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Exceptional Senior Living

2709 E Danforth Road, Edmond, OK 73034

Exceptional Senior Living

2709 E Danforth Road, Edmond, OK 73034

Associates

August 2021 • AL

Rhonda HarveyInterim Executive Director

Debi SimsResident Services Director

Ryan DixonLifestyles Director

April JohnstonBusiness Coordinator

Jason ClevengerMaintenance Director

Mary GeerSales and Marketing Director

Tasha ArthurResident Services Coordinator

Gregory CarterMaster Chef

Teresa Ratzloff Human Resources Coordinator

Veraden Spotlight!� is month, the Veraden would like

to Spotlight an associate that has been working with our community for the last 4 years and always � nds opportunities to go above and beyond for residents!

Congratulations to Warren Gateley for being our August 2021 Spotlight on Excellence! Warren has been the driver for Lifestyles since we opened back in January of 2017 and has been much more than just a driver. Participating in activities/events, assisting in the dining room/kitchen and bus outings are a few of the many things

Warren helps our community with each day. Warren's favorite part of working here at the Veraden is ge� ing to see the residents every day and having fun with his fellow Lifestyle team members, Ryan and Kayla.

� ank you, Warren, for your many years of dedicated service! Warren is an avid Oklahoma Sooners fan and enjoys spending time with his wife and kids.

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Beanbag Baseball!Want to try a fun and easy game this summer? Join Lifestyles every

Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. in the private dining room for Beanbag Baseball! Played like traditional baseball, only it is modi� ed like cornhole! All games

are able to be played by residents by standing, using a walker or even in a wheelchair, to allow for complete participation. Here are some pictures of

our recent games won by assisted living residents!

Steve Crossley Performance .............................8/6

OKC Bluegrass Concert ................................. 8/11

HALO Project Volunteer ............................... 8/12

Metro Art of Dance .......................................... 8/13

August Events!Nelda J. ..................................................................8/6Gayle H. ................................................................8/7Evelyn W. ..............................................................8/9Marjorie C. ...........................................................8/9Lois W. ................................................................ 8/13Mary M. ............................................................. 8/13Dorris R. ............................................................ 8/18Jo Ann H. ........................................................... 8/23Dowana H. ......................................................... 8/27Alice A. ............................................................... 8/29Dorothy H. ........................................................ 8/31

August Birthdays!

While the word, “exercise,” might make you think of running marathons and lifting painfully heavy weights for hours, exercise can be just a 15-minute brisk walk around the neighborhood or playing a game of basketball with friends. Exercise can be enjoyable if you are doing what is right for you and your body. One should get at least 30 minutes of exercise a day for three to � ve days a week paired with seven to nine hours of sleep per night. � ese small bouts of activity can be the one factor that can change a bad day into a great day!

Did you know that that exercise can be just as e� ective as anti-depressant medications? When exercising, the brain releases powerful chemicals called endorphins that will cause you to feel energized and content with yourself. Exercise can also reduce inflammation in the brain and create new neural activity pa� erns that can provide a sense of serenity and wellbeing. Due to physical e� ects of exercise such as weight loss and muscle growth, people will usually gain a greater sense of self-con� dence once they begin to see their body change. An increase in self-con� dence contributes to an inverse effect on depression symptoms. Exercise can also act as a distraction for those with anxiety by taking their focus away from whatever is bothering them, which will relieve some of the stress and tension that person may feel.

Becoming irritable, not ge� ing enough sleep, and dealing with memory loss are cognitive challenges some people struggle with daily. All of the stressors that everyday life has to o� er can easily bring someone down and choosing to apply negative energy into exercise is an excellent way to cope. By using exercise

Fitness with Kayla!Walking for Wellness: E� ects of Physical Activity on Mental Health

as a coping method, those endorphins that were mentioned earlier will have a positive impact on a person’s negative mood. � ose same endorphins also improve focus and can allow one to feel mentally sharp. In addition, exercise has proven to stimulate the growth of new brain cells which can help prevent age-related memory loss. A positive a� itude and being mentally alert can also be improved by getting an adequate amount of sleep every night. Incorporating soothing exercises such as yoga or stretching into your bedtime routine to relax both the body and mind helps promote be� er sleep. Additionally, including exercise at moderate or vigorous intensity within morning/a� ernoon routines contributes to improved sleep and helps alleviate sleepiness during the daytime. � is would result in providing more energy to be active and productive throughout the day allowing one’s body and mind to be ready for the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep by night.

