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A PUBLICATION OF BETHESDA HEALTH GROUP, INC. Summer 2013 Volume 52 No. 3

(L-R) Dilworth staff/students Mimi Muhlvihill, Trina Douglas,

www.BethesdaHealth.org

“Smart Moves” Wellness Program HelpingResidents Stay Healthy and Safe

There’s a famous song that you probably recognize thatsays “You gotta have heart… all you really need is heart...”

Bethesda believes that in addition to heart, you “gotta”have health, which is why a new comprehensive healthand wellness program has been unveiled free of charge forresidents who live in our independent senior livingcommunities.

The “Smart Moves” program, coordinated in partnershipwith RehabCare and developed in part by the results of aresident survey, offers the participant an opportunity tocustomize a program that best meets their needs.

“We’ve incorporated some traditional exercise classes(stretching/flexibility, low-impact aerobics, generalstrengthening) as well as a Senior Fit testing program, duringwhich the wellness coordinator can assess a resident’s functional capacity to safely perform activities ofdaily living,” said Michelle Glass, V.P. and Director of Bethesda Senior Support Solutions.

Creativity is an important part of the program as well. For example, the week the program waslaunched at Bethesda Orchard (Webster Groves), residents were encouraged to attend a “Tune-UpClinic,” during which their walkers, wheelchairs, canes and scooters were cleaned, sanitized, tightenedand assessed for proper fit and safety.

In addition to classes, the program features a monthly “healthy learning” lecture and consultation withthe wellness coordinator. The program also provides another opportunity to make certain that residentsand their families are aware of all of the health-related services Bethesda offers (i.e. - Home Health,Outpatient Therapy, Senior Support Solutions, Hospice Care) that can keep them healthy, active, andmost importantly in their homes.

“Based on the feedback we have received, the benefits experienced by these participants in theprogram have been tremendous!” Michelle said.

For more information on the resident health and wellness program or the numerous other options offeredby Bethesda Senior Support Solutions, please call 314-963-2200, send an e-mail to Toni Emery, OperationsManager, at [email protected], or go to www.BethesdaHealth.org.

Grace Pauly, a resident at Bethesda Orchard,watches as Wellness Coordinator Amanda Joggerst“tunes up” her walker.

Board of Directors

Joseph E. Birk, Jr.

Chairman

John W. Rowe *

Vice Chairman

Joseph J. Brinker

President and CEO

David M. Culver *

Treasurer

Marian F. Clifford

Secretary

Kenneth J. Bower

George W. Clements, Jr. *

Thomas J. Harris

Philip A. Hutchison

Kenneth J. Kolkmeier

Gary L. Mayes

Susan G. Moore

Richard C. Mueller, Jr.

Fred H. Perabo

Advisory Board

John P. Baird *

Robert S. Barrett

Thomas E. Bayer, Jr.

Thomas R. Collins*

Earl K. Dille *

Robert C. Drews, M.D.

Benjamin F. Edwards IV

James H. Esther, M.D.

David L. Fleisher *

Franc E. Flotron

Earle H. Harbison, Jr.

Juanita H. Hinshaw *

Harry V. Kennedy

Ruth A. Kohl

Peter B. Krombach

Sally S. Lilly

John W. McClure*

Subodh K. Mehra, M.D.

J. Dale Meier

James A. Mills

John F. Norwood

Catherine M. Reiss

James F. Sertl, M.D.

