The Heritage Herald
January 2017
Volume 5: Issue 48 Number 89
2017
Administrator’s Corner
The “News Brief”Oftentimes I write about the building upgrades
but we fail to share all the clinical updates that
we also make. I thought I would highlight the
newest in “briefs”. Technology is constantly
evolving, which is no different in the world of
incontinence management. Our main focus
when choosing a particular brief is to reduce
skin breakdown, increase comfort and elevate
the patient’s quality of life. For this reason, our
company has moved to using Prevail briefs.
The new technology wicks away the moisture
allowing patients to feel dry, potentially reducing falls. It also protects the skin due to breathable fibers allowing for healthier skin. Lastly,
due to the gains in removing moisture away
from the skin, patients are able to sleep
through the night which has proven results for
reduced anxiety, falls and agitation.
I encourage you to join us to hear more.
“Brief In-Service”
with Donna Appertif from Prevail
Wednesday, January 25th from 5:30-6:30.
-Gretchen Sechio
DON’T MISS THESE GREAT
RESIDENT-AUTHORED
FEATURES!
From the Kitchen of Elena B. …p.2
Resident’s New Year’s Resolutions ….. p.3
“January” Memories from A to Z …...p.3
“ACTIVITIES” Word Search....p. 8
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Also
Upcoming Events ………...p5
THANK YOUs
& Classifieds…....….……..p. 6
Employee News……….. …p.7
Photo with Frosty
January 26th @ 1:30
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JANUARY
Elena B.
Stuffed Artichokes
Trim the top and stems of the artichokes and then
place the artichokes upside down and then turn
side up and separate leaves to make room for the
stuffing.
The stuffing:
Wet Italian bread
Black Olives
Grated Cheese
Parsley
Garlic
Salt
Olive Oil
1 Egg for every 6 artichokes
Mix all the ingredients into a bowl and then stuff
the center of the artichokes.
Place the stuffed artichokes in a pan with the
water almost touching the top of the artichoke
and tip the cover of the pan. Place a little olive oil
on the top of the artichokes. Simmer for about
one hour actually tasting the leaves to make sure
they are soft enough to eat.
A man at a restaurant asked
the waiter
"Say, what is this in my
soup?"
the waiter looked carefully at
the soup.
"I can't say sir. I don't know
one insect from another."
A mother told her mischievous son
"Every time you are bad I get another grey hair."
"Gee Mom,You must have been really bad wnen you
were young. Just look
at grandma's hair." replied the son.
Did you hear about the guy who is such an optimist
that every year he goes down to the city hall to see
if his marriage license has expired?
2017
On April 30, 1789, George Washington took the
oath as the first president of the United States. The
oath was administered by Robert R. Livingston, the
Chancellor of New York, on a second floor balcony of Federal Hall, above a crowd assembled in the
streets to witness this historic event. President
Washington and the members of Congress then
retired to the Senate Chamber, where Washington
delivered the first inaugural address to a joint session of Congress. Washington humbly noted the
power of the nations' call for him to serve as president and the shared responsibility of the president
and Congress to preserve "the sacred fire of liberty" and a republican form of government.
At that auspicious moment marking the birth of the
federal government under the Constitution, Senator
William Maclay of Pennsylvania observed that
even the great Washington trembled when he faced
the assembled representatives and senators. "This
great man was agitated and embarrassed," Maclay
added, "more than ever he was by the leveled Cannon or pointed Musket." After concluding his remarks, the President and Congress proceeded
through crowds lined up on Broadway to St. Paul's
Church, where a service was conducted. Social
gatherings and festivities closed the nation's first
inaugural day. Subsequent presidential inaugurations took place on March 4th (or March 5th when
the fourth fell on a Sunday), until the Twentieth
Amendment changed the date to January 20th beginning in 1937.
The first President of the United States, George Washington, delivered the shortest inaugural address at 135
words? Or that William McKinley's 1901 inauguration was the first one to be filmed?
“I may not be an angel
because angels are so few!”
-Jean Derosier
HH Glee Club meets every Monday @ 1:30pm.
The Heritage
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RESIDENTS MEMORY OF
Here are some of our Residents’ fondest memories of their New
Year’s Wishes & Resolution…
FROM A—Z
David just wants to take one day at a time.
