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Dear residents, families and friends, Our largest community
party of the year is coming up – and we hope to see you there!
Hub’s Hoedown, named after the father of Heritage’s founder, is an
annual event at all Heritage communities that features food,
drinks, music, games and fun for the whole family! Our aim is to
bring people together – residents, families, staff and friends from
the community – to enjoy a celebration of summer and form some
lasting memories that you can cherish for years to come. Please
consider joining us on Saturday, August 24, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for
this great event. It’s certain to be an unforgettable time – with
plenty of great food and great people. We hope to see you and your
family there! Sincerely,
3585 S. 147th St., New Berlin, WI 53151 | 262-789-6600 |
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The Heritage Senior Living Mission: To provide the highest
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Heritage Newsletter
Letter from the Director
Connie Knapp
The Deer Creek Dynseo Team Wins Again! We are so proud of our
Dynseo team, who came in first in the country in the Dynseo Top
Culture Challenge – and 26th in the entire world! Join us weekdays
at 4 p.m. to be part of the team. We would also like to take this
opportunity to remember team member Pat (pictured in red), who was
with us from the beginning. She will be missed!
Connie Knapp Executive Director
August 2019
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Our Quality Promise to You
Our quality promise starts with commitment. Heritage Senior
Living is committed to listening to YOU. Got an idea? A suggestion?
We want to hear it. Quality matters so we appreciate your ideas and
input. Whether you are an employee, a resident, a family member or
a visitor, let us know. Email us at: [email protected]
A Message from the Wellness Team
A Message from Culinary
Brian Bercher Executive Chef
Kamia Monet Beasley Director of Nursing
Soak Up Some Vitamin D this Summer
Sunlight is the most important source of vitamin D for most
people – and August in Wisconsin means plenty of sun and,
therefore, plenty of this mood-boosting vitamin. We actually
require more vitamin D as we age and those over 50 are at an
increased risk of vitamin D deficiency. This holds especially true
for women. The most well-known benefit of vitamin D is its ability
to maintain strong bone through its regulation of calcium. But
it
also helps reduce the risk of flu and diabetes, while also
regulating mood and helping fight off depression. We can get some
vitamin D through foods – like salmon, tuna, cheese and egg yolks –
as well as vitamin D-fortified foods like milk, cereal and juice.
But the most important source is still sunlight. So take it as an
excuse to get outdoors this month and embrace the nice weather
(while it lasts!). Take a walk outdoors, sip some lemonade
on the patio or take your card game outside. (Remember to wear
proper clothing and sunscreen and to stay hydrated!)
August is prime growing season for much of America, which means
there are some great fruits and vegetables hitting market shelves
and family tables this month. Blueberries, raspberries, melons and
stone fruits like peaches and nectarines are particularly good this
month. For vegetables, beans, cabbage, peppers, tomatoes and squash
are all in season.
It’s Prime Time for Seasonal Produce
In-season produce not only tastes better, but it also retains
more nutrients because the produce is allowed to ripen before being
picked. It’s also cheaper, meaning you save money while eating
better! Buying local – through farmers markets and produce stalls –
is a great way to ensure that you’re getting the freshest in-season
produce, while also supporting local farmers and businesses. Many
also offer organic and sustainable
options. So take the opportunity to grab some tasty (and
healthy) ingredients for your summer meals!
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Recognizing CNA Nikola Ubovic
Sue is a caregiver here and has been with Heritage at Deer Creek
since December. She is very dedicated to her residents and will go
above and beyond for any resident or team member to help them out.
Sue has worked all shifts, from AM and PM to NOC. She is willing to
come in at any time to help, which is an amazing quality to have in
a team member! She comes to work with a smile and does a great job
in our
Upcoming Staff Training
We’re Looking for Volunteers! We are looking for people to
volunteer at our community. If you are interested in helping out,
please call us at 262-789-6600.
Staff Member Spotlight
Management of Hypertension Accurate blood pressure checks.
Incident Reporting Objective and subjective, “Just the facts”.
Preventing Hyperthermia Shade, hydration, air conditioning. Grief
Dealing with loss and helping our residents cope with losses.
Staff Member Spotlight
Thank You to our Dedicated Caregiver Sue
Nikola Ubovic (Niko) was recruited from the CNA program at New
Berlin High School and joined the team here in February. Since he
began, he has proven himself an invaluable member of the team. He
is a very hard worker and has excellent attendance. On top of that,
he is always willing to help when needed
– and is very eager to learn new skills and concepts. Niko
always has a smile on his face and a positive attitude when he
comes into to work. Thank you for your hard work and dedication,
Niko. We are so happy to have you as a member of our Deer Creek
team.
Nikola Ubovic CNA
Sue Schmidtz Caregiver
Memory Care unit helping family members and residents, and
training new staff.
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Last Month in Pictures
Above left: Steve sports some red, white and blue plaid for the
holiday. Above right: Henry enjoys his beer. Right: Our patriotic
place settings matched are red, white and blue desserts. Bottom
left: Jewel smiles for the camera. Bottom right: Rosemary enjoys
the festivities.
Getting Patriotic for the Fourth
We had a great celebration on July 4, with readings from the
Declaration of Independence and patriotic trivia. We also feasted
on red, white and blue fruit, drinks, cakes and cookies!
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Last Month in Pictures
Resident Birthdays Welcome to our New Residents!
Shirley H. Joann K.
Clockwise from top left: Beverly soaks up the sun. Residents
take a rest near the water. Janice, La Villa, Natalie, Barb,
Marlene, Betty and Beverly S. cool off in the shade. Barb, Janice
and La Villa enjoy the walk.
Beautiful Weather for a Walk in the Park
We had a beautiful day for an outing to one of Waukesha’s best
landmarks: Frame Park. Everyone enjoyed the sunshine and fresh air.
On the way back, we had a stop for ice cream to round out the
afternoon.
Janice D. 8/01 Rosie M. 8/01 Mary R. 8/01
Beverly S. 8/12
Marian F. 8/13 MaryAnn K. 8/13 Sharon P. 8/21 Stanley L.
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Family Council on Tuesday, August 13, at 6 p.m.
Renaissance Fare on Saturday, August 17, from 12-2 p.m.
Hub’s Hoedown on Saturday, August 24, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Outdoor Concert: Floor It Band on Thursday, August 29, from 6-8
p.m.
For more information or to RSVP to an event, contact Lisa
Schroeder,
community relations director, at [email protected] or
262-432-0222.
Upcoming Events
Write us a Review! We want to hear from you! If you’re pleased
with your
experience at Heritage, let us know by writing us a review
online. You can find us on various websites,
including Facebook, Google, Yelp and more.
And don’t forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter
(@Heritage_Senior)
to stay up to date on Heritage news and events.
Friends and Family Referral Program If you refer someone who
moves into one of our Assisted Living or Memory Care communities,
you’ll receive $500 toward your next month’s rent! If you refer 2
people, you’ll receive $1,000 ($1,500 total) and if you refer 3+
people, you’ll receive $1,500 ($3,000+ total)!
Heritage Core Value of the Month: Respect To value the
importance of ourselves and others through listening
acknowledging, empowering, embracing and appreciating all
differences.
