Burcham Beacon Volume 10 3Rd Edition March 2017

Burcham Beacon Volume 10 3rd Edition March 2017

On a cold winter day, residents sipped tea, enjoyed snacks and showed their creative sides! Instruction was provided by painter, Kimberly Swartz. Residents surprised themselves with their own painting skills and were excited to show off their creations. A special “Thank You” to Dori from Great Lakes Caring for collaborating on this event.

Just as in history, the light- house gave a guiding light to conduct mariners to their destination, so will the Burcham Beacon act as a guide to Aging with Grace.

It was hard to not be in the mood for love as Peter Bergin serenaded us at the I NSIDE T HIS I SSUE Valentine’s Day Social. We were also treated to a special performance of “My 3 Music & Enrichment Funny Valentine” by our very own LaTorea McBride, Clinical Services Sup- 4 Employee Spotlights 5 Reminiscing port. A special “Thank You” to the Hospitality Team for the beautiful and deli- 6 Special Events cious refreshments. Valentine’s cards were provided by students from Eaton 7 Resident Center Happenings RESA, East Lansing High School and Haslett Middle School. 8 CHR 2nd & 3rd floor Neighborhoods 9 Places to Go 10 Regular Program Descriptions 11/12 Wellness 13 Foundation 14 Memorials 18 Spiritual Wellness Residents enjoyed the musical performance & Support Groups by “Generations” during the annual Mardi 19 Movie Listings Gras Celebration. This year, mini floats were Newsletter Staff designed and created by each neighborhood Co-Editors Nancy Hanford and a winner was selected by those who at- Bruce Greenman tended the event. The winner was the Under Alesha Williams the Sea Float made by 3CHR residents.

Layout/Design Nancy Hanford Feature Writers Bruce Greenman See additional pictures of these events on page 17. Publicity Tammy Terwilliger 2700 Burcham Dr. ~ East Lansing, MI 48823 ~ (517) 351-8377 PagePage 2 2 MarchApril 2017 2016 From the Desk of the Executive Director . . . by Pam Ditri he topic of Ageism was discussed at a recent Ask Questions/Get Answers meeting as I T reviewed an article entitled, The Cruelty of Calling Older Adults “Sweetie” or “Honey.” The article points out that often when the only defining feature we see is age – personality, beliefs and individuality are often replaced with stereotypes of incompetence, debilitation and dependency. These stereotypes can lead to one of the most damaging of the discriminat- ing behaviors of ageism – we start treating older adults like children.

Another example of ageism in the article was shared through the story of 79-year-old Mary Halpin of Denver who was enjoying a visit with a good friend when her assigned doctor came into the room and proceeded to talk to her friend, not her, about her care plan. As Mary explained, “I am an adult, intelligent woman” and she was Burcham Hills surprised that her doctor would treat her this way. At the time, she nor her Leadership Team friend addressed this with the doctor as they were taken aback, which was

Pam Ditri, NHA most unfortunate as this could have been a learning opportunity for the doc- Executive Director tor. 827-1042 The article shares an AARP video in which Millennials are asked, “What do

Nancy Hanford you think is old?” The response was 40, 50 years of age! Next, they ask the Communications / Exec. Asst. young people to demonstrate how an old person would walk crossing the 827-1043 street, doing pushups or jumping jacks. The millennials depict the old per- Cindy Popovitch son as very decrepit and barely capable of completing the tasks. Following Director of Organizational Dev. this, they are paired with an older adult, and given 2-minutes to teach each 827-2954 other something. Some of the millennials are unable to do physical tasks that Jim Kaczmarczyk the older person tries to teach them, and many are surprised at how well the Director of Finance/Controller 351-4662 older person is able to do what they demonstrate, such as a jump and dance

Pegi Chatti, RN, NHA moves. After completing this exercise, the millennials have a whole new CHR Administrator perception of “old” and realize how capable they really are. The question is 827-1037 once again asked, “What do you think is old?” The responses this time are

Barb Smith, NHA much different at 80-90 and 100 years old. Director of Quality & Strategy 349-4803 One way to fight ageism, suggested by researchers in the article, is to intro-

Marcy Harris, LPN duce the positive images of aging in early childhood education. When we Director of Resident Center have positive images of aging, we are less likely to hold on to negative stere- 827-0361 otypes. At Burcham, we offer many opportunities for young children to in- Mark Sarvis teract with residents and share intergenerational activities. These activities Director of Building & Grounds 351-3642 are positive for both generations and also allow our staff to model appropri- ate behaviors in caring for residents. Jennifer Sokol Director of Hospitality Like many behaviors, we are often not aware of the assumptions we have 827-1025 made that influence them. Most people believe they are showing a sense of Jessi Kvatek, RN caring when they address an elder as “Sweetie” or “Honey.” The intention is CHR Director of Nursing 827-1038 not to be hurtful. We can all learn and respond differently. Wait to see if an

Bill Cosby older adult truly needs your help, don’t have an adult child take over the con- Director of Sales versation for the older adult, don’t assume all older adults are hard of hear- 487-0832 ing, don’t refer to the older adult with Sweetie or Honey unless the older

Abdullah Masood adult has requested you to do so! Director of Operations 827-0692 The article ends with the statement, “There was a time when we didn’t un-

Lesa Smith, MPA, CFRE derstand the damage of negative aging views. Now we do. We know there’s Foundation Director much more to us than just being old. We need everyone to recognize that.” 827-2924

Sarah Metz Source: The Cruelty of Calling Older Adults “Sweetie” or “Honey.” Fighting ageism means Business Development Director paying attention to our stereotypes. Next Avenue, October 27, 2016 by Debbie Reslock. 827-1059 BURCHAM BEACON Music & Enrichment Page 3 Music Opportunities

Lansing Matinee Musicale Bill & Penny Draper will sing and perform Irish tunes. Bird Group with Gene W. Wednesday, March 22 Amazing Bird Facts, new book will 2:00 pm / AWR be presented. Thursday, March 2 Thursday Night Special with Jay Hill 7:00 pm / AWR Jay will play the guitar and sing songs from the ‘40s to today. Birds of a Feather Thursday, March 23 Come join other bird enthusiasts 7:00 pm / AWR in this monthly meeting where MSU Musical Memories Performance they discuss what birds they have Students from MSU Music Program and residents seen, interesting bird articles or from Memory Care join forces for a special music facts or just share bird related stories. performance. Tuesday, March 28 Thursday, March 30 2:00 pm / SVDR 7:00 pm / AWR Held the last Tuesday of each month.

