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HERE 11117 20th St. NE
Lake Stevens, WA 98258
Administrative Staff
SUSAN JONES
Executive Director
STEPHANIE MIZELL Resident Care Coordinator
Business Office Mgr./HR
JANET KRISTENSEN
Community Relations Director
LINDA FOSTER
Registered Nurse
ANN TANIS
Registered Nurse
RON STONKE
Dietary Services Manager
JERRY SONGSTAD
Maintenance Director
JEAN REYNAUD
Activity Director
Our mission is to create and sustain
comfortable, caring environments
for those who depend on us.
Our true “Radiance” begins with how we treat each other!
Ashley Pointe Newsletter Ashley Pointe Independent & Assisted Living Newsletter— February 2016
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Five Steps to a Healthy Heart………….….……P2
Chaplain’s Corner….……………………………..P3
Activities Calendar….…..……………………...P4-5
February Highlights………….…..……………….P6
New this Month……..………..…………..………..P6
Ashley Pointe Scrapbook..…...……..……….….P6
Valentine Puzzle Page…......………………...……….P7
History of Sweethearts Conversation Hearts….….P7
Mission & Team……………..…………………………P8
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Five Steps to a Healthy Heart
It’s all coming up hearts this February, but not just
in preparation for Cupid’s arrival. In efforts to raise
awareness about the importance of heart health, Feb-
ruary has been designated National Heart Health
Month. Heart disease remains a paramount concern,
and leading reason of death, for people aged 65 years
and older, according to the U.S. Centers for Diseases
Control and Prevention (CDC). It affects 37 percent of
men and 26 percent of women 65 and older.
In a national effort to prevent 1 million heart
attacks and strokes in the United States by 2017, the
CDC is encouraging Americans to make blood pressure
control their goal. Adults of any age should know their
blood pressure, and if it is high focus on controlling
their blood pressure through diet, exercise, and in some
cases, medication. We aim to encourage our staff, fami-
lies and residents to focus on their own heart health
this month with these five easy steps to a healthy
heart:
Visit your doctor – Getting your blood pressure
tested and learning what your blood pressure
should be is a great first step to a healthy heart.
Stop Harmful Behaviors—Unhealthy eating habits
and smoking are two of the biggest contributors
to heart disease. If you struggle with either of
these behaviors, take steps to reduce or quit.
Increase Physical Activity— To improve overall car-
diovascular health the American Heart Associa-
tion recommends at least 150 minutes per week
of moderate exercise. That is about thirty
minutes of aerobic activity at least five days a
week. Not sure you can give it that much?
Something is better than nothing! Try one of our
many exercise classes that we offer throughout
the week, you can find them in our activity cal-
endar.
Improve Diet— A healthful diet of nutrient dense
fruits and vegetables will go a long way in im-
proving heart health. Maintaining a healthy
weight is essential to heart health. Avoid foods
high in sugar and sodium and increase amounts
of vegetables and fruits to easily improve your
diet.
Get Good Quality Sleep-- Not getting enough sleep
or getting too much sleep may put you at risk
for heart disease according to researchers at the
Center for Cohort Studies at Kangbuk Samsung
Hospital. Make efforts to get at least six hours of
good quality sleep to help reduce your risks.
Show yourself some love this February by focusing on
your heart health!
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History of Necco Sweet-
hearts Conversation Hearts
In 1866, Daniel Chase devised a
machine that pressed food dye let-
ters onto the candy lozenges
made famous by Oliver Chase, the
founder of NECCO (New England
Confectionary Company) and Dan-
iel’s brother. In 1902, candy
hearts with sayings on them were
first produced. Over the years, the
words and phrases that appear on
the hearts have changed with the
most recent messages saying
“Tweet Me” “Text Me” and “You
Rock” . From mid-February to
January, NECCO produces about
100,000 pounds of the candy
hearts each day. Sweethearts are
the best-selling Valentine’s Day
candy, outselling boxes of choco-
lates.
Heart Sudoku
Guess the number of heart
candies in the jar at the
front desk and win
a prize! Closest guess
without going over wins!
VALENTINE
How many words can you make
out of the word VALENTINE?
Write them down and give to
Jean. The person with the most
words wins a prize!
