“New” Piano at Bethany Home Assisted Living

April 2016
Today
In this issue:
 New Piano at AL
 Recumbent Cross
Trainer
 Announcements
 Obituaries
“New” Piano at
Bethany Home Assisted Living
Lan Nelson recently made a generous decision to
donate a beautiful grand piano to Bethany Home
Assisted Living. The donation is in honor of Carole & Ken
Gilman, long time friends and supporters of Bethany
Home. Music has always been a big part of Lan’s life and
he shares his musical talents with the residents of
Bethany Home nearly every day.
The piano was built in 1928 in
Boston by Vose & Sons Corporation
The “new” piano greets residents and visitors to the
and comes with a unique history.
Assisted Living with eye-catching elegance.
Originally owned by Carole’s family, Carole left her ‘mark’ on the pi- for the Assisted Living. Restoration began in late fall of
ano by teething on its ivory keys, last year by Marty Hess of Hess Piano Service in Wichita,
leaving tiny chips all along the row KS, and was completed in March of 2016.
of keys.
“I was able to track down Carole,” says
“Music speaks what Lan, “and explain what the plan was for
When Carole
married Ken cannot be expressed, the piano. She was moved to tears! I am
An ad from the 1920’s
the
so excited that she might be able to visit
boasted about the excellent Gilman,
soothes the mind
quality & reasonable
piano moved
and see the piano after all these years. I
price of a Vose Piano.
and
gives
it
rest.
with her to
even saved the original keys for her, with
their home in Salina where it
her teeth marks!”
It heals the heart
remained until Ken’s death in 2008.
The stunning instrument now sits in a
and
makes
it
whole,
When his health began to fail,
place of distinction near the front
Carole’s husband Ken chose to come
entrance of Bethany Home Assisted
flows from heaven
to Bethany Home in 1998. After
Living. The deep mahogany wood and
to
the
soul.”
serving as a nursing home state
rich tones will add an extra special feel
inspector for many years, he knew that Bethany Home to the home and will delight residents and guests for
would provide the best care and was the best many years to come!
environment for him. The Gilmans formed a strong
friendship with Lan Nelson during the ten years that Ken
lived at Bethany Home. When Carole made the decision
to downsize, she knew immediately what she would like
Lan Nelson plays
the recently restored
to do with her beloved piano and asked Lan if he would
piano he donated to
like to have it.
Bethany Home
The piano stayed in storage for the next several years
Assisted Living in
until Lan decided to bring it back to life. Bethany Home
honor of Carole
has a handful of pianos so he felt it would be a better fit
& Ken Gilman.
This is a monthly publication from Bethany Home Association, Editor/Creator, Jennifer Cantrell, Marketing & Advancement Director, [email protected]
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My Dad bought my mom a piano for
her birthday. A few weeks later, I asked
how she was doing with it.
“Oh,” said Dad, “I
persuaded her to
switch to clarinet.”
“Why’s that?” I asked.
“Well,” he said, “with
the clarinet, she can’t
sing!”
Please join us in welcoming
the following residents to
the Bethany Home family.
Assisted Living:
Wilma Daniels
Bethany Home:
Lois Larson
Mrs. Phuc Tran
Submitted by Bob Corbin
Malm Family Donates
Cross Training Therapy
Equipment
Bethany Home is excited to announce a new piece of equipment
for the Physical Therapy department: a NuStep T4r recumbent
cross trainer. The Nu-step is a seated stepper that provides a
total body workout by simulating the natural walking motion
while providing upper body exercise as well. According to the
NuStep website, the cross trainer offers “a smooth and natural motion that delivers a low impact, inclusive,
total-body cardiovascular and strengthening workout for virtually all users.” The NuStep can be used with
patients with varying diagnosis including Parkinson's Disease, Cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or stroke,
muscular deficiencies, arthritic joints, cardiac and pulmonary disorders.
The advantages the NuStep offers over other types of exercise equipment are numerous. Wendy Johnson,
Physical Therapy Assistant and Rehab Manager for Select Rehab notes, “Its accessibility, ease of use and safety
make it the perfect choice for our facility. We will be able to transfer non-ambulatory patients from their wheelchair to the Nu-step as the seat swivels to the side and arm rests swing away. The seat, arms and legs are all
adjustable to fit all shapes and sizes as well.”
Bethany Home received the machine through the efforts of the Paul “Corky” Malm family. Upon the passing of
Corky’s wife, Deloris, the family designated memorial gifts to Bethany Home. The family was very appreciative of
the services that Deloris received during her time at Bethany Home and wanted to find something that would not
only honor memory, but benefit other residents as well. Corky and Deloris' daughter, Barbara Malm, is the
Executive Director for Physical Therapy Association of America
Foundation. When Wendy suggested the NuStep Cross Trainer, Barbara
contacted the company and they agreed to cover the shipping costs. The
majority of the expenses were covered through donations in memory of
Deloris, and Malm Construction donated the remaining amount. “We
can never thank (Bethany Home) enough for the care, respect and
comfort (Deloris) received while she was a resident.”