Jacqueline R. Shillington

Elizabeth G. Sims

Joan S. Whitford

Stephen W. Woodard

* Former Chairman of the Board

Women’s Board

Carroll A. Baechle

Sue C. Bahle

Inky Ball

Judy Bass

Florence N. Baur

Joan Bayer

Jean M. Bouchard

Antoinette C. Breihan

Susan M. Brinker

Jane D. Bryan

Martha Anne Bull

Sharon Burkhardt

Fran Burns

Patricia M. Bushman

Barbara B. Clements, President

Marian F. Desloge

Martha V. Dille

Lorene Drews

Jane B. Evans

Carol Gaskin

Susan M. Goodman

Suzanne S. Harbison

Dorothy D. Harper

Mary Harris

Juanita H. Hinshaw*

Jane C. Hughes

Katherine E. Joslin

Patricia P. Kapsar

Babs Kolkmeier

Susan R. Krombach

Sally S. Lilly

Erle Lionberger

Susan E. Logie

Lorraine A. Magee

Ann McCandless

Lydia Meier

Dessa Morrow

Nancy J. O’Brien

Julie Poelker, Treasurer

Virginia R. Rowe

Mary M. Sertl, Membership

Jacqueline M. Shillington

Audrey Smith

Frances B. Stuhl

Amy J. Trau

Joyce Ulrich

Sue I. Voorhees

Georgee G. Waldman

Joan S. Whitford

Skilled Nursing Care

Bethesda Dilworth9645 Big Bend Boulevard

Oakland, Missouri 63122

(314) 968-5460

Muriel C. Van Oordt

Vice President and Senior Administrator

Victoria Schmidleutner, Resident Services

Michael Tooley, Chaplain

Joseph Flaherty, M.D., Medical Director

Charlene Zinkl, Auxiliary President

Bethesda Meadow 322 Old State Road

Ellisville, Missouri 63021

(636) 227-3431

Candice E. Brown, Administrator

Donna Saltzman, Resident Services

Reverend Howard Gleason, Chaplain

Hany Salama, M.D., Medical Director

Ruth Kohl, Auxiliary President

Bethesda Southgate 5943 Telegraph Road

Oakville, Missouri 63129

(314) 846-2000

Christine E. Crouch


Sarita Weldon, Resident Services

Rita McShea, Chaplain

Patrick McCann, M.D., Medical Director

Assisted Living, Rehab & TherapyCharless Village5943 Telegraph Road

St. Louis, Missouri 63129

(314) 606-9891

Christine E. Crouch


Sarita Weldon, Resident Services

Senior Independent Living

Bethesda Barclay House230 South Brentwood Boulevard

Clayton, Missouri 63105

(314) 725-1000

Nathan M. Torno, General Manager

Sherry Ehrler, Sales Counselor

Bethesda Gardens420 South Kirkwood Road

Kirkwood, Missouri 63122

(314) 965-8100

Mitchell Beuke, Interim General Manager

and Sales Counselor

Bethesda Orchard21 North Old Orchard Avenue

Webster Groves, Missouri 63119

(314) 963-2100

Wade L. Hachman, General Manager

Kelly Maier, Sales Counselor

Bethesda Terrace2535 Oakmont Terrace Drive

Oakville, Missouri 63129

(314) 846-6400

Andrea L. Snyder, Senior General Manager

Marie Bartels, Sales Counselor

The Oaks at BethesdaBig Bend Boulevard (West of Berry Road)

Oakland, Missouri 63122

(314) 372-5839

Mitchell Beuke, Interim General Manager

and Sales Counselor

Management Committee and Corporate Administration

Joseph J. Brinker, President and Chief Executive Officer

R. Kenneth Bass, Jr., Senior Vice President, Senior Living

Larry D. Hickman, Senior Vice President, Administrative Services and Chief Information Officer

Katherine E. Joslin, Senior Vice President, Human Resources and Marketing

Patricia P. Kapsar, Senior Vice President and Corporate Compliance Officer

Alphonse D. Poelker, Senior Vice President, Long Term Care

Pamela E. Dempski, Corporate Vice President and Director of Fund Development

Amy J. Trau, Corporate Vice President, Home and Community Based Services

Timothy L. Vosse, Corporate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Bethesda’s mission is to be the premier provider of care and services for seniors in the

St. Louis region while maintaining financial strength and providing fulfilling career opportunities.

