New Brighton Care Centerand Senior Suites of New Brighton

The Three Trees A Folktale for Easter

Once upon a mountain top, three little trees stood and dreamed of what they wanted to become when they grew up. The first little tree looked up at the stars and said: "I want to hold treasure. I want to be covered with gold and filled with precious stones. I'll be the most beautiful treasure chest in the world!" The second little tree looked out at the small stream trickling by on its way to the ocean. "I want to be traveling mighty waters and carrying powerful kings. I'll be the strongest ship in the world!" The third little tree looked down into the valley below where busy men and women worked in a busy town. "I don't want to leave the mountain top at all. I want to grow so tall that when people stop to look at me, they'll raise their eyes to heaven and think of God. I will be the tallest tree in the world."

Years passed and the little trees grew tall. One day three woodcutters climbed the mountain. The first woodcutter looked at the first tree and said, "This tree is beautiful. It is perfect for me." With a swoop of his shining ax, the first tree fell. "Now I shall be made into a beautiful chest, I shall hold wonderful treasure!" the first tree said. The second woodcutter looked at the second tree and said, "This tree is strong. It is perfect for me." With a swoop of his shining ax, the second tree fell. "Now I shall sail mighty waters!" thought the second tree. "I shall be a strong ship for mighty kings!" The third tree felt her heart sink when the last woodcutter looked her way. She stood straight and tall and pointed bravely to heaven. But the woodcutter never even looked up. "Any kind of tree will do for me." He muttered. With a swoop of his shining ax the third tree fell. Continued on page 2

April 2015 Newsletter

Dear Family and Friends, New Brighton Care Center & Senior Suites Assisted Living offers E-Mail service via our website. The purpose of this service is to provide an easy and time saving way, for family and friends of residents at either of our care campus locations to send e-mail messages. Staying connected has never been easier. Please try it out and pass the information onto others!

How it works-•Visit our website: www.newbrightoncarecenter.com•On the lower right corner of the page there is a button for “Resident E-mail.”•Once you click that button it will take you to the Resident E-mail page.•Follow the directions on the page. You can now also send photos that will be attached to your message that is delivered to the resident.Directions on how to send photos will be available once you send a message.

We have already had wonderful participation…Thanks a lot, Ryan Chies, Assistant Administrator.

The first tree rejoiced when the woodcutter brought her to a carpenter's shop. But the carpenter fashioned the tree into a feed box for animals. The once beautiful tree was not covered with gold, nor with treasure. She was coated with sawdust and filled with hay for hungry farm animals. The second tree smiled when the woodcutter took her to a shipyard, but no mighty ship was made that day. Instead, the once strong tree was hammered and sawed into a simple fishing boat. She was too small and too weak to sail to an ocean, or even a river. Instead she was taken to a little lake. The third tree was confused when the woodcutter cut her into strong beams and left her in a lumberyard. "What happened?" The once tall tree wondered. "All I ever wanted was to stay on the mountain top and point to God..."

Many, many days and nights passed. The three trees nearly forgot their dreams. But one night, golden starlight poured over the first tree as a young woman placed her newborn baby in the feed box. "I wish I could make a cradle for him," her husband whispered. The mother squeezed his hand and smiled as the starlight shone on the smooth and the sturdy wood. "This manger is beautiful," she said. And suddenly the first tree knew he was holding the greatest treasure in the world.One evening a tired traveler and his friends crowded into the old fishing boat. The traveler fell asleep as the second tree quietly sailed out into the lake. Soon a thundering and thrashing storm arose. The little tree shuddered. She knew she did not have the strength to carry so many passengers safely through the wind and the rain. The tired man awakened. He stood up, stretched out his hand and said, "Peace." The storm stopped as quickly as it had begun. And suddenly the second tree knew he was carrying the King of heaven and earth.One Friday morning, the third tree was startled when her beams were yanked from the forgotten woodpile. She flinched as she was carried through an angry jeering crowd. She shuddered when soldiers nailed a man's hands to her. As she was lifted up on the mountain top she felt ugly and harsh and cruel. But on Sunday morning, when the sun rose and the earth trembled with joy beneath her, the third tree knew that God's love had changed everything. Now every time people saw her she could point them to God, and that was what she wanted all along.

