November| 2014

November| 2014
henley
herald
What’s Inside …
Administrator’s Message
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November Birthdays
p. 7
Nutrition News
p. 3
Constipation Prevention
p. 8
Pastoral Message
p.4
Church Services
p.8
Social Work News / Family Council
p.5
Message from Primacare
p. 9
Life Enrichment News
p. 6
Creative Writing
p. 10
Resident Council News
p. 6
Smile for the camera
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A Message from the Administrator
By: Tarek Moharram
Hello, everyone –
I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made
by the men and women of Canada’s Armed Forces. With Remembrance Day rapidly
approaching, I decided it would be appropriate to dedicate my message this month to such a
worthy cause. For those residents who live with us at Henley Place and who have served our
country during years gone by, please accept my most sincere gratitude for your selflessness.
Instead of reading the remainder of this piece, I encourage each of you to take a moment and
reflect on how impactful each of these sacrifices have been on your life and the lives of those
you care about.
Volunteers Wanted!!
Henley Place has a variety of volunteer opportunities such as working in our café, one to one visits,
outings, and group programs. Flexible hours to work with your schedule are available.
Join the Henley Place Team Today!
For more information contact
Bri Murray – Volunteer Coordinator
519-951-0220 ext. 5136
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Nutrition News
By: Adam Bourdeau -Food Service Supervisor
Well, we are already turning the calendar once
again and another year is coming closer to an end,
but we still have many events to celebrate before
then! Now that November is here we will be starting
our weekly Thursday Christmas dinners. Starting with
the Springbank Home Area on November 6th, we will be hosting weekly Turkey dinners every
Thursday for family members, friends, and guests of residents to enjoy a relaxing meal
together. Anyone wishing to partake in one of our dinners can find the schedule for each meal
posted around the building (elevators, front doors, reception) and can inquire or reserve a spot
at reception for 18$ a person. We ask that reserve a spot two weeks ahead of the date you are
reserving for and at a maximum of 2 guests per resident.
Also this month, we are working on putting out the new fall/winter menu in the first
couple of weeks into November. Dianne Kelly, Food and Nutrition Manager, has been ironing
out the new menu changes and meeting with residents in food committee to receive their input
as well. As always if you have any questions, concerns or input on the upcoming menu please
feel free to let myself or Dianne know and we will do our best to accommodate.
Saturday November 15th 9:30- 1:00. There will be various vendors, a delicious bake sale, as
well as a rummage/book sale. We are looking for donations of gently used items and books.
If you have any donations please bring them to the front reception desk or to someone in the
Life Enrichment department. All proceeds go to the resident’s council account.
Hope to see you there!!
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Pastoral Message
By: David Friesen Waldner -Pastoral Care
With flags at half-mast on family homes, acreages, government buildings and longterm care facilities, I find myself in a place of reflection and sadness following the
violence in Ottawa in late October. A helpful response that gathered up my scattered
emotions comes from the blog of Willard Metzger who writes under the byline: “Enjoying
the wisdom of God found in voices all across Canada, and delighting in sharing this wisdom with
others across Canada.”
Willard acknowledges his own feelings of loss and mourning over another life taken and the resulting
rhetoric of revenge now seen by some as the best way to re-establish a sense of calm and
confidence. He goes on to say:
“I resonate with the voices that lament the sense of loss for our peaceful context. I share
the anxiety of how this act of violence might result in our day to day affairs being
weighted with new forms of fear through heightened security measures….I mourn that
religion has become so tainted that the Loving Creator can be grossly misrepresented by
acts of violence. I mourn that our global family is divided by systems of defence and selfinterest rather than a common commitment of seeking the good for all. I pray for mercy.
I pray for healing. I pray for peace. I pray that the good in all of us may triumph over the
tendency for evil in each of us.
“I will mourn for a while. My prayers will feel heavy for a while. My heart will ache for a
while…May the light of God's love blind hatred and revenge and give us all a vision for
the dawn of a new day filled with the power of a love for all our neighbours.”