As for Juliette, she promises to tell the truth even if it hurts!
Estelle will party with the family as much as possible.
Etta wishes “Peace in the World”.
Coco hopes to be healthy for the coming year.
“I would like to sleep more!”, says Rose O.
Gloria T. wants the world to be good.
Alice C. would like to keep Betty as her permanent aide.
Elena B. promises to do less complaining.
Jo-an will go for more walks and rides.
As for Lucille, she will try her best to get out of bed more
often.
“I will play with my babies more!”, says Kay.
Rose D. wishes to get better.
James M. promises to walk around more.
“I will sleep less!”, says Gloria G.
And finally, Bev B. hopes for peace on earth and goodwill to men.
“Everyone should be happy!”.
TO THE NEWS STAFF
Joanne C.
Jo-an F.
Etta D.
Gloria T.
Donna L.
Rose O.
Gloria G.
Bill D. `
Lucille B.
Mary C.
Kay L.
Lisa L.
Elsie S.
Ann A
Doris I.
Bev B.
A… ARCTIC
B… BITTER COLD
C… CHIMNEY
D… DECORATIONS
E… EAR MUFFS
F… FIREPLACE
G… GLOVES
H… HAPPY NEW YEAR
I… ICY
J… JACKET
K… KIND A CHILLY
L… LONG JOHNS
M…MITTENS
N… NIPPY
O… OVERCOAT
P… PULLOVER
Q… QUILT
R… RADIATOR
S… SCARF
T… TURTLENECK
U… UNDER ARMOUR
V…VELVET
W...WHITEOUT
X… X-TRA LAYER
Y…YEAR AHEAD
Z…ZERO DEGREES
COMPUTER INTERNET ACCESS
Available to Residents
DAILY
9 am-5pm
In the Activity Office
The Heritage
Christmas Carolers filled our
home with the
Sounds of the Season.
Many thanks to the North Providence Girl
Scouts who delighted us with a special
evening performance. Also, the visit from
Ricci Middle School Band really lifted our
spirits. Thanks to band teacher, Greg who
made this possible. St. Anthony Church’s
Annual donation of hundreds of presents
to the residents is quite overwhelming.
The children add a lot of cheer, caroling in
the evening.
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The Annual Christmas Raffle held on
December 21, 2016. was a HUGE success!!!
Special thanks to our donors who made this
possible. And to all who bought the tickets.
All proceeds benefit
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
& the Resident’s Activity Fund
Congratulations to all the winners!!!!
Thursday, Jan.19th @ 1:30pm
Music by Steve Burke
January 18th
@ 6pm
Early
Special
Tuesday, Jan. 31st @ 7:30
Billy Musto
Jan 5th @ 1:30pm
***
Sue McLeod
Jan. 12th @ 1:30pm
***
Chuck Dee
Jan. 15th @ 1:30pm
***
Candida Rose
Jan. 27th @ 6:00pm
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P a ge 5
Doreen Putnam
Third Tuesday of each month
6:00pm-7:30pm
Dates to be determined
A visit from St. Nicklaus
made our holiday season
complete!
Our sincerest thanks to our
volunteer Santa:
Jim & Charlie
January 30th @ 1:30pm
Also if there is something that you would like
more information on (examples: diabetes, fall
prevention, pre planning funeral arrangement
etc.) please let Jenny know and she will get
someone in here to get us more answers on the
subject. Please call Jenny @ 231-2700 ext. 39
POKER CLUB
WITH JOE
Tuesday, Jan 10th
Tuesday, Jan 17th
SCRAPBOOKING
w/ Doreen
January 20th
@ 1:30
PET THERAPY
Friday:
Jan. 6th
Jan. 20th
Katie
Martin Luther King Day in the United States
Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday held on the third Monday of January. It celebrates the life
and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader. He is most wellknown for his campaigns to end racial segregation on public transport and for racial equality in the United
States.
It is a federal holiday, but has slightly different names in some states. Non-essential Government departments are closed, as are many corporations. Some schools and colleges close but others stay open and
teach their students about the life and work of Martin Luther King.
