Bell Tower Talk
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT: Bell Tower Talk Jack Steele Official Newsletter for KMH RESIDENT SINCE JUNE 2018 November 2018 Issue # 11 A Newsletter Publication for KMH Residents, Families, and Wichita-area Seniors. Jack Steele was born on August 12th in Atchison, Kansas. He was the third born of five children; he has two older sisters and a younger The Holidays are quickly approaching, and preparations have started to brother and sister. Jack lived in Atchison until he was 14 and his make sure we have a wonderful season. This is also the time that many of us family moved to Wichita for his dad’s job. Jack attended his final start to think about giving tokens of our appreciation to those who have three years of school at St. Mary’s Cathedral. provided us services or kindness throughout the year. I have been approached by several residents asking about giving KMH staff After attending St. Benedicts College for a semester, Jack transferred money or gifts. However, the KMH policy is very clear that staff cannot accept gifts that have value from residents. The policy reads: “All employees, to Friends University where he played baseball and basketball and supervisors, directors and officers are prohibited from soliciting monetary majored in History. He was a sports writer for the Wichita Eagle or non-monetary gifts, gratuities or loans from residents or their families. during his last few years of college as well as after he graduated. Employees may accept gratuities and gifts of a nominal value from residents. After leaving the Wichita Eagle he was the First Executive Director Your supervisor or CEO should be informed.” Nominal means there isn’t a for March of Dimes, which helped to raise money for the polio real value to the item. I realize this can be frustrating but there are options vaccine. Later, Jack started his own Direct Mail Advertising business available to those who would like to show their appreciation to members of and became very successful with getting mailings across the nation. the KMH staff. Below are some ideas that would be acceptable: •OUR MISSION• -Donate to the Employee Assistant Fund. The fund benefits employee’s in To provide an active and need. Jack and Virginia were both part of the same Catholic singles club, vibrant community where -Donate to the staff Christmas Party. but didn’t know it for quite a while. Jack was usually busy working -Donate to a specific household or area of KMH. For example, purchase a during the dances and other events the club put on, so he couldn’t attend. Virginia was the secretary at every person can live life to the fullest. piece of equipment or supplies that the staff member would benefit from. the bank that Jack would take his March of Dimes donation money to, so they’d see each other quite a -Give handmade items. A handmade gift can be a very special treasure for a T bit. Finally, Jack was able to make it to one of the dances and that’s where they officially met. The staff member that will leave a lasting memory. th lovebirds were married on November 26 , 1960 and have four daughters, one son, and thirteen -Make a homecooked treats and share with staff. o grandkids. -If you don’t cook, you can purchase treats to share with staff. For example, p purchase some cookies or doughnuts for staff. Jack’s hobbies include playing basketball, which he did every Friday evening at the downtown Y until he -Donate to a charity in the staff members name to honor and recognize them. r was 55 years old. “Work was like a hobby for me too because I enjoyed it immensely”. Jack and Virginia -Contribute to a special surprise for a group of employees. For example, pay o traveled the nation, visiting all of the lower 48 states. He said he always had a passion for traveling and to treat the nursing staff in your household to pizza or lunch. v exploring, and greatly enjoyed the trips he took with his wife. -Give a card or write a note letting the staff member know that you i appreciate them. d When asked what Jack’s favorite thing about KMH is he said, “I love everything here and I’m extremely -Let the staff member’s supervisor know how an employee has helped you or e pleased with the facility and the people. I love the food and the friendliness of the residents and staff”. what you appreciate about them, so they can be recognized at employee meetings. a If you are creative, there are many ways to show your appreciation without n Jack’s secret to a happy life, breaking the gift giving policy. For most KMH employees, just hearing that you appreciate what they do or even a simple thank you can mean more to a “Just being happy and keeping occupied both mentally and them than money or a gift, so don’t worry about the real value c physically.” of a gift given. The value of gratitude and appreciation is t priceless. i Janice