In Ottawa, a gathering for silence and reflection included the following prayer in response to the
events on October 22:
Our God,
We call you Light of the world, but today we feel the weight of night.
We call you Wisdom, but today we have so many unanswered questions.
We call you Prince of Peace, but today we feel surrounded by violence.
We call on you in our fear, our disbelief, our sadness, and our helplessness.
Hear our cries.
Hold us as we remember the sounds, images, and experiences of Wednesday.
Hold the families of all those killed and injured in our capital city.
Hold families around the world who experience violence and instability.
Remind us to hold each other as we gather in our homes, schools and workplaces in the
coming days. May we seek your wisdom as we try to respond to the questions of our children,
which echo our own questions. Why do people kill each other? We are people shaped by your
story of peace. May our responses to the events in our capital city be formed and informed by
this identity. May we seek your light as we find our way through the dark. In your mercy, Lord,
hear our prayers. (adapted from C. Brubacher, a pastor in Ottawa, ON).
Let there be light.
David Friesen Waldner
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Social Work News
By: Linda Conway– Social Worker
Greetings from the Social Workers desk! Our 4 week “Life
Transitions Chat Group” is in full swing, and in my thinking, is well
on its way to being a tremendous success. I have been more than
amazed at how honest and open, members of this group have
been about their own experiences.
We’ve been focusing on the six main needs of individuals who are experiencing significant
life changes, grieving and loss. The six needs are as follows: 1) Acknowledge the Loss, 2)
Let yourself feel the pain, 3) Remember how it used to be before the change/loss, 4)
Develop a new self-identity, 5) Search for meaning and 6) Let others help.
Thus far, our group has surmised that they just want their lament to be “heard” by their
friends and families. Now you might say, “Listening to someone who is expressing strong,
negative emotions can be very scary”. This is especially true when you feel like you don’t
have an answer to their problem, or you don’t agree with their evaluation of the situation.
However, before you run for cover, please remember that we are each equipped with a set
of ears and they can be more helpful than you might imagine.
Here are some active listening skills you can practice using with those who are experiencing
loss or change. Focus on the person’s feeling statements (You must be feeling very…),
Reflect back or paraphrase what you hear the person saying (So you’re saying…) and last
but not least, Clarify what the person means instead of assuming you know, (Tell me more
about…. Or, what did you mean when you said….)
Just remember, you don’t have to agree, and you don’t have to fix it, but a little bit of
listening can go a long way!!
Family Council
The next family council meeting will be held on Thursday November 20th 2014 at 6:00pm.
Room to be announced. New family members are welcome.
If you have any questions please contact one of the Co-Presidents below
Lori Matheson: [email protected] or 519-619-1238
OR
Rick McEllistrum: [email protected] or 519-457-2055
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Life Enrichment News and Special Events
By: Janet Lakie– Life Enrichment Manager
We have many fun events planned in November- hope to see you
there!!
Saturday November 1- 10:30- Fair Sky sings
Tuesday November 4th- 1:30- Bus trip to indigo Books- please sign up/limited spaces
Wednesday November 5-2:30- Bill Savage entertains
Thursday November 6, 20- Get fit and get moving with Zumba- 2:00
Monday November 10- 2:00- Residents Council Meeting
Tuesday November 11- 10:30- Remembrance Day service
Wednesday November 12- 2:30- Georgina Rae Sings
Saturday November 15th- 9:30- 1:00- Christmas Bazaar/Rummage Sale
Tuesday November 18th- 1:30- Shopping trip to Walmart- please sign up/limited spaces
Wednesday November 19- 2:00,2:45- Dorothy strums her guitar/sings
Monday November 24- 2:00- Drumming Circle
11:30- Lunch out to Swiss Chalet- please sign up/limited spaces
Tuesday November 25- 6:45- Jim Ashby Entertains
Wednesday November 26- 2:30- Birthday party with Susie Q
Saturday November 29th- 2:30- Gary McGill sings
Resident Council
Resident Council Meeting- Monday November 10th at 2:00pm all
Residents are encouraged to attend!
