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Special Points Of Interest In May
Volume 10 Issue 5 May 1, 2014
The Greek-American
Times
220 N. First Street
Wheeling, IL 60090
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.greekamericancare.org
5/1 Tailor Thursday 5/1 Orthodox Service w/ Fr. Pilafas 5/1 Greek Coffee w/ St.Haralambos 5/2 Crochet Club 5/3 Bella’s Boutique 5/5 Cinco de Mayo Social 5/5 Jewish Group 5/6 National Nurse’s Week Begins 5/6 Healthy Living w/ Dr. A 5/6 Waffle Hour 5/7 Bible Study w/ Fr. Treantafeles 5/7 Walk to Walgreens* 5/7 Live Entertainment 5/8 Orthodox Service w/ Fr.Pilafas 5/8 Transitions Dog Visit 5/8 Greek Coffee w/ Friends 5/10 Women’s Auxiliary Mother’s Day Luncheon 5/11 HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY 5/13 Apple Pie Social 5/14 Bible Study w/ Fr. Treantafeles 5/14 Dollar Tree Outing 5/15 Tailor Thursday 5/15 Orthodox Service w/ Fr. Treantafeles 5/15 Greek Coffee w/ St. Demetrios of Elmhurst 5/16 Pizza Party 5/17 Catholic Service w/ Fr. McAllister 5/19 Ice Cream Social 5/20 Senior Citizen’s Day 5/20 Healthy Living w/ Dr. A 5/21 Bible Study w/ Fr. Treantafeles 5/21 Lynfred Winery– Wine Tasting 5/22 Orthodox Service w/ Fr. Pilafas 5/22 Vanilla Pudding Social 5/23 Life Enrichment Committee 5/26 Memorial Day 5/26 Memorial Day Service 5/27 Healthy Living w/ Dr. A 5/28 Bible Study w/ Fr. Treantafeles 5/28 Demetri’s Restaurant 5/28 Resident Council 5/28 Food Committee 5/29 Orthodox Service w/ Fr. Pilafas 5/29 Greek Coffee w/ Ladies of Ahladokampos 5/31 Coffee and Macaroons
Inside this issue: Special Points of Interest/Birthdays
Activity Happenings A Warm Welcome
Introducing Our New ADON A Note From Therapy
A Note From Memory Care A Note From Social Services
A Note From Our Dietitian Upcoming Event
Looking For Volunteers Moments To Remember
May 2014 Life Enrichment Calendar
Victoria L. May 1 Fotini K. May 6 Beverly M. May 11 Virginia M. May 11 Ann B. May 18 James P. May 18 Kathy S. May 19 Dolores P. May 19 Katherine M. May 21 Nitsa G. May 24 Ernest N. May 26 Regina S. May 28 Cally N. May 30 Christina K. May 31
Those born between May 1–20 are Bulls of Taurus. Bulls show a steady
persistence in both professional and personal endeavors. After working hard, they like to reward themselves for a job
well done. If you were born between May 21–31, you are a Twin of Gemini. Geminis
make communicative and lively companions. Intellectual and imaginative,
they are the ones to sit near at a party.
Activity Happenings ...
1913 Waukegan Road Glenview, IL Phone: 847-486-1988 Hours: Mon-Sun 6am– 4pm Please support this wonderful establishment with great quality food.
660 Lake Cook Road Deerfield, IL Phone: 847-940-0777
A special thank you to Demetri’s Restaurant in Deerfield for hosting monthly lunch outings for our Residents.
