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Gardenside Gazette The Hearth at Gardenside 173 Alps Road, Branford, CT 06405
Telephone: (203) 483-7260 Fax: (203) 483-7752 Editor: Linda Capaubo
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NOVEMBER 2017
For the month of November, we are working with
Feed A Billion. Every check-in at The Hearth at Gardenside
will provide a meal to someone in need.
Feed A Billion raises funds to feed children and families in need
in every corner of the globe. They partner with networks of
food banks that have the most efficient methods of food
distribution to minimize the cost of each meal. Their long term
goal is to feed one billion people by 2020 - and we are going to
help them do that!
You can check them out at feedabillion.org.
This month’s hashtag is #givemeals.
Highlights • 11/02 - Christmas Tree Shops • 11/07 - Election Day • 11/07 - Entertainer Jose Paulo • 11/10 - Veterans Museum • 11/11 - Veterans Day • 11/14 - Entertainer Mojo • 11/15 - Gozzi’s Turkey Farm • 11/16 - Mohegan Sun Casino • 11/20 - Stony Creek Brewery • 11/21 - Longhorn Steakhouse • 11/21 - Entertainer Jim Sheehan
• 11/23 - Thanksgiving Day
• 11/28 - Michael Ciulla Performs
• 11/29 - Ocean State Job Lot
Cooking in the Stony Creek
Kitchen with Catherine!
Resident of the Month
JANE GORE
Jane is a resident who loves to be active and
have a good time. She is so delightful and is a
lot of fun to be with. Most of the time she is
laughing and smiling! Jane enjoys many
activities, especially the live entertainment
because she loves to dance and all of the
out-trips because she loves to keep busy and
learn new things. Jane volunteers every day
in Keepsake Village. She helps set up all of
the tables for lunchtime. Her volunteer hours
are very much appreciated!
Congratulations Jane!
Pickle Winner of the Month!
FAHIRA HENDRIC
Fahira is a wonderful CNA. She has a nice
personality and is very caring. Fahira treats
the residents with a lot of love and respect.
She always gives the residents her undivided
attention and is never in a rush. Fahira
knows how to use her time wisely and
remains busy at all times. She knows what
she has to do and she accomplishes everything
by the end of her workday. She is a great
team player and is a pleasure to work with.
Everyone appreciates all of the good things
she does each day. She truly deserves this
honor! Congratulations Fahira!
Carol Bax 11/01
Patricia Dest 11/04
Lucille Devore 11/04
Emily Smaga 11/04
Frances White 11/07
Hoyt Brown 11/18
Gloria Weiss 11/18
Jane Gore 11/21
Michael Romano 11/24
Audrey DeLucia 11/25
Elizabeth Vancisin 11/27
Resident Birthdays
Employee Birthdays
Fred Moore 11/02
Alyssa Alvarez 11/06
Danus Henry 11/06
Lethie Pearson 11/11
David Ieronimo 11/14
Alan Vitali 11/19
Melissa Figueroa 11/22
Ama Williams 11/22
Best Wishes!
Enjoy your day!!
Kindred at Home’s “Step on it Program” Party. The residents walked enough steps to
make it to Montreal, Canada. It was a French themed party.
Alberto made Crepes Suzette!
SPECIAL KEEPSAKE VILLAGE MOMENTS!
Alecia with Millie and Therese preparing a Cupcake Mix, Alma and Joan being part of
the October Birthday Celebration, Priscilla doing an Exercise Program, and
a Group of Residents enjoying Coffee at Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea!
PRESENTATIONS AT GARDENSIDE
Tuesday, November 7 9:00 a.m. - AARP Smart Driver Course
$15 for AARP Members / $20 for Non-Members
Thursday, November 9 Encompass Home Health of New England
10:00 a.m. - Diabetes / 10:30 a.m. - BP Clinic
Wednesday, November 15 10:15 a.m. - FOX Rehabilitation Presentation
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A Caregiver Support Group called Comfort Connections
meets the last Tuesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in the
ING Room. This group is free of charge and open to the
family members and friends of the Gardenside residents
as well as the community.
KEEPSAKE VILLAGE
(Susan Shatto,
Activities Coordinator)
Welcome to November in
Keepsake Village!