MSU Music Series Special performances by Greater Lansing Independent Bird Watching Community Concert Series. Watch for flyers to We have two new opportunities to observe the announce the special performers. variety of avian species around the Burcham Friday, March 31 community. 7:00 pm / AWR Binoculars are available in the SVDR, ask your server or host about these. Birding Watching Bags are available in the Intergenerational 2RC Lobby and 1CHR Solarium/Aviary. Each Exercise Class bag contains a Birds of Michigan guide, binocu- Wednesday, March 15 lars and a ledger to enter information on birds 10:15-10:45 am / AWR observed. The preschoolers from The Peoples Church will join the residents in a gentle and fun fitness group led by Recreation and Fitness team “Big House” Book Club * members. Monday, March 20 1:30 pm / 5th Floor Lounge Preuss Pets Animal Encounter “The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind” Snakes, Parrots and Lizards OH by William Kamkwamba MY! Come see what Preuss Pets *Be sure to make notes of areas you wish to discuss. brings this month! If you would like a book or more information, contact Friday, March 24 Margaret Rockwell 333-1856 or Jane Bunge 337-3162. 1:30 pm / AWR Bring your book to return and pick up a copy of your next book.

 BH Burcham Hills Additional March Holidays  RC Resident Center Location Key Location Ash Wednesday - Wednesday, March 1  CHR Center for Health & Rehabilitation Pi Day - Tuesday, March 14  DFFR Dennis Faucher Family Room (5th Flr RC) Spring Begins - Monday, March 20  AWR Ada Whitehouse Room (1st Floor RC)  PDR Private Dining Room (2nd Floor RC)  WC Wellness Center (1st Floor RC)  LS Leisure Studio (1st Floor CHR) *All programing complies with the Fair Housing Act (FHA). Some  SVDR Scenic View Dining Room (2nd RC) programs may require support staff, which will need to be ar-  SP Stansell Patio (1st CHR) ranged with the Personal Wellness and/or Recreation departments prior to the event.  GLLR Great Lakes Living Room (3rd RC) PagePage 2 4 Employee Spotlights MarchApril 2017 2016 Employee Spotlight ~ Josh Lenneman, RN Josh Lenneman joined Burcham nearly one year ago as an RN on the 1st floor of the CHR after completing his nursing degree at LCC. A Lansing native, Josh has a 17- year-old son, Avery. He enjoys his 6-year old black lab, Rex, and loves to work out, coach wrestling, go hiking (anything outdoors) and fly airplanes. He was a wrestler in college, and maintains a healthy diet and holistic approach to life. He’s traveled to every continent except Antarctica. His son Avery is a senior at Eaton Rapids High School, and competes on the swim team in the 50 and 100 meter free style. Medical careers in Josh’s family are not uncommon - his mom is a retired nurse of 40 years, and his only brother is a cardiologist.

Before joining Burcham, Josh was given the opportunity to provide a workout regimen for a person with ALS. He took care of this patient as an Aide, and will be featured in a documentary soon. He eventually would like to get his ACE personal training certificate so that he can train more people.

Josh maintains a second career, proudly serving in the U.S. Navy Reserve as a Pilot, flying a C-130 which is a cargo and passenger plane. He always wanted to be a pilot like his grandfather, who was a B-24 liberator pilot in World War II. That inspired him to join the military. Josh obtained his Aviation Safety and Business Admin- istration degree at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, AZ. Afterward he lived in Hawaii for four years while serving in the military, followed by two years of service in southern Louisiana. Josh recently re- turned from a 4-month deployment in Al Udeid AB in Qatar, in the Persian Gulf.

Josh says that he decided to become a nurse while flying a mission in Afghanistan. He started volunteering at the local hospital because they needed help. He really enjoyed it, and decided to get a nursing degree so he could give back. As a nurse at Burcham, Josh enjoys uplifting patients and their families when they’re having a tough time, making them feel warm and as comfortable as possible. Josh believes that Burcham’s medical staff are top notch, and easy to work for, and he feels that management cares for the staff. He appreciates the positive changes that have been implemented, including improvements in teamwork, and safety processes such as those to prevent falls. He’s also noticed improvements in communication about changes related to policies and procedures.

Employee Spotlight ~ Hannah Heron, RN Hannah Heron became a Burcham team member in May 2008 as a charge nurse. Be- fore coming to Burcham, she was a mid-wife assistant and helped deliver 52 babies. Since joining the Burcham team, she now wears many hats. These many hats include Senior Nurse Manager for the first floor in the Center for Health & Rehabilitation, the Wound Certified Nurse for the CHR and the Infection Preventionist for the community.

Hannah is continuing her education by completing courses for her Master’s Degree in Nursing Leadership and Management through online courses at Western Governor’s University.

Hannah has 6 children, and 2 granddaughters who are her pride and joy. During her limited free time from work and school, she enjoys reading, knitting, going up north, spending time with family and her Starbuck’s coffee.

When asked what she loves about Burcham, Hannah states she enjoys the people and their dedication to resident centered care. BURCHAM BEACON Reminiscing Page 5 Getting Old Isn’t Easy Anymore by Bruce Greenman now define middle age as starting around 70. Fifty years ago, with all the scorn and cal- lousness of youth, I thought anyone who had reached age 60 was already living on bor- rowedI time.