Resident of the month:

Lauri L.

REMINDER:Buck Bingo is every 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Birthday Party is every 2nd

Thursday of the month. Bible Study every Wednesday at 6:pm.

April Special Events4/1 Resident Council Meeting

4/3 Shoot N’ Eggs!

4/7 Show N’ Tell

4/8 Bread Tasting Social!

4/9 Volunteer /Birthday party

4/10 Music /The Savage Boys!

4/15 Mini Donuts!

4/20 Piano Recital/Mary’s Kids!

4/22 Music/Scott F.

4/30 Ice Cream Floats!

Piano with Brady every Wednesday at 4:00pm

The Staff at NBCCWould like to acknowledge the followingresidents who have left us to soon.

Marlene L., Florence B.,Willis W.

Sharon L. 4/9Patricia E. 4/10Barbara G. 4/12Theresa H. 4/18Ferol M. 4/20

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March 2015The meeting was held on Wednesday March 4, 2015, at 2:30pm. Residents who were present: Lauri L., Bill C., Audrey L., Jean G., Lillian C., Millie S., Ferol M., Sharon L., Marlene L., Gloria H., Helen F. and Theresa H.Staff who were present: Shelly M. , Sheri I. and Wendy C.The meeting was called to order by: Willis W. and Millie S.Will S. our new Social Worker, was present at the meeting to meet some of the residents and to address any concerns they may have had.

Residents were informed of upcoming events for March 2015. Residents didn’t voice any new ideas for activities, when asked.

Any concerns they might of had were directed to proper departments. Residents are encouraged to speak directly to the DON/ADON about any concerns or issues with nursing throughout the month. Also, any concerns in dietary they may speak directly to the Dietary Manager about them.Meal of the month : Reuben's, green cole slaw, green onions, and green jello cake.Resident of the month for April is Lauri L.

#8-#9 Bill of rights were read to the residents.Meeting was adjourned at 3:30pm with Willis W. and Jean G. closing.Next meeting is scheduled for April 1, 2015 at 2:30pm.

Ombudsman: Sally Schoephoerster can be reached at: 651-431-2550Family Members:

If interested in having a family council meeting , please speak to Shelly in the activity department or Will in Social services, and we’d be happy to set something up.

Remember, pets are welcome to visit, but must be on a leach at all times, and they are not allowed in the dining room or other residents rooms without their permission!

When ordering a newspaper for your family member, please call the newspaper of your choice, and inform the business office so we can ensure delivery.In room materials are available from the Activities department such as books, games, puzzle books, cards, talking books, cd’s, movie’s, greeting cards and stationary.You can buy stamps and batteries from the business office, during business hours. Your family Ministers are welcome to come visit family members at anytime.When bringing in clothing for your family, please remember to mark their names on them. If you should need a marker, ask any staff and they can get you one to use.

