Adult Day Care Center of Las Vegas 901 N. Jones Blvd.

Las Vegas, NV 89108 P: 702.648.3425 F: 702.648.1408

M-F 6:30 AM—6:30 PM SAT 8:00 AM—6:00 PM SUN 8:00 AM—6:00 PM

Adult Day Care Center of Henderson 1201 Nevada State Drive

Henderson, NV 89002 P: 702.368.2273 F: 702.243.2273

M-F 6:30 AM—6:30 PM SAT 8:00 AM—6:00 PM

Closed Sundays

www.nevadaseniorservices.org

Adult Day Care Center of Las Vegas

Newsletter

July/August 2020

NEVADA SENIOR SERVICES

STAY HEALTHY—STAY COOL This July and

August. The atmosphere of pride and patriotism will

be strong as we continue our fun Red , White and

Blue Peace activities. The color Red represents

energy, White represents purity, and Blue has shown

to lower one’s heart rate, blood pressure and calms breathing. We are

celebrating our country’s birthday the entire month of July- A great time

to enhance our pride in America and the privilege of being an American

Citizen and three American values: Freedom, Equality and Justice for

ALL. July is kicking off with a wonderful 4th of July, Bar-B-Que prepared

by Chefs Lori, Darren and Sous Chef Cynthia. LOOKING INTO AUGUST…

Celebrating Happiness-Happens. Happiness is a choice. Be happy in the

moment that you can smile, laugh, dance & sing. August is Make a New

Friend and Art Appreciation Month. Art expands our creative and

intellectual horizons and allows us to be free to express the beauty we

all have inside. We will have a Hawaiian Luau on August 21st at Jones.

We would like everyone to wear their favorite Hawaiian shirt or dress.

There will be Karaoke, fun games and prizes. Aloha! Backyard House

Party on August 26 at Henderson. Dress cool and casual for delicious

Bar B Que, music, and fun outdoor games! Enjoy!

Temporarily Closed Sundays Temporarily Closed Saturdays

Highlights

Joy in Flight. Paper

Airplane Day !

JOKE DAY! MOCKTAIL Happy Hour!

Birthday Corner July Our Monthly Birthday Celebrations are held on the 4th Wednesday of the month

Daily Activities @ 1:30:

Mondays- Poetry

Tuesdays- Vintage Comedy & Mystery TV

Wednesdays- Drama Class

Thursdays- Travel “Doing Virtual Las Vegas”

Fridays- Themed Art Activities

Saturdays- Movie Matinees

Thursdays at 10:00 Sign Language with Tasha

HENDERSON MASSIMO A. 7/29

MARY W. 7/30

LAS VEGAS

7/19 CATHREEN W.

7/20 JERZINE C.

7/21 YURIKO O.

7/24 CARLOS R.

7/26 ANNIE H.

7/26 SIRA C.

7/29 MASSIMO A.

Coronavirus Concerns Update

In accordance with CDC guidance, to protect our adult day care centers and all of our

vulnerable senior clients, we are making every effort to not risk the wellbeing of our own staff

or our clients by allowing anyone to be exposed to individuals who could bring the COVID-19

virus in to our facilities.

What Is Nevada Senior Services Doing to Protect Your Loved One? We have doubled our cleaning efforts including facility disinfecting both during the day at night.

We have provided additional staff training including precautions.

We have increased prevention measures including our emphasis on staff hand washing and use of

gloves and masks.

We have increased monitoring of staff and clients’ health looking for any possible symptoms.

We are in close touch for updates with the Southern Nevada Health District.

What Do Older Adults & Individuals with Disabilities Need to Know? Avoiding close contact with people who are sick

Avoiding touching your eyes, nose, and mouth

Keep your social distancing 6 to 10 feet from others

Stay home when you are sick

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. (AND...wash your hands!)

Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or

wipe.

Wash Your Hands!

Wash your hands often with soap and water, for at least 20 seconds. (Still the rule)

Guidelines for our returning day care center clients and out of state travel or visitors:

Contact Nursing at your center.

Any adult day care client who has been absent for any period of time, must be fully screened by our own

Nursing Staff before re-admittance.

If an adult day care and/or respite client has traveled or has been in contact with a visitor from out of

state, or overseas, it is our policy that they must self-quarantine for 14 days once they return to their

primary residence or from the date of their last out of state visitor contact. It is our Policy to record the

date when the 14 days of self-quarantine has commenced and when it will end.

