemtick.”Dr.Holubhasaphilosophythataperson’ssituationhasmuchmoretodowith“problems”thantheproblemitself. An exampleof this philosophy is of amanwhowas reaching 80 years old. His dementia was sointense that his wife needed to place him in the

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A JOURNEYnursinghome.Inhistimeatthenursinghome,hewasverycombativeandwantedtoleaveat4:30a.m.and4:30p.m.everyday. “After talkingwithhim, I foundhehadbeenadairy farmerhisentirelife.Hisscheduletomilkthecowswasat4:30a.m.and4:30p.m.everyday.Hisbehaviorwasn’tcombativeatall.Thiswasasituationoftherightguy,wronghome,”saidDr.Holub. Dr.Holub analyzed theman’s situation to adapt tohis behavior.Instead of fighting him at 4:30, the nurses got him up, walked himthrough the halls of the nursing home and asked him questionsaboutfarming.Thecombativebehaviorreduceddramatically. After15yearsasapsychiatrist,Dr.Holubstillsenjoyshiscareer.He joined Lakewood Health System in 2008 as the psychiatrist forLakewoodReflections,LakewoodHealthSystem’sSeniorBehavioralHealthProgram.HeexplainswhyhechoseLakewood:“Itwaspartiallyserendipity; the center where I worked in Brainerd was closing. Inlookingforanewjob,IheardsomanygoodthingsaboutLakewood.ThewayIdomedicineisveryconsistentwithhowthepeopleandthephysicianspractice.It’sallaboutthepatient.” Dr. Holub’s love for psychiatry is actually his second love. HiswifeAnneandtwochildren,ChelseaandEricspendalotoftimeasafamily. They enjoy traveling, camping, fishing, bicycling and justbeinginthegreatoutdoors. Totherightofthisarticle,Dr.Holubincludesafewgeneraltipson maintaining good behavioral health. These guidelines are meanttohelpwithday-to-dayliving.Ifyouhaveadditionalconcerns,contactLakewoodReflections.

DAILY GUIDELINESHelpful tips for day-to-day living

1. The cure for loneliness is people. If you struggle with retirement, find volunteering opportunities at churches, in your community or with service organizations. 2. Make sure you have people that depend on you. It will give you a sense of accomplishment. But also make sure you have someone to depend on. Your support chain amongst friends and family is very important to your mental health. 3. Understand that depression in the elderly isn’t normal. It’s a myth we’re all aware of, but it is just that, a myth. There are safe and effective treatments available. There is help. 4. If you are a caregiver, seek support. The trend of families caring for elderly rather than placing them in nursing homes is beneficial, but caregivers must recharge their batteries.

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Sour Cream Date CookiesFrom the kitchen of Martha Nokes, Staples1/2cupshortening11/2cupbrownsugar2eggs1tsp.vanilla23/4cupsflour1tsp.bakingpowder

1tsp.soda2/3tsp.salt1cupsourcream1cupcutdates1cupnutmeats,cut

Bakeat350,coolandfrost.

Frosting:Meltbuttertogoldenbrown.Cool.Addpowderedsugarandvanilla.Mixwithenoughcreamormilkuntilstiff.

Nana’s Cheese SpreadFrom the kitchen of Dorothea Tower, Staples

2jarsKraftRokacheesespread2jarsKraftOldEnglishcheesespread2sticksmargarine,notbutter

Meltfirstfouringredientsinsaucepanovermediumheat,stirringcontinuously.Addgarlicpowder,stiruntilsmooth.Addwalnutsandpourintoadishandcool.Keeprefrigerated.

2-8oz.packagesofcreamcheese2or3tsp.garlicpowdertotaste

Submit a recipeTo submit your favorite recipe to Words for the Wise, call Maggie at 218-894-8818 or e-mail words4wise@ lakewoodhealthsystem.com

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Look’n BackHow well do you know the 1940s?

1. In1943theworld’slargestofficebuildingwas completed.Itisknownas: A. TheCapitolBuilding B. ThePentagon C. TheHague

2. Thisworldfamousmonumentwasleft incompletein1941whenGutzonBorglumdied. A. MountRushmore B. CrazyHorseMemorial C. WillRogersMemorial

3. Whatwasthemostdreadeddiseaseinthe1940s? A. Smallpox B. Polio C. GermanMeasles

4. AutomobilesdrivingonthePacificCoastHighway duringWWIIwerenotallowedto: A. Makerighthandturns B. Driveover45MPH C. Drivewiththeirheadlightsonafterdark

5. Whowastheglamorousmoviestarwhotraveled withtheU.S.O.duringWWII,thrillingtheenlisted menbydancingwiththem? A. BettyGrable B. MarleneDietrich C. LanaTurner

