The Village of Glendale Crossing

Gazette

VOLUME 3 , ISSUE 4

APRIL 2013

The Village of Glendale Crossing is launching the Music & Memory program, which brings iPods loaded with personalized music selections to residents who have dementia to enhance their memories and enrich their lives. Grounded in research about how brains respond to music, a personalized music program has been proven to be a life-changing experience for many elderly and resident who have dementia. We hope this program will demonstrate the powerful abilities of music to engage, animate, support memory retrieval, and return a sense of dignity and identity to residents who need support. This program helps assist each participant in reaching his or her highest level of functioning and improving quality of life, which is what we strive for with every resident. Team members will interview families and residents to discover their favorite songs and preferred genres of music and create playlists specific to each person. The music will be downloaded onto personal iPods for each resident in the program. We have enough iPods of start with 3 iPods per neighbourhood, but our goal is that we will have enough for all residents to have free access of their own personalized iPod. We need your help in 4 key ways: 1. Let us know if you would be interested in being a part of the program by either identifying yourself as a resident who would want the use of a personalized iPod, or as a family member on behalf of your loved one. 2. Donate your old iPod, iTunes gift card, or cd`s 3. Put our ``looking for donations`` poster up at your place of work, worship, leisure or educational institution. 4. Help us interview residents about their musical interests, keep the iPods charged and in great working order. For more information about the program here at Glendale you can talk to Jennifer Hall Director of Recreation. For more information about the national Music and memories program check out www.Musicandmemory.org

As some of you may know, my family and I are beginning our journey to make our family of three into a family of four. We are blessed to have been chosen to adopt our second beautiful daughter from Vietnam and begin our journey March 21, 2013. It’s currently 12:15 am and I think of how blessed I am to be part of the Glendale family. All the well wishes and congratulations have meant so much to me and my family. I feel like you have all gone through this process with me and am forever grateful for the love and support you all have given. Since I consider Glendale my second family I would love for all of you to follow our journey to our second gift, “Remy”. To help you follow our journey we have set up a blogsite which you can log onto at www.oursecondgift.blogspot.ca . We will post as many updates and pictures as we can so you can all feel like you are there with us. I hope you enjoy them. I will definitely miss you all while I am away but will enjoy the time with my family. I will certainly be in to visit once we have returned and settled in and look forward to introducing Remy to you all. I know she will be welcomed with open arms just as her big sister ”Emma” has by all of you. Once again thank you all. Yours truly, The Pastrano Family Joe, Kim, Emma and Remy

Joe Pastrano, Assistant Director of Nursing Care

We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children. -- Native American Proverb

I just came back from vacation and am feeling very refreshed and ready to greet the Spring. I’m looking forward to sunny days ahead, with lots of flowers and mud. I am especially looking forward to judging the Easter Bonnet parade. Just a small note that my vote cannot be bought by offering expensive chocolates or bottles of wine. The other day we were in a huddle discussing why Glendale Crossing has a large wait list, and thus high Michelle Vermeeren, occupancy, with some people having to wait three years General Manager to come to Glendale. We kept on asking why?... and came up with reasons such as newness of the building, the WOW factor on Main Street, clean and fresh neighbourhoods, and friendly team members. We agreed that one of our biggest factors is our team members. We need to hire the very best people. We can do this by working hard and changing our hiring practices a bit. We are taking applications via our web site, and applicants have to fill out a questionnaire to determine if they are a good fit with the organization. We then hold group interviews and assess whether or not people can work well within a team. After a 1:1 interview and reference checking, we start the orientation process, including a “Meet the Village” chance to work with team members in all departments. Hopefully we will be welcoming those team members who are going to assist us in changing the culture of aging, by empowering residents, building authentic relationships and by being flexible. I am excited by the future. I want to talk about how impressed I am with our Residents’ Council. The turnout for the last few meetings has been huge, and the conversation has been very stimulating. The minutes of the meetings are posted on Main Street, and all residents are encouraged to attend. The Council meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 2:00 pm. Ask me what a “feather boa intervention” is all about! - Michelle Vermeeren, General Manager