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........................................................Bethesda Marketing Staff

Senior Outreach CoordinatorLee Williams

Marketing Project CoordinatorTiffany Clancy

Bethesda Health Group Foundation

Pamela E. Dempski

Corporate Vice President

(314) 800-1981

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Home and Community-Based Services

Bethesda Hospice Care(314) 446-0623

Amy J. Trau, Corporate Vice President

Hany Salama, M.D., Medical Director

Bethesda Senior Support Solutions(Formerly Bethesda Private Duty)

(314) 963-2200

Michelle M. Glass, Vice President

Bethesda Senior Therapy Center(314) 218-2610

Amy J. Trau, Corporate Vice President

Corey Solman, M.D., Medical Director

Bethesda Rehab & Therapy Centers(Medicare A Rehabilitation)

(314) 277-9959

Thomas E. Miskle, Executive Director

Adult Day Care at Bethesda Dilworth(314) 446-2103 - Terrie Massey, Supervisor

Adult Day Care at Charless Village(314) 606-9891 - Sarita Weldon, Admissions

St. Andrews & Bethesda Home Health(314) 218-2600

Linda L. Goggio, Director

Hany Salama, M.D., Interim Medical DirectorCommunity Care CoordinatorTerri Glaze – (314) 800-1911

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PULSE staff

Executive Editor

Katherine E. Joslin

Editor

Jeffrey R. Waldman

Designer

Pamela S. Moore

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Bethesda Information Resource Line 314-800-1911

Hinshaw, Morris Honored at 15th AnnualNorwood Awards

Congratulations to Juanita Hinshaw and Bob Morris, therecipients of the 2013 Norwood Awards.

Juanita served on the Bethesda Board for 15 years, serving asBoard Chairman from 1994-1996, and is currently a member ofthe Advisory and Women’s Boards.

During her 15 years on the Board, Juanita helped guideBethesda during a period of growth, including the purchase ofBethesda Barclay House, Bethesda Orchard, BethesdaSouthgate and Bethesda Terrace, as well as the construction ofBethesda Meadow.

Bob began volunteering at Bethesda Meadow about six yearsago, and in that time he has developed the “Boys of Bethesda” club for the male residents, taken over thecoordination of the annual Mardi Gras celebration, and created a permanent exhibit of military memorabilia,much of which was supplied by residents who were Veterans like himself.

Bob spends on average close to 40 hours a week at Bethesda Meadow, and if that’s not enough, he completedtraining to become a Hospice Care volunteer three years ago. His efforts were chronicled in the 2012 Report tothe Community (Bethesda’s Annual Report).

The Norwood Awards were established in 1998 to recognize those individuals or groups who, at the highest level,reflect the mission and values of Bethesda in their service to the organization and our residents.

Juanita and Bob join an impressive list of past recipients, including John Norwood, Jeanne Bland, Albert O’Brien,Dr. Robert Drews, Gilbert Novotny, David Fleisher, Charles Schott, Jr., Dr. Bray Hawk, Arthur Wright, Jr., Earl Dille,Mary Hamm, Dr. James McKelvey, John Baird, Jackie Shillington, Doris Svoboda, Joseph Birk, Jr., Peg Grigg,Marie Zucchero, Ruth Kohl, Dr. James Sertl, Peter Krombach, Ray Routh, Ken Kolkmeier, George Clements, Jr.,Mary Lou Hester, Earle Harbison, Jr., Robert Neuenhahn and the Charless Foundation.

Recipients Juanita Hinshaw and Bob Morris celebrate their2013 Norwood Awards with Joe Brinker.

Bethesda Earns Second National“Spirit of Innovation” Award

Bethesda was recently honored as a 2013 “Spirit ofInnovation” award winner at the inaugural Home Care& Hospice LINK Conference,

This national achievement recognizes home care andhospice providers for their dedication to improvement,development of best practices, and commitment tothe success of the industry. Bethesda received theaward for the success of our Geriatric CareManagement Program, which works with residents andtheir families to design personalized care programs thatcan be adhered to wherever they call home.

“In the first five months of the program, more than 240residents took advantage of our Geriatric CareManagement Team’s expertise, not to mentionmembers of the community utilizing the services of ourCommunity Care Coordinator,” said Amy Trau,

Corporate VicePresident, Home andCommunity BasedServices.