Small companies, such as grocery stores and restaurants tend to be open, although a growing number are
choosing to close on this day. Some compensate by opening on Washington's Birthday instead. Recent
federal legislation encourages Americans to give some of their time on Martin Luther King Day as volunteers in citizen action groups. Public transit systems may or may not operate on their regular schedule.
Want more information about Heritage Hills Nursing & Rehab Center?
Visit our website: www.healthconceptsltd.com
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JANUARY
2017
...CL ASSIFIEDS&PERSONALS...
IN HOUSE BEAUTY SALON
HAIRDRESSER: MELYNDA GALLANT
HOURS: THURSDAY 9:30AM-3:00PM
PRICE LIST
SHAMPOO & SET $11.00
SHAMPOO CUT & SET $17.00
SHAMPOO & CUT $10.
PERM $38.00
ADD COLOR $10.00
MEN’S CUT $10.00
Welcome To
Our Newest
Residents!
Clement C.
Nicholas M.
Elizabeth S.
Eva Z.
Jean G.
Rosalind L.
Ruth D.
Agnes K.
Frances M.
Walter B.
Jane Marie P.
Anna G.
Gregory G.
Please make appointments by Monday in the Activity Office
PRE-PAY SERVICE
CHECKS PAYABLE TO:
MELYNDA GALLANT
Attention: Hairdresser will be out on Thurs., Jan. 19th
and will be back on Thurs., Jan. 26th.
Please plan accordingly.
Large Print
Word Search Puzzles Needed
Also gladly accepting donations of familyfriendly videos and DVDs for our Family Movie
Nights, as well as gently used Large Print books
and magazines for our Book Mobile.
Chaplet of the Divine Mercy
Wednesdays @ 1:30 &
Every Sunday @ 6:00 pm.
Holy Communion
Wednesdays @ 1:30 pm.
A Need for
Bird Seeds
Hoping for some Black Oil
Sunflower Seed, or All Purpose Classic Blend (available
at Stop & Shop), suet, or peanut butter to keep our finelyfeathered friends visiting the
various bird feeders.”
Thanks to all who
religiously keep our
supplies filled.
CHAPEL OPENS DAILY
Elvira C.
Barbara W.
Evelyn F.
Olga C.
Anthony K.
Belmira A.
Norma M.
BIBLE STUDY
10:30 am
Wednesdays
w/ David Goodfellow
Fridays
w/ Rosa Norberg
Catholic Mass
Celebrated on the
2nd Wednesday
of every month
1:30 pm
●Elaine P., Gail G., & Patty M.
For their continued support.
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E M P L OY E E
Janet Sawyer
Janet has been with Heritage for just under a year and
has made such an impact on our Rehabilitation unit.
Customer service is her mantra and comes very naturally to her. She comes in with a tremendous attitude
every single day. Spreading her positivity amongst
her co-workers and residents keeps this very busy unit
bustling with joy.
Thanks Janet!!!!
Jessika R. (cna)
Chad T. (Dietary)
Linda J. (LPN)
Jasmin P. (Dietary)
Crismailys R. (cna)
Zenaida K. (cna)
Ashley B. (cna)
Andres D. (cna)
N E W S
The Staff Wishes to Thank...
Sabina, & Gerry
Our Bingo Buddies
Rockin’ Robert, Linda & Karen
Our Favorite “Night Out”
Jean, Janet & Gloria
Evening Buddies
Charlie( St Anthony’s Church)
David, Lois , Carolyn & Maria
(Bible Study)
Church Volunteers
Joe D.
Poker Club
Lois, Helen & Anne
Arts & Crafts Ladies
Donna L.
Our Resident Garden & Bird Caretaker
Bill D.
Resident Mail Carrier
Theresa V. .....3...... Nursing
Sue P. ......4..... Nursing
Tyler A. …..6….. Dietary
Linda J. .....6..... Nursing
MaryAnn C. .....12..... Nursing
Haley B. .....14..... Dietary
Filomina C. …..17….. Housekeeping
SharonDay
P. …..23….. HR/Payroll
Jennifer O. …..27…..Nursing
Marina L. …..28….. Housekeeping
Priscilla P. …..30….. Dietary
Nellie C. …..30….. Housekeeping
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