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October-November 2015
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Activities pg. 4
Welcome New Residents
Save the Dates
Management Staff on pg. 5
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RESTORE Therapy pg. 2
ADMINISTRATOR’S LETTER
By Mike Schneider
This Autumn, try carving out a turnip instead of a
pumpkin! The Irish brought the tradition of carving
pumpkins into Jack O’Lantern to America. Only they
used turnips originally because pumpkins did not exist
in Ireland.
Where does the Jack in Jack O’Lantern come into
play? Ancient Celtic cultures in Ireland carved
turnips on “All Hallows Eve”, and placed an ember
inside to ward off evil spirits. The Jack O’Lantern
legend goes back hundreds of years in Irish history.
Many of the stories center round Stingy Jack. Stingy Jack was a miserable, old man who took pleasure in playing tricks on everyone. When he died,
he was not accepted into Heaven. Nor would the
Devil take him, so Stingy Jack had nowhere to go but
wander the earth.
Resident Spotlight pg. 3
Fall Recipe pg. 4
FALL FAMILY NIGHT
Thursday, October 29
from 6:30-8 p.m.
Entertainment provided by:
The Halos
Located at:
Community Room in the lower lever
of the Hockenhull Building
Please RSVP to:
Jodie Willoughby at (217) 291-2660
by Monday, October 26
We hope to see you all there!
The Irish immigrants quickly discovered that
pumpkins grown in American were bigger and easier to carve. This year when you carve out your Jack
O’Lantern, know that you are keeping Stingy Jack
away and it is much easier than using a turnip. BOO!
HERITAGE HEALTH
873 Grove Street • Jacksonville, IL 217.479.3400
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RESTORE Therapy pg. 2
Our RESTORE Therapy Gym.
PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH
By Rasheeda Bellamy
October is National Physical Therapy Month! This
years theme is “Fit after 50”. As therapists at Heritage
Health, we would like to take the opportunity to reach
out to the community and educate them on the value
of physical therapy. Our growing population of aging
adults will spark an increasing demand for physical
therapy. By 2030, its estimated that 20 percent of the
population will be 65 or older, and as many as 40 percent of those will be coping with some sort of disability. Many of those disabilities can be prevented with
exercise programs designed by physical therapists.
Licensed physical therapists and assistants can help
educate individuals on a proper exercise regime consisting of a balanced diet, proper stretching, and muscle
strengthening. Improving the body’s range of motion
and mobility may decrease the risk of injury, improve
balance, play a vital role in preventing falls, eliminate
or reduce pain, and can also aid in avoiding surgery.
In addition to the normal aging process, an increase
in the lack of activity can lead to an increased risk for
obesity and arthritis. These risk factors can cause many
people to feel they can’t regain control over their lives.
While it is true that as we age we tend to lose muscle
mass and elasticity, age does not have to be a deciding
factor on how we feel or our activity level. There are
many suggestions that Physical Therapists can recommend to decelerate the effects of the aging process in
a safe and controlled manner.
A few tips to remember for staying fit after 50:
• Even if you have been active most of your life, you
may need to modify your workout regimen to accomodate changes that come with aging.
• A regular exercise program should include light
strength training to improve balance, as well as aerobic
activity and stretching.
• Know your limits and pay attention to what your
body is telling you. Let your body rest for a day or two
and then ease back into your regular program.
• Find an activity you enjoy. Then a physical therapist
can help modify a chosen activity as needed for each
individual to accomodate any limitations.
HERITAGE HEALTH
873 Grove Street • Jacksonville, IL 217.479.3400
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Thank you, Bernice, for sharing a
little bit about yourself with us.
We are proud that you call
Heritage Health your home!
Resident Spotlight pg. 3
Pictured is Bernice Wyffels knitting area.
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT
Bernice Wyffels
Bernice Wyffels was born in Minnesota, Minnesota.
She attended a one room school house two miles from
her home, and all eight grades were taught together.
After graduating eighth grade, Bernice stayed home to
care for her ill mother.
Bernice met her husband, Elmo, at a church function.
Together they raised three boys and three girls, while
taking care of the farm. Bernice took care of the farm
animals, while Elmo tended to the farm.
RESIDENT BIRTHDAYS
Celebrate Good Times...
OCTOBER 6th
Pauline Prokop
7th
Harriet Pearson
8th
Earl Harmon
10th
Norma Callaway
11th
Dorothy Harper
12th
Helen Brogdon
14th
Mary Bays
16th
Esther Armitage
17th
Dolores Meek
20th
Beverly Haynes
23rd
Neta Rose Burbridge
24th
Carolyn Heaton
31st
Leona Clancy
31st
Betty Popovac
NOVEMBER:
1st
Don Provo
3rd
Marilyn Hileman
4th
Ida Gregory
4th
Lorraine Wertheim
15th
Opal Collins
19th
Wayne Boston
21st
Darrald D. Edwards
22nd
Janet Savage
30th
Flora Schlieper
Bernice’s mother taught her how to knit, using knitting needles. Her first accomplishment was knitting
a pair of socks for her father’s cold feet. A friend of
Elmo’s made her a knitting board and Elmo made the
stand. Bernice put these tools to great use. She said
she can’t even guess how many afghans, blankets and
baby blankets she has made over the years. She has
made afghans for all her children and grandchildren.