Mediterranean Diet What is the Mediterranean Diet? A dietary pattern found in the Mediterranean regions, including Greece and Italy Is associated with decreased risk of heart disease Is a diet high in fruits and vegetables, omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish, nuts/seeds, olive oil and omega-3 supplements) whole grains, and legumes (black beans, kidney beans, lentils, chickpeas, and white beans) Is low in saturated/trans fats (unhealthy fats)

How to follow a Mediterranean Diet at Glendale Crossing

Choose Fish options at least two times per week Including Baked Cod and Salmon Loin Whole grains, ncluding Whole Wheat bread, Oatmeal, and Cream of Wheat Vegetarian options when available Including Baked beans, Vegetable Chili, and Vegetable Soup Lean meats such as poultry and fish over red meat options Including Baked Chicken Breast, Roast Turkey, and Lemon Dill Salmon Eat lots of vegetables, especially green leafy ones Have nuts and seeds as snacks

Avoid Too many sweets and treats including cakes, cookies, candy and chips

A golfer's diet: live on greens as much as possible. ~Author Unknown

We are all sad to see Yolande go for the year but we wish her all the best with her new journey in to mother hood. We will keep you up to date when she has the baby and when does we know she will be a great mother. With that being said, I am happy and excited to be in the volunteer coordinator role and I look forward to working along side all of our great volunteers for the next year. As you all may know, April is a very special month for Volunteers. It is Volunteer Appreciation month! Even though we are grateful and appreciative of our volunteers every day of the year, April is dedicated just for them! Please make sure to thank our Volunteers when you see them around the home this April. To celebrate all of your hard work, we are celebrating our Volunteer Appreciation night at the Palasad this year on Wednesday April 24th at 6:30- 8:30 p.m. We hope that you are able to make it out for a fun night of games, prizes, food and optional bowling! April Volunteer Opportunities: Special Events: Monday April 1st~ Easter Bonnet Parade 1:30-3:30 p.m. Thursday April 11th~ Birthday Party 1:30 p.m. Thursday April 18th~ Casino Afternoon 1:30 p.m. Breakfast Clubs & Luncheons: Wednesday April 3rd~ on Brighton 7:45 a.m. Wednesday April 17th~ on Brighton 745 a.m. Wednesday April 24th~ South Tower 7:45 Tuesday April 30th~ on Brighton 11:30 a.m.

Holly Ross, Volunteer Coordinator

Outings: Wednesday April 10th~ Fleetway Outing with South Tower 1:00 p.m. Friday April 19th~ Fleetway Outing with North Tower 1:00 p.m. Friday April 26th~ Cherry Hill Mall Outing with North Tower 9:00-1:30 p.m. Please see your April Volunteer calendar for additional volunteer requests.

It is with sadness we remember those who have passed away in March;

Maureen Scott, and Bernice Shipman On behalf of the Board of Directors, Leadership Team, Team Members and Residents we offer our condolences. Join us for a “Celebration of Life” in memory of their lives. All Residents, Staff, Families & Volunteers welcome.