Corky was the first resident to try out the new machine under the
supervision of Wendy Johnson. He commented, "There's a lot more to
this machine than I expected. I think it could really help people."
Corky Malm tries out the cross trainer
donated in memory of his wife, Deloris.
From the Paul “Corky” Malm Family: Kenneth, Terry, and Barbara Malm
and Kola Johnson
Maurine Johnson 12/22/1919 - 3/11/2016
Maurine J. Johnson, 96, of Lindsborg,
passed away March 11, 2016.
She was born Dec. 22, 1919, to Wilbert and
Grace (Lough) Anderson in Burdick, KS.
Maurine married Arthur LaVern Johnson on
Nov. 11, 1945 in Burdick. He preceded her in
death. She taught 4th grade at Southeast of
Saline for over 20 years.
Survivors include her son, Dr. Bruce (Val)
Johnson, Salina; daughter, Janet (Douglas)
Butler, Wilmore, KY, six grandchildren, and
seven great-grandchildren.
Services were held on March 14 at the
Evangelical Covenant Church in Lindsborg
with internment at Elmwood Cemetery.
Memorials may be designated to the
Evangelical Covenant Church, Bethany Home,
or Lindsborg Community Hospital in care of
Christians Funeral Home.
Margaret Nelson 4/8/1924 - 3/11/2016
Margaret Lillian Nelson, 91, of Lindsborg,
passed away March 30, 2016.
She was born April 8, 1924, to Emmanuel
and Verlie Emeline (Linderholm) Keding in
Elko, NV.
In October 1942, Margaret married Warren
L. Johnson Sr. He passed away in 1985. In
June 1988, Margaret married John Nelson of
Salina, KS.
She was preceded in death by her parents,
husband, Warren, two sisters, one brother,
and a granddaughter.
Margaret leaves behind many loved ones
including her husband, John Nelson of
Lindsborg, sons: Daryl Johnson (Kola) of
Lindsborg, Dr. Warren Johnson (Becky) of
Keystone, CO, daughter, Margie Lloyd of
Lindsborg, step-children; Mark Nelson
(Jeannie) of Albuquerque, NM, Julie Nelson
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(Nathan Myers) of Albuquerque, NM, Curtis
Nelson (Jan) of Ellsworth, KS, brother, Willard
Keding of Lindsborg, sisters: Clarice Hayes of
Angier, NC, Kathryn Frantz of Lindsborg, and
several grandchildren, step-grandchildren,
great-grandchildren,
and
step-greatgrandchildren.
Services were held on April 4, at Messiah
Lutheran Church, Lindsborg with burial at
Elmwood Cemetery .
Memorials may be designated for Messiah
Lutheran Church or Bethany Home in care of
Christians Funeral Home.
Our thoughts and prayers go
out to the family and friends
that lost loved ones recently.
Their loss is felt by all of us at
Bethany Home.
Pastor Bill’s Blessing
But in fact Christ has been raised
from the dead, the first fruits of
those who have died.
1Corinthians 15:20
Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!
I’ve got the earth boxes ready to plant the tomato plants.
Even as I plant those little plants I can imagine, anticipate,
and appreciate the coming time of that first red ripe
scrumptious tomato, the very first fruit signaling much more
fruit to come. It’s the start of a whole 3 or 4 months of
tomato harvest.
The day of Jesus’ resurrection is the day death died. From
now on it’s a whole new age. Jesus is the first of a whole
new crop of resurrected eternally-alive people. Live the
resurrected life! We are an Easter people, Alleluia!
Peace in the Lord,
Pastor Bill
Birthday Blessings For You
Elizabeth Myers
Evelyn Whitfield
Eunice Samuelson
Norma Schroeder
Dotty Hedquist
Quenten Swenson
Philip Humbarger
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Ray Mai
Florence Shogren
Wilma Daniels
Peggy Martin
Patricia Reutzel
Yvonne Gottschalk
4/13
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4/17
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As you celebrate today,
remember, God is near.
For He is there leading you
into another year.
Know the Lord walks with you
and is always by your side.
He holds the future in his hands,
and will always be your guide.
So trust to Him the years ahead,
whatever may unfold,
And take each day just as it comes,
with the blessings that it holds!
Bethany Home will be hosting a
BOOK BONANZA! on Saturday, June 11.
ALL BOOKS & ONLY BOOKS!
Bethany Home truly appreciates the many
volunteers that give of their
time & talents!
THANK YOU!
If you would like to know more about volunteer
opportunities, contact Deb Farres or Jennifer Cantrell
Fiction, non-fiction, reference, coffee table
books, Christian fiction, picture books & MORE!
All PROCEEDS will be used to renovate and
redecorate the existing Bethany Home library.
DONATIONS gratefully accepted! Please
contact Karol Carr or bring your books to the
Activity Center by Monday, June 6.
SHOP the sale
Saturday, June 11
8:00 am - 4:00 pm