Hawkeye InkA monthly publication for the residents, families and friends of Hawkeye

Care Center – Asbury

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July 2019

Whether you were here for a day, a week, a month or longer,

we are happy to have helped you.

Earnest Thompson

Duane Bries

Donald Fischer

Mary Cigrand

Alice Naderman

Shirley Welter

Vera Torrey

Helen McLaughlin

Mary Hirsch

Ardella Helle

Cornelius “Jim” Bradley

Florence Friederick

Ruth Duddeck

Why do Zombies love brains?

What do you think makes brains so appealing to zombies? Perhaps it’s because the brain is where our entire body is coordinated, where our memories are stored, and where our

senses are interpreted.

I bet you’re thinking, “that’s a strange question”. You’re right, it may be, but in April, staff members attended a Dementia training workshop. The zombie heading this was on one of the worksheets to teach staff a little about the brain, how it works and how changes affect

people.

When someone is suspected of h aving dementia, it means at least 2 parts of the brain are failing.

There are 5 basic functions to the brain. (Please refer to the colored picture below)

A. Pink area of the brain = Frontal lobe = Reward, attention, planning, short-term memory.

B. Blue = Parietal Lobe = Spatial sense, touch, language, navigation & recognition.

C. Yellow = Occipital lobe = Perception of motion, space & color & visual input.

D. Green = Temporal Lobe = Visual memories, new memories, sensory input, understanding language, hearing & long-term memory.

E. Purple = Cerebellum = Fine motor control, fear, pleasure & timing.

Baby Boomers, born 1946-1964 are the newest members of the “older” population. The “older” population is expected to grow by close to 77 million by 2030.

A few indications that aging is NOT normal may be for a person to make up words for objects when they can’t remember the actual name, mood changes, poor judgement, withdrawal from work or social activities or difficulty completing familiar tasks. While changes may be hard for us as family, friends or caregivers to see imagine how the person affected feels.

Body language makes up 55% of what you communicate! Facial expressions are the second most important way we determine communication and it is the first part of the person we look at. So with that being said, the proper way to approach and assist a resident, 1. Visual, 2. Verbal and 3. Touch. We can then honor every resident by making sure we know their personal routines, respecting their privacy and promoting their independence. We also need to remember to do things in their time. A good rule of thumb to follow is to give them 20 seconds to process what you are telling them or asking them to do. It will be less frustrating for the both of you. We have to remember that they are doing the best that they can.

Lastly, we were taught, stay thirsty my friend and fill your glass!

Resident Birthdays

July 4th Lucille Schmalz

July 8th Barb Robinson

July 11th Joyce Kramer

July 19th Mary Lux

July 22nd Jane Elliott

**Do you have creative writing skills? **

If so, please let me know!

I will be looking for any ideas/suggestions, articles,

jokes, recipes, stories or events etc. that you might

like to see in future newsletters. Please don’t

hesitate to leave a note on my desk at the front

entrance or send me an email. I am open to

suggestions!

Hawkeye Management Team:

Administrator: *Dani Ettema

Human Resources: *Amy Turner

Office Manager: *Julie Kennedy

Social Workers: *Jen Wernimont *Marie Leick

MDS Coordinators: *Kathy Graves

*Barb Howes

Director of Nursing: *JoAnn Pregler

Admissions:*Keely Gaherty

Activities:*Nadine Donath

Dietary:*Vicki McIntyre

Housekeeping/Laundry:*Pam Baysinger

Maintenance: *Bob Jennings

Quality Assurance: *Cristina Montelius

Nursing Unit Coordination:*Amanda Reittinger

Physical Therapy:*Jen Kress

Hawkeye Care Center

5575 Pennsylvania AveAsbury, IA 52002

563-583-6447

HEARTLAND MARIMBA

The Heartland Marimba Ensemble is one of two touring groups of the Heartland Marimba organization. They perform concert tours throughout the heartland states in June, July & December. Their music spans many genres including classical, jazz, tango, ragtime, Americana, pops, holiday favorites and circus. The apprentice artists are stellar performers when chosen for the group. As part of the experience they are able to work closely with Heartland Marimba founder, Matthew Coley. This helps them to enter their professional career beyond school with sharpened skills and broader, more comprehensive experience behind them. (This is an excerpt from the brochure)

Heartland Marimba was here to perform for our residents on June 11th.

Why do Zombies love brains?

What do you think makes brains so appealing to zombies? Perhaps it’s because the brain is where our entire body is coordinated, where our memories are stored, and where our

senses are interpreted.

I bet you’re thinking, “that’s a strange question”. You’re right, it may be, but in April, staff members attended a Dementia training workshop. The zombie heading this was on one of the worksheets to teach staff a little about the brain, how it works and how changes affect

people.

When someone is suspected of h aving dementia, it means at least 2 parts of the brain are failing.

There are 5 basic functions to the brain. (Please refer to the colored picture below)

A. Pink area of the brain = Frontal lobe = Reward, attention, planning, short-term memory.

B. Blue = Parietal Lobe = Spatial sense, touch, language, navigation & recognition.

C. Yellow = Occipital lobe = Perception of motion, space & color & visual input.

D. Green = Temporal Lobe = Visual memories, new memories, sensory input, understanding language, hearing & long-term memory.