A thing I’ve noticed lately is the small print they’ve been using these days. Newspapers are getting farther away when I hold them and I have to squint to make them out – and that’s just the headlines!

It is obviously ridiculous to suggest that a person my age needs trifocals, but at certain distances, I have to have somebody read aloud to me. Even that is sometimes not too satisfying, as people speak in such a low voice these days that I can’t hear them very well.

The last time I took an airline trip, I found it necessary to use a pay phone at the airport . . . don’t ask why I don’t use a cell phone. It wasn’t easy to find an old-fashioned phone booth, but when I did, I had to back halfway out of the booth to read the numbers on the coin box—and I already had my glasses on!

Everything is further than it used to be. It’s twice the distance from my room to the elevator than it was when I first came to Burcham. And the last time I played golf on the course (I’ve played all my life), I noticed a couple of fair sized hills that I never noticed before.

Recently, I was strolling in downtown Lansing and was joined by a lovely young lady who said, “Do you mind if I walk along with you?” Giving her my best Tyrone Power glance, I assured her that she might. She then proceeded to explain that she had just run away from some guy who was trying to pick her up and she would feel much safer if she appeared to be escorted by an older man. Actually, she didn’t say “older man,” but the implica- tion was clear. Boy! I can remember when . . .

Speaking of young people, they are younger than they used to be when I was their age. When I cross the campus on football Saturdays, I am shocked to see the mere tots they’re admitting as students these days. The average age of the freshman class can’t be more than thirteen.

Kids do seem to be more polite than in my time, though. Occasionally, they will call me “sir” and one of them asked if he could help me across the street. On the other hand, people my own age are so much older than I am. I don’t believe there’s any excuse for so many of my peers tottering into a state of advanced senility. I ran into an old college classmate the other day and he’d changed so much that he didn’t recognize me. I got to thinking about him while shaving this morning. I stopped for a moment and took a closer look at my own reflection in the mirror . . . somehow they don’t seem to use the same kind of glass in mirrors anymore!

Another thing is cameras. I get out pictures taken with my old box camera and find myself to be a rather good looking guy (he said modestly). Today, those fancy gadgets they call cameras, without fail, make me look like an old man. There are many more examples I could give you, but it’s time for my nap. Monthly Music Opportunities

Sing-a-Long w/ Jug & Mug Sunday, March 19 / 7:00 pm / Ada Whitehouse Room

Piano w/ Lucille Olson Wednesdays / 4:00-5:00 pm / 2nd floor RC Lobby Fridays / 4:00-5:00 pm / 3rd Floor CHR

Piano w/ Lorrie Dyal Tuesdays / 10:15-11:00 am / CHR 3rd Floor PagePage 2 6 Special Events MarchApril 2017 2016

Second annual Spring Fashion Show

St. Patrick’s Day

Celebration! Tuesday, March 14 2:30 pm Friday, March 17 Ada Whitehouse Room 2:30 pm / AWR

Residents will walk the runway in the latest Spring Fashions from Kelley’s Consignments. Put on your green shirt and your green hat, Green is the color of the day and it’s how Don’t miss your chance to be a model! Sign up in 2RC leprechauns know to give wishes to you! lobby or see Kimber Lucius by Friday, March 3. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Meets Every Tuesday @ 7:00 pm / AWR

Welcoming new members!

Great Courses Lending Library

 NOW AVAILABLE 

We now have a variety of DVDs from “Great Courses” on art, music and history available We are happy to an- for independent viewing. nounce that we will begin holding designat- Visit the Recreation Office on 1RC ed programs in the room next to the Ada to view the selection and check out Whitehouse Room (formally the Marketing office).

materials. We plan to use this space to reduce the number of program cancelations or relocation. Watch the daily calendar for programs being held in the Ada Studio.

Brownie Troop #30226 Will be offering Girl Scout Cookies Tuesday, March 14 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm / 2RC Lobby

Cost: $4.00 per box BURCHAM BEACON RC Happenings PagePage 7 7

Groups you don’t want to miss! The Elder HeART Tour Program at Creative Crafters The Broad Museum March 15 @ 2:00 pm 5th floor Lounge We enjoyed some Several individuals who attended last month’s stunning displays Valentine’s Day Social expressed interest in at the MSU Broad the paper flowers on the tables. This month in Creative Crafters, we will be providing a Museum... tutorial on how to make these charming little blooms.

...and made our own masterpieces here with instruction provided by Painting with a 4th Floor Neighborhood Twist.

Artist Studio Wednesday, March 29 2:00-3:00 pm 4th floor Lounge MSU Student Prototype

Neighborhood Meeting and Wine & Cheese Social Thursday, March 23 2:00 pm 4th floor Lounge Join us on Tuesday, March 14 Birthday Party Thursday, March 16 At 1:00 pm in the PDR 1:30 pm As students from MSU present a 4th Floor Lounge prototype for a new product, please Join your neighbors as they celebrate their special day! provide them feedback so they can

All 4th floor residents, families learn how this product can best fit the & staff are encouraged to attend. needs of seniors. PagePage 102 8 CHR—2nd & 3rd Flr Happenings MarchApril April2017 2016 2016

2nd Annual Spring Fashion Show Meet the New Residents! All residents are invited to our 2nd Annual Spring Fashion CHR-3rd Floor show on Tuesday, March 14 at 2:30 pm Clarice Cocco in the Ada Whitehouse Room. Jack Buck Don’t miss your chance to be a model! Sign up in 2RC lobby or see Kimber Lucius by Friday, March 3. CHR-2nd Floor Pat McCuaig Our Ice Cream Social! The cold weather didn’t bother the residents. They Resident Council Meeting enjoyed socializing with friends and family while enjoying some great ice cream! Located on 2nd floor CHR Wednesday, March 29 @ 11:00 am

This meeting is for both 2nd & 3rd floor neighborhoods. Please join us and receive information about things happen- ing within your neighborhood. We also value your input and feedback!