R E S I D E N T C O U N C I L M I N U T E S

APRIL 2015 From the Desk of the Administrator, Michael R. ChiesHow do you handle change? Some people like the excitement of change and others are content to “leave things the way they were”. I personally enjoy the work of building good operating systems and only refining them when needed. I like stability and consistency and changing things requires more energy than I would prefer to expend. Saying that, our profession requires that we continually adapt to changes happening around us so we really don’t have much to say about it IF we want to remain progressive.People and positions change, that’s life. I have always enjoyed having long time employee’s as part of our TEAM. They bring stability, consistency, and positively contribute to our efforts and our TEAM. However, staff retire, get sick, and move on to other opportunities, that’s life. I have been a lucky guy to be able to have my family involved in our business. My wife Jackie works in the Business Office handling payroll, HR, payables and many, many, other important tasks. She has been part of the organization for most of her life. My youngest son Brady is head of Maintenance and does a wonderful job fixing, repairing, and maintaining things around the facility. He comes in for emergency repairs, snow removal, and does a great job. My oldest son, Ryan, has also been part of the organization since he was 2-3 years old. Ryan has an Administrator’s License and has been my assistant for many years. He has done almost every job in the facility. Ryan has made many contributions to the facility in all the years he has been with us. I would like everyone to know that Ryan has accepted a new job and as of this writing, is no longer a full time employee with us. While this is sad news for our family, we are excited and supportive of Ryan as he has so much to offer. Ryan was offered a position as one of two Administrators for North Ridge Health Care Campus in New Hope!! North Ridge is the largest senior campus in Minnesota. Ryan is a very smart, motivated and genuine person. He has gained respect with all staff here at the New Brighton Care Center and will be missed by all. I am so very proud of Ryan and the rest of my family for their heartfelt concern about the New Brighton Care Center. I wish Ryan the best of luck with his new job and have always appreciated having him as part of our organization. We are also changing our Beautician effective April 1st, 2015. We had a going away party for Linda that was well attended by both residents and staff. The new Beautician’s name is “Evie Berger” and she has years of experience providing hair care in a Skilled Nursing Facility like the New Brighton Care Center. She already knows a couple of residents who she has done hair care for in the recent past. The Beauty Shop charges have been increased and are currently posted. It is not easy to get a Beautician to service Skilled Nursing Facilities and we very much appreciate being able to quickly fill this position without too much interruption in hair care. Staff are working to coordinate the best time and day to provide Beauty Shop Services. Currently it appears that the Beautician will be here Wednesdays afternoons and her days/times will be adjusted to meet the needs of the facility residents.Last month I brought to everyone’s attention the need to increase Minnesota’s inadequate Medical Assistance / Private Pay rates. Continue to express to your legislators to adequately fund Minnesota’s Skilled Nursing Facilities. Let the Governor know that we are outraged at the little bit of money HE included in his budget. The House and the Senate are currently working on their bills and over the next few weeks we will have a better idea of what type of increase we will actually get. Keep the pressure on your legislators to ensure that Minnesota’s Skilled Nursing Facilities get paid for what is expected, THIS YEAR.

N E W B R I G H T O N C A R E C E N T E R & S E N I O R S U I T E S A S S I S T E D

L I V I N G In House Ancillary Services: Podiatry, Hearing & Eye Care, Dental

Intensive Rehabilitative Services:Physical and Occupational Therapy, Speech/Language Pathology

Therapeutic Recreation, Progressive Long & Short Term/Assisted Living Suites /Hospice Care651) - 633 -7200 Website: www.newbrightoncarecenter.com

NBCC Staff email: admin@northcitieshealthcare.com

Facility contacts:

Address:New Brighton Care Center

805 6th Ave. N.W.New Brighton, MN. 55112

B e a u t y S h o p H o u r s :W e d n e s d a y : 1 : 0 0 p m

L a d i e s H a i r C u t - $ 1 4 . 0 0S t y l e ( s e t o n l y ) $ 1 4 . 0 0S h a m p o o a n d s e t - $ 1 5 . 0 0R i n s e $ 1 . 0 0 * C o l o r $ 3 5 . 0 0P e r m a n e n t o n l y - $ 4 5 . 0 0P e r m a n e n t a n d C u t - $ 5 5 . 0 0M e n ’ s H a i r C u t - $ 1 4 . 0 0

Families please set up an account in the Business office or obtain a gift certificate for beauty shop services. To better serve you, please notify staff , or

call in advance for services you wish to have done.

Church Services

Administrator………………………………………..Michael Chies Ph. # 651-403-5241 Director of Nursing………………………………. Jean Kittelson Ph. # 651-403-5261 Assistant Director of Nursing…………………Breana Morgan Ph. # 651-403-5267 Social Service Director………………………… William Sawyer Ph.# 651- 403-5255 Nutritional Services Director………………….Leona Lemm Ph. # 651-403-5257 Medical Records…………………………………….Debra Doran Ph. # 651-403-5245 Resident Accounts………………………………….Tracy Slama Ph. # 651-403-5242 Housekeeping/Laundry………………………….Janell Canchola Ph. # 651-403-5252 Maintenance………………………………………….Brady Chies Ph. # 651-403-5248 Activity Director/Volunteer Coordinator..Shelly Maxwell Ph. # 651-403-5259

Blessed Hope Baptist Service: 1st Sunday of the month Christ the King Church:2nd Tuesday of the month

New Brighton Christian Church: 3rd Sunday of the month St.John the Baptist Catholic Church:

1st , 2nd, and 3rd Tuesday’s4th Tuesday Rosary at 9:45am