When thinking about exercise, remember that not only does it provide health bene� ts on the body but it also can have a profound impact on mental health as well. Exercise not only slims your waistline and reduces risk of disease, but it can also act as a remedy for mental challenges such as depression, anxiety and stress. In addition, physical activity improves mood, quality of sleep and even memory. What are you waiting for? Walk for wellness!

( Just remember, before beginning any regular exercise program, you should consult with your doctor or health professional.)

Friendship Day ...................................................................... 8/1Sisters Day .............................................................................. 8/1Elvis Week ................................................................. 8/11-8/17Senior Citizen’s Day ............................................................ 8/21Full Moon ............................................................................. 8/22Health Unit Coordinator Day ........................................... 8/23National Dog Day ............................................................... 8/26

Birthstone - PeridotFlower - Gladiolus

Zodiac - Leo & Virgo

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10:00 Henderson Hills MorningWorship-MR

10:30 Wii Bowling/Sports-GL 11:00 Board-Game Corner-DSC 11:30 Bridge Club-MR 1:30 Rummikub-DSC 2:00 Afternoon Worship: Peace

Lutheran-ALAR 2:30 31 Scat/Farkle-GL 3:30 Mexican Train/Dominoes-MR 4:30 Shuffleboard/Billiards-GL

Ice Cream Sandwich Day! 9:00 Cardio Boxing-FR 9:30 Walmart Shopping Outing-IL 10:00 Bocce Ball/Cornhole Toss-BBC 11:00 Back to School Baskets-PDR 12:00 Wii Bowling-GL 1:30 Inspiration Painting-ALAR 2:00 Serendipity Shopping Outing-IL 2:30 Two Step Balance-FR 3:00 Veraden Town Hall-ILD 4:00 Rummikub Club-ILD

9:00 Back and Core TLC-FR 9:30 Coffee Club/Current Events-ILF 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Games Club with Ryan-GL 1:30 Peace Lutheran Devotional-ALAR 2:30 Cardio Drumming Exercise-FR 3:00 From the Vine Teatime-PDR 3:30 Resident Choir Club-MR 4:00 Pamper & Polish w/ Kayla-ALAR

8:30 The Daily News Articles-IL Fire 9:00 Morning Bootcamp-FR 10:00 Myriad Botanical Garden-Lobby 10:30 Mexican Train/Dominoes-ALAR 11:00 Gospel and Devotional-PDR 12:00 Pen 2 Paper: Creative Writing -MR 1:30 Abstract Artwork-ALAR 2:00 Cinematic Classics Matinee-MT 2:30 Aquatic Water Weights-Pool 3:30 Beanbag Baseball-FR 4:00 Bakery Delights with Bella-PDR

9:00 Balanced Out Exercise-FR 9:30 Coffee Club/Current Events-ILF 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Games Club with Ryan-GL 1:30 Crochet Club with Janet/April-DR 2:30 Mind and Body Pilates-FR 3:00 IPA Speakeasy Social-GL 4:00 Collective Wellness w/ Kayla-MR 4:30 Bridge, Spades, UNO-GL

National Beer Day! 8:30 The Daily News Articles-IL Fire 9:00 Band it Together-FR 10:00 Henderson Hills Service-MR 11:00 Wii Sports Resort-Day Room 11:30 Bricktown Brewery Lunch-L 1:30 Outdoor Recreation Games-ALC 2:00 Resident Choice Matinee-MT 2:30 Therapeutic Yoga-FR 3:00 Steve Crossley Performance-ILD 3:30 Okie Boomerang Flights-PDR

10:00 Trailblazers Walking-ILF 10:30 Wii Bowling/Sports-GL 11:00 Board-game Corner-DSC 11:30 Bridge Club-MR 1:30 Rummikub-DSC 2:00 Painting/Ceramics-MR 2:30 31 Scat/Farkle-GL 3:30 Mexican Train/Dominoes-MR 4:30 Shuffleboard/Billiards-GL 7:00 Poker Night-GL




Book Lovers/Women's Day! 9:00 Cardio Boxing-FR 9:30 Walmart Shopping Outing-IL 10:00 Bocce Ball/Cornhole Toss-BBC 11:00 Wonderful Women Collage-PDR 12:00 Wii Bowling-GL 1:30 Inspiration Painting-ALAR 2:00 Elementary Reading Day-IL Lobby 2:30 Two Step Balance-FR 3:00 Cooking Creations with Chef-PDR 4:00 Rummikub Club-ILD