Upcoming Events 2nd floor Neighborhood Upcoming Events 3rd floor Neighborhood 3rd floor Neighborhood Monthly Meeting 2nd floor Neighborhood Monthly Meeting Tuesday, March 28 @ 2:30 pm Thursday, March 30 @ 3:00 pm Families & staff are encouraged to attend. Families & staff are encouraged to attend.

Birthday Party Birthday Party Tuesday, March 28 @ 3:00 pm Thursday, March 30 @ 3:30 pm Come celebrate our Come celebrate March Birthdays! our March Birthdays!

2nd Floor CHR Event Outing 3rd Floor CHR Food Outing Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum Red Lobster Thursday, March 2 Thursday, March 16 12:30 — 3:00 pm 11:00 am– 2:00 pm

**Please contact Taylor or Eldon **Please contact Taylor or Eldon if you would like to attend. if you would like to attend. BURCHAM BEACON Places to Go PagePage 9 7

Lenten Fish Fry NCG Matinee Movie Outing Hosted by the Catholic Community of St. Jude Tuesday, March 28 in DeWitt, Michigan Matinee Show: TBD Friday, March 10 Cost: $5 movie Departing at 3:45 pm Snack $ optional Return at 6:00 pm Movies cannot be selected more than one week ahead of Cost: Approx. $7 outing due to changing show times at the theater. Movie Menu includes baked cod & fried pollock fish, and times will be posted the week prior to the outing. french fries, baked potatoes, bread sticks, macaroni & cheese and cole slaw. Please sign up by Mar. 9 Lunch Bunch Outing Coral Gables Being Mortal: Friday, March 31 Medicine & What Matters in the End Depart at 11:00 am Documentary Screening at Studio C! Okemos Cost: $15 - $20 Thursday, March 16 Departing at 6:15 pm Please sign up by Mar. 30 Show begins at 7:00 pm Cost: Free (includes Pop & Popcorn) March Neighborhood Outings Please sign up by Mar. 10 Get to know your neighbors! Check with your Recreation Monthly Men’s Event Therapist or Therapy Leader for the specific time and destination Outing to Claddagh’s Irish Pub of your outing. Tuesday, March 21 Wednesday March 1 Memory Care Departing at 11:00 am Thursday March 2 2CHR Event Return by 2:00 pm Thursday March 9 Resident Center Cost: $15-$20 Thursday March 16 3CHR Lunch Please sign up by Mar. 20 Thursday March 23 Memory Care

The Peoples Church Preschool Visit Outings Sign-up Procedure Join us in visiting the children at The Peoples Church preschool. The children are excited to host our visit Please sign up in the 2nd floor Resident Center Lobby and show us their classroom. (table in hall by kitchen) at least 48-hours in advance for Thursday, March 23 ALL outings and shopping trips, unless otherwise stated Departing at 9:00 am/ Return by 10:15 am on sign up sheet. If you find it difficult to sign yourself up, Please sign up by Mar. 22 you may also contact the Receptionist at 351-8377. Please be aware that signing up does not guarantee at- Premium Series tendance. Number of seats as well as the needs and safety of the individuals will be evaluated. You will be Wharton Center - Star Wars & Beyond notified once a decision is made on the final attendance. The Lansing Symphony Orchestra presents the To provide a fair opportunity for others, we may limit the Music of John Williams. number of outings individual attend each month. ALL Sunday, April 22 trips depart from the 2RC Lobby. Departing at 7:15 pm / Show begins at 8:00 pm Cost: $25 ($15 tickets and $10 Premium Series Fee) NOTE: Outing locations are accessible to ALL residents unless other wise noted on flyer and sign-up sheets. Ac- All ticket sales are final. Sign up and payment are due by April 6. We cessible transportation is provided and wheelchairs can must sell 8 tickets to receive the discounted price. If you do not wish to use Burcham transportation, you will not be charged the premium series be requested in advance for your added convenience. If fee. You can still sign up for the discounted tickets or call Alesha at 827- you require assistance or reasonable accommodations to 1068 by April 6. attend, please contact the receptionist prior to signing up. PagePage 102 10 MarchApril April2017 2016 2016 Regularly Scheduled Program Descriptions Academic Lecture Series (Mon. & Fri., 9:45 am/AWR): Each week a new lecture from online educational sources will be presented. Residents select the series they wish to have presented next. Bridge (Tues., 3:00 pm): This independent program reserves a space and time for residents with a love of Bridge to meet and play. If you love Bridge and want more information, please contact a Recreation staff. Card Making (Mon., 3:15 pm/4RC): Whether you need a card for a special occasion or just like being creative, Recreation staff will assist you in making a beautiful card you will be proud to mail. We can make cards for good causes such as the military troops and thank you’s for area businesses. Creative Cooking (Sat., 2:00 pm/4RC): We provide the recipe, ingredients and supplies for a new recipe each week, often focused on the holidays or season each month. Farkle (Mon., 1:00 pm; Thur., 2:00 pm; Sat., 3:00 pm/4RC): A classic dice-rolling, risk-taking game. Don’t know how to play? No worries, we will teach you…it’s easy! Gardening Group (Mon., 2:15 pm/TBD): Based on the season, this group could include planning the gardens to be planted in the spring, planting the raised bed gardens on the 2CHR patio, weeding and watering during the growing season and even making garden tags and crafts to help beautify our gardens year round. Geographic Explorer Film (Fri., 6:30 pm/DFFR): A variety of series are presented with a focus on nature, geography and world exploration. Lifelong Learners (Mon/Thur., 4:00 pm/PDR): This learning experience is provided via videos through Great Courses. Topics are selected by a committee of residents. Each video series comes with a transcript and guide books to assist in the learning experience. Manicures (Tues., 1:30 pm/5RC; Fri., 2:30 pm/4RC): Recreation staff will file, buff and even paint your nails. This is a first come, first served opportunity. If time runs out, we will make every effort to schedule additional time. Michigan History Group (Tues., 6:30 pm/PDR): Each week is a new topic focused on our beautiful mitten state. Recreation staff presents their findings and residents share stories of their experiences. Residents help pick the topic for the upcoming week. Reference a Librarian (Wed., 12:30 pm/2RC Lobby): Annie from the East Lansing Public Library provides books to loan and will take requests to bring for future visits. Social Calls (Sun 9:15 am): Recreation staff provide one-on-one visits for residents on an as needed basis. Tech Time with Sarah (Tues., 2:30 pm/4RC): Do you have a question or need help with your tablet, lap top or cell phone? Sarah will provide one-on-one assistance to teach and assist with your questions. Travel Through Time (Wed., 9:15 am/4RC): Travel to a different time and place, no ticket necessary. Using videos, slide shows and historical information, you will feel as though you are traveling through time and experi- encing the wonders of the world. Quilting for a Cause (Wed., 10:00 am/2CHR): Residents make quilts to be donated to area organizations in need. We have all the equipment and can teach anyone interested in being involved. Trivia (Sat., 10:30 am/4RC): Come test your knowledge on a variety of subjects. Trivia is often focused on a timely topic such as holidays or based on a theme. Wii Bowling (Wed., 1:00 pm/DFFR): No heavy balls or rented shoes, come try your skill at the Wii version of a favorite past time! Wine & Cheese Social (Every other Wed., 4:00 pm/2RC Lobby): Enjoy wine and cheese selections while Lucille plays the piano. It is a wonderful social opportunity to gather before dinner.