As a result of theaward, Bethesdapresented its casestudy at the 2013LINK conference inJune to more than250 home care andhospice leaders inattendance.

This is the secondconsecutive yearthat Bethesda hasearned a “Spirit of Innovation” award, receiving thehonor at the LTC and Senior Living LINK conference in2012 for innovations and advancements in our softwaresolutions.

Amy Trau holds the Home Care &Hospice LINK “Spirit of Innovation”award. As a winner, Amy presented acase study at the conference.

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2013 “Hearts for our Homes” CampaignRaises Nearly $83,000

Hearts for our Homes, which started as an annual Bethesdaemployee campaign and has grown to include residents, familiesand volunteers, continues to set new records.

The just-completed campaign raised nearly $83,000, compared tothe $64,000 raised last year. That’s an increase of practically $19,000– and more than 20% – from last year!

Once again, the staff who work throughout Bethesda’scommunities and services raised funds in many ways, including funactivities like raffles, dinners, and an organization-wide Trivia Night.

In addition, more than 400 employees made personal pledges andcommitments to benefit Bethesda’s Humanitarian Care Fund, whichhelps provides financial assistance to Bethesda residents.

And for the first time, employees also had the opportunity toearmark their gift for a newly established scholarship, The Mary June King Scholarship, benefitting employeespursuing continued education.

A record 18 departments had 100% of their employees contribute to Hearts for our Homes; each is receiving a pizzaparty for their commitment. More than 50 prizes (including gift certificates and Cardinal tickets) were distributed toparticipants through drawings.

This year, the winner of the “Hearts for our Home” Traveling Trophy wasn’t determined until the final event of thecampaign – the Trivia Night. Congratulations to the winners -- Bethesda’s Corporate Office!

Special Thanks to all who helped make Hearts for our Homes a Success! You will find many photoscommemorating the activities that made this year’s compaign such a success on p. 9 of theis issue of Pulse.

And a special thank you to our in-kind donors, for the fabulous gifts and certificates this year!

The 2013 Hearts for our Homes Ambassadors.

Advantage Way PointAnheuser-Busch InBevARAMARK Uniform ServicesThe Art of EntertainingBen Franklin CraftsBest Western Kirkwood InnC. J. MuggsCandlewick PhotographyChandler Hill VineyardsCheckered CottageCulver’s of FentonCurves - EllisvilleDance Inc. M.P.A.Pam DempskiDeNoyer Dance Studio, Inc.Dominic’s TrattoriaDown by the StationEdible Arrangements - Des PeresEinstein Bros. Bagels -Webster GrovesFirst Watch - ClaytonFortel’s Pizza DenGateway Food Service

Gateway Grizzlies Professional Baseball

Ginger Bay Salon & SpaMichelle GlassGrafica Fine Art & Custom FramingGreentree PharmacyHealthcare CompleteHearing Health CareHerbs & MoreHoliday Inn St. Louis SW - Route 66Imo’s Pizza - ClaytonImo’s Pizza - Webster GrovesKarie JonesSanna and Patrick KingKirkwood City HallGerry LeekerLee’s Famous Recipe ChickenLife UniformsLookAfter Hair CompanyLowe’s of KirkwoodMassage Envy Spa - OakvilleMassage Envy Spa - Webster GrovesMassage Luxe

Maureen Fox AcupunctureMoore FoodsOsage Marketing, Inc.Jann OutmanPJ’s Tavern/Jefferson GrillPennies in Your PocketPeppers Deli & BBQ CompanyPlowsharing CraftsMary RoqueplotSam’s ClubSecond Sitting ConsignmentsSheahan Eagan Family CareStarbucks - ClaytonStarbucks - Webster GrovesStratton’s Cafe - Webster GrovesSwing-A-Round Fun TownThomas Food MarketingPam ThornhillKevin ToolenU.S. FoodsWal-Mart - Telegraph RoadWeber’s Front RowWomen’s Fitness

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Trivia Night Tops Off Campaign!

More than 100 people turned out for the first annual Hearts for our

Homes Trivia Night on June 7 at Bethesda Orchard, which marked theend of the annual fundraising campaign.