*If you believe your loved one has had an exposure to someone with Coronavirus or if you have any concerns about

your loved one’s health, please check-in with our nurses or ask Dee Dee (702.333.1518) to have one of our nursing

team schedule a telephone call with you. Our clients are our most important concern. We will provide you with

updates should additional information become available. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

WE ARE ZOOMING! Chasing Away the Corona Blues! Free Wellness

Zoom Webinar for Seniors Join us for a FREE 1 hour Wellness Seminar with Ellen

Grossman and Nora Kraidman from Nevada Senior Services, "Chasing Away The Corona

Blues!" We will talk about how to manage our health and mood during this challenging time.

We will be sharing positive ways to manage our time, find fun activities to keep us

active & (safely) socially engaged, and discover relaxation techniques

and helpful resources. Contact Ellen:

egrossman@nevadaseniorservices.org 702-333-1546

GET YOUR SMILE ON & SUPPORT NEVADA

SENIOR SERVICES– It’s a WIN-WIN!

If you are an Amazon Shopper and login to

smile.amazon.com, you can shop as you normally would and when you designate Nevada

Senior Services, Amazon donates a portion of your sale to Nevada Senior Services! So EASY!

Go to: https://www.smithsfoodanddrug.com/

Go to: Sign In (top right of page)

“Sign In” if you have already registered an account or

“Create Account” to register a new account

Click on Inspiring Donation tab at left of page

Search and Choose Nevada Senior Services as your charity of choice

Now your purchases will benefit Nevada Senior Services ! Thanks!

HELP NEVADA SENIOR SERVICES

EVERY TIME YOU SHOP AT SMITHS!

It’s SOOOO EASY…

CRAFT IDEA: Make a cloth mask

without sewing! Use

a tightly woven

cotton fabric.

Get creative! Wash

after every use in

hot water and hot

dryer.

See a demo on the CDC website with Surgeon General https://

www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPx1yqvJgf4

More information about proper use of masks CDC https://www.cdc.gov/

coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cloth-face-cover-

*******Temporaraily Closed on Sundays—Check with Reception

Dehydration & Older Adults By Catie Chung PhD, RN, CNE, Touro University NV

We’ve already had plenty of sunshine and heat, haven’t we? Some of us love

it, some not so much. But all of us need to keep in mind how much the heat

affects the bodies of older adults. Older bodies don’t feel thirst as quickly as younger

bodies do. So by the time an older adult realizes they are thirsty, dehydration may have

started. That’s why it’s so important to encourage beverages and drink throughout the day.

Water is the best! If you are not a fan of plain water, try adding fruit right into the water for

a nice refreshing change. Any beverage is better than no beverage, but if caffeinated

beverages are part of the menu, try to mix in some non-caffeinated beverages as well. If

someone has memory loss, the risks of dehydration are even higher because people with

dementia can’t always express their thirst or discomfort. For older adults, dehydration can

cause increased confusion, dizziness, and urinary tract infections. And we know those are

not good for anyone! Stay Cool– Stay Hydrated!

Keeping Buzzzzy at Home:

Watch for online activities with Dee Dee,

Eileen, Marcy, Nora and Betty:

Art Activities

Poetry

Sign Language

Breathing/Relaxation/ Chair Yoga

Brain Games

Morning Routines

Check Out Online Links on our website :

Http://nevadaseniorservices.org/onlineactivities

On behalf of our entire family of helpful, caring professionals at The Adult Day Care Centers of Las Vegas

& Henderson, we would like to thank you for continually being an important and appreciated part of our

organization. As we continue to strive to make our Centers a place of caring and fun for all our

participants, always remember our doors are always open to you and your family members’ needs.

Thank you for choosing us!

Dee Dee Woodberry

SOME TIPS FROM YOUR FRIENDLY STAFF:

NURSING UPDATES:

Dolores Maceda is our Lead Nurse. She works at both Centers.

Keep away the flu– Wash your hands, Wash your hands & Wash your hands. Nurses Las Vegas: Dolores, Abigail, Rosie, & Genie 702-333-1526

Nurses Henderson: Dolores, Genie & Steven 702-888-3480

TAKING CARE FROM YOUR AIDES /FLOOR STAFF:

If loved ones get chilly, you might bring a jacket or sweater (even in warmer

months when the AC is cool). Please write your loved-ones’ name in their

coats, sweaters, jackets, pants, shirts and hats.

LV—Dorothy, Hope, Maria, Byron, Alice, Arturo, Anna, Fred, Alex, and Tasha

Henderson—Betty, Eileen, Veniana, Kaylee & Anna

CARING WORDS FROM SOCIAL WORK & CASE MANAGEMENT:

Contact us anytime for information and support . Remember we can assist you with respite

care voucher applications through Helping Hands of Vegas Valley and the Alzheimer’s

Association.