*Do you have a question about a program or a new program idea? Contact Alesha Williams at (517) 827-1068 or drop by the Recreation office (1RC). Page 11 BURCHAM BEACON Wellness PagePage 11 7

Free Exercise Classes FITNESS ASSESSMENTS March 7 & 8 Enhanced Fitness Ada Whitehouse Room M/W/F 10:30-11:00 am 4RC By Appointment Only Seated exercise group to enhance your strength while seated. Instructor: YMCA Every six months, the Wellness Center offers Fitness Assessments. Fitness Spe- Fit and FUNctional cialists will assess strength, flexibility, en- M/W/F 11:00-11:45 am AWR durance, balance and coordination. Each Seated and Standing exercise class designed for appointment takes 30-minutes. This as- those who want to get a little more out of their sessment is $20 and is billed to your workouts. monthly statement. Instructor: YMCA To make an appointment: Fall Prevention Exercise Class (517) 827-2452 T/TH 1:00-1:30 pm AWR [email protected] Seated and Standing exercise yoga class designed to improve balance and increase core strength to prevent falls and injuries from falls. Instructor: Tracy Wescott, YMCA Monthly Wellness Cardio Drumming *Location Change* Dimension: Physical T/TH 1:45-2:15 pm Ada Studio Physical wellness promotes proper care A fun way to get your heart pumping! Drum to of our bodies for optimal health and the beat of John Phillip Susa’s iconic marches. It functioning. There are many elements doubles as a great stress reliever! of physical wellness that all must be Instructor: Tracy Wescott, YMCA cared for together. Overall physical wellness encourages the balance Sit and be Fit *New Class* of physical activity, nutrition and mental TH 9:45-10:15 am 4RC well-being to keep your body in top Seated exercises instructed by Mary Ann Wilson, condition. RN. These exercises help ease arthritis pain and increase range of motion in your joints. Facilitator: Sarah Schimm, Recreation Lead

Tai Chi *Location Change* Wed 3:00-3:30 Ada Studio This type of Martial Art helps balance, strength and memory. You can do it seated or standing. Blood Pressure Clinic Thursday, March 23 9:30-10:30 am Outside the Scenic View Dining Room PagePage 2 12 Wellness Cont. and Volunteers MarchApril 2017 2016

Do you feel the call of the stage or yearn to see your name in print? Here is your chance!

Join resident Bruce Greenman in performing his production of “Old Time Vaudeville” coming in early May 2017.

No experience necessary, just a willingness to be in front of an audience. The only requirement is to commit to attend 4-5 practices and all the performances.

Sign up in the 2RC Lobby outing binder. We need 8 actors and 5 performers. The performers can choose a song to sing, do a dance or even a recitation. It can be the performers choice, but with preference of selections from the early 1920s. We can help with song and reading selections, if needed.

Volunteer Groups in our Community March 3, 10,17 and 24 — MSU Alpha Epsilon Delta visiting Residents March 14 — MSU Student Group presenting a prototype (see page 7 for details) March 14, 16 and 22 — MSU Nursing Students joining activities March 17 — Homeschool group will be helping with St. Patrick's Day Social March 24 — MSU Speech Language Pathology group will be calling bingo

March 30 — MSU College of Music performance with Memory Care residents

Meet our new Fitness Technician, Lelia Boniadi! Lelia Boniadi graduated from Michigan State University with her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies. She has shadowed Occupational Therapists in Mary Free Bed at Sparrow. Lelia worked as a caregiver in a long-term care facility and enjoys getting to know residents. Lelia enjoys cooking, traveling and spending time with her family and friends. She has future goals of obtaining a Master of Occupational Therapy and continuing to support the rehabilitation process.

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News from The Foundation at Burcham Hills . . .

“On the Road With Burcham Hills” Campaign Exceeds Goal!

We are thrilled to announce The Foundation at Burcham Hills “On the Road with Burcham Hills” Campaign received over $65,843 in gifts and pledges to support the purchase of an additional van for the Burcham Hills Transportation Fleet! Due to the generosity of numerous individuals and corporate giving, the Campaign exceeded its original $60,000 fundraising goal.