Before last Christmas, she knitted five red, white and
blue afghans for the grandkids in the service. She still
enjoys her knitting and continues knitting for family
and friends.
HERITAGE HEALTH
873 Grove Street • Jacksonville,
IL 217.479.3400
HeritageOfCare.com/jacksonville • Facebook.com/HeritageOfCare
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Did you know?
There are only two days of the year when you can
stand an egg on its end, the autumn and spring
equinox. To do this you will need an egg. Place the egg
on a hard, flat surface on its largest end. Carefully pull
your hands away and it should remain upright.
NEAT!
Fall Recipe pg. 4
Caramel Apple Sheet Cake.
ACTIVITY CORNER
by Jodie Willoughby
CARAMEL APPLE SHEET CAKE
by Glenda Turner
Fall everyone! It’s that time of year for
bonfires, hot chocolate and hot apple cider with family
and friends. Maybe some of you are planning a spooky
Halloween gathering or taking your children trick-ortreating. Whatever you do please make sure you are
safe and your loved ones are safe.
Ingredients:
Frosting:
2 cups flour
1/2 cup butter
2 cups sugar
6 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3-1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup water
1/8 cup caramel sauce
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups chopped green apples
Happy
In October, we have our Annual Fall Family Night
scheduled, with a fall concert by The Halos on
October 29th from 6:30-8 p.m. We hope you are able
to join us in celebrating family, friends and the season!
Just a reminder to all families and residents. Our
home is located in one of the most colorful sections of
Jacksonville during the fall. There are so many beautiful trees. Our courtyard and Wander garden are always
neatly mowed and ready for you to enjoy!
Directions:
In a large mixing bow, measure flour, sugar and cinnamon. Stir. Set aside. In a medium saucepan, combine
butter, water and shortening. Bring to a boil. Add flour
mixture and stir. Add buttermilk, baking soda, eggs and
vanilla. Stir in apples. Pour into a 15x13 inch greased
jelly roll pan. To make frosting, combine butter and
milk in bowl. Microwave until butter is melted. Add
powdered sugar, vanilla and caramel sauce. Stir until
smooth. Pour over cooled cake.
HERITAGE HEALTH
873 Grove Street • Jacksonville, IL 217.479.3400
HeritageOfCare.com/jacksonville • Facebook.com/HeritageOfCare
WELCOME NEW RESIDENTS!
Iola B. Basham
Helen F. Driver
Darrald D. Edwards
Virginia L. Harding
Carolyn J. Heaton
Shella M. Randolph
Harold L. Hester
Vivian M. Lewis
Elizabeth I. Long
Madeline R. McCormick
Virginia L. Nichols
Clara Mae White
SAVE THE DATE
by Jodie Willoughby
OCTOBER
1st
8th
9th
13th
16th
22nd
29th
30th
31st
Music with Mardelle
Day Care Kids
Football Jersey Day
Music with Glen
Happy Hour
Catholic Mass with Father Tom
Family Night
Halloween Party
Happy Halloween!
Thelma M. Seymour
James Simmons
Genevieve Sims
Marilyn E. Smith
Bonnie G. Stice
Happy Fall Ya’ll!
NOVEMBER
5th
6th
11th
12th
19th
20th
24th
26th
Glory Bound
Football Jersey Day
Veteran’s Day
The Carrigers
The Carrigers
Football Jersey Day
Sunshine Singers
Thanksgiving Day!
Every Wednesday, Bible Study with Rev. Gladys at 10 a.m.
Every Sunday, Chapel Service at 2:30 p.m.
MANAGEMENT STAFF
Administrator: Mike Schneider
Community Relations Coordinator: Lisa Kluge
Director of Nursing: Phyllis Metz
MDS Coordinator: Stacee Boyd
MDS Coordinator: Karma Seymour
Social Service Director: Beth Nika-Province
Dietary Manager: Glenda Turner
Business Office: Lori Lehmkuhl
Admissions Coordinator: Ellen Lonergan
Housekeeping Supervisor: Karrie Harris
Maintenance Supervisor: Greg Ainsworth
Activity Director: Jodie Willoughby
Be sure to check out our Facebook page for activities going
MDS Nurse: Rashana Wells
on in our home at: Facebook.com/HeritageOfCare!
HERITAGE HEALTH
873 Grove Street • Jacksonville, IL 217.479.3400
HeritageOfCare.com/jacksonville • Facebook.com/HeritageOfCare