E. Purple = Cerebellum = Fine motor control, fear, pleasure & timing.

Baby Boomers, born 1946-1964 are the newest members of the “older” population. The “older” population is expected to grow by close to 77 million by 2030.

A few indications that aging is NOT normal may be for a person to make up words for objects when they can’t remember the actual name, mood changes, poor judgement, withdrawal from work or social activities or difficulty completing familiar tasks. While changes may be hard for us as family, friends or caregivers to see imagine how the person affected feels.

Body language makes up 55% of what you communicate! Facial expressions are the second most important way we determine communication and it is the first part of the person we look at. So with that being said, the proper way to approach and assist a resident, 1. Visual, 2. Verbal and 3. Touch. We can then honor every resident by making sure we know their personal routines, respecting their privacy and promoting their independence. We also need to remember to do things in their time. A good rule of thumb to follow is to give them 20 seconds to process what you are telling them or asking them to do. It will be less frustrating for the both of you. We have to remember that they are doing the best that they can.

Lastly, we were taught, stay thirsty my friend and fill your glass!

AY McDonald Park next to the Hawthorne Boat Ramp on July 3rd

3:30PM – 5:30pm: 34th Army Band “Scrap Metal” will perform

5:30-8:00pm Salute to our Heroes Air Show including:

Military Swearing in Ceremony, Air Show Announcer Luke Carrico, US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team, USAF A-10 Warthog, A-10/P-51 Mustang Heritage Flight, Mike Wiskus and his Lucas Oil Pitts Plane, 2 MI-2 Turbine Helicopters, Iowa Army National Guard Chinook Helicopter, Phillips 66 Aerostars Aerobatic Performance, FLS Microjet, Memorial Salute, Missing Man Formation

9:00PM US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team night jump

Dusk: The Fireworks Spectacular

Thursday July 4 th : 11am – 4pm

Ham House Ice Cream Social@ MATHIAS HAM HOUSE

Fireworks surrounding the Dubuque Area: Galena:Galena Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Thursday, July 4 @ 6 PM Downtown Galena, IL

Bellevue:July 3 is highlighted by live music all day and a teen dance at Cole Park at 9 p.m. featuring the Dingleberries with more music in the

Legion Hall from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. July 4 features a pedal tractor pull at Cole Park at noon and an antique tractor

and classic car display from noon to 5 p.m. The Golden Knights jump at 1 p.m. Hypnotist Jim Wand and live music highlight the festivities all day long. The famous waterski show hits the river at 6 p.m. and finally

fireworks at dusk.

To the Families and friends of:

Paulette Taylor

Donald “Buzzy” Sexton

And all the other residents that have gained their angel

wings.

HEARTLAND MARIMBA

The Heartland Marimba Ensemble is one of two touring groups of the Heartland Marimba organization. They perform concert tours throughout the heartland states in June, July & December. Their music spans many genres including classical, jazz, tango, ragtime, Americana, pops, holiday favorites and circus. The apprentice artists are stellar performers when chosen for the group. As part of the experience they are able to work closely with Heartland Marimba founder, Matthew Coley. This helps them to enter their professional career beyond school with sharpened skills and broader, more comprehensive experience behind them. (This is an excerpt from the brochure)

Heartland Marimba was here to perform for our residents on June 11th.

Dyersville: Independence Day Celebration begins Wednesday, July 3 @ 5 PM@ COMMERCIAL Club Park (DYERSVILLE, IA)Enjoy food stands, games, and entertainment. Bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy the day! The fireworks show begins around dusk.

The Independence Day celebration at the Kenedy Mall on Tuesday July 2 nd

Recipe CornerFrom the Kitchen of : Amy Turner

Cookie Bar 1 pkg. refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough

1c. peanut butter1 (6oz.) pkg. chocolate chips½ pkg. M & M mini baking chips1 Twix bar1 Nestle Crunch bar1 Kit-Kat bar

Bake cookie dough in a 9x13-inch pan as directed on package. Cut up candy bars into crumbles and set aside. In bowl, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips in microwave for 1 ½ minutes. Pour this mixture over baked cookie dough. Sprinkle candy crumbles and M&M mini’s over top and return to oven for a few minutes to melt. Cool and enjoy.

SALON PRICES

Haircut $12.00

Shampoo / Set $12.00

A few funnies for you…….

Fred: The same bike tries to run me

down every single day.

Wilma: Sounds like a vicious cycle.

Life is better when you’re laughing!

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES:

For a full list of Activities for the Month of May please refer to the Activity Calendar that is attached.

July 1 st :

3:00pm: Music w/Ron Lubbers

July 3 rd :

1:30pm: 4th of July Bingo

3:00pm: 4th of July Party

July 8 th :

9:30am: Kerplunk

July 11 th :

1:30pm: Older Bolder Band

July 15 th :

9:30: Beach Volleyball

2:30: Hat making

July 18 th :

3:00pm: Music with Janet Leib

July 22 nd :

2:30pm: Cooking Corner

July 24 th :

3:00: Music w/Tom Bedtka

6:30: H & K Bingo

July 25 th :

2:00: Dance Team performance

Perm $45.00

Color $30.00

Beard Trim $5.00

Hours of operation:

Thursday 8am – 2 pm

Friday 8am – when finished

You may schedule Salon appointments at the front desk