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“Be so busy loving your life that you have no time for hate, regret, or fear”

Look back at December

Happy New Year!

CANDLELIGHT DINNERResidents and their families had their annual Candlelight Dinner filled with holiday cheer. Tina and her culinary team did an amazing job on the three course meal including shrimp cocktails, prime rib, chocolate mousse, and many other decadent items. Santa made an appearance and a model train was set-up with a snowy scene.

RESIDENT CHRISTMAS PARTYResidents had a fun time at their Christmas party where they received many goodies and gifts from the community including the Elks Club, City Market, and other amazing community members. Gunnison is truly a giving town.

LIGHTING OF THE TREE Residents attended the lighting of the Christmas Tree on Main St. The bus parked close to the tree and had a great view while staying warm on the bus. Residents who attended were visited by dancers on the bus, a few four-legged friends and enjoyed complimentary hot cocoa.

WCU Swim and DiveVisited with Residents before the Broncos game and did a craft project.

WCU SAC AthletesMade ornaments to hang on the trees with residents.

[ New Staff ] Sandee Brandon: Sandee was our interim Director of Nursing and has officially been hired as our permanent Director of Nursing. She has already created many positive changes in the Nursing Department and cares so much for the wellbeing of our Residents. We look forward to welcoming her on the Senior Care Center Team and her enthusiasm to continue to make positive changes.

Sandy McGough: Interim MDS CoordinatorAnn Blackmon: Life Enriching CaregiverPaulina Wilkerson: Life Enriching CaregiverPatty Rush: Interim Life Enriching Caregiver

Volunteer Groups that came in

January 7: Karen Immerso will be visiting with school children to interview Residents about their life and get to know them.

January 8: To celebrate Elvis Presley’s birthday, Residents will be invited to a fun 50’s themed party in the Garden Conference room.

January 19: National Popcorn Day. Residents will have the opportunity to eat as much popcorn as they want including different flavors.

January 23-April: At-risk youth will be volunteering their time every other Thursday to assist with activities and befriend Residents to learn the do’s and don’ts of life from their experiences.

February 2: SUPERBOWL SUNDAY. The game will be played on the big screen in the Garden Conference room and tailgate snacks will be provided.

Herman: 1/23Loves candy and sharing stories about his times in Gunnison and assisting with dinner drinks. He also enjoys his time spent with his sister.

Reta: 1/3Doing puzzles, looking at pictures of her grandkids and great grandkids and enjoying visits with her husband.

Pete: 1/27Enjoys lemon drops and spending time with visitors and staff as well as listening to music.

Sharan: 1/5Loves when her dog Sadie visits, enjoys baking with the ladies, and various arts and crafts projects.

Polly: 1/26Enjoys reading romance novels that include a strong heroine, watching television, and getting her nails done.

Davine: 1/8Loves going on bus rides, her morning popcorn, and shopping.

Sunshine Singers every Friday @ 4pm.

Kathie Lucas bakes with the ladies in Taylor Park once a month on Tuesday.

Leia Morrison joins Residents weekly for yoga. Tuesdays at 9:30am.

Salon Day with Anita from Villa Beaute is every Wednesday for all Residents hair needs. Perms, haircuts, shampoo and style, etc. Anita does an amazing job.

Men’s Happy Hour and Ladies’ Tea will be held once a month. Time and Date is tentative.

Family Council is held the first Monday of the month at 3:30 pm in the garden conference room.

Family and Friends of Residents are more than welcome to attend any activity we offer. For any questions on time or specific day activities or are interested in planning a fun event for Residents, please call 970.641.0704 ext 713 for Life Enrichment Director, Katy Walck.

Upcoming Special Events

Weekly/Monthly Events

Covering Medications Better

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Featured Residents’ Birthdays

Medicare D plans have been changed to more effectively cover Residents medications. The change only affects those that have Medicaid. Financial Power of Attorneys should be receiving an insurance card in the mail. If you could email a copy to Kelly at kwinn@gvh-colorado.org or bring it in so we can get it to our pharmacy that would be great. Thank you!

The Senior Care Center received an award from the American Health Care Association in recognition of our achievement in the 2020 Quality Initiative Program and for their commitment to improving lives of the indi-viduals they serve. This award was given to us for having a low percentage of residents on anti-psychotics.

American Health Care Association Award