More than $2,200 was raised that evening by employees representingall Bethesda communities and service lines. A team comprised mostlyof Bethesda’s Corporate Office emerged the winner by one point (inan overtime challenge question).

Jann Outman of Bethesda Orchard chaired the event. “It didn’tmatter if you are good at trivia – it was a great night for camaraderieand just being around fellow employees while raising money for agood cause,“ Jann said.

Among the evening’s highlights were the Blind Bag Drawings, as morethan 200 prizes were raffled throughout the night. “You didn’t knowwhat you were getting until you opened the bag – it could be a“zonk” or a $50 gift card to Lowe’s,” says Pam Thornhill, who wasfortunate enough to win the gift card.

Awards were bestowed for the “Best Decorated Table,” which waswon by the Bethesda Orchard Food Service staff for their Hawaiiantheme and costumes; and to the team from Bethesda Hospice Care,who won “Most Delicious Food” for their tropical meatballs. And itwas a great night for Michelle Glass of Bethesda Senior SupportSolutions, who won both the 50/50 cash drawing and Cardinalbaseball tickets! Congratulations to all of the winners, and see younext year!

Recognizing Good PeopleDoing Good Things

Marinko Karan

Many of us celebrated the July 4Independence Day holiday with ourfamilies and friends, enjoying outdoorbarbeques and other festivities.

For Marinko Karan, Senior FacilityManager at Bethesda Meadow(Ellisville), who became a U.S. citizen lessthan two years ago, the July 4 holidayand the USA flag are things not to betaken for granted.

That is why when volunteer (and 2013Norwood Award winner) Bob Morrisexpressed his desire to display anAmerican flag in the community’s StateRoom, where residents already enjoylooking at military memorabilia frompast wars, Marinko took things into hisown hands – literally.

“Honestly, I was expecting a simpleacrylic flag stand, but to my surprise,Marinko took oak from his woodshopand crafted three magnificent flagstands,” Bob said. “Our flags nowdisplay proudly and with dignity.”

“It’s the American flag, and it shouldstand proudly!” Marinko said humbly ata “Thank You” celebration held in hishonor.

If you know of “Good People DoingGood Things,” please contact theBethesda Health Group Foundation,314-800-1981.

Leading Historical Preservationist AddressesWomen’s Board

Attendees at the BethesdaWomen’s Board’s Springluncheon left knowingmuch more about St. Louisthan when they arrived.

Esley Hamilton, St. Louis’historical preservationist formore than 36 years, wasthe guest speaker. He isresponsible for researchingand documenting morethan 5,000 of our County’shistorical properties, whichare now a part of the

inventory of historical treasures. The best of these were included inthe 1996 book, The Past in Our Presence: Historic Buildings in St. Louis

County, which he edited with NiNi Harris. He also co-authored the2012 book, St. Louis Parks.

More than 50 members and invited guests attended the luncheon.For more information about the Women’s Board, please contact theBethesda Health Group Foundation, 314-800-1916.

Esley Hamilton featured with members Inky Ball(L), Fran Burns and Jackie Shillington (R).

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Welcome to the Roundtable!

Sanna King, Administrative Secretary at BethesdaDilworth, and Graciel Mendoza, Team Leader inOperations at St. Andrews & Bethesda Home Health,are the 2013 additions to the President’s Roundtable.

The President’s Roundtable is comprised of selectemployees from throughout the organization whoexemplify excellence and commitment to ourresidents, their fellow employees and Bethesda. Theyare nominated by their co-workers, and beingselected to the Roundtable is a very high honor.

According to the criteria, the candidates consistentlydemonstrate the values of excellence in jobperformance, outstanding service to our residents andtheir families, team work, support of co-workers,compassion toward others, willingness to learn,embracing change, initiative, and creativity in thedelivery of services.

Among the examples of these values demonstrated inSanna’s nomination is her support of her co-workersand her creativity. It is known throughout Bethesdathat Sanna created the name V.E.R.N., which waschosen by the employees as the name of our Intranet(Virtual Employee Resource Network).