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Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating their birthday this month
Birthstone (Yellow Topaz) The symbol of friendship as well as
November’s birthstone, the yellow topaz is said to strengthen one’s capacity to give and
receive love. It is also believed to make one more aware of their actions and how they could
possibly affect others. From the traditional golden brown hue to reds, oranges, and pinks,
topaz is a
diversely colored gemstone. It can be found in many parts of the world, including the U.S.,
Brazil, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Russia. In ancient times, powdered topaz was dissolved in
wine as a cure for asthma, insomnia, burns, and hemorrhage. In the Middle Ages, it was
believed that the gemstone could heal many physical and mental disorders and even
prevent the wearer’s death.
Flower (Chrysanthemum) Autumn Flower, “mums” or “chrysanths” traditionally bloom
the golden-yellow color for which it is named. (Chrysos in Greek means “gold.”) Today,
however, they can be found in many colors, ranging from white to purple to red. Cultures
around the world celebrate the chrysanthemum in different ways. The official flower of
Chicago is a mum, and both China and Japan hold yearly festivals in honor of the flower.
Confucius himself once suggested that the bloom be used as an object of meditation. The
chrysanthemum generally symbolizes optimism and joy. Mums hold a particular
significance for those born in the month of November, indicating a layered personality. As
soon as someone thinks they know you, you unveil another blossom of surprise. Not
surprisingly, mums feature layers and layers of soft petals
Famous People born in November
Will Rogers – Humorist (Nov. 4, 1879)
Sally Field – Actress (Nov. 6, 1946)
George Patton – WWII General (Nov. 11, 1885)
Prince Charles – Royalty (Nov. 14, 1948)
Larry King – Journalist (Nov. 19, 1933 )
Voltaire – Philosopher (Nov. 21, 1694)
Randy Newman – Composer (Nov. 28, 1943)
Mark Twain – Author (Nov. 30, 1835)
November Birthdays
Peggy M– Nov 25
Joe M– Nov 28
Francisca S– Nov 5
Irene H– Nov 7
Winona H– Nov 8
Bob T– Nov 23
Edward B– Nov 19
Robert C– Nov 5
Richard M– Nov 13
Michael S– Nov 5
John T– Nov 21
Dolly C– Nov 29
Evelyn T– Nov 12
Eileen C-Nov 30
Tom B– Nov 23
Noreen D– Nov 16
Kurt R– Nov 27
Virgina T– Nov 12
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Constipation Prevention
By: Sarah Hind - Programs Consultant
Did you know that constipation is a frequent health concern for older
adults?
Many things can lead to constipation:
Not being able to move around
Not enough fluid on a daily basis
Not enough fiber on a daily basis
Using laxatives over a long period of time
Taking medications that cause constipation as a side effect
Here are some facts:
It is estimated that 30%-50% of older adults living in the community use laxatives
regularly
The risk of constipation increases with age
At one time or another everyone gets constipated but in most cases, constipation is
temporary and not serious
Here are some helpful hints:
Drink sufficient fluids on a daily basis. This would be 6-8 glasses per day.
Reduce caffeinated beverages as they actually cause you to lose fluid.
Eat adequate fiber in combination with good fluid intake.
Use routine toileting each day.
Exercise on a daily basis.
Reference:
Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (2012). Health Education Fact Sheet –
Constipation: Prevention is the Key. Toronto: Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario.
Church Services
All residents are welcome to attend the following services in the Chapel. Each
month different ministers/ lay people from local churches conduct the services.
Sunday November 2- 2:30 Forest City DC Worship Service
Thursday November 6- 2:30- Anglican Communion Service
Sunday November 9- 2:30- North Park Worship Service
Tuesday November 11- 10:30- Remembrance Day Service
Sunday November 16- 2:30- Song and Story with Terry Westlake
Wednesday November 19- 10:30- Roman Catholic Mass
Sunday November 23- 2:30- Interdenominational Worship Service
Sunday November 30- 2:30- North Park Worship Service
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Message from Primacare
By: Jill Knowlton - Managing Director
I would like to take this opportunity to remind all our residents, family members,
clients and stakeholders of the following very important principles related to
protecting our workers from workplace violence and harassment as well as maintaining our
commitment to resident and family satisfaction. As the employer, our Homes have the legal duty to
assess and respond to all sources of potential violence and harassment in the workplace. This
includes potential risk from unwanted behaviours from customers, coworkers, residents and family
members. As such, I would like to refer you to the letter provided to all residents and their family
members or representatives on admission as part of the Resident Handbook. Please review the
following information and see your Administrator if you have any questions or concerns regarding
this information.