This month we celebrate
Veteran’s Day by honoring
our vets. We will enjoy Thanksgiving with a traditional
Turkey dinner accompanied with a discussion of thankfulness
as well as Turkey jokes! This month we also have special fun
days such as Peanut Butter Day, Sing a Song Day and Crazy
Hat Day! We will have a van ride to Gozzi’s Turkey Farm,
Scenic Foliage Rides and since we enjoyed it so much last
month, we will be going out to a local coffee shop again. We
also will be discussing biographies of famous movie stars such
as Vivien Leigh, Humphrey Bogart and Burt Lancaster as well
as reminiscing with one of their movies in the evening.
Have a blessed Thanksgiving and enjoy that turkey!
Winter Health and Safety Tips by: Terri Heath, LPN,
New York Regional Director of Clinical
Services
It is that time of year where the temperature starts dropping and planning for the busy
winter season and all that accompanies it begins. During the scurried time from
Halloween through the New Year changing weather, hectic schedules, increased social
activity and family demands leave us vulnerable to fatigue, illness, injury, and poor
nutrition. Let’s discuss some of the health and safety tips for this fast approaching
susceptible winter season.
Although we have not experienced many cold temperatures we need to anticipate they
are coming. The American Red Cross offers steps that can be taken to stay safe during
the winter. Here are just a few: keep all walkways clear of ice and snow, have de-icing
products handy for hard to remove ice or snow, ensure that all walkways are clearly
marked and well lit, be careful of slippery surfaces inside our communities caused by
tracking snow and ice (please make our staff aware if this occurs for quick clean up),
wear slip-resistant footwear, do not walk on wet, slippery surfaces, avoid carrying heavy
loads that may offset balance, wear sunglasses on sunny days to lessen winter glare, take
extra precautions when entering and exiting vehicles, wear layers of light clothing,
protect extremities with heavy socks, mittens (preferred over gloves for warmth) with a
hat, and finally, never use your apartment stove to warm or heat your home. If you have
breathing issues a scarf may also be recommended to protect your airways from the bitter
wind.
When it’s cold outside, there’s no need to give up and hibernate. Look at our Hearth
Activity Calendar and take advantage of our Move More exercise sessions or join up
with our Wellness Aide. Continuing physical activity reduces the risk for heart disease,
high blood pressure, diabetes, some cancers, osteoporosis, and the winter blues or
seasonal affective disorder. Physical activity will also increase energy level and help you
sleep better at night.
Eating healthy throughout the winter months can be challenging. On a chilly day, it’s
tempting to curl up on the couch with a bowl of salty (canned) soup or have
microwavable dinners which are high in salt and calories therefore continue coming to
the Hearth’s dining room for their balanced nutritious meals is encouraged.
As it gets darker earlier, we get less sunlight exposure which can lead to a drop in
Serotonin. That drop can cause food cravings as well as depression. Outside time is
encouraged when possible, moving furniture near windows for sunlight exposure is
an indoor alternative. Serotonin can be increased with healthy carbohydrates such as
sweet potatoes, yams, pumpkins and squash in your diet. Most of all be conscious of
those winter doldrums and continue your socialization during meal times, through
activities and keep your Nursing staff informed if these feelings persist.
Lastly, good handwashing is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid
getting sick and spreading germs. Wash your hands; before and after a meal, after
using the restroom, after sneezing, coughing or blowing your nose or anytime you
feel they need to be washed. Good Hand Washing consists of running water, using
soap and the friction caused by rubbing your hands together for at least 40 seconds
and using a dry cloth to dry.
By following these health and safety tips you can anticipate some of the vulnerability
we experience during this busy winter season and maintain better health.
Administrative Staff
Executive Director: Melissa Boyle [email protected]
SALSA: Theresa Heier [email protected]
Keepsake Wellness Director: Christa Velardi [email protected]
Business Office Manager: Cristina Carvalho [email protected]
Director of Community Relations: Dee Swift [email protected]
Director of Community Relations: Rachel Hannas-Metz [email protected]
Director of Dining Services: Alberto Del Mastro [email protected]
Director of Activities: Linda Capaubo [email protected]
Director of Environmental Services: David Ieronimo [email protected]
Keepsake Activities Coordinator: Susan Shatto [email protected]
Wellness Aide: Christy Sagnella [email protected]
Administrative Assistant: Cheyenne Aponte [email protected]
Ronnie looking at a Tiger
at the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport! Having a delicious lunch at Local in Branford!
(Richard, Michael, Martin, Suzanne & Eleanor)
Jessie from FOX Rehabilitation doing a
Halloween Craft with the residents to
work their fine motor skills!
Alberto’s Meatball
Food Demonstration!