Powers, v Director of Assisted and Independent Living e Monthly Remembrances… Hervey’s Corner –Hervey W. Wright III Celebrating Birthdays Celebrating November A Funny Reminder to be Thankful! Loretta Evans, 4th th Be Thankful Month Several weeks ago, a friend sent me this story and the encouragement that Lila Laham, 7 Turkey Month follows. I share it here, in November as we prepare for Thanksgiving in Luke Lucas, 8th hopes that it will encourage you. th Family Caregivers Month Greely Osborn, 11 American Diabetes Month Two old friends met each other on the street one day. One looked forlorn, Bob Harvey, 12th almost on the verge of tears. His friend asked, “What has the world done to th Daylight Saving Time Ends you, my old friend?” Hildegard Thiessen, 13 November 4 th Roger Cutting, 14 Veteran’s Day The sad fellow said, “Let me tell you: three weeks ago, my uncle died and left me forty th thousand dollars.” Rose Penner, 27 November 11 Pumpkin Pie Day “That’s a lot of money.” Welcome New Residents November 21 Take a moment to drop by and say “But you see, two weeks ago, a cousin I never even knew died, and left me eighty-five thousand Thanksgiving Day dollars, free and clear.” hello to your newest neighbors! November 22 Edna Hall, Manor Parfait Day “Sounds to me that you’ve been very blessed.” Pat Adams, Manor November 25 “You don’t understand!” he interrupted. “Last week my great-aunt passed away. I inherited Lillie Jordan, Manor almost a quarter of a million from her.” “Life and time are the best Now the man’s friend was really confused. “Then, why do you look so glum?” In Memoriam… teachers. Life teaches us to “This week . nothing!” Jack Sook make good use of time and That’s a problem with receiving something on a regular basis. Even if it is a gift, we eventually Helen Emerson come to expect it. The natural tendency is that if we receive a gift long enough, we come to view time teaches us the value of it almost as an entitlement. We feel hurt, even angry, if we don’t receive it any longer. life.” It is the same way with the blessings God gives us every day. I don’t deserve my comfortable home that I live in, the beautiful scenery around me, the clean water I drink. But after receiving these gifts (and a multitude of others) for years, I sometimes fail to be grateful. I’ve come to expect these good things. And when one of them is removed for a short time (like water or Celebrating Employee electricity or internet going down), I get upset. Anniversaries Let’s all make an effort today to recognize the blessing we’ve come to take for granted. Focus on what we have rather than on what we don’t have and see if it doesn’t improve our attitudes. Linda Leatherman (LPN) 5 yrs Denice Hargrove (Homemaker) 2 yrs “Oh, that men would give thanks to the Lord for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men!” Psalm 107:8 May you have a Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving. KMH Staff Contact Information Janice Powers-Director 269-7504 ATTENTION!! Lori Clark-Concierge 269-7623 Jon Graber-Weekend Concierge 269-7623 Anne Edmiston-Life Enhancement 269-7585 Friday’s Village Store Bingo has been moved to Director Jessica Schroeder-Life Enhancement 269-7658 2:00pm through November and December. Specialist Toji Jones-Life Enhancement Specialist 269-7508 Chaplain Connie 269-7568 Dining Forum Please pay attention to your activity calendars, especially during Hervey Wright- Director of Development 269-7513 the holiday season for any schedule changes/additions! Caitlin Kozak- Marketing 269-7777 Tuesday, Dining Services 269-7653 November 13th Towers Nurse 269-7667 269-7656 David Shuman- Building Services 10:00 am Beauty Shop 269-7621 Physical Therapy 269-7596 Victorian House Kathy Stacy- Resident Statement Billing 269-7607 in Pavilion NOVEMBER MOVIES Find this newsletter online at: Located in the Auditorium at 2:30 pm st Thursday November 1 : Barefoot in the Park rd Saturday November 3 : Every Day www.KMH.org th Sunday November 4 : Silk Stockings Thursday November 8th: State of the Union Saturday November 10th: Steel Magnolias 2018 KMH Holiday Bazaar Sunday November 11th: Shine th th Thursday November 15 : Chappaquiddick Friday, December 7 th Saturday November 17 : Our Souls at Night 10:00am-4:00pm Sunday November 18th: Love at the Thanksgiving Day Parade Auditorium Saturday November 24th: All Is Lost Sunday November 25th: Spotlight Thursday November 29th: How Green Was My Valley Bake Sale, Pictures with Santa, Hot Chocolate Bar **Please see insert with movie descriptions and ratings** New Vendors & Much More! (Movies are subject to change based on availability) Chaplain’s Corner-Connie Pace-Adair Breast Anne’s Cancer Corner Awareness-Anne Month Edmiston Keeping Your Skin Healthy Even though the weather is getting cooler it is still important to protect your skin during the fall and winter months.