A theme in Graciel’s nomination is his willingness tohelp and accept additional responsibility, oftenwithout being asked. He developed a flow chart tohelp visualize current processes and has worked onprocess improvement projects. He also hasvolunteered to be both an Ambassador for the“Hearts for our Homes” fundraising campaign, andserve on the United Way committee.

“Over the years, the participants in the Roundtablehave offered great insight and perspective into someof the issues involving our employees,” said JoeBrinker, President and CEO. “We are proud to haveSanna and Graciel as part of the Bethesda family,and are pleased to add them to the Roundtable.”

Sanna King (l) and Graciel Mendoza celebrate theirselection to the Roundtable with Joe Brinker.

First Memorial Walk/Fun Run Features Damp yet Enthusiastic Crowd

After a night and early morning that featured tornadoes, torrential downpours and a house without electricity,Leslie Peasel, Bereavement Coordinator for Bethesda Hospice Care, was concerned that the months of planningthe first annual 5K Memorial Walk/Fun Run at Queeny Park was for naught.

But then people started arriving --close to 100, many of whom wereplanning to run or walk. And the pouring rain, which had been consistentall morning, stopped mere minutes before the 9 a.m. start.

With smiles on their faces, and with ribbons on which they had written thenames of their deceased loved ones attached to their shirts, the walk/runbegan. And as the sun peeked through the clouds, the participantscelebrated amidst cheers from family and friends as they finished.

Following the race, members of the Bethesda Hospice Care team and walk/run participants shared personalstories of heartfelt connection while the runners filed up to attach their ribbons to a Memorial Wreath placed onthe stage. “I was running for my father, and having his name on my shirt made me feel proud and committed tothat race,” said a runner, summing up the sentiment of the morning.

A heartfelt “thank you” is extended to guitarist Lisa Jones, whose music inspired the crowd before and after therun, and to all of the volunteers who set up the stage, staffed the remembrance table, the Grief Support table,the Veterans table and the children’s activities, and made the morning so meaningful to all.

“Considering the weather, it worked out great,” said Leslie. “We’re looking forward to a bigger turnout next year.”

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Aloha and Thank You, Bethesda Volunteers!

In 2012, between those that served at our skilled nursingcommunities and Bethesda Hospice Care, more than 900 volunteerslogged more than 30,000 hours of service, providing a vital functionfor our residents, their families, and our staff.

And with leis around necks and palm trees abound -- you wouldhave thought Chandler Hill Vineyards was Hawaii! -- our wonderfulvolunteers and their guests were treated to great food, superb wine,and a terrific afternoon for everything they do!

140 Years of Celebrating –and Strawberries!

How many events are you aware of thathave been taking place for 140consecutive years? Probably not toomany.

And when the Strawberry Festival firstbegan in 1853 to celebrate Spring andserve as a way to thank the employeesand volunteers who cared for thoseliving at The Charless Home in SouthSt. Louis, they probably didn’t think thattheir event would, either.

But it has, including the last two years atBethesda Terrace on the CharlessVillage campus, which is where itmoved when The Charless Home closedin 2012. Many of the traditions havecontinued as well – including thechicken salad and the delectablestrawberry desserts.

“We’re very proud of the legacy of theStrawberry Festival, and we are so gladthat people continue to enjoy it to thisday,” said Sally Lilly, a past president ofthe Charless Foundation and one of thespeakers at the 2013 Festival.

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Happy Anniversary,“Med A!”

In 2003, Bethesda unveiled aprogram at BethesdaSouthgate (South County) toprovide additionalrehabilitation for thoseseniors who had beenhospitalized and weredischarged, yet were notquite ready to return to theirhomes.

Later that year, the service,which was covered underthe Medicare Part Ainsurance program, becameavailable at BethesdaDilworth (Oakland), andshortly after that, atBethesda Meadow (Ellisville).

More than 10,000 admissionslater, in which dedicatedrehab & therapy staffmembers have providedcare totaling an eye-popping 211,000 patientdays, the Rehab & Therapyprogram is celebrating its10-year anniversary.

