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Theme of the Month:

In the month of December we will explore Holidays Around the World.Residents will be encouraged to share their favorite Holiday experiences andparticipate in activities centered around the winter Holidays. For themerelated programs see the activities highlighted in Red on our monthlycalendar. Join us in celebrating…

December 2017

Holidays Around the World

The Carlton TimesLove Honor Provide

1000 East 14th St., San Leandro, CA 94577 510.636.0660 License# 015600341 www.carltonseniorliving.com

Season’s Greetings

Memory CornerDementia and the Holidays: Tips for Caregivers

By Ava M. Stinnett

For some, the holidays are a favorite time of the year. The days are about experiences andpeople, family traditions, recalling old memories and creating new ones, and tuning into what-ever you feel like doing at the moment. For caregivers and people living with dementia-relatedconditions such as Alzheimer’s, however, there will come a time when it’s just not feasible orpractical to do everything you once did. How do we celebrate special occasions when one ofthe people involved doesn’t remember or even understand what the celebration is about? Howdo caregivers on the dementia journey with a loved one—not just on the holidays, but all dayevery day—manage to keep it together?

The holiday season can be stressful, so it's critical to adjust your expectations. Caregiver ex-pert Amy Goyer describes caregiver burnout, saying, “The prolonged stress builds up, we arerobbed of energy, and sometimes we reach a point of total emotional, mental, and physical ex-haustion. We may lose motivation completely or feel we just don’t care about our loved ones,our other relationships, or our work. We may feel that we’ve lost ourselves in the vastness ofcaregiving and that nothing we can do will make a difference. If you feel like this most of thetime, you may have reached burnout” (Goyer, 2015). The following tips may help caregiversweather the holiday season.

· Although it may be challenging, try to maintain a similar routine for your loved one andyourself so that holiday preparations don’t become disruptive. Changes to the dailyschedule can increase disorientation and anxiety for those with cognitive impairment.

· Trust your instincts. Keeping past traditions alive, such as eating favorite holiday foods,visiting with family and good friends, or looking at family photo albums and heirlooms—activities that take advantage of long-term memory—can help an elder connect to holi-day celebrations. However, you recognize more than anyone else how much you andyour loved one can handle without feeling overwhelmed. Feel free to reschedule or de-cline invitations when needed.

· Prioritize self-care and don’t be afraid to share your wish list. Whether it’s having abreak to go to a movie, take a walk, or meet a friend for lunch, or having someone cooka meal or help clean the house—having even a short time off can provide a change inperspective and allow you to recharge your batteries.

Be aware that the holidays may evoke memories of better times—not just for your loved one forbut for you as a caregiver. Talking with a close friend or a counselor often helps one managethe emotions that come with holidays and other special days. You can also find help for care-givers from the Family Caregiver Alliance, AARP, your local Alzheimer’s Association chapter,or support groups through hospitals, mental health programs, and community support organi-zations.

Sources:The Alzheimer's Association. (n.d.). Holidays and Alzheimer's families. Retrieved fromhttps://www.alz.org/care/alzheimers-dementia-holidays.aspGoyer, A. (2015). Juggling life, work, and caregiving. Chicago: American Bar Association.Family Caregiver Alliance. (2014, December 31). Caregiving and the holidays: From stress to success! Re-trieved from https://www.caregiver.org/caregiving-and-holidays-stress-success

Residents

Join us to celebrate our December birthdays onWednesday, December 27th at 6:000 PM

in the Living Room with entertainment by Ed Davin!

Employee Anniversaries

EmployeesWeini Tecle 12/01

Rosa Gonzalez 12/09

Maria Maravilla 12/14

Thelma Balolong 12/14

Joshua Cabrera 12/17

Wanda Morgan 12/18

Susan Roasa 12/20

Alondra Rios 12/22

Gary Singh 12/25

Belen Ealba 12/25

Jocelynn Ahnstrom 12/26

Laulhati Hernandez 12/27

Zenaida Halili 12/31

Mara Benitez 12/05 *1 Year

Elvira Rubio 12/05 *8 Years

Jocelynn Ahnstrom 12/06 *6 Years

Maria Maravilla 12/13 *11 Years

Olga Milichichi 12/20 *1 Year

Raj Gounder 12/23 *13 Years

Bryce Nelson 12/06

Jean Chastain 12/19

Alan Ward 12/21

Ed Barber 12/22

Ida Rapozo 12/23

Elizabeth Cooper 12/24

Mary Ann Morrisroe 12/24

Judith Haier 12/25

Katherine Lopes 12/25

Resident Spotlight

Staff Spotlight

Maria Rahimann

Maria is a good employee. She

always has a smile on her face.

Maria loves to attend to our

residents , she has a very loving

personality. We love to have Maria

as part of our team.

My name is Water Goble, I was born onFebruary 19th 1928 in Junction city, Ohio.My wife's name was Gladys Goble andtogether we had two daughters namedMelanie and Melissa. I was a post man forthe US Postal Service my whole work life. Idelivered mail in Ohio, Los Angeles andSanta Rosa. I was on a destroyer in theKorean War stationed in Asia. I lovepaintings and antiques, also Ohio Stateblankets.

Walter Goble

Monday, October 2, 2017

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Walking Club12:30 Advice Hour1:00 Art Class2:00 Ice Cream, Cookie Social2:30 Brain Fitness3:00 Sing Along5:30 Bingo6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Reading Session12:30 Math Trivia1:00 Creative Creation2:00 Christmas