Marcy Cherek, LSW, MSW 702-333-1538

Nora Kraidman MS, GCM 702-333-1548 & 702-888-3561 (Henderson- Tues.

or Thursdays)

CLIENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVES:

Please watch for letters sent home with loved-ones. These are typically

follow-up requests for bus fees, personal supply needs, etc. Thanks!

Maria & Marisela—Las Vegas 702-648-3425

Nicole & Maria—Henderson 702-368-2273

NEVADA SENIOR SERVICES Caregiver Programs & Groups

Caregiver Support Groups (Now on Zoom)

Adult Day Care Center of Las Vegas 901 N. Jones, Las Vegas

1st & 3rd Wednesdays 10:00 am—11:00 am

Adult Day Care Center of Henderson 1201 Nevada State Drive, Henderson

2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Senior Wellness Programs

GAP Geriatric Assessment Program-a free medical assessment program for senior adults 60 years of age and

older. The 2 hour assessment includes memory screening and mood scale, medication review, nutrition review, eye

sight screening, function/fall risk assessment and medical assessment. GAP clinic includes a Geriatric Physician,

Occupational Therapist, Social Worker and Nurse. GAP addresses Caregiver concerns and can also provide/renew

adult day care annual physicals. To schedule, Call 702-368-2273 or for detailed information 702-333-1546

Be Well Series are free lunch and learn programs for senior adults 60+ presented throughout the Las Vegas Valley.

There are 3 modules of the Be Well Series covering information on Nutrition, “Chasing the Blues Away” and Sleep.

Each program has a seated activity including yoga, chi kung, laughing yoga, dance, mindfulness and relaxation

techniques. 702-333-1546 (Currently on Zoom )

Aging Mastery Program This NCOA program is designed to empower older adults to make and maintain small but

impactful changes in their lives. The ten classes, facilitated by experts in their field, explore navigating longer lives,

physical activity, sleep, healthy eating and hydration, financial fitness, medication management, advanced

planning, healthy relationships, falls prevention, and community engagement. 702-333-1546 (Currently on hold )

NEEDT.P? CONTACT THE CARE

CONNECTION RESOURCE

CENTER AT 702-364-2273

Many thanks to our angels, Julie and Jennifer McIntosh

from Compassion Care Hospice for their donation of

578 rolls of much-needed toilet paper for our home-

bound seniors and individuals in need.

NEVADA SENIOR SERVICES Care Partner Institute: 702-364-2273

Toll free 844-850-5113

ccrc@nevadaseniorservices.org

FREE PROGRAMS FOR CAREGIVERS:

RCI REACH A program with one-on-one coaching and support for individuals

who care for someone with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Facilitated with a

social worker.

Skills 2 Care A program with occupational therapy strategies for individuals

who care for someone with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Care Consultation Telephone support for ALL caregivers across the lifespan

Caring for You, Caring for Me A ten-hour workshop with professional and family caregivers working together

to reduce barriers and improve the caregiving experience

Care Transitions Supports adults with memory loss and their caregivers for care transitions from hospital

to home.

ONE

STOP

ACCESS

NEVADA CARE CONNECTION RESOURCE CENTER

A free program providing one-on-one decision support for older adults,

caregivers and individuals with

disabilities

Call 702-364-2273 or Toll Free 844-850-5113

Services Include:

Advocacy

Benefits Counseling

Care Planning

Access to Services

Medicare Savings &

Extra Help with

prescriptions

SNAP food program

Ramp Home Safety Modifications For senior adults 60+ grab bars, threshold ramps, raised toilet

seats, tub modifications, etc. 702-538-8743.

Respite Care & Support Services In home respite services 702-333-1599

Care Partner Institute

HENDERSON

Mondays

Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

* Call to set up an

appointment

ish List:

Items we ALWAYS NEED:

Bingo gift items

Art Supplies—acrylic paint, brushes, colored paper, markers, canvas boards, Mod Podge, etc.

Decaf coffee

Incontinence items

Baby dolls– Washable stuffed animals

Gift cards—Grocery, Michaels Craft Store, 99¢ only Stores, Amazon, etc.

Masks & Gloves

Want to Volunteer? Office, Outreach Programs, Newsletter, Fundraising, etc. Call Ellen 702-333-1546

Many Thanks to our Generous Donors and Supporters:

Nevada Senior Services is an equal opportunity pro-

vider and operates with the support of Nevada ADSD

and the Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Thank you to Ada

Ngo, Kaden Dao, Ron

Horsley and Michelle Luna from

Martini Nail Bar 1190 E Silverado Ranch

Blvd, Suite 100, LV donated 5,000

Masks to Nevada Senior Services Care

Connection Resource Center.