Tom Jarbeau was born on April 15, 1933 in a small town by the name of Arnprior just outside of Ottawa, Ontario. He was the youngest sibling of two with one older brother named Albert. His father was the caretaker of the church in their home town, while his mother stayed at home. As a young boy, one thing that T.J. enjoyed was swimming. He loved swimming so much he would skip school to go to the park and swim for the afternoon. T.J. was a very hardworking man and worked in many different fields throughout his years of employment. He started out working in Arnprior for the local hydro company digging holes for hydro posts,. He then moved to Labrador where he worked for the Iron Ore Company as a stock keeper for truck parts. From there he moved back to Oshawa to work for General Motors where he worked as a laborer lifting hoods of cars on different lines. The last company that T.J. worked for was Davey Tree Expert Co. where he trimmed down the limbs of trees. During the long weekend, T.J. decided to catch a ride with one of his coworkers. It was around 5 a.m. and T.J. was having a nap in the cab of the truck when all of a sudden the truck hit a Cadillac. Since there were no seat belts back then, T.J. flew out the side of the truck and landed on the highway. From there he became unconscious for 14 days and was no longer able to work after that. In 1970, T.J. responded to an ad in the paper in the dating section to a woman who was also a Jehovah witness by the name of Lillian. From there, he continued to write letters back and forth to this woman until one day her sister drove her down to meet him. From there they had an instant connection and were married in 1971 in Battle Creek, Michigan. T.J. has three children, 2 daughters and a son. On December 26th, 1972 his eldest child Thomas Amos was born, and 5 years later they had their first daughter Sarah followed by Esther Marie in 1978. T.J. is also the proud grandfather of two granddaughters named Felicia and D.J. On December 12, 2012 T.J. moved into The Village of Glendale Crossing. His current hobbies here at Glendale include playing cards and going on the computer. He enjoys crib, but his favourite card game is bridge. He says he loves to play bridge but there aren’t very many bridge players around. T.J. is a very friendly man who enjoys striking up conversations with others and loves to have a good laugh. You can often find him in the community centre chatting up a storm with the recreation staff. He is a wonderful man to be around and we are happy to have him here at The Village of Glendale Crossing!

Schlegel Summer Camp – Camp Maskinonge Did you grow up canoeing? Or is canoeing and camping something you’ve always wanted to try but never had the opportunity to do? Schlegel Villages is looking to put together a first of its kind trip with residents from all of our Villages across Ontario. We are looking to have 10-15 residents from our Villages and would love to provide you with more information regarding this trip. If you are interested in becoming one of the first Long term care residents in the world to participate in a trip of a life time please come and see Amy in the Fitness Centre. There will be a viewing of the proposed trip with pictures of our destination TBA. April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month April is upon us and every year we’d like to continue to bring awareness to a disease that effects many of our friends and family here at Glendale. Please keep in mind that there are many different ailments that we all deal with throughout our lives and we need to be respectful of our neighbours and support them through all of lifes ups and downs when possible! If you would like more information on Parkinson’s Disease please contact Amy in the Fitness Club on Main Street. Your PAL team

Natural Smiles have booked a number of clinics over the next couple of months. If you or your family member are in need of an Audiology, Optometry or Dental Visit please see your RPN or Neighbourhood Coordinator who can assist you with filling out the appropriate referral. There are posters in each neighbourhood where you will find the cost for these services. The following are dates for the clinics being held with Natural Smiles... March 20th - Hygiene -Clinic room March 26th Optometry- Board Room (OHIP covers one exam per year) April 2nd Hygiene - Clinic April 4th Audiology-Clinic April 23rd Hygiene - Clinic April 30th - Hygiene - Clinic AND Optometry - Board Room May 2nd Audiology - Clinic

Every month there are many of you that put your best foot forward and work very hard to maintain or improve your overall health. This month’s Athlete’s of the Month has continued to work hard on his physical health throughout the last year and visits the Fitness Club on Main Street regularly to work on his strengthening, cardiovascular and balance! He has shown great dedication and improvement throughout his time here at Glendale!!! Please help us in congratulating BOB KRAUS from the Westminster neighbourhood as March’s Athlete of the Month!

