MARCH/APRIL 2019

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MONTHLY 2019 TRAVEL DISCOUNTED HEALTH SOCIALS OPPORTUNITIES SCREENINGS WESLEY FRIENDS STAFF

Wesley Friends invites you to (316) 962-8400 visit our office anytime and Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday meet our wonderful staff and volunteers. Open doors to the best times of your life! Suddenly, there are more people to meet, more places to go and more interesting things to do. When you join our social club for those 50 and over, the fun potential in your life expands by leaps and bounds. We have thousands of members enjoying exclusive social, travel and health screening opportunities. Wesley Friends is a program affiliated with Wesley Healthcare, but is open to everyone regardless of hospital choice. Annual membership is only $15 a person or $25 per couple. Please call the Wesley Friends office to enroll, or to request a free information packet.

MEET NEW FRIENDS! “New members tell us it’s • Monthly dinner socials with guest speakers & entertainment fun to make new friends • Monthly health screenings on our trips and at our monthly socials. We make SEE THE SIGHTS it easy by matching first- (READ MORE ON PAGES 6, 7 AND 10) time guests with a friendly • Visit Braum’s headquarters ambassador. Our members • Visit some Kansas Gems often describe Wesley Friends with one word: F-U-N! Come check us out before you join.” WESLEY FRIENDS – Mark Bretches, Manager BOARD MEMBERS Randi Williams, President Susan Brumbaugh Jerry Wagner, Vice President Diana Day Rose Stroud, Treasurer Marie Krehbiel Mark Bretches, Manager Marlene Moore Jim Dake, Auxiliary President Martha Sharp Lois Brooksher Gene Smith

2 | Wesley Friends SONGS OF FAMILY JOIN OUR AND FAITH FUN MONTHLY LUNCH Thursday, March 14, 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. SOCIALS $8, Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple Our monthly socials feature a Wichita-native Georgia Rovenstine taught herself how to play delicious meal along with a guest the Hammer Dulcimer in the early 1980s while vacationing speaker or special entertainment. in the Ozarks. Growing up, she learned how to play guitar The cost is only $8 a person, and piano, which led to her passion for music. Rovenstine payable upon arrival. will be performing various songs and informing us on some of the history of the Hammer Dulcimer. This is the perfect WHEN TO ARRIVE: Arrive any opportunity to learn something new in addition to enjoying time after 10:30 a.m. for coffee a great musical performance! Deadline for reservations is and socializing. The meal starts Monday, March 11. at 11:30 a.m. with multiple serving lines that move quickly. The entertainment or speaker begins after the meal. The social ends around 1:15 p.m.

WHERE: Central Community Church 6100 W. Maple East entrance, near the north end

TO RSVP: Call the Wesley MAIZE HIGH SCHOOL Friends office at (316) 962-8400 ORCHESTRA no later than the Monday before the social. We are required to Thursday, April 11, 11:30 a.m - 1:15 p.m. pay for the number of meals we $8, Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple request, so if your plans change and you can’t attend, please call The high school orchestra as soon as possible. For those students have been working hard attending for the very first time, and rehearsing for their state-wide an ambassador will meet you at music contest. The individual the door, introduce you to other students (and small ensembles) people and invite you to sit at his will be presenting the music or her table. pieces they have prepared for the competition. Come encourage the students as they present a live practice-run of their musical arrangements.

WesleyFriends.com | 3 HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE AND STROKE High blood pressure is the single most important pressure or aging blood vessels are the main cause of risk factor for stroke because it is the number one this type of stroke. cause of stroke. FREE BLOOD PRESSURE ISCHEMIC STROKES CHECKS AT SOCIALS About 87% of strokes are caused by narrowed or You are encouraged to take advantage of the free clogged blood vessels in the brain that cut off the blood pressure checks being offered by Wesley blood flow to brain cells. High blood pressure causes Medical Center nurses at the monthly socials. damage to the inner lining of the vessels, adding to Blood pressure is important because the higher the blockage that is already within the artery. your blood pressure, the higher your risk of health problems in the future. Many people are unaware HEMORRHAGIC STROKES of high blood pressure until it’s too late. Regular About 13% of strokes occur when a blood vessel blood pressure checks can help prevent a heart ruptures in or near the bran. Chronic high blood attack, a stroke, kidney disease and dementia.

