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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Carol Armendariz
SALES DIRECTOR
1360 ADAMS STREET | MANKATO, MN, 56001 | 507-388-9292 | JUNE 2017
Karen Pehrson
LIFE ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR
WELCOME!
Hannah Barnlund
NURSING DIRECTOR
Lisa Reutzel
LPN Manager
Penny Pearson
5 Benefits of Being A Senior Citizen
Getting older is hardly something to look upon with fear and trepidation. In fact, retirement can offer people the extra time to do things they always wanted to do but
never had time for – and a whole realm of perks and benefits to make them more enjoyable. Here are five of them:
Stay Fit for Less Money:
DINING SERVICES
Erin Williams
Hereda Omar
MAINTENANCE TECH
Kelly McGuire
[email protected]
BIRTHDAYS
OUR MISSION
Our focus is to develop and maintain
happy and healthy living environments
and provide a “person-centered” care
approach for a growing senior populous.
CORE VALUES
Accountability
Relentless Improvement
Passion
Respect
Embrace Change
www.PrimroseRetirement.com
Senior fitness has never been more popular. There are immense physical and emotional benefits to staying healthy and active as we age, and communities across the
country are offering incentives for seniors to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Check your
local fitness centers for special offers as well as community centers and churches.
You may be surprised how easy it is to stay fit on the cheap.
Enjoy Discounted Travel, Entertainment, and More: If you have not already done so,
look into membership with AARP (www.aarp.org). It only costs $16 per year to join
and you can save on dining, cruises, airline tickets, hotel stays, rental cars, auto repair, apparel, and countless other benefits. Even without an AARP membership it is
always a good idea to ask retailers or service providers if they offer a senior discount.
Many of them do.
Find out if You Qualify for Property Tax Exemptions:
PRIMROSE COMPANY
Primrose Retirement Communities,
LLC, provides high-quality independent
and assisted living communities in over
30 locations across the country. Home
Office in Aberdeen, South Dakota since
our founding in 1989, our mission is to
create a happy and healthy living
environment for seniors.
Our motto “this is living!” guides us in
every aspect of our work from
providing personalized attention and a
full and exciting activities calendar to
our friendly and welcoming
atmosphere.
For more information about Primrose
Retirement Communities, visit
www.primroseretirement.com
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HOLIDAYS
D Day 06/06
Flag Day 06/14
Fathers Day 06/18
Summer Solstice 06/20
If you own a home, you may be eligible for property tax exemptions or Homestead
Credit Benefits. Contact your local comptroller or tax assessor’s office for additional
information because property tax exemptions and Homestead Benefits vary by state
and can include credits for school, county, or other types of taxes.
Take Advantage of Medicare Eligibility: If you are retired and plan on using Medicare (www.medicare.gov), it is advisable to get enrolled some time during the three
months before your 65th birthday. This assures that you will be covered the day you
turn 65. It also helps you to avoid the 10% cost increase that comes every year past
the age of 65 that you wait to enroll.
Get a Free Medicare Physical:
Medicare offers a one-time physical exam for free for all individuals covered under
Part B. Utilize the time before you turn 65 to find out which doctors in your area offer these free exams and what tests they include.
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT
We Love Staying Active at Primrose!
Don and Faye Strong are the residents
highlighted In this months spotlight.
Don was born in Ainsworth Nebraska.
Over the years Don has lived in Nebraska, Minneapolis, Willmar, Mankato and has spent 22 winters in Arizona. Don was a semi truck driver for
many companies throughout his
working years. Don enjoys playing
cards, especially cribbage, dominoes,
and watching football and baseball on
HAPPENINGS AT PRIMROSE
The “Key City Senior Breakfast Club” started in May
2012, giving those 55+ an opportunity to meet new
friends and visit old ones, socialize with Key City Officials
in a relaxed atmosphere, and enjoy a delicious homecooked breakfast! Your first visit is FREE and each visit
after is just $3. Past “Key City Officials” that have visited
include, Mankato Mayor Eric Anderson, County Commissioner Mark Piepho, and State Representative, Kathy
Brynaert.
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Faye was born in Redwood Falls, Minnesota. Over the years Faye
has lived in Redwood Falls, Willmar and Villard Minnesota and has
spent 12 winters in Arizona. Faye was a nurse and worked for the
Willmar School district and Mankato Clinic. Faye enjoys reading,
sewing, quilting, music and
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Fun Facts
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June is the first month of the Summer season.
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The longest day of the year occurs either June
21st or June 22nd.
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Junes birthstone is either Moonstone or Pearl.
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Junes flower is a honeysuckle or rose.
June 14, 1900 Hawaii was organized as a territory.
The Zodiac signs for June are Gemini and Cancer.
Kenley Pehrson is a new resident
assistant here at Primrose! Kenley
was born and raised in Waseca,
Minnesota. Kenley is a Senior at
Waseca high school. When not
working at Primrose and attending school Kenley enjoys cheerleading for Basketball and football, playing piano, snowboarding, golfing with family, spending time with friends and reading.
Kenley stays busy with nannying and lifeguarding at the community pool. Kenley loves working at Primrose and is looking forward to
attend college and work in the healthcare field! Welcome to
Primrose, Kenley!
FOR THESE UPCOMING
BREAKFAST DATES:
July 6th
September 7th
November 9th
A Few Reminders!
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If your Air Conditioning is on please close your window.
Please remember only employees are allowed in the kitchen, this is a safety concern.
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travel.