Engelina Pippel Alexina Gregoire Ruth Fountain Marilyn Squire Terri Kapko Larry Froud Gerda Neumann Salvatore Picciuto Pestia Kozak Jean Belfour Eva Harris Pat Virgin Thomas Jarbeau Dean Mesanovic Don Ducharme Helen Furtney William Sparrow

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An April birthday can be either an Aries (April 1st-19th) or a Taurus (April 20th30th). Aries is a strong fire sign. Most Aries are curious, energetic, ambitious and restless. In approaching their goals they act with confidence and in their dealings with others they are direct. If you have an Aries birthday you were likely a bold and competitive child. Aries usually retain their competitive natures into adulthood and carry the force of their personalities into the workplace and their relationships. Famous Aries include Thomas Jefferson (April 13) and Leonardo Da Vinci (April 15).

Lost Clothing? Every month we will now be bringing all the lost laundry to the community center on the last weekend of the month so you can search for your long lost missing sock and sweater. Dates for April are Saturday April 27th and April 28th, 2013.

Meal tickets & catering

Attention Residents! Just a reminder that your friends and family can join you for lunch or dinner for only $11.00. Meal tickets can be purchased from the Village Office on Main Street. Attention Families! Thinking of having a party of your loved one for a birthday, anniversary or just because? Let our Food Services take care of the meal! Catering brochures are available at the Village Office or you can make arrangements directly with Cindy Awde, Director of Food Services, ext 8004.

Clips n’ Curls Salon The regular salon hours are:

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

9:30—3:00 9:30—3:00 9:30—3:00 9:30—5:00 9:30—3:00 9:00—2:00 Closed

For your convenience you can drop by the salon and fill out a consent/ frequency form for salon services.

Community Council Meetings Residents' Food Meeting Tuesday April 16th, 2013 11:00am Residents' Council Meeting Tuesday April 16th, 2013 2:00pm Family Council Meeting Tuesday April 16th 2013 7:00pm

"The sun was warm but the wind was hill. You know how it is with an April day. When the sun is out and the wind is still, You're one month on in the middle of May. But if you so much as dare to speak, a cloud come over the sunlit arch, And wind comes off a frozen peak, And you're two months back in the middle of March." - Robert Frost, Two Tramps in Mud Time, 1926

April is National Poetry Month and National Poetry Writing Month

We were all a wee bit Irish for the day celebrating St Patricks' day with a fantastic party. Thank you to Westminster neighbourhood for hosting!

April Events: Monday April 1st 2:00pm on Main Street Easter Bonnet Parade Thursday April 11th 2:00pm on Main Street Birthday Party Thursday April 18th 2:00pm on Main Street “Casino Rama” Monday April 22nd 2:00pm in the Chapel Earth Day ``Earth Viewing`` Wednesday April 24th 6:30pm—8:30pm Volunteer Appreciation Event Palasad (off site)

Our chimes choir and vocal choir gave us a great performance at their Spring fling concert in March. Are you interested in joining the choir? Led by our music Therapist Jill, the choir has practice every Friday afternoon and new members are always welcome.

Boys will be boys! Lloyd, Ed and TJ were captured on film this month doing something that made their day… drinking a Tim Hortons coffee, flipping the first steak of the season on the grill and making wooden model boats. Shown on the left: 2Handsclay came for a visit to help us make some beautiful clay pots!. They will be back again for a future projects.

Even with the snow still flying outside we have officially began the spring season. Easter is coming in just over a week, and if we look outside on the front lawn of Glendale we have even spotted some Canadian geese that have started to return. This is surely a sign of spring even if that Groundhog lied to us in February. We have some great news! We as a Village are preparing for some spring cleaning of our own. A few months ago the leadership team introduced the idea of a Village wide cleaning to commence each afternoon in each neighbourhood for about 10 minutes. We trialed it in two neighbourhoods, one in each tower and found out a few things. The first was that it really didn't take us that long. We were able to meet on the neighbourhood grab our cart and clean all touch points and horizontal surfaces (including the dining room) in about 10 minutes. The second thing was how great it felt knowing that we made it "sparkle" just a little bit more for our residents. Truly, it gave us all the opportunity to take some ownership and show our pride in efforts made for the residents. We are looking forward to sharing this experience with each of you in April. I have issued a challenge to our team members to help us Nick Zalitech and his little girl at name our project “X”. We have had sevlast years Easter bonnet parade. eral names float around but none of them have stuck. There will be a prize for the winning submission which is a gift Certificate to the Village Harvest Bakery in Wortley Village. I look forward to letting you know about the winning submission and more about our new cleaning initiative. Nick Zalitach, Director of Environmental Services.

