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 Henderson

Newsletter

June 2020

NEVADA SENIOR SERVICES

What are the National Awareness Months in June?

To coincide with Father's Day, June also is Men's Health Month. Celebrating our Dads on Friday,

June 19th. Let’s get moving—all you Daddios! June also serves as the national month for many other health issues: Alzheimer's, Brain Health and Aphasia awareness. Remember what’s good for your heart is good for your head too. Eat well & move and groove. Take a stroll in the mornings or evenings as the heat approaches. Wear some purple for Alzheimer’s Awareness. Celebrate Caregivers, the unsung HEROES & SHEROES!

Temporarily Closed Sundays Temporarily Closed Saturdays

WE LOVE

DADS !

Highlights from April & May

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

June 8 World Ocean Day

June 11 Harry Potter Day

June 12 Spa Day

June 15 Wear a Purple Ribbon Day

June 18 Picnic Day

June 19 Father’s Day Celebration

June 22 World Music Day

June 24 Coffee with Cops

June 25 Mystery Day

June 29 Camera Day

June 30 Pizza Party

HENDERSON

6/03 ROSETTE R.

6/05 GEORGE S.

6/16 MARGARET B.

6/29 SHAHEIN S.

6/30 WALTER F.

LAS VEGAS

6/2 BENNY M.

6/3 ELESE W

6/4 REBECA G.

6/8 VICTORIA H.

6/16 SYLVIA R.

6/17 MAGDALENA

6/25 LATRICE D.

6/27 KEM R.

6/28 CLEMMIE J.

6/29 JOYCE B.

Coronavirus Concerns Update Each day the news carries stories about the Coronavirus and it is only normal that our family caregivers have

concerns. The health and well-being of both your loved one and our staff is uppermost at Nevada Senior

Services at all times.

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.

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.

You can find a video clip from Fox 5 News about our efforts on the Nevada Senior Services website:

www.nevadaseniorservices.org.

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.

Following CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask: CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory

diseases, including COVID-19.

Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others.

Wash Your Hands!

Wash your hands often with soap and water, for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the

bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not

readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with

soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

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

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…

We are pleased to Beatriz S. and Rosalina S.

to the Adult Day Care Center of Las Vegas & TBD to the Adult Day Care Center of

Henderson.

HAPPY CLAY RECIPE! Mix together :

2 -1/2 cups flour

1 cup salt

1 cup water Store in airtight container in refrigerator when not in use. This is a fun and

simple activity. Great for arthritis in the hands and it’s an easy, fun and

creative project.

*******Temporaraily Closed on Saturdays ———————-—Check with Reception

Time to Get Some Fresh Air by Catie Chung PhD, RN, CNE, Touro University NV

Florence Nightingale is considered the founder of modern nursing –

and I know I’m biased, but nursing has some really great foundational

principles that she started. I thought I would share. One of these principles is just

right for the month of June – fresh air! I’m adding sunshine to the fresh air

prescription for an extra health boost and here’s why. Getting outside for some fresh

air and sunshine has been proven by research to help reduce our stress and improve

our concentration. It’s also easy to get some exercise outside – a quick walk with the

dog or another person is always nice. We tend to breathe more deeply when we get

outside which is good for our bodies and minds. Finally, the beautiful sunshine gets

absorbed by our skin and we make Vitamin D which helps our mental health, heart

health, and bone strength. Just 10-15 minutes of sunlight will do it! Try to get out in

morning s and evenings while it is still pleasant and cool...

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 (Temp) Steven702-888-3480

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, Kha-Shan, Arturo, Anna, Fred, Alex,

and Tasha -Chef Darren

Henderson—Betty, Eileen, Veniana, Kaylee & Chef Lori

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!

Jamie, Maria & Marisela—Las Vegas 702-648-3425

Nicole & Maria—Henderson 702-368-2273

NEVADA SENIOR SERVICES Caregiver Programs & Groups

Caregiver Support Groups

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

Bereavement Group for Caregivers

2nd Wednesday of the month, 10:00 am – 11:00 am Adult Day Care Center of Las Vegas

Contact Marcy Cherek, LSW, MSW 702-333-1538

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

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

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

Many Thanks to our Generous Donors and Supporters:

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

Nevada Senior Services is an equal opportunity provider

and operates with the support of Nevada ADSD and the

Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Thank you to Jessica Gibson and team from

Thema Health Services for their donation of

incontinence supplies, masks and food.

Thank YOU to our friends at Nathan Adelson

Hospice for delicious cookies and ice cream our

participants and Amazing Staff!