Together Don and Faye have many children, step children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Don and Faye enjoy Primrose
because it feels like home, the friendliness of staff and resident's,
the location and beautiful landscaping! Welcome to Primrose Don,
Faye and dog Max! We are thrilled you are here!
MARK YOUR CALENDERS
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Please remember to sign up for all activities on the bulletin board!
Start gathering up items you want to sell at the garage sale and let Hannah know if
you will be participating or are able to volunteer during the sale!
RECIPE OF THE MONTH
JUNE 2017 ACTIVITY CALENDAR
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1 10:00 Bible Study
1:00 Dominoes(MD)
1:30 Ice Cream Treats Outside
3:30 Chapel with Hosanna(CR)
4 9:00 Chapel(CR)
1:00 "500"
2:00 Color Your World(AD)
6:00 Movie Night(CR)
11 9:00 Chapel(CR)
1:00 "500"
2:00 Color Your World(AD)
6:00 Movie Night(CR)
18 9:00 Chapel(CR)
1:00 "500"
2:00 Color Your World(AD)
6:00 Movie Night(CR)
25 9:00 Chapel(CR)
1:00 "500"
2:00 Color Your World(AD)
6:00 Movie Night(CR)
5 9:00 Rummikub(CR)
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
1:00 Music Therapy with
Kristin(FP)
3:00 Bingo(MD)
6:00 "500"
12 9:00 Rummikub(CR)
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
3:00 Bingo(MD)
6:00 "500"
19 9:00 Rummikub(CR)
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
1:00 Music Therapy with
Kristin(FP)
3:00 Bingo(MD)
6:00 "500"
26 9:00 Rummikub(CR)
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
11:30-12:45 Lunch Bunch to
Perkins*
1:30 Tea with Karen(MD)*
3:00 Bingo(MD)
6:00 "500"
6 9:30 Hy-Vee*
1:00 Color Your World(AD)
3:00 Yoga Class(CR)
3:00-5:00 Manicures(CR)*
3:30 Skipbo(FL)
6:00 Book Discussion
13 9:30 Hy-Vee*
7 9:30 Communion(CR)
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
12:30 Foot Care Clinic(L)*
3:00 Balance Class(CR)
5:15 KFC Take Out Night(CR)*
14 9:00 Mens Outing: Coffee at
9:30 Catholic Mass(CR)
1:00 Color Your World(AD)
3:00 Yoga Class(CR)
3:00-5:00 Manicures(CR)*
3:30 Skipbo(FL)
6:00 Book Discussion
20 9:30 Hy-Vee*
1:00 Color Your World(AD)
1:30 Rosary with Carol(FP)
3:00 Yoga Class(CR)
3:00-5:00 Manicures(CR)*
3:30 Skipbo(FL)
6:00 Book Discussion
21 9:30 Communion(CR)
27 9:30 Hy-Vee*
28 9:30 Communion(CR)
1:00 Color Your World(AD)
1:00 Resident Council Meeting(CR)
3:00 Yoga Class(CR)
3:00-5:00 Manicures(CR)*
3:30 Skipbo(FL)
6:00 Book Discussion
McDonalds with Kelly*
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
2:00 Vine Garage Band(MD)
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
11:30-1:00 Picnic Lunch to
Sibley Park*
2:00 River Valley Hearing(CR)*
3:00 Balance Class(CR)
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
2:00 Trivia(CR)
3:00 Balance Class(CR)
8 9:30 Coffee and Rolls(MD)
10:00 Bible Study
12:15-1:00 Blood Pressure
Clinic(CR)*
1:00 Dominoes(MD)
3:30 Chapel with Community
Christian(CR)
15 10:00 Bible Study
1:00 Dominoes(MD)
2:30 Sing Along with
Hannah(CR)
3:30 Chapel with Christ the
King(CR)
22 9:30 Coffee and Donuts(MD)
10:00 Bible Study
1:00 Dominoes(MD)
1:30 Painting with
Hannah(AD)*
3:30 Chapel with Del
Begalka(CR)
4:15-5:00 Primrose Store(CR)
29 10:00 Bible Study
1:00 Dominoes(MD)
2:00 Newsletter Release
Party/Happy Hour Social(MD)
3:30 Chapel with Community
Christian(CR)
FRIDAY
2 10:00-11:00 Walmart
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
2:00 Movie and Treat(CR)
6:00 "500"
9 10:00-11:00 Fleet Farm
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
2:00 Birthday Party with Ralph
Campbell(MD)
6:00 "500"
16 10:00-11:00 Shopko
10:00-4:00 Garage Sale
11:00 Chair Aerobics(CR)
6:00 "500"
23 10:00-11:00 River Hills Mall
11:00 Chair Aerobics
1:15-3:45 Kids Visiting
1:15 Craft(CR)
2:15 Sundae Building(MD)
3:00 Outside Games
6:00 "500"
30 10:00-11:00 Walgreens
10:15 Visit from Daycare
Friends(CR)
11:00 Chair Aerobics
2:00 Sing Along with Beth
Wilson(MD)
6:00 "500"
SATURDAY
3 9:00 Rummikub(CR)
1:15-2:15 Dollar Tree*
3:00 Knitting Group(L)
10 9:00 Rummikub(CR)
1:15-2:15 Aldi*
2:00 Bingo with Mary(MD)
3:00 Knitting Group(L)
17 9:00 Rummikub(CR)
1:15-2:15 Dollar Tree*
2:00 Bingo with Carol(MD)
3:00 Knitting Group(L)
24 9:00 Rummikub(CR)
1:15-2:15 Aldi*
2:00 Bingo with Carol(MD)
3:00 Knitting Group(L)