Welcome to the May issue of the Greek American Times. The Easter Season was filled with tradition, family and friends. We thank our spiritual leaders for coming and holding services for our Residents this Easter season. We would especially like to thank Metropolitan Iakovos of Chicago for presiding over Holy Thursday Liturgy for our Residents, staff and volunteers. Another special thank you to Father Treantafeles for Saturday of Lazarus, Holy Unction, Service of the Unnailing (Apokathilosis) and Easter Sunday Vespers of Agape. Thank you to the Residents, volunteers and staff who helped in the preparation of the Epitafio and to Nick Pishos for donating all the beautiful flowers. It was a beautiful Easter Celebration. Another special thank you to Pamela Papakanelou for donating individual “tsourekia” for each of the Residents, and to Sweet Connection for donating tsourekia for our gift shop. We enjoyed visits from several different groups, including St.Haralambos, St.Constantine and Helen Parish, the Pan-Laconian Society, St.Demetrios of Elmhurst, and Ladies of Ahladokampos who came bearing sweets, and fruits for our Residents. The time we spent with you all was very memorable and we look forward to your future visits. We would also like to thank the Orphaeus Dance Troupe and the Cretan Youth of Chicago Dance Troupe that came and performed some Greek folklore dancing for our Residents. Keep up the great work! In May, we have many fun activities planned for our Residents and Families. First and foremost, we would like to invite everyone to join us at our Annual Mother’s Day Luncheon which is hosted by the Women’s Auxiliary. The luncheon will be held on Saturday, May, 10th 2014 at 11am. This event will be a time to spend with all the wonderful women in our lives and honor them and all the amazing things that they do for us year round. We hope to see everyone there! Some of the fun that we look forward to in May include, live entertainment with Noreen Delgado, a walk to Walgreens, an outing to the Dollar Tree and our 3rd Annual wine tasting outing at Lynfred Winery. We also have some indoor fun planned including a pizza party, and a apple pie social, as well as, a Cinco De Mayo party and a dog therapy visit. Make sure to check out the Life Enrichment Calendar so you can join in on some of the fun with your loved one! We hope that May will bring sunny skies and good weather so we can all start spending a little more time out on our beautiful patio. Happy May Everyone!! -The Life Enrichment Department
A Warm Welcome...
**If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Joellyn Schwarz, Physical Therapy Director 847-459-8700 ext 1027 or via email
A Note From Therapy… Krystyna Orthwein’s Success Story Congratulations to our therapy patient of the month, Krystyna Orthwein! Ms. Orthwein started therapy as an inpatient at GARCC after a stroke left her unable to walk and care for herself. In fact, Ms. Orthwein initially was unable to move her left side at all. By the time she reached GARCC, she had regained some movement, but still could not control where she was moving her arm and leg. After 3 weeks of inpatient therapy at GARCC, Ms. Orthwein returned home able to walk with a cane and care for herself. She was so pleased with the progress she made as an inpatient that she returned to us for outpatient therapy the following week. She remained with the same therapists and continued to improve. Now she is doing housework and making meals – activities that would have been impossible just one month ago. And she is able to accomplish all these tasks at home safely without the use of her cane. We wish Ms. Orthwein continued success and good health for many years to come.
Hi Everyone! I am Ngosa Lumbwe Babaletskos and I have been with the Greek American for over 7 years as a nurse. I am very happy and honored to take over the role of the Assisted Director of Nursing and Clinical Manager. My work experience includes working as an aid many years ago in long term nursing then making my way up and becoming a cardiac nurse in the hospital setting. I plan on using my experience to help create an environment that is warm, welcoming, and fair for all. I also plan to do my absolute best to ensure that our wonderful Residents get nothing but the best and safest care they deserve. I am excited to be back here full time and look forward to continuing to grow with this great institution, and make the Greek American an even better place to be. FUN FACTS: Mother of 2 wonderful children, Theodosios (2yrs+) and Nerantzoula (1yr), who I cherish. Biggest BULLS fan out there Married for 4 1/2 years
Hello, My name is Mark Murphey. I am the new guy; your new Administrator. As I like to be out and about assessing the care and services of your loved one, I hope to continue to meet you and your Resident. All leadership and staff are here to serve you and the Residents who call the Greek American Rehabilitation and Care Centre “Home”. It’s a calling, and a privilege to serve; I like what I see specifically in terms of the daily interactions of Residents and staff! I have been facilitating the delivery of services in skilled and sub-acute care since 1979 working from a frame-work of having performed every job, in every department. I don't believe that organizations and the costumers they serve, like you, can actually communicate too much; share with me your concerns and compliments, and they will be promptly addressed, communicated and brought to closure. Together, we can move this great Greek American Rehabilitation and Care Centre in the direction of her true potential! Looking forward to seeing you; call me Mark, and take care. Mark Murphey
Introducing Our New ADON...