9:00 Back and Core TLC-FR 9:30 Coffee Club/Current Events-ILF 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Touring the Smithsonians-MR 1:30 Peace Lutheran Devotional-ALAR 2:30 Cardio Drumming Exercise-FR 3:00 Lazy Days Pajama Teatime-PDR 3:30 Resident Choir Club-MR 4:00 Pamper & Polish w/ Kayla-ALAR

8:30 The Daily News Articles-IL Fire 9:00 Morning Bootcamp-FR 10:30 Mexican Train/Dominoes-ALAR 11:00 Gospel and Devotional-PDR 12:00 Pen 2 Paper: Creative Writing -MR 1:30 Abstract Artwork-ALAR 2:00 Cinematic Classics Matinee-MT 2:30 Aquatic Water Weights-Pool 3:30 Beanbag Baseball-FR 4:00 Bakery Delights with Bella-PDR 7:00 Bluegrass Okie Concert-ILD

9:00 Balanced Out Exercise-FR 9:30 H.A.L.O Outreach Day-Lobby 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Games Club with Ryan-GL 1:30 Youth Awareness Project-PDR 2:30 Mind and Body Pilates-FR 3:00 Thirsty Thursday Social-GL 4:00 Collective Wellness w/ Kayla-MR 4:30 Bridge, Spades, UNO-GL

8:30 The Daily News Articles-IL Fire 9:00 Band it Together-FR 10:00 Henderson Hills Service-MR 10:30 Culinary Meeting-PDR 11:00 Wii Sports Resort-Day Room 11:30 Cafe 501 Lunch Outing-L 1:30 Outdoor Recreation Games-ALC 2:00 Resident Choice Matinee-MT 2:30 Therapeutic Yoga-FR 3:00 Metro Performing Arts Show-ILD





Comedy/Rum/Discovery Day! 9:00 Cardio Boxing-FR 9:30 Walmart Shopping Outing-IL 10:00 Bocce Ball/Cornhole Toss-BBC 11:00 Miles of Smiles Board-PDR 12:00 Discovery Day: Geocaching!-L 1:30 Inspiration Painting-ALAR 2:30 Two Step Balance-FR 3:00 Living with Laughter Social-PDR 3:30 Rum and Coke Social-PDR 4:00 Rummikub Club-ILD

9:00 Back and Core TLC-FR 9:30 Coffee Club/Current Events-ILF 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Games Club with Ryan-GL 1:30 Peace Lutheran Devotional-ALAR 2:30 Cardio Drumming Exercise-FR 3:00 Tranquili-Tea Teatime-PDR 3:30 Resident Choir Club-MR 4:00 Pamper & Polish w/ Kayla-ALAR

8:30 The Daily News Articles-IL Fire 9:00 Morning Bootcamp-FR 10:00 Thrift Store Scavenger-Lobby 10:30 Mexican Train/Dominoes-ALAR 11:00 Gospel and Devotional-PDR 12:00 Pen 2 Paper: Creative Writing -MR 1:30 Abstract Artwork-ALAR 2:00 Cinematic Classics Matinee-MT 2:30 Aquatic Water Weights-Pool 3:30 Beanbag Baseball-FR 4:00 Bakery Delights with Bella-PDR

9:00 Balanced Out Exercise-FR 9:30 Photos Through Time-IL Fire 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Games Club with Ryan-GL 1:30 Photography 101 Class-ALAR 2:30 Mind and Body Pilates-FR 3:00 Memories Revisited Photos-PDR 4:00 Collective Wellness w/ Kayla-MR 4:30 Bridge, Spades, UNO-GL

8:30 The Daily News Articles-IL Fire 9:00 Band it Together-FR 10:00 Henderson Hills Service-MR 10:30 Resident Council-PDR 11:00 Wii Sports Resort-Day Room 11:30 Paseo Empire Pizza Outing-L 1:30 Outdoor Recreation Games-ALC 2:00 Resident Choice Matinee-MT 2:30 Therapeutic Yoga-FR 3:00 Mike's Hard Lemonade Stand-IL





National Ride the Wind Day! 9:00 Cardio Boxing-FR 9:30 Walmart Shopping Outing-IL 10:00 Bocce Ball/Cornhole Toss-BBC 11:00 Wright Brothers Model Craft-MR 12:00 Wii Bowling-GL 1:30 Inspiration Painting-ALAR 2:00 Mardel Shopping outing-IL Lobby 2:30 Two Step Balance-FR 3:00 Ride the Wind Drone Flying-IL 4:00 Rummikub Club-ILD