Contributions included over $15,000 in cash received from Burcham residents, friends, employees and local businesses. Several strategic corporate partners supported the Campaign with commitments of $10,000, including Encore Rehabilitation Services, In Touch Pharmaceuticals, Two Men And A Truck® and Voss Insurance Services, Inc. In appreciation, each of these companies will have their name predominately displayed on the van as major donors to the “On The Road With Burcham Hills” Campaign.

Scheduled to arrive in March, Burcham’s new van will be fully equipped with the mobility equipment necessary to support transportation for members of the Burcham Hills Community. Last year, Bur- cham provided a monthly average of nearly 250 trips for residents including medical appointments, recreational outings and shopping trips, just to name a few.

We are planning an early spring formal ribbon cutting ceremony for the van. Everyone is invited to help us celebrate so please watch for additional information on this special event.

The Foundation at Burcham Hills exists to generate and receive charitable gifts in support of the en- tire Burcham Hills Community. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, gifts received through the Foundation are tax-deductible related to applicable state and federal law.

For additional information regarding the many charitable ways to give to The Foundation at Burcham Hills, please contact Lesa Smith, at (517) 827-2924 or [email protected]. Your gifts allow Burcham Hills to continue developing programing and services that touch the lives of all who call Burcham Hills home or receive invaluable rehabilitation care and assistance.

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Dear 4th floor Staff, Ashley, Marinda, Chibana, Marcy and everyone else – there are too many of you to name (and I’m not good at names anyways!), I wanted to thank you again for your awesome care of my grandmother, Dolores Goodwin. She was always in good hands with you. She enjoyed getting to know you and considered you to be part of her family. She cared about you very much. From the nurses and aides, to the staff in the dining/kitchen area, to Michelle, who cleaned her apartment – thank you all. You are all gift from God. And God bless you all! Sincerely, Sarah Michaels (granddaughter)

Dear Staff of Burcham Hills Retirement Community Tony and I sincerely thank you for your response to Ellen Kelly Gibson’s passing. The beautiful plant you sent sits in a planter on our back deck, and its rich, fall color always makes me think of Ellen. Ellen was a resident of Burcham Hills for eight years, and we wish to thank every single person from every level of your organization who contributed to making her stay at Burcham warm, safe and loving. With appreciation, Bette Collom (sister-in-law) & Anthony J. Menninger

To the Staff and Employees of Burcham Hills, I wish to express my sincere thanks to Burcham Hills for sending the lovely plant for Pat’s celebration of life memorial service at University United Methodist Church on 10-16-2016. We planned the service to be a joy- ful recognition of Pat’s 85 years on this earth and the bright blossoms helped accentuate that theme. We also appreciated the many efforts the staff and hospice nurses made to ease Pat’s difficult last days. For the most part, they were peaceful and pain controlled. We are grateful that Pat left us with so many positive life examples. We are also grateful that Burcham has been here to help us traverse this particular life changing experience. With deep appreciation from the Engelmann/Moody family, Monty Engelmann

Ask Questions / Get Answers

Ask Questions / Get Answers (AQ/GA) is held each Wednesday at 1:00 pm in the Private Dining Room. Guest speakers for discussion are listed below:

Date Speaker Department March 1 Dexter Jones RC Care Manager March 8 Mark Sarvis Director of Building & Grounds March 15 Jim Kaczmarczyk Director of Finance March 22 Bill Cosby Director of Sales

March 29 Cindy Popovitch Director of Organizational Development  Please note: Speakers are subject to change, please refer to the daily calendar. Speaking Agenda: 1:00-1:20 Pam Ditri, Executive Director (March 15: Abdullah Masood) 1:20-1:40 Guest Speaker 1:40-2:00 Hospitality Team 1:40-2:00 Alesha Williams, Recreation (March 29)

In Memory Of We take this time to remember those we loved and have passed away during the month of February. We express our sincere thoughts and prayers to their families.

Jose Jovito ~ Feb. 6 Flint Grice ~ Feb. 7 Mildred Sirrine ~ Feb. 8 Julie Hosheild ~ Feb. 11 Richard Northrup ~ Feb. 24 William Piggott ~ Feb. 26 Jane McChesney ~ Feb. 27 Page 11 BURCHAM BEACON PagePage 15 7

Weekly Shopping Runs Serviced by CATA (Capital Area Transit Authority)

As we announced previously, on Tuesday, February 14, the weekly shopping runs (also known as the “Meijer Run”) will be facilitated by CATA’s (Capital Area Transit Authority) Shopping Bus service.

CATA’s Shopping Bus will depart the Resident Center’s front entrance (door #1) at 1:00 pm. The bus will serve Target, Wal-Mart, Kroger and Meijer in Okemos. Residents will return to Burcham at ap- proximately 3:30 pm. There will be no cost to residents who sign-up to use the CATA Shopping Bus. Sign -up will continue to be in the book, located at the table in the main kitchen hallway.

CATA has been serving Greater Lansing since 1972. CATA provides a variety of public transportation services in Ingham, Clinton and Eaton counties. You can learn more about CATA by visiting www.cata.org or by calling (517) 394-1000.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Abdullah Masood, Burcham’s Director of Oper- ations, at (517) 827-0692.

Questions/Answers since implementing service:  Will the bus go to Meridian Mall? Although initially CATA did not include Meridian Mall as a stop on our shopping bus route, they have now confirmed that if there is a demand for the Meridian Mall, so they will make a stop there.  Why does the bus not have seat belts? We reached out to CATA’s administrative team for clarification. Please see their response here: “With the exception of the wheelchair securement areas, public transportation vehicles are not equipped with passenger seatbelts and are designed to be safe without them.”  Why was such a large bus sent? There were only a few residents who went on the trip yesterday. The driver indicated that he will be bringing a smaller bus moving forward. As this was only our second week, they did not have a good measure of what the demand would be for the service.

CATA Weekly Okemos Shopping & Bank Run TUESDAYS / 1:15 - 3:30 pm Departing from the 2RC Lobby (Target, Wal-Mart, Kroger, Meijer & Meridian Mall) Cost: Spending $ Please sign up by Monday of each week.

Thanks to a Longtime Resident of Burcham ~ Ginny Scott! The Burcham family would like to extend a very special thank you to Virginia Scott of the 2nd floor Center for Health & Rehabilitation. “Ginny” as she prefers to be called has been a part of the Burcham family for nearly 20 years. Ginny moved into Burcham in May 1998. Ginny was presented with a special “thank you” gift basket that contained all of her favorite things, including a gift certificate for a massage and a manicure. When Ginny was asked, “What has been your favorite thing about Bur- cham?” She stated, “Definitely the staff. The staff have been wonderful over the years.” Ginny shares a special bond with all of the caregivers who have come into her life, and she is very thankful for this. Thank you so much Ginny for being a part of the Burcham Hills community for nearly 20 years. Page 11 Page 16 March 2017Page 7 Bowling at City Limits Residents took to the lanes and showed those pins whose boss!

Pictured L to R: J. Muller; D. Keesler & D. Davis; G. Boring.

Eli & Edythe Broad Museum This group enjoyed the unique interactive art exhibits being displayed.

Pictured L to R: C. Velez; J. White; P. Richter.

The Peoples Church Preschool The children from The Peoples Church preschool visit Burcham every month for an intergenerational exercise class. This time it was our turn to visit their classroom. They showed off their pet snake and all their toys. Pictured L to R: I. Davis; C. Haase; O. Rogers; S. Everson.

Feeling Lucky Our monthly men’s event was a hit with games that tested their skills. Some staff were challenged to a game of chess and checkers, while others tried their hand at blackjack. Pictured L to R: D. Davis; J. Smith; V. Peterson; D. Wickham. Page 11 BURCHAM BEACON PagePage 17 7

Winter Tea Event

Pictured L to R: T. Nelson; D. Keesler; M. Myers; B. Williams

Pictured L to R: C. Thomas & M. Rockwell; M. Ledebuhr

Valentine’s Day Social

Pictured L to R: T. Nelson & Daughters; M. Ledebuhr & Daughter; B. Curtis & Wife; M. Saper; E. Klier; P. Danhoff

Mardi Gras Party

Pictured L to R: Clarence & Loretta Suelter; Betty Douglas & June White; Gloria Epstein & Ron Robine; Peggy Danhoff & Daughter PagePage 2 18 Spiritual Wellness &Support Groups MarchApril 2017 2016 Stroke Education and Support Group Thursday, March 2, 2017 (1st Thursday) 1:30—2:30 pm, Private Dining Room Topic: Adaptions w/Occupational Therapy (OT) Presenter: Allison Ackels, OT

Sparrow Health System and Burcham Hills Center for Health & Rehabilitation have partnered to bring a fresh approach in stroke support to the Lansing area. Each meeting will have an educational compo- nent followed by support and sharing time. The goal of this group is to provide invaluable information from experts in various areas to aid those who have suffered from a stroke.

Parkinson’s Disease Dialogue Group Friday, March 10, 2017 (2nd Friday) 3:00 pm, 1RC Training Room

Opportunity for residents with Parkinson’s Disease to come together and get acquainted and discuss mutual concerns.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Friday, March 17, 2017 (3rd Friday) 1:30—2:30 pm, Private Dining Room

It’s a family affair. You are not alone in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. This Caregiver Support Group can help. The support group is designed to offer emotional support and provide helpful information on coping with the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease. The group is facilitated by trained support group professional, Justin St. Charles. The group is confi- dential, free and open to the public. Everyone needs support, especially those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease. We hope you can join us each month!

Religious Programs

Bible Study (The Peoples Church)* Each Thursday at 6:15 pm / 4RC Open Bible Study (Non-Denominational)* Sunday March 12, 19 & 26 Wednesdays, 10:00 am / Burcham Library 4:00 pm / AWR Rosary & Communion* Thursdays, 10:00 am / AWR Rev. Dr. J. Gordon Schleicher, retired pastor from TV Mass (Catholic) University United Methodist Church, will present a series of Sundays, 10:00 am / AWR sermons based on the book “Half Truths: God Helps Those Vespers (Non-Denominational) Who Help Themselves and Other Things the Bible Doesn’t Sundays, 4:00 pm / AWR Say” by Adam Hamilton. March 5 - Rev. Fred Fritz, University Lutheran March 12 ◊ Communion will be offered March 12, 19, 26 - Special Vespers Service God won’t give you more than you can handle. God will help you handle all that you’ve been given. ◊ See details on right Unitarian Universalist Discussion Group* March 19 God helps those who help themselves. Saturday, March 4 & 18 / 2:00 pm / AWR God helps us, so we can help ourselves and others. Episcopal Service (4th Tues)* March 26 March 28 / 1:00 pm / PDR Everything happens for a reason. God can use everything for good. Page 11 BURCHAM BEACON March Movies PagePage 19 7

Wednesday MOVIES* Saturday MOVIES* 7:00 pm - Showing in the AWR/1RC* 1:30 pm - Showing in the PDR/2RC*

March 1 – No Movie Showing March 4 - West Side Story (1961) Winner of 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, this classic musical set among the tenements of New March 8 – Letter to Juliet (2010) York City finds star-crossed lovers Maria and Tony By responding to a letter addressed to Shakespeare’s tragic caught in the midst of a turf war between rival street heroine Juliet Capulet, a young American woman vacation- gangs. [152min] ing in Verona, Italy, sets in motion a series of events that Cast: Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn leads her — and the missive’s lovelorn author—in search of romance. [105min] March 11 - Star Wars: Episode III: Revenge of Cast: Amanda Seyfried, Christopher Egan, Vanessa Red- the Sith (2005) grave. In the third installment of George Lucas’ Star Wars prequel trilogy, Anakin Skywalker and Padme Amidala are married, March 15 - Little Big Man (1970) and general Grievous leads the Confederacy in a battle Dustin Hoffman stars as Jack, a 121-year-old man who re- against the Republic. Meanwhile, Darth Sidious is luring war- counts a long and colorful life in the Wild West, including weary Anakin to the dark side, forcing Obi-Wan Kenobi to being raised by Native Americans. His recollections form a fight against his former pupil. [140min] Western epic that includes the infamous Battle of the Little Cast: Ewan McGregor, Hayden Christensen, Natalie Port- Bighorn. [139min] man Cast: Dustin Hoffman, Faye Dunaway, Chief Dan George March 18 - FAMILY FEATURE: Snow White (1937) March 22 - Jurassic Park (1993) Walt Disney broke new ground in 1937 with the animated A multimillionaire unveils a new theme park where visitors feature-length film, based on the famous fairy tale collected can observe dinosaurs cloned using advanced DNA tech- by the Brothers Grimm, about a jealous queen, her beautiful nology. But when an employee tampers with the security stepdaughter, seven lovable dwarfs and a handsome prince. system, the dinosaurs escape, forcing visitors to fight for The Oscar-nominated classic includes the songs “Whistle their survival. [127min] While You Work,” “Heigh-Ho” and “Some Day My Prince Will Cast: Jeff Goldblum, Sam Neill, Laura Dern Come” (which became a jazz standard via trumpeter Miles Davis in the 1950s).[84min] March 29 - Wings (1927) Cast: Adriana Caselotti, Lucille La Verne, Harry Stockwell This 1927 American silent war film is set during World War I. *This is an animated film This film was the first to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. This timeless story of love and loss follows two men March 25 - Tomorrowland (2015) who go to war and the girl they leave behind. The aerial bat- Sharing the ability to perceive a utopian alternate dimension tle sequences still rank among the best in motion picture known as Tomorrowland, a reclusive inventor and a relent- history.[144min] lessly curious teen begin a perilous quest to unlock the se- Cast: Clara Bow, Charles “Buddy” Rogers, Richard Arlen, crets of the magical world, which holds the promise of a and Gary Cooper brighter future. [130min] Cast: George Clooney, Hugh Laurie, Britt Robertson A Movie Committee has been formed to select the movies shown each month, which are based on resident requests. If you would like to be a part of the committee or you have a movie to suggest, please contact Maxine Hewett *All programing complies with the FHA. Some programs may require support staff, which will need to be arranged with the Personal Wellness or someone in the Recreation Therapy Office, and/or Recreation departments prior to the event. 1RC. PagePage 2 20 MarchApril 2017 2016

Recreation Team Meetings in March Welcome New Residents! Alesha Williams, CTRS

13 Res. Assn Mtg—1:30 pm / PDR Recreation Manager #405 Ellen Van Malsen Ext. 417 or 827-1068

#334 Robert Mahoney 23 Food & Dining Comm.—1:30 pm / PDR Resident Center #426 Jennie Mahoney 29 Resident Council—11:00 am / 3 CHR Ext. 277 or 827-1061

#522 Mary Lou Woodward Jerry Rhines #513 Lee & Esther Dalrymple Memory Care Recreation Lead Kimber Lucius #518 Erna Marie Messenger March Highlights Recreation Assistant Sarah Schimm 1 Ash Wednesday RC Recreation Assistant March Birthdays 2 Mary Woodward 2 Bird Group with Gene Center for Health & Rehab Ext. 277 or 827-1061 6 Genevieve Herman 7&8 Fitness Assessments (by appointment) Lindsay Vos, CTRS 6 Patricia Kery 10 Parkinson’s Disease Dialogue Group CHR Rehab Therapist 7 Patricia Westervelt Maegan Brockway, CTRS 2&3CHR Recreation Therapist 10 Olive Springer 10 Lenten Fish Fry Halie Barr, CTRS 11 Dorothy Bergeron CHR Recreation Therapist 14 MSU Prototype Program Eldon Wood 12 Therese Thelen 14 Spring Fashion Show 2&3CHR Recreation Lead 16 James Waun Chelsea Cole 2&3CHR Recreation Assistant 14 Pi Day 16 Jeannette Elchami Volunteers 19 Florence Lyons 16 “Being Mortal” Movie Outing Ext. 410 or 827-2452 Elizabeth Pahl, BA 19 Margaret Wilkening 17 St. Patrick’s Day Social 20 Judith Labovitz Events 20 Spring Begins Ext. 435 or 332-5227 20 Marya Grimes Kimber Lucius 20 “Big House” Book Club Events & Entertainment 20 Robert Schulz

21 Marguerite Birdsall 21 Monthly Men’s Event – Irish Pub Outing Wellness Team Ext. 420 or 827-2452 23 Elsie Klier 22 Lansing Matinee Musicale 24 June White Elizabeth Pahl, BA Wellness & Volunteer Manager 24 Norma Shlien 23 The Peoples Church Preschool Visit Bri Dumond, BS Fitness Specialist 24 Frank Pettway 23 Thursday Night Special with Jay Hill Alicia Feldpausch 25 David Ronk 24 Preuss Pets Animal Encounter Massage Therapist 26 Jan Hazlett Transportation 28 Birds of a Feather Ext. 267 27 Janet Colburn Abdullah Masood 29 William Cleary 28 NCG Movie Outing Director—ext. 371 Dave Alward / Terry Lickman / 29 Marilyn Baird 30 MSU Musical Memories Performance Rich Schneider 30 Elizabeth Legoff Drivers 31 MSU Music Series Cathy Privette, Scheduler

BINGO 31 Lunch Bunch – Coral Gables LOCATIONS April Upcoming Events

Saturdays 10:00 am 2CHR Sundays 2:30 pm 2CHR 4 Fred Meijer Butterfly Exhibit Fridays 2:30 pm 3RC & 14 Community Easter Egg Hunt 3CHR