Life Enrichment & Memory Care
Wish List… Fashion Jewelry Shawls CD players Portable DVD player Handheld vibrating massagers Tablets Unopened Cosmet-
ics Toaster oven Waffle maker
*Please drop off any
donations at the reception area.
A Note From Memory Care... A Note From Our Dietitian ...
Travel size toiletries Paper plates, cups,
and utensils Colorful yarn DVD movies, NO
VHS Unopened Nail Polish
and Remover Men’s Socks Women’s Knee High
Stockings
Happy spring! I am delighted to announce that April was an exciting month for us on the Memory Care Unit. We decorated the unit with flowers, Easter decorations, painted flower pots and flowers in which we will take a photo of each resident and place it in their room. We had live entertainment from John Boda and Jeannette Crosby which the residents enjoy very much. St. Haralambos Philoptochos joins us on the 1st Thursday of every month with their delicious homemade sweets. The Ascension of Our Lord visited us on the 28th for an afternoon Easter Social which was a lot of fun. Our theme for the monthly party this April was “Let’s Celebrate Spring,” where we sang along to live entertainment and as usual had some fantastic desserts. Our next Dementia Support Group is Saturday, May 17th at 10:30-12pm and everyone is welcome. I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday!
**If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Diane Korbakes,
Memory Care Director 847-459-8700 ext 1030 or via email at [email protected]
National Nurse’s Week...
Every year from May 6 to May 12, the American Nurses Association (ANA)
celebrates National Nurses Week. This is a time to thank the Nurses and CNA’s that
work hard caring for your loved one.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, Administrator and Department Heads we would
like to thank all of the nursing department for all their hard work and dedication!
THANK YOU!!!
**If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Kellie Curran, Food Service Director at 847-459-8700 ext 1024 or via email at [email protected]
Memorial Day is approaching which will kick off the start of cookout season! Some alternative grilling options are Portobello mushroom burgers, vegetable
skewers, or even barbeque tofu sandwiches. Here is a recipe for grilled Portobello Mushrooms from www.allrecipes.com:
Ingredients: -3 Portobello mushrooms -1/4 cup canola oil -4 minced garlic cloves -4 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar -3 Tablespoons chopped onion Directions (Serves 3) 1. Clean mushrooms and remove stems and place mushroom caps on a plate with gills facing up. 2. Combine the oil, onion, garlic, and vinegar in a small bowl and pour evenly over the mushroom caps and let it absorb for one hour. 3. Grill over a hot grill for 10 minutes. 4. Place on bun with cheese if desired. Enjoy
Upcoming Event...
Tailor Tuesdays Have Changed...
Tailor Tuesdays has now changed to Tailor
Thursdays!! For those of you that may not know, Tailor Thursdays is a program that helps mend what’s broken. Therefore, if you have a missing
button or a pair of pants that can use some hemming make sure to let someone on the Life
Enrichment team know. Tailor Thursday is a free program for all of our Residents to utilize.
For more info contact Bia Karlos, Life Enrichment
Director at [email protected] or at 847-459-8700 x1044
A Note From Social Services ... You’re Invited To Attend…
You have the right to… Safety and good care: *Your facility must provide services to keep your physical and mental health, and sense of satisfaction. *You must not be abused by anyone- physically, verbally, mentally, financially or sexually
**If you have any questions or concerns please contact, Andriana McDowell, Social Services Director at 847-459-8700 ext 1034 or
via email at [email protected]
Looking For Volunteers ...
Like Us On Facebook...
Have a Facebook? Like us and stay up-to-date with everything that’s happening!
http:www.facebook.com/GreekAmerican RehabilitationandCareCentre
Have you ever wondered to yourself how can make a positive impact on another person’s life? Well, becoming a volunteer can be a very rewarding experience.
Here at the Greek American Rehabilitation and Care Centre we are always looking for friendly, outgoing and compassionate individuals to lend a helping hand. There
are many ways you can be of assistance such as, visiting with the Residents, providing additional support during activities, assisting with special projects or
events, helping provide clerical assistance or even volunteering in our gift shop.
To begin your volunteering experience today visit our website at www.greekamericancare.org and complete the volunteer application
or feel free to stop in and pick an application up near our first floor reception area.
**If you have any questions in regards to volunteering, contact Bia Karlos Life Enrichment Director and Volunteer Coordinator at
847-459-8700 ext 10544 or via email at [email protected]
Summer Respite Rates... Are you planning a vacation
or need a break from caring for a loved one?
Please consider the Greek American Rehab & Care Centre’s Respite (short term stay) option. We are
offering a special discounted rate for the months of June, July and August (based on availability)
as follows: $215 Semi-private
$235 Private $235 Memory Care/Semi-private
$255 Memory Care/Private Minimimum:1 week Maximum:2 month stay *For more information please contact Tiffany Matras via
email at [email protected] or at 847-459-8700 x1018
Moments to Remember
All activities are subject to change. All changes will be posted on the large Life Enrichment Calendar on each floor.
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Flower: Lily of the Valley
Birthstone: Emerald
Game/Talk Shows 10am-2FLT
Greek TV 10am -3FLT
KEY 1FL– 1st FL Activity Room FP-flag pole 2FL– 2nd FL Dining Room 3FL– 3rd FL Dining Room CH-Chapel P– Patio 2FLTR– 2nd FL Training Room 2FLT– 2nd FL TV Room 3FLT– 3rd FL TV Room 3FLIC– 3rd FL Internet Café *Weather Permitting
1 TAILOR THURSDAY 10:00 Orthodox Service-CH 10:00 Fun w/ Fitness-2FL &3FL 10:15 Oasis Group-3FLT 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 Greek Coffee w/ St. Haralambos-2FL 6:30 Wheel of Fortune-1FL 7:00 Card Games –1FL
2 10:00 Fitness w/ Music-2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop-2FL&3FL 1:30 Crochet Club-2FLTR 2:15 Crafts –3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen-2FLTR Dinner time Trivia
3 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Bella’s Boutqique-3FL 3:15 Bingo– 2FL&3FL
4 10:00 Morning Stretch-2FL & 3FL 10:15 Bingo-2FL & 3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Afternoon at the Movies-2FLTV 2:00 Greek Movie-3FLTV
5 Cinco De Mayo 10:00 Light & Lively-2FL 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 2:00 Jewish Group-3FLIC 2:15 Cinco De Mayo Social 3:15 Bingo –3FL Dinner time Hang-Man
6 National Nurse’s Week Begins 10:00 Morning Fitness– 2FL &3FL 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 1:30 Healthy Living w/ Dr. A-2FLT 2:15 Waffle Hour- 2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Music therapy
7 Romantic Music Day 10:00 Bible Study– CH 10:00 Movies on Netflix-2FL 10:00 Walk to Walgreens* 2:00 Live Entertainment– 2FL 3:15 Bingo– 2FL Dinner time Comedy clips
8 Dog Day 10:00 Orthodox Service-CH 10:00 Transitions Dog Visit-2FL 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 Greek Coffee w/ Friends-2FL 6:30 Wheel of Fortune-1FL 7:00 Card Games –1FL
9 10:00 Fitness w/ Music-2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop-2FL&3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen-2FLTR Dinner time Trivia
10 Women’s Auxiliary Mother’s Day Luncheon 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 11:00 Mother’s Day Luncheon 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 3:15 Bingo– 2FL&3FL
11 Happy Mother’s Day 10:15 Bingo-2FL & 3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Afternoon at the Movies– 2FLT 2:00 Greek Movie –3FLT
National Nursing Home Week
12 10:00 Light & Lively-2FL 10:30 Trivia– 2FL &3FL 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen-3FLIC 3:15 Bingo– 2FL Dinner time Hang-Man
13 National Apple Pie Day 10:00 Morning Fitness- 2FL&3FL 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 10:30 Trivia– 2FL &3FL 1:30 Healthy Living w/ Dr. A-2FLT 2:15 Apple Pie Social-2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner time Music Therapy
14 10:00 Bible Study– CH 10:00 Movies on Netflix-2FL 1:30 Dollar Tree Outing 2:00 Octoband Odyssey-2FL 3:15 Bingo– 2FL Dinner time Comedy clips
15 TAILOR THURSDAY 10:00 Orthodox Service-CH 10:15 Oasis Group-3FLT 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 Greek Coffee w/ St.Demtrios of Elmhurst 6:30 Wheel of Fortune-1FL 7:00 Card Games –1FL
16 National Pizza Party Day 10:00 Fitness w/ Music– 2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop-2FL&3FL 2:15 Pizza Party-3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen-2FLTR Dinner time Trivia
17 Armed Forces Day 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Catholic Service-2FLTR 2:15 Penny Ante-2FL&3FL 3:15 Bingo– 2FL
18 10:00 Movies on Netflix– 2FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Afternoon at the Movies– 2FLT 2:00 Greek Movie –3FLT
19 Ice Cream In The House Day
10:00 Light & Lively-2FL 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 2:15 Ice Cream Social-2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner time Hang-Man
20 Senior Citizen’s Day 8:00 Walk to McDonalds* 10:00 Morning Fitness– 2FL&3FL 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 10:30 Trivia-2FL&3FL 1:30 Healthy Living w/ Dr. A-2FLT 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Music Therapy
21 10:00 Bible Study– CH 10:00 Movies on Netflix-2FL 1:30 Lynfred Winery-Wine Tasting 2:00 Ring Toss-3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL Dinner Comedy clips
22 National Vanilla Pudding Day 10:00 Orthodox Service-CH 10:00 Fun w/ Fitness-2FL &3FL 10:15 Oasis Group-3FLT 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 Vanilla Pudding Social-2FL 6:30 Wheel of Fortune-1FL 7:00 Card Games –1FL
23 10:00 Fitness w/ Music-2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop-2FL&3FL 1:30 Life Enrich. Committee –2FLTR 2:15 Crafts-3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen-2FLTR Dinner time Trivia
24 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Dice Games– 2FL 2:30 Bingo Cart– 2FL&3FL 3:00 Bingo-2FL&3FL
25 10:00 Morning Stretch-2FL & 3FL 10:15 Bingo-2FL & 3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Afternoon at the Movies– 2FLT 2:00 Greek Movie –3FLT
26 Memorial Day 9:30 Memorial Service-FP* 10:00 Light & Lively-2FL 10:30 Trivia– 2FL &3FL 2:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen/Ladies Tea Dinner time Hang-Man
27 10:00 Morning Fitness– 2FL &3FL 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 10:30 Trivia– 2FL &3FL 1:30 Healthy Living w/ Dr. A- 2FLT 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Music Therapy
28 10:00 Bible Study– CH 10:00 Movies on Netflix-2FL 11:00 Demetris Restaurant 2:15 Resident Council –3FL 2:45 Food Committee –3FL 3:15 Bingo –3FL Dinner time Comedy clips
29 TAILOR THURSDAY 10:00 Orthodox Service-CH 10:00 Fun w/ Fitness-2FL &3FL 10:15 Oasis Group-3FLT 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 Greek Coffee w/ Ahladokampos-2FL 6:30 Wheel of Fortune-1FL 7:00 Card Games –1FL
30 10:00 Fitness w/ Music-2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop-2FL&3FL 2:15 Crafts-3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen-2FLTR Dinner time Trivia
31 National Macaroon Day 10:00 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Coffee & Macaroons-2FL 2:45 Bingo– 2FL
Greek American Rehabilitation & Care Centre May 2014 Life Enrichment Calendar
