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ISSUE 4 APRIL 2016 VOLUME 19 EVENTS & OUTINGS FOR
APRIL 2016 2
LOOKING AHEAD TO
MAY 2016 2
FROM THE DESK OF THE
ADMINISTRATOR 3
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 6
COLLEEN’S CHICKEN
NOODLE SOUP RECIPE 6
VOLUNTEER NEWS 7
I had the pleasure to sit and visit with Pauline ‘Pug’ Bunker in the beautiful halls of Recovery Road on a sunny spring morning. She was born and raised in Jackson to her loving parents, Pauline and Otto Ehlert. Pug went to Vandercook Lake Schools where her favorite subject was Band and she played the French horn. She said she didn’t really like Geography very much. She was raised with five other siblings. Pug’s mother was a housewife and kept very busy with the children, while her father was a Rural Mail Carrier.
Pug met her second husband, William Bunker, at a neighbor’s house while visiting. They were married for
a very long time until his passing. The couple raised five children together; Lawrence, Thomas, Steven, Paula Sue, and Bill. Lawrence and his wife married and moved to Georgia where William and Pug visited them every year for 14 years in a row. Thomas was very athletic and kept them busy with sports. He liked Cross Country Running the best. She said Steven liked to learn; he attended Jackson Community College. Paula was a very good student and liked to play the flute in band. While Bill kept her quite busy with Cross Country. He was a drum major in the band and played the trumpet. William and Pug were the proud grandparents to eight grandchildren.
Pug’s hobbies were collecting miniature horse statues and lighthouses. She and her husband “liked gardening a lot” she said. They grew vegetables to feed the family and grew a lot of flowers, too. She spent most of her time at work for Johnny’s Tree Service full time answering telephones, taking orders and invoicing the customers.
Thank you, Pug, for being Resident of the Month for April.
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April 4: Please come down and join us for our April Resident Council. It is open to all Residents and we would
very much like to hear what you have to say.
April 5: We hold our Tai-Chi classes led by Fred every Tuesday. Please come down and try it. Everybody has stress and Fred leads all of us into giving up that stress and finding peace. It’s great—come down and try it.
April 6: We will be going out to lunch at Lone Star
Steakhouse. Anyone interested in getting a steak or a burger please tell your Activity Assistant that you would like to go.
April 8: It will (hopefully) be getting warmer with more sunny days, and while we really enjoy our Ice Cream Social in the winter, we always look forward to having our Social in the spring and summer. Come on down and taste our great ice cream and pop corn.
April 11: At 1:30 pm, we will hold our Meditation Time in The Oasis and at 2:30 pm we will celebrate our April birthdays with a party. So
come on down and try out our Meditation Time and then come down for some yummy cake and music by Virginia.
April 13: We are going to Firekeepers Casino to try out a little gambling. This trip fills up so quickly and this is will be
the first of the season. We will go every other month so if the trip is full, we will put you on the list for the next trip.
April 20: We are starting up a new event! Each month we will be “traveling” to a new place. Our wonderful Activity
Staff will present information, have PowerPoints and pictures of where ever we might be exploring each month. Our first travel was well received. We will be traveling to Paris in the spring time this month.
April 28: It’s time for one of our very favorite and popular shows - David’s
Cooking Show. It is a lot of fun and also very tasty.
April 29: We will be going on an ‘Out & About’
to see the country side and hopefully the
beginnings of spring in Michigan. The is a nice
outing without
having to get on
and off the bus.
Please inform your Activity Assistant if you are interested in attending one of these outings. All events are subject to
spontaneous change.
May 5: Out to Storyfest to listen to a professional storyteller
May 18: Lunch at Olive Garden
May 26: Lunch at Lone Star Steakhouse
While we would love to take every Resident on every outing, it is logistically impossible to do so. Please know that the Activities Team keeps track of everyone that attends an outing and tries to be as fair when assigning the outings. If there is an outing that you would like
JCMCF to try out, please tell your Activity Assistant.
We are always looking for new places to go! ~Julie Backus, Activity Director
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JCMCF smells like heavenly enchantment. There is a pervasive scent of good food coupled with the wonderful aroma of healing oils. CarePartners have been using aromatherapy at JCMCF since 2011. This unique, organic, non-invasive remedy can be used in many areas of nursing care. From relaxation to appetite stimulation, aromatherapy is a safe, helpful, natural way to approach curative measures in the older population. Aromatherapy is recognized by the National Institute of Health and is evidence based treatment for many health and wellbeing challenges.
JCMCF offers a variety of evidence based holistic care models and activities. Included in our programing are music, art and movement. We believe that an engaged life, when engaged in things meaningful to the person, is a much fuller and happier life.
When you tour the neighborhoods and common space at JCMCF, you may see a group practicing Tai Chi a gentle form of ancient martial arts. You may hear music calming and soothing to the ear. You will see many plants that grace the halls and rooms creating a unique environment of care. There is often a meditation group calmly sitting in the interfaith chapel in deep relaxation. There are church services and there is singing.
At JCMCF we involve our Elders, Families, and our CarePartners in the development of care plans that place our Elders as central focus. This means we tell the care story from the perspective of our Elder in the form of “I Care Plans” and let them or those closest to them, make the choices that directly affect their lives and care. The Eden Alternative is at the center of this way of care sharing.
JCMCF offers an environment of care where Human Beings and their choices are respected. Here they can reach their potential and continue their pursuit of happiness with the support and kindness of our CarePartners. We believe in sharing the lives and care of our Elders in a holistic way, speaking to mind body and spirit. This is who we are and this is what we do and I am grateful for it. ~Sandy Place, Administrator
John Gowdy April 2 Patricia Straub April 4
Jamea Church-Pizion April 8 Elizabeth Zeigler April 9
Eleanor Drouillard April 10 Margaret Irelan April 12
Joan Truman April 13 Richard Spangler April 16
Alice Chambers April 18 Victoria Kusiak April 19
Wilma Rusiecki April 19 Karen Harris April 26
Gary Salisbury April 26 Lynn Hoaglin April 26
Donald Hatch April 28 Marylin Parker April 29
Barbara Hall April 30
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David recently treated us to Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup at his cooking show. He honored our late friend,
Colleen Smith, by using her recipe. Colleen was a member of the Dietary Team for years and is missed very much.
Colleen’s Chicken Soup with Homemade Old-Fashioned Noodles
Ingredients: for the soup:
⅓ cup chicken base or chicken bouillon dissolved in 1 gal-
lon water (alternatively, use 1 gallon of chicken stock or canned chicken broth) ½ cup each of: diced carrot, diced celery and diced onion 1-2 cups diced cooked chicken for the noodles: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. table salt 2 eggs ½ cup water Directions: Bring the chicken broth to a simmer in a large sauce pan or a small stock pot then add vegetables. While
vegetables simmer in stock, make the noodles. Place the flour on a clean work surface. Add the salt and with your hands, mix to combine. Form the flour
into a mound and make a well in the middle of the mound. Add the eggs to the well and mix with your hands until the eggs are beaten together. Gradually bring some of the flour into the egg bringing in more little by little until a dry dough starts to form (it will look crumbly and dry). Add water a little at a time and continue mixing just until a soft dough forms that holds together (you may not use the whole ½ cup of water). The dough should be soft and pliable but not sticky. If it gets too sticky, add some flour a little at a time and knead into the dough until it is no longer sticky.
Set the dough aside and clean then dry the work surface. Flour the dry work surface generously then roll out ½ the dough (depending on the size of your work
surface you may need to roll out ¼ of the dough at a time) until it is about ⅛ to ¼ inch thick; use plenty of flour and flip the dough frequently as you roll to keep it well floured on both sides.
Using a pizza cutter or Eppicotispai pasta cutter (see below), cut the dough into long ¼ inch wide strands. Cut strands into shorter lengths if desired. Toss noodles with flour so they don't stick together then repeat process with the remaining piece(s) of dough.
Add the noodles a handful at a time to the simmering broth stirring after each handful. When all the noodles have been added, bring the broth back to a simmer and allow to cook for 15-20 minutes or until noodles are tender.
Add chicken and salt and pepper to taste. Eppicotispai Stainless Steel Rolling Cutter is available on Amazon.com or at kitchen gadget stores. The model pictured to the right can be found on Amazon for $17.64.
APRIL OUTINGS
Lunch at Lone Star Restaurant
Wednesday, April 6th
Firekeepers Casino
Thursday, April 21st
Volunteers Needed, please contact
Renee at 517-782-2151
April Trivia
1.If you were born on April 15th , what would
your zodiac sign be?
A. Aries B. Cancer C. Scorpio D. Libra
2. What is April’s birthstone?
A. Sapphire B. Emerald C. Ruby D. Diamond.
3.Which classic board game is honored on
April 13th?
A. Monopoly B. Clue Chess C. Chess
D. Scrabble
3.What fast food franchised opened their
doors on April15th, 1955?
A. Dairy Queen B. Jack in the Box.
C. McDonalds D. A&W
4. What is the April flower?
A. Sweat Pea B. Peony C. Daisy D. A&C
Answers: 1.A, 2.D, 3.D, 4. D
Words of Encouragement for All
The World is hugged by the faithful
arms of Volunteers.
Thank you, you are so appreciated.
Editor: Renee Dowding Volunteer Coordinator April, 2016
Volunteer Coordinator
Renee Dowding Ext. 177,
Direct line 517-782-2151
April Dates to Remember
April 1st April Fools Day
April 15th Tax Day
April 22nd Earth Day
April 26th Plant a Tree Day
April 23rd Passover starts
April 30th Passover ends
April 30th Jazz Day
National Volunteer WeekNational Volunteer WeekNational Volunteer Week April 10April 10April 10---16,201616,201616,2016
We Thank You!We Thank You!We Thank You!
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Deborah, Director of Nursing ext. 106 [email protected]
Julie, Activities & Social Work Director ext. 166 [email protected]
David, Registered Dietitian & Dietary Director ext. 174 [email protected]
Travis, Case Management Director ext. 108 [email protected]
Dennis, Maintenance Director ext. 127 [email protected]
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Anna, Human Resources Director ext. 103 [email protected]
Jennifer, Business Office Manager ext. 132 [email protected]
Lisa, Resident Accounts ext. 116 [email protected]
Karen, Restorative Nurse Manager ext. 164 [email protected]
Sarah, Clinical Reimbursement Specialist ext. 176 [email protected]
Rayniece, Admissions Coordinator ext. 101 [email protected]
Christine, DHS Eligibility Specialist ext. 102 [email protected]
Renee, Volunteer Coordinator ext. 177 [email protected]
Trish, Executive Administrative Assistant/Editor ext. 105 [email protected]
We envision providing a community where Residents engage their hearts,
minds and souls.
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of our Residents. Our diverse and engaged staff provide an enriched, caring environment. Through a person centered
culture, we exceed the expectations of our commitment.
WHISPERING WILLOWS - Neighborhood 1:
Carissa, Neighborhood Nurse Manager ext. 130 [email protected]
Deanna, Social Worker ext. 143 [email protected]
Wendy, Activity Assistant ext. 167 [email protected]
RECOVERY ROAD - Neighborhood 2:
Jeani, Neighborhood Nurse Manager ext. 148 [email protected]
Shelby, Social Worker ext. 149 [email protected]
Kim, Activity Assistant ext. 138 [email protected]
COZY CORNER - Neighborhood 3:
Karen, Neighborhood Nurse Manager ext. 178 [email protected]
Maggie, Social Worker ext. 136 [email protected]
Beverly, Activity Assistant ext. 150 [email protected]
EVERGREEN MEADOWS - Neighborhood 4:
Beth, Neighborhood Nurse Manager ext. 128 [email protected]
Erika, Social Worker ext. 155 [email protected]
Michelle, Activity Assistant ext. 144 [email protected]
Complaints? Complaints? Concerns? ext. 250 [email protected]
DHHS BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
S. Bradford Williams, Chair Harry Wilson, Member
Kenny Price, Member Zoe Lyons, Secretary
The next meeting of the DHS/JCMCF Board is scheduled for Friday, April 22, 2016 at JCMCF. The meeting will begin at 9 am with the
agenda for JCMCF, followed by the agenda for the DHHS.
MICHIGAN LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM
Birdie Franklin Lansing Office 866.485.9393