WE APPRECIATE OUR HOSPITAL VOLUNTEERS

Wesley deeply appreciates our friendly hospital volunteers. Our volunteers help work the information desks, escort people to appointments, assist with giving directions and much more! To show our appreciation, if you are a hospital volunteer, your Wesley Friends membership (along with your spouse’s) is free! When you receive a membership renewal notice, simply let us know you would like to renew your free membership. Contact Guest Services at (316) 962-2100 about volunteer opportunities.

THE WESLEY FRIENDS MAGAZINE IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!

The online version will assist the Wesley Friends If you would be interested in reading your magazine program in several ways by saving money for online, instead of receiving by mail, please contact printing and mailing over 3,000 magazines and the Wesley Friends Office at (316) 962-8400. There allowing members to book trips and excursions is no additional cost. earlier. It is also available about 10 days before the actual magazine hits the mailboxes too!

4 | Wesley Friends COME HAVE FUN WITH US! APRIL Kansas Gems April 25-26 Day 1 – There are some shining gems in the north central part of our state and we want to take the time to appreciate these attractions. First, stop at the Heritage Center in Abilene to explore the unique history of the area. Ride an original 1901 C.W. Parker Carousel and make our way to the famous Brookville Hotel for a family-style chicken dinner. MARCH Next, we’ll travel to Concordia, a charming town in the heart of the Flint Hills. Visit The Orphan

Braum’s & Scoops Train Museum, which retells the harrowing stories 1st Bus: Thursday, March 28, $109(SOLD OUT) of nearly 6,000 children who left New York for a 2nd Bus: Tuesday, April 2, $109 (Only 25 seats left! better life. Finally, visit the World War II POW Call today!) Camp. At its height, the camp held more than This morning we’ll journey to Tuttle, Oklahoma 4,000 German Prisoners of War from 1943 to 1945. to experience the ‘Magic’ of Milk at one of the Day 2 – Explore additional Kansas treasures, largest dairy operations in the world, Braum’s starting with an 8 Wonders of Kansas finalist, Factory! A lot of hard work goes into each dip of the Garden of Eden, located in the small town Braum’s Ice Cream, a glass of Braum’s milk or a of Lucas. S.P. Dinsmoor created this surprising cookie baked fresh in their bakery. See how the sculpture garden and cabin after the Civil War, and magic happens as we tour their processing plant, every sculpture has a connection to Populist politics, bakery and taste a sample of the goodness for modern civilization and the Bible. Next, visit the ourselves! intriguing Grassroots Art Center, considered Next, we’ll stop for a delicious BBQ lunch at ‘outsider and visionary art in its natural setting’. one of “Oklahoma’s Best Barbecue Restaurants.” Then, get ready for a tongue twister and explore the Our day wouldn’t be complete without a trip World’s Largest Collection of the World’s Smallest down Historic Route 66 to the soda mecca of Versions of the World’s Largest Things. Enjoy lunch America—Pops. On the outside, this neon-retro at the historic Midland Railroad Hotel, welcoming filling station boasts the “World’s Largest Pop weary travelers for more than 100 years. Our last Bottle” but visitors flock to Pops for what’s inside. gem takes us to Cawker City to get an up-close While there, you’ll enjoy an ice cream treat before look at the Worlds’ Largest of Twine, which heading back home with great new memories. was started in 1953. Cost is $109 per person. Price includes Cost is $299 per person (double) or $279 per person transportation, admissions, lunch and one ice cream (triple). A $50 deposit is required. Price includes treat. To make a reservation, call Village Tours and transportation, admissions and 3 meals. To make a Travel at (316) 721-4455 or (800) 333-0312. reservation, call Village Tours and Travel at (316) 721-4455 or (800) 333-0312.

WesleyFriends.com | 5 UPCOMING TRIPS FOR 2019 Thank you to all of those that returned travel surveys. Below are the trips that our members have chosen for 2019.

MARCH 28 AND APRIL 2 APRIL 25-26 See how the magic happens as we tour the Tour the north central part of Kansas to Braum’s Factory – $109. Call Village Tours and experience the shining gems of our state – price Travel to reserve your seat. varies. Call Village Tours and Travel to reserve.

