A Letter from the Executive Director - MorningStar Senior Living

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Jenny Barham
Jennuy Barnham is our March ALL STAR! Jenny joined the
Morningstar team in 2010 shortly after moving to Colorado.
Jenny is one of the most energetic, lively, happy people
you will meet. She attributes her happiness to spending
her time off with family, going to concerts and watching
comedy movies. She will tell you herself “laughter is the
best medicine!” She has a passion for her
work and takes pride in ensuring our
resident have a clean and comfortable
home that we are proud to show anyone
who walks through the front doors.
Jenny is a friend to everyone . We are
truly blessed to have her on our team.
Resident Birthdays
Bill Abel 4/4
Thelma Pilcher 4/11
Doris Sourwine 4/21
Lorraine Wolff 4/24
Staff Birthdays
Alison Clay 4/9
Dustin Rice 4/10
Sharee Arellano 4/22
Life Enrichment
And all things fun…..
The Life Enrichment department is
excited about the upcoming events in
April!
Hi My Resident Friends and Families,
This month we will honor and celebrate our volunteers
for National Volunteer Week, April 21-
27. Not only do we have a lot of volunteers from
churches, organizations, students and adults,
but we have our own ―in-house‖ volunteers that
we would like to highlight in our newsletter this
month. Listed below are our Resident Volunteers
who help with many things in our community
every month:
Margaret Kral—Country Store, Flower Arranging
Margaret Williams– Serving at Parties, Flower arranging
and Preparation for Communion
Patsy Aldridge—Wednesday Night Bingo with Patsy
Lou Aldridge—Watering the Garden and Flowers
Frances Worrell—Gardening, Carpet Mini-Golf,
Serving At Parties, Devotionals, Helping with Decorations
Westridge Volunteer Listeners—Jean F., Dee H.,
Frances W., Frank S., Carmen E., Frances S., Gene L.
Rose Ella Rerucha –Serving at Parties
Lou Novack—Folding Napkins for Dining
Marna Mostue—Serving at Parties, Taking up Bingo
Money for Patsy
With all our Appreciation,
Selena and Ericka
WELCOME HOME!
Please help us Welcome our
New Residents!
Julio and Elisa Pinto
Penny Panghorn
Carolyn Utley
Hi Everyone,, Happy Easter!
I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday
and is able to enjoy some time with their
loved ones to celebrate. I just wanted to
take this chance to remind everyone to be
mindful to not overdue it with holiday
treats. Sweets and rich foods are often
upsetting to delicate digestive systems of
seniors. Chocolate and other sweets can
have severe effects on blood sugar levels.
As with everything, I encourage you to enjoy,
but enjoy in moderation. Being alert to
changes in your loved ones condition, complaints
of stomach upset should be brought
to the attention of nursing or the care staff.
Many times getting an order from the MD
for a short term over the counter medication
can help off set or prevent discomfort..
As always, enjoy the wonderful weather
and your holiday. I look forward to seeing
all of you at the Easter Brunch.
Best Always,
Doug and Christine
Well spring is finally here despite the recent snowfall.
CULINARY CORNER
The new Grill is in use now and the cooks are really appreciating it. We should be seeing greater variety of fresh produce and seafood
as the weather warms up. Soon it will be time for gardening to begin so any interested should contact Selena for further information
on that. The cooks are looking forward to using fresh herbs again form the garden. What a great time of year!
Remember to join us for Food and resident council meetings again this month. It is normally the second Thursday of the month so
check your calendars.
Thanks,
Kevin and Our Culinary Team
As many of you know Alzheimer’s and Dementia
changes a persons ability to communicate the same
way an unaffected person would. Communication
challenges often become frustrating and upsetting for
loved ones who struggle to find a way to connect.
There is still hope to experience meaningful connections
regardless of the stage of the disease process
your loved one may be in.
Another significant change that comes over the
course of the disease process are noticeable behavioral
changes. This can also be upsetting to see or interact
with a loved one who is suddenly exhibiting new
emotions and actions that are difficult to understand.
I would like to invite all families struggling to understand
Alzheimer's and Dementia as a disease, to attend
my monthly education course, to provide you
with support , understanding and the resources for
your journey ahead. The course will be held every second
Thursday at Morningstar from 9am-12pm Please
call or email
Rparker@morningstarseniorliving.com to
RSVP.
Thoughtfully— Rebecca Parker