Every resident has the right to share a room with another resident according to their mutual wishes, if appropriate accommodation is available." "

In other words... You have the right to share a room with another resident, so long as you both agree and space is available at the home. The person you share with could be just a friend or someone you are romantically involved with. You can choose to share your room with someone of the same or opposite sex. It does not matter whether you are married to each other or not."

Turn to Channel 133 on your television and wow, there will be all kinds of radio stations! Once 133 is put into the TV it comes up blank , however wait a few seconds and the #1 will appear beside 133. This is the first of a multiple of radio stations for everyone's` likes and dislikes and languages. Residents, you can then scroll up on your remotes to the station you like. Channel 133-25 is Tillsonburg`s 101.3. There is CBC, Zoomer from Kitchener, a classical station, CJBK Talk radio from London, even Toronto stations. Happy listening! Thank you to Marilyn Garrett from our Family Council for discovering this great tip!

Welcome Spring! I hope the arrival of spring brings us some nice weather soon. I just wanted to offer a reminder to everyone coming in to visit that we need to be aware of the scents brought into the building. Some of our residents are very sensitive to scents in their environment, so please keep perfumes, air fresheners, and scented personal products to a minimum when visiting. Please join our big bike for heart and stroke team. We are riding on June 20th at 4:30 pm and are looking for bikers. If you are interested please see Christy Cook or Jennifer Lantz for a pledge form. Last year we won the Best spirit award and hope to reclaim it again this year. Save the Date! June 1st/13 will be our Family Picnic Fundraiser for the Big Bike. We will have BBQ for sale and lots of fun games for the whole family. Hope to see you there.

Maureen Dwyer, Our Chaplain

Welcome to Spring: the season in which we seem to be filled with joy, energy and rebirth. I know I get excited at seeing all the signs of life before us. Make sure and take time to enjoy the beauty of nature and marvel at the growth in the littlest things like snow drops… to the larger like leaves on trees. April 22 in Earth Day, make sure and give thanks to our Creator for this amazing planet we live in.

We had our Spiritual Care Advisory Team meeting recently. I am humbled at the great work that our Volunteers do to enhance the spiritual lives of our residents and their families. This enhancement not only includes Sunday Services, but bible studies, prayer circles, music ministry, Anglican and Non Denominational Communion Services, Masses, Communion, Rosary and 1:1 visits with residents. We are so blessed. Thank you for living the gospel amongst our wonderful residents at Glendale.

Top 10 Words of Wisdom by Gandhi 1) Be the change 2) What you think you become 3) Where there is love there is life 4) Learn as if you’ll live forever 5) Your health is your real wealth 6) Have a sense of humour 7) Your life is your message 8) Action expresses priorities 9) Our greatness is being able to remake ourselves 10)Find yourself in the service of others.

Our mission.... is to provide holistic health care in a home environment, located within an internal neighborhood design that promotes a caring community, with emphasis on optimal health & life purpose for each resident. Michelle Vermeeren General Manager

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Jennifer Lantz

Director of Nursing Care

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Joe Pastrano

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Nick Zalitach

Director of Environmental Services

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Jennifer Hall

Director of Recreation

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Cindy Awde

Director of Food Services

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Holly Ross

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Volunteer Coordinator

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Maureen Dwyer

Chaplain

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Tim French

Social Service Worker

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Kim Skinner

Neighborhood Coordinator

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Heather Janzen

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Christy Cook

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Phone: 519-668- 5600 X8001 Fax: 519-668-5604 E-mail: [email protected]

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