The March, April and May trips are now available for booking. All other trips listed below are not finalized and are not yet available for booking. MARCH AUGUST Tuttle, OK – Tour of Braum’s headquarters. Central Kansas – TBD. APRIL SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER Central Kansas – Concordia’s Orphan Train Lindsborg, KS – Visiting the Old Flour Mill, Museum, German POW Memorial, Stiefel Theatre museum, downtown shopping, Swedish restaurant of Performance Arts in Salina and chicken dinner at and possibly Coronado Heights. Brookville in Abilene. (Overnight trip) OCTOBER / SEPTEMBER MAY Washington D.C. – Smithsonian, National Behind the Scenes – Tour the Penguin Encounter Archives, Arlington National Cemetery, New York at Sedgwick County Zoo and tour of Tanganyika Broadway show, Freedom Plaza, Twin Towers, Ellis Wildlife Park. (Not finalized) Island, and Statue of Liberty. (Bus out / fly home) JUNE NOVEMBER Chicago, IL – Sightseeing tour by the water, Willis/ Behind the Scenes – Tour a radio or TV station and Hancock tower, Museum of Science and the Navy watch a newscast. Pier. (3-4 day trip) DECEMBER JULY Yoder, KS – Kansas Law Enforcement Training Hays, KS – Victoria Cathedral of the Plains Church, Center, Carriage Crossing, Yoder Woodworking Hays Sternberg Museum of Natural History. shop, Yoder Meats, Yoder Hardware store. (Overnight trip)

6 | Wesley Friends UPCOMING TRIPS FOR 2020 As a result of the travel surveys, below are the trips that our members have chosen. The following trips are not finalized and are not yet available for booking.

JANUARY JULY 8-day trip Colorado/ Wyoming – Winter in Colorado railroad tour – Royal Gorge, Pikes Peak, Yellowstone National Park, Cross the Grand Divide ride ski lifts, sky rides, Golden, Colorado. (3-4 day on Amtrack’s Superliner train, Old Faithful, Grand trip; possibly fly) Teton National Park. FEBRUARY Aviation Museum – Restored B-29, super fortress airplane “doc.” MARCH Cottonwood, KS – Grand Central Station, restaurant and hotel. APRIL / MAY British Isles Cruise – (15-night cruise) London, England; Guernsey, England; Cork, Ireland; Dublin, AUGUST Ireland; Belfast, N. Ireland; Glasgow, Scotland; Church Tours – St. Georges Greek Orthodox, St. Orkney Islands, Scotland; Loch Ness, Scotland; Mary’s, Shriners Chapel, First Methodist Church. Edinburgh, Scotland; Paris/Normandy, France. (Approximately $4,599 – Per person double) SEPTEMBER Hillsboro, KS – Hillsboro Arts and Crafts Show. OCTOBER Lincoln, NE – Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film, tour the governor’s residences, Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum, Arbor Day

NOVEMBER Behind the Scenes – Tour of a local airline company MAY / APRIL or fire department. Hutchinson, KS – behind the scenes at Dillon’s DECEMBER Nature Center, Hutchinson Zoo, assembly Kansas City, KS – Overnight Christmas trip. line, visit a wind turbine plant. JUNE Behind the scene tour of Highland Dairy and more.

WesleyFriends.com | 7 A PICTURE’S WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS WHAT HAPPENS ON THE BUS... STAYS ON THE PARTY BUS

8 | Wesley Friends A PICTURE’S WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS WHAT HAPPENS ON THE PARTY BUS... STAYS ON THE PARTY BUS

WesleyFriends.com | 9 CHICAGO, CHICAGO! A FUN GETAWAY PRESENTED BY WESLEY FRIENDS | JUNE 6-10, 2019

Day 1: Des Moines, IA – Experience the best the Windy City has to offer on an unforgettable trip to Chicago. Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, this world-class city invites us to explore its rich history, iconic skyscrapers and distinct cuisine. Today, we travel as far as Des Moines. Day 2: Chicago, IL – Begin the adventure with a walking tour of the Amana Colonies, a National Historic Landmark that celebrates a vibrant community of the past. Linger amongst the craftsmanship of yesterday in their woodworking, wine-making, wool weaving and delicious smoked meats and cheeses. A scrumptious lunch is included at a historic Amana Colony inn. Arrive in the Windy City later this afternoon in time for Day 4: St. Charles, MO – Stop and stretch your dinner. Located in the heart of downtown, our legs in central Illinois where we’ll stop for lunch accommodations for the next two nights are merely and snap a photo in front of the World’s Largest steps from Michigan Avenue’s Magnificent Mile. Covered Wagon. Then travel to historic St. Charles. Day 3: Chicago, IL – Housed in the only This afternoon visit the intriguing Lewis & Clark remaining building from the 1893 World’s , Boat House & Museum, which houses the full- The Museum of Science and Industry is a Chicago scale replicas of the boats used by the famous must-see. Experience 14 acres of fascinating hands- explorers. Enjoy our last evening together with on exhibits that invite you to explore and engage in dinner in this quaint small town. the world of science. After lunch at the museum, Day 5: Home – Say farewell to the Show Me State spend some time visiting Chicago’s waterfront Navy as we journey home, but not before sharing one Pier. This afternoon, navigate through the heart of final lunch together. the city on an Chicago River Cruise. A local expert shares historic insight, points out famous landmarks Pricing Information: and some hidden architectural treasures on this Double: $1,099 per person enthralling excursion. Single: $1,469 per person Triple: $1,029 per person Quad: $949 per person Deposit: $50 per person Travel Insurance: $101+ per person Price includes transportation, accommodations, admissions and ten meals. To make a reservation, call Village Tours and Travel at (316) 721-4455 or (800) 333-0312. Final payment due 35 days before departure.

10 | Wesley Friends PATIENT STORIES

A quick peek at some positive reviews patients and families are sharing on social media, celebrating the amazing work that takes place every day at Wesley Healthcare by the employees and physicians committed to the care and improvement of human life. (Edited for clarity and patient privacy.)

AARP SMART FROM A HOSPITAL SENIOR STAFF MEMBER DRIVER COURSE “In rounding today I met a patient here for knee surgery. She told me she only ever comes to Wesley and part of her surgery This course can help you clearance was to meet with Dr. Bajaj for cardiac. He came in drive safer and may reduce the room after her tests and said, ‘I am so, so sorry.’ Immediately your insurance rates. The cost she thought she wasn’t cleared but he continued, ‘I did is $15 for AARP members everything I could to save your husband in 2014. I am so sorry and $20 for non-AARP he passed.’ He remembered her and remembered taking care of members. Participants must her husband 5 years ago. She was so surprised he remembered attend the full session. No that she burst into tears. She told him ‘Thank you. Everyone tests will be given. To register, says it’s time for me to move on but I just can’t – is that normal?’ call the Wesley Friends Office Dr. Bajaj hugged her and said ‘It’s normal – it’s love, and love at (316) 962-8400. has no time limit.’ She felt like she was truly cared about because Dr. Bajaj really took the time to see her as a person.”

WESLEY WOODLAWN HOSPITAL FRIDAY, MARCH 8 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. “I just wanted to commend your staff for the excellent care that I received during my stay at the Wesley Woodlawn Wesley Medical Center Cessna Conference Room Hospital, while recovering from my hip replacement surgery. All the nurses that greeted me in Pre-Op were very friendly and comforting. The two anesthesiologists were exceptionally concerned with my breathing issues, and explained to me FRIDAY, JUNE 28 how they were going to take care of me during surgery. The surgical nurses were very nice as well, and right by my side. 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. After surgery, I was in terrific pain and Sara was right there Wesley Medical Center to help me get immediate relief. The other nurses that took Cessna Conference Room excellent care of me were Rachel, Kayla, Yecenia, Bonnie and many others. Therapists John & Trevor got me started on the right track to a quick and healthy recovery. Lastly, I want to commend Dr. Cusick for giving me a new hip.”

WesleyFriends.com | 11 HEALTH SCREENINGS Expanded benefits OUT TO for our members LUNCH BUNCH Keep tabs on your health by having your blood levels checked at our monthly Join our fun and friendly group for lunch in local screenings. This is a simple blood draw restaurants. Call Wesley Friends at (316) 962-8400 that takes five minutes. Wesley Friends to make a reservation. has partnered with Wesley Woodlawn Hospital & ER to offer you this service. Times are 7-8:15 a.m. Dates and locations are:

THURSDAY, MARCH 21 Wesley Woodlawn Emergency Room BUFFET CITY 2610 N. Woodlawn Wednesday, March 20 at 1 p.m. THURSDAY, APRIL 18 601 N. West St. Wesley Woodlawn Emergency Room Enjoy a great conversation and a yummy and 2610 N. Woodlawn delicious Chinese buffet. Buffet City is located just south of Central on West Street (on the west side of West Street). It is in the southwest corner of the Members (you must show your Wesley shopping center. Friends card at the time of screening to receive discount): • $10 for lipid, glucose, hemoglobin • $15 for prostate cancer blood test

Non-Members: • $15 for lipid, glucose, hemoglobin • $30 for prostate cancer blood test

MAKE YOUR SCREENING KNOLLA’S PIZZA – EAST Wednesday, April 17 at 1 p.m. RESERVATION by calling the Wesley 7732 E. Central Ave. Friends office at (316) 962-8400. It is important to schedule an appointment. Enjoy delicious New York and Chicago-style pizzas, Participants must be fasting for the lipid, sub sandwiches and more at a bright counter-serve glucose and hemoglobin screenings. joint. Knolla’s Pizza is located in the Rock Central Square Shopping Center. It is on the east side of the Danurand Drug building and west of Intrust Bank.

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AARP Smart Driver Course 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. (WMC) 10 11 12 13 15 16 14

March Social: Songs of Family and Faith Daylight Savings 11:30 a.m. (CCC) 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Lunch Bunch, 1 p.m. Buffet City Health Screenings St. Patrick’s Day 601 N. West St. 7-8:15 a.m. (WW) 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

31 Braum’s & Scoops (VT) WW – Wesley Woodlawn VT – Village Tours and Travel Departure Center CCC – Central Community Church WMC – Wesley Medical Center

WesleyFriends.com APRIL 2019 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6

Braum’s & Scoops April Fool’s Day (VT) 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

April Social: Maize High School Orchestra 11:30 a.m. (CCC) 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Lunch Bunch, 1 p.m. Knolla’s Pizza - East Health Screenings 7732 E. Central 7-8:15 a.m. (WW) 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

Easter Kansas Gems (VT) 28 29 30

RR – Reflection Ridge Retirement Community VT – Village Tours and Travel Departure Center WW – Wesley Woodlawn WMC – Wesley Medical Center CCC – Central Community Church WesleyFriends.com UPDATE ON HEAR WHAT THE TWINS! OUR MEMBERS Former administrative assistant, Erin Givens, says the twins ARE SAYING! are doing great and she is enjoying being a mother of two healthy babies. Erin said, “Tell everyone ‘hi’ for me. They are six months old and growing way too fast! They both weigh about 16 pounds and are 26 ½” long. They sit up on their own and are thinking about crawling (which means game-over for me and my husband).”

“Wesley Friends is a fun group that gets together monthly for delicious lunches and programs. We also have great local events, The family photo on the left was taken when the twins were three months day trips and longer excursions. old. The photo on the right was taken on Super Bowl Sunday. Cohen is on Come join the fun!” the left and Cooper is on the right.

“Lots of laughter.” HAVE A MEAL “I get to meet new people at every event I attend. We go ON US! places that I probably could not As a Wesley Friends member, you can get free meal go on my own.” coupons for your loved ones to use in the cafeteria if you are ever hospitalized at Wesley Medical Center or Wesley “Wesley Friends is a group of Woodlawn Hospital & ER. Getting the coupons is easy! older adults who get together When you’re admitted, have someone call (316) 962-8400 for trips and various events to request the coupons. Then, we’ll deliver them to your on a monthly basis. You get to room. If you’re admitted on the weekend, have someone visit meet people from all kinds of the admissions desk in the lobby of the children’s hospital to backgrounds and walks of life. pick up a packet of meal coupons. It’s always a fun adventure.”

WesleyFriends.com | 15 JUST FOR LAUGHS

EXERCISES FOR SENIORS You know how important exercise is as we grow older. Here are a few suggestions: I start by standing outside behind the house and, with a five pound potato sack in each hand, extend my arms straight out to my sides and hold them there as long as I can. After a few weeks I moved up to 10 pound potato sacks, then 50 pound potato sacks and finally I got to where I could lift a 100 pound potato sack in each hand and hold my arms straight out for more than a full minute! Next, I started putting a few potatoes IN the sacks, but I would caution you not to overdo it at this level.

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