Valentine’s Day Healthy Heart Word Search Puzzle
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February 1 (10:00) Blood Pressure Clinic in the Activity Room
February 2 (11:30) Out to Lunch: Razzals in Frontier Village
February 2 (2:45) Shopping: Fred Meyer
February 3 (3:00) Come say farewell to Susan at a reception in the Living Room
February 4 (11:20) Outing: Ebenezer “Sweetheart Day” Luncheon
February 7 (3:30) Super Bowl Party—Come to the living room for snacks and
watch the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers play in Super Bowl 50
February 9 (11:15) Out to Lunch: Bob’s Burgers and Brews in Marysville
February 9 (2:30) Shopping: Hobby Lobby in Everett
February 10 (2:30) Shopping: Safeway
February 10 (4:15) Visit and Valentines from the Girl Scouts
February 11 (10:45) Visit and fun with Lake Stevens Middle School students
February 11 (12:00) Special Valentine’s Lunch
February 11 (4:00) Special Valentine Happy Hour Sing-a-Long with Sheila
February 14 (3:00) Valentine’s Day Entertainment with Doug Williams
February 16 (11:00) Out to Lunch: Qdoba in Frontier Village
February 16 (3:00) Shopping: Wal Mart
February 16 (6:00) Visit and Activities with LDS Women’s Group—Nail Salon,
Crafts and More!
February 17 (3:45) Happy Hour with entertainment by Ed Pearson
February 21 (3:00) Church Service
February 23 (11:00) Out to Lunch: The Keg in Lynnwood
February 23 (3:00) Shopping: Safeway
February 24 (1:00) Outing: Hibub Cultural Center in Tulalip
February Highlights New this month:
Pilates Class—Every Monday from 1:15-1:45 in
the Activity Room. Come join us for this exciting
new exercise class taught by Kristen from Lake
Stevens Pilates.
Art Class with Adrianna— Soft Pastels (3rd
Monday of each month) and Watercolors
(Monday of the Month. Adrianna will bring all the
materials so come and learn how to create beauti-
ful pictures step-by-step. Beginners welcome!
2:00 in the Activity Room.
Coloring Books for Adults—Recently, adults
across the country have picked up coloring books
as a way to relax and unwind. The health benefits
go way beyond relaxation, and include exercising
fine motor skills and training the brain to focus.
Join us on most Thursdays at 2:30 in the Activity
Room for relaxation and fun and you just might
feel like a kid again!
Hand Massages in
the Activity Room
Wednesdays
at 11:15
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Valentine’s Day not only comes at the middle of February, it is also the dominant holiday of the month…especially for greeting card companies! Did you know that, according to one legend, the Valentine takes its name from a young Christian who once lived in ancient Rome? Like so many early Christians, Valentine had been imprisoned because of his faith. Often and longingly he thought of his loved ones, and wanted to as-sure them of his well being and his love.
Beyond his cell window but not beyond his reach, grew a cluster of violets. He picked some of the heart-shaped leaves and pierced them to spell the words, “Remember your Valentine,” then sent off by a friendly dove. On the next day and the next, he sent more messages that simply said, “I love you.” Thus did the “valentine” have its beginning.
On Valentine’s Day, people of all ages remember those they love by sending valentines. God loves us and He sends us gifts to show His affection. Not once a year, but every day, He sends us many blessings; love, joy, peace, health, seasons of sunshine, showers of rain.
Let’s suppose that God would send all His children a Valentine’s Day message. What might it say? One per-son has written the following “love letter” from God:
To My Child,
You tell me your homesick. That you’re ready to leave where you’re at and come home. How I wish that were
possible right now. Years ago you confessed your sin to me and placed your faith in what I did for you on the
cross. Therefore I want nothing more than to have you here with me, to see you face to face. But you see
there is still much work to be done here, just as there is much work to be done there. Never forget that I am
longing for the day when we will be together, forever and ever. When we can walk side by side, down the
streets of gold to the shores of the crystal sea. For soon that day will come, when you will run through those
gates of pearl and fall into my waiting arms.
Do not be weary, I know that you are tired and long to be by my side, but hold on just a little longer. Do not
let the signs of the times get you down, my dear. Look up to the heavens when you hear of the terrors of the
world. Call me when you feel afraid and alone, for even though miles and miles separate us, I will be there
right with you. I will take care of you until that day that you come home. Just like I promised you "I will never
leave you, I will never forsake you."
Hold onto that promise when you feel frightened, when you feel the cares of the world are about to over-
whelm you. Hold onto that and call me, anytime, day, or night. I will listen for the sound of your voice, for its
sweet music to my ear. I anxiously wait each day just to hear from you. Although you have said it before, to
hear you tell me you love me, brings a joy to my heart that is beyond compare.
So smile a while for me my love, for very soon, we will be together forever and evermore.
Forever in my heart,
Jesus
Chaplain’s Corner By Pastor Highland Goodman
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