Dear Resident, Families and Representatives:
Our Home currently has an established concern and complaint procedure which is reviewed at the
time of admission and posted in our lobby area. We are hopeful that all family members would feel
free to raise any issues according to this process. While we understand that concerns regarding a
loved one can be very emotional, it is imperative that all concerns are raised in an appropriate and
productive manner. This will enable us to ensure that all concerns can be dealt with properly.
We have been very lucky at this Home in that we have had the extreme pleasure of interacting with
most of you in a pleasant, positive and respectful manner. Please let us take this opportunity to
thank all of you who have brought your concerns to us in this manner.
Please be assured that we wish to hear all of your concerns and issues as they arise. Please forward
your concerns as soon as they occur as outlined in our policy. We cannot accept harassing or
violent behaviours towards our staff from any source. This would include such things as screaming,
yelling, insulting, and issuing threatening comments or actions towards any staff member of the
Home.
We are committed to provide the best possible care for all of our residents and our commitment to
resident satisfaction is paramount. Our staff works extremely hard to provide the best level of care
possible within the current framework of long term care. In the unlikely event that a family
member should choose to display these actions towards the staff, under the legislation, we will have
no choice but to respond to these actions up to and including limiting future visits to the Home.
Please rest assured that we do not wish to do this for any family or friend of the Home and want to
avoid this at all costs. But given the system’s limited resources available, we feel that when the
Home and families work together cooperatively the best interests of our residents are guaranteed.
We are hopeful that this will be achieved in a positive and collaborative relationship between us.
To assist us in this regard, please feel free to contact the Director of Care or Administrator at any
time with any concerns in a calm and appropriate manner. We hope you understand, but should
you wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to contact your Administrator.
Yours truly,
Jill Knowlton
Managing Director, LTC Operations
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Creative Writing
Once a week a program called Creative Writing is held, this group looks at a picture and then creates a
story together on their interpretation of the picture. Every month we will share one of the
neighborhoods creations- this is from the 1st Floor– enjoy!
The Halloween Surprise
Elizabeth, Kay, Helen, Bud, Catherine
Late at night with the harvest moon rising, a family went trick-or-treating. In the front yard of a
spooky house, a pumpkin patch grew. The owners made the pumpkins into jack-o-lanterns to
scare away any unwanted guests. The family did not take notice to the scary faces that were
carved. So they continued to climb their way up to the top of the hill, where spooky house
remained.
Finally making it to the front door, a brass lion knocker is what lies between them and candy.
The oldest daughter of the family reached up to use the knocker, and with a thunderous roar BANG, BANG, BANG went the knocker.
The boogie man answers the door and gestures an invite into the house. The whole family got
frightened, their knees shaking, and hands trembling, they did not know where to turn. They
started to creep backwards and turn to run, when a dark hooded creature blocked their way.
They had no other place to go, but inside the spooky house.
So the family hesitantly went inside the house. When they got in, they stopped abruptly to the
sounds of footsteps and deep, heavy breathing. The boogie man says nothing still, but points
them to go into the kitchen. The family frightened, followed the orders and began their short
journey to the kitchen. To the family’s surprise, it was a Halloween party, with all sorts of
creatures like; ghosts, goblins, witches and monsters.
The family went to mingle with all the people there, but found that they knew no one. The
people in the costumes would not show their face or take off their masks, this became
curious to the family. To calm their nerves they all had a small drink of punch, but what they
did not know was that the punch was magic! When they drank the punch, how they looked at
that time is how they would stay. The family had no choice but to stay at the party as they
were, in costume.
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Smile For The Camera
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