“We’ve come a long waysince we started,” said TomMiskle, Executive Director ofMedicare Admissions, whohelped launch the programin 2003. “Private rooms withprivate bathrooms andshowers, dedicated rehabgyms and separate diningfacilities were not even aconsideration back then.

“But there are a lot ofpeople who helped makethis such a success, includingour Med A and ResidentServices staff, the therapistsfrom RehabCare and ourwonderful referral sources inthe hospitals – we certainlycouldn’t have done thiswithout them!” Tom added.

For more information aboutthe Rehab & Therapyprogram at each communityor to take a tour, please callthe Resident ServicesCoordinator at yourcommunity of choice (seep. 2 of the Pulse for namesand numbers) or go towww.BethesdaHealth.org.

Trau Selected for FOCUS St. Louis Leadership Class

In addition to her work overseeing and providing strategic direction for Bethesda’s Home andCommunity Services on a daily basis, Amy Trau has accepted another challenge.

This challenge involves 18 days of intense classroom work, spread over nine months, in whichshe and 65 other St. Louis business professionals will explore such issues as economicdevelopment, education, poverty and social services, racism, arts and culture, and thecriminal justice system.

Amy was selected to be part of the exclusive 2013-14 Leadership St. Louis class, coordinatedthrough FOCUS St. Louis, a locally based nonprofit organization committed to creating regional solutions throughcommunity leadership.

“I am so honored to have been selected to be part of this class,” said Amy, who joined Bethesda as CorporateVice President, Home and Community Based Services in 2011. “I cannot wait to interact and discuss vital topics ofconcern with the others in my class, and bring back ideas and prospective solutions to issues that we canimplement here at Bethesda.” Congratulations, Amy, and bring back some great ideas!


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Nearly $83,000 was raised to aid ourresidents and their families, much of itas a result of activities like these:


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Young Receives Patriot Award

(L-R) Chris Crouch, V.P. and Sr. Administrator ofBethesda Southgate (far left,) and Andrew Freimuth,Bethesda Southgate repair person (second from left),were among those who celebrated with Scott Young(center), Senior Facility Management Manager atBethesda Southgate, when he received the esteemedPatriot Award. Andrew nominated Scott for the award,which recognizes supervisors and bosses nominated byan employee serving in the National Guard or Reservefor support provided directly to the nominating ServiceMember. “Scott has been a big part of my life since Ireturned from Iraq in 2010,” said Andrew.Congratulations, Scott!

A Lesson in Senior Olympics History

Harris Frank, a resident at Bethesda Barclay House(Clayton) and one of the creators of the national SeniorOlympics program, visited Bethesda Dilworth (Oakland)to discuss the program’s history. Bethesda has been alongtime sponsor of Senior Olympics, including the TapDance Exhibition (attendance exceeds 250 people!) forthe last six years!

70 Years and Counting!

What do you get when you add a wonderful dinner atBethesda Orchard (Webster Groves) with friends – anda strolling violist, a cab ride to the Fox Theater and anight out watching “Anything Goes!” with your bestfriend? For Ginny and Russ Jones, it was the perfectway to celebrate 70 years of marriage. HappyAnniversary, Ginny and Russ!

Never Too Young to Learn!

Bob Wiegelman, whose wife is a resident at BethesdaDilworth (Oakland), shared his experiences withLindbergh High School students as part of the schooldistrict’s “History Alive” program. Two Bethesdarepresentatives – Bob, a U.S. Navy Veteran who served inWorld War II and the Korean War, and Mary JaneThibault, a volunteer at Bethesda Southgate (SouthCounty) and a World War II Coast Guard Veteran, wereamong the 200 Veterans who spoke with the students aspart of the program.


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Bethesda Brag Bag!

When we receive letters of thanks from our residents, friends or family members, it fills our hearts with joy - wewish we could print them all! Please enjoy reading this small sampling of those letters, which express so well

what makes Bethesda special — the outstanding care and service provided by our wonderful employees!

Dear Ms. (Ca

ndice) Brow

n,

Thank you a

ll for the spec

ial and loving

care you

gave to our

dad, Hap, d

uring his thre

e year stay

at

Hawthorne P

lace at Beth

esda Meadow

(Ellisville).

You have so

me very spe

cial caregive

rs – they

made Dad c

omfortable

and happy,

and did it

with a smile

even when

he was “out

of sorts.”

Gratefully,

Ross & Donn

a and Jim &

Denise

Dear Nathan –I just wanted you to know that my mother,Ruth, thoroughly enjoyed living at BethesdaBarclay House (Clayton). The only regret Ihave is that I was not able to convince mymother to move in a year earlier when wewere researching senior independent livingcenters. If she had, I think it would haveextended her life.When my wife and I decide one day tomove from our home, we will definitely belooking to move to the Barclay House.Sincerely,

Steve and Deana Thanks to everyone atBethesda Barclay House(Clayton) for taking such goodcare of my grandmother, Betsey.She spoke so highly of everyoneon staff, and it means a lot to thefamily to know our loved ones arein good hands.

Sincerely,

Tammy, Edwin, Sophie and David

Toni –

Mom will no longer n

eed the services of

Bethesda Senior Sup

port Solutions, as she

is

moving to Bethesda

Meadow (Ellisville).

Thanks

so much for your he

lp, and the help of t

he

aides and Rae Ann

– not sure what I wo

uld

have done without

your services.

Julie

Dear Muriel,

When I was considering a nursing home for my mother, it was Jackie Oakes who gave me the tour ofBethesda Dilworth (Oakland). It was that initial introduction and impression that helped me decide tochoose Bethesda as the best place for my Mom. During Mom’s stay, I enjoyed numerous conversationswith Jackie – not only is she intelligent, but she is compassionate and caring.

When my Mom’s health declined dramatically, the 5th floor nurse called Jackie, who came and tookcontrol of the situation. She gave me options: send her to the hospital or initiate hospice care. I choseBethesda Hospice Care, and received a call from the Bethesda Hospice Care team by that evening. Imet with them the next morning, and they continued with their care until mom passed away.

Throughout that time, Jackie continued to monitor Mom’s vital signs, provide oxygen, and check on me.I sincerely appreciated her genuine kindness during an extremely difficult time. It’s been a pleasuregetting to know her, and I appreciate and value all she brings to each Bethesda resident.

Sincerely,

Mary

1630 Des Peres Road, Suite 290

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“Living with Dementia Beyond Drugs” Next Series Topic

The controversial issue involving the role of drugs as part of the treatment plan forpeople living with dementia is the next topic in the ongoing Bethesda/Alzheimer’sAssociation Caregiver Education Series, and we are quite fortunate to offer aninternationally renowned expert to address it.

During “Well-Being for All: Living with Dementia Beyond Drugs,” esteemed internist andgeriatrician (board-certified), author and advocate G. Allen Power, M.D., ClinicalAssociate Professor of Medicine at the University of Rochester (N.Y.), will address the roleof caring for dementia patients, as well as issues caregivers should consider whendetermining whether drugs should be part of a loved one’s clinical care plan. He willalso answer questions as time permits.

The free program will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 3, at the Ethical Society ofSt. Louis, 9001 Clayton Road.

From 5-6 p.m. Dr. Power will be available to sign copies of his award-winning book, Dementia Beyond Drugs:

Changing the Culture of Care (copies of the book will be available for purchase). Light refreshments will beavailable before the program begins.

In addition to Bethesda and the Alzheimer’s Association, Primaris is also sponsoring the program. Members of theBethesda and Alzheimer’s Association staffs will be available to answer questions as well. This program will bevideotaped by Dr. Power’s staff and used in educational settings.

Nearly 800 people have attended the previous four programs, which featured Drs. John Morris, Gary Small,Charles Crecelius and Valerie Walker, as well as caregiver Nancy Menchhofer.

The program is free, but space is limited. For more information or to register, please go to www.alz.org/stl or call1-800-272-3900.

Dr. G. Allen Power

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