6. WhatmilitaryactionwasknownasTheBlitz? A. BenitoMussolini’sdecisiontodeclarewaronFrance B. ThesurrenderofJapanonSeptember2,1945 C. ThenightlybombingofLondonandotherBritish cities,bytheGermanLufwaffe

1. B. The Pentagon, 2. A. Mount Rushmore, 3. B. Polio, 4. C. Drive with their headlights on after dark, 5. B. Marlene Dietrich, 6. C. The nightly bombing of London and other British cities http://www.suddenlysenior.com/1940sTRIVIA.html

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TAKE A STROLLBuff your mind & body

For many people, the goal in walking regularly is to improve physical wellness, but recent research shows that walking can also improve mental functioning. Even small walks lasting only 15 minutes can have lasting effects which include:• Reduced stress • Cleared mind• Improved creative thinking• Solve problems • More restful sleep• Deepened feelings of self- motivation and personal will • Release of adrenaline to help boost your mood • Release of endorphins to help relieve pain

Source: www.aarp.org

Note: before beginning any walking program, consult your physician.

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Mind PuzzlerA feast for your mind

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Sleep Facts• Sleepisasimportantasairandwater• Womenaremorelikelytosufferfrominsomniathanmen• Qualitysleeppromotesgoodmentalhealth,weightmanagementandincreasedenergy• Obstructivesleepapneaisascommonasasthma• Fibromyalgia,painandrestlesslegsyndromecancausesleepproblems• 61percentofmenopausalwomensufferfromsleepproblems

Tips for Good Sleep1. Ifyoucan’tsleep,engageinarelaxingactivity2. Keepyourbedroomtemperaturetoaround68degrees3. Don’twatchtheclock!4. Avoidlateafternoonnaps5. Useyourbedroomforsleeponly6. Exerciseregularly,butdon’texercisewithinfourhoursofbedtime7. Takeawarmbathbeforebed8. Ifyou’rehavingproblemssleeping,consultyourphysician;he/shecanhelpyou

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S U P P O R T G R O U P SMeetings held at Lakewood Health System’s Main or Senior Campus

Multiple Sclerosis5/14, 6/11 4:00 - 5:30 p.m., Senior CampusCall: Angela at 218-894-8393

Gastric Bypass 5/12, 6/9 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Senior CampusCall: Jena at 218-894-8509

AWAKE/Sleep Apnea 5/21, 6/18 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., Main CampusCall: Troy at 218-894-8499

Better Breathers/COPD 5/19, 6/161:30 - 3:30 p.m., Main CampusCall: Kirsten at 218-894-8806

C L I N I C SWomen at HeartHeart Disease Risk Assessment, 5/21, 7/16 Lakewood Health System, Main CampusCall: 218-894-1515 for appt.

Foot Care Clinic5/5, 5/8, 6/2, 6/12 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Lakewood Health System, Senior Campus

Foot Care Clinic 5/15, 6/19, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Scandia Valley Town Hall

Foot Care Clinic 5/22, 6/26, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Lakewood Health System, Motley ClinicCall: Gloria at 218-296-1489

E V E N T S / E D U C A T I O N The Blues: Not a Normal Part of Aging5/27, 6/241:30-3:00 p.m., Lakewood Health System, Main CampusCall: Corrie at 218-296-1446

“Go Red for Women” Luncheon4/30 9:00 a.m. - 1 p.m., The Lodge in Brainerd Call: Kristen at 218-894-8577

HealthBEAT: Wound & Ostomy 5/21 4:00 p.m., Lakewood Health System, Main CampusCall: Kristen at 218-894-8577

HealthBEAT: Palliative Care 5/27 9 a.m., Lakewood Health System, Main CampusCall: Kristen at 218-894-8577

Relay for Life & Survivor’s Picnic6/5 4:30 p.m.,Staples Motley High SchoolCall: Maggie at 218-894-8818

Conference on Aging6/3 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Central Lakes College in StaplesCall: Maggie at 218-894-8818

HealthBEAT: Taking Care of Aging Parents6/17 7:00 p.m., Lakewood Health System, Main CampusCall: Kristen at 218-894-8577

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ON-STAFF SPECIALISTSOB/GYNCarol Uhlman, M.D.

ONCOLOGYJohn Weitz, M.D.

PSYCHIATRYMark Holub, M.D.Deb Herbaugh, R.N., C.N.S.

PSYCHOLOGYJulie Eggers-Huber, PsyD, L.P.

RHEUMATOLOGYKathryn Riordan, M.D.

SURGICAL SERVICESSandra Hanson, M.D., F.A.C.S.Patricia Mahoney, M.D.

VISITING SPECIALISTSCARDIOLOGY

GASTROENTEROLOGY

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Specialists are seen under the guid-ance of your family medicine physi-cian, call 218-894-1515 or 800-525-1033 to make an appointment.

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