9:00 Back and Core TLC-FR 9:30 Coffee Club/Current Events-ILF 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Games Club with Ryan-GL 1:30 Peace Lutheran Devotional-ALAR 2:30 Cardio Drumming Exercise-FR 3:00 Belgian Waffle Making Social-PDR 3:30 Resident Choir Club-MR 4:00 Pamper & Polish w/ Kayla-ALAR

8:30 The Daily News Articles-IL Fire 9:00 Morning Bootcamp-FR 10:00 Overholser Mansion-Lobby 10:30 Mexican Train/Dominoes-ALAR 11:00 Gospel and Devotional-PDR 12:00 Pen 2 Paper: Creative Writing -MR 1:30 Abstract Artwork-ALAR 2:00 Cinematic Classics Matinee-MT 2:30 Aquatic Water Weights-Pool 3:30 Beanbag Baseball-FR 4:00 Bakery Delights with Bella-PDR

9:00 Balanced Out Exercise-FR 9:30 Coffee Club/Current Events-ILF 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Games Club with Ryan-GL 1:30 Scooby Snack Baking-ALAR 2:30 Mind and Body Pilates-FR 3:00 Fur Babies Therapy Dogs-PDR 4:00 Collective Wellness w/ Kayla-MR 4:30 Bridge, Spades, UNO-GL

National Lottery Winner Day! 8:30 The Daily News Articles-IL Fire 9:00 Band it Together-FR 10:00 Henderson Hills Service-MR 10:30 Aging Transitions Group-PDR 11:00 Wii Sports Resort-Day Room 11:30 Salt Grass Steakhouse Outing-L 1:30 Outdoor Recreation Games-ALC 2:00 Resident Choice Matinee-MT 2:30 Therapeutic Yoga-FR 3:00 Jackpot! Lottery Day Raffles-ILD





National Beach Day! 9:00 Cardio Boxing-FR 9:30 Walmart Shopping Outing-IL 10:00 Bocce Ball/Cornhole Toss-BBC 11:00 Summer and Sand Craft-PDR 12:00 Wii Bowling-GL 1:30 Inspiration Painting-ALAR 2:00 Kirklands Shopping Outing-Lobby 2:30 Two Step Balance-FR 3:00 At the Beach with Kayla-PDR 4:00 Rummikub Club-ILD

9:00 Back and Core TLC-FR 9:30 Coffee Club/Current Events-ILF 10:00 Book Club with Ryan-MR 10:30 Green Thumbs Garden Club-ALC 11:00 Quarter Bingo-ALAR 12:00 Games Club with Ryan-GL 1:30 Peace Lutheran Devotional-ALAR 2:30 Cardio Drumming Exercise-FR 3:00 Happy Trails Teatime-PDR 3:30 Resident Choir Club-MR 4:00 Pamper & Polish w/ Kayla-ALAR

KEYFitness Room....................................FRMedia Room......................................MRIL Fire Pit...........................................ILFGaming Lounge................................GLDown Stairs Cafe...........................DSCIndependent Living............................ILAL Courtyard..................................ALCDay Room..........................................DR

Journal/Creative Writing

ClubJournaling has been

found to be beneficial not only to mental health,

but also to overall health. Expressing oneself through

writing, coloring or other related ar twork has been proven to

improve a person's outlook to the rest of the world. Expressing oneself

through journaling or other outlets can reduce stress, anxiety and some depression symptoms, which will, in turn, improve your immune system. Another interesting fact about journaling is that it could help to improve short-term memory.

� e continuous repetition of writing lists, writing le� ers or even simply writing about the pros and cons of your day has been seen to increase overall mood. Here are 8 journal entries to keep in mind if writing is for you:

1. What are 5 good things that happened today?

2. What are 3 things you're grateful for?

3. What is something that you feel you are good at?

4. Write a letter to someone you love. (Send it if you wish.)

5. How would your spouse/ best friend describe you?

6. Make a list of the things that made you smile today.

7. Make a list of the activities you enjoy.

8. Make a list of the places that you have lived/visited in your life.

If you are interested in journaling or creative writing, join us each Wednesday

at 12:00 by the � re pit!

Memory Care Corner

Residents enjoyed wonderful Fourth of July activities in Memory Care this year! Exercise with Kayla and Ryan, cra� s and music really brought the Spirit of '76 to our residents and

associates!

Fourth of July!� is year we had a blast with

our annual Independence Day

party, with everybody enjoying

great food and poppers in the

private dining room. We started

the day o� with patriotic music,

played games and enjoyed each

others' company as we celebrated

our country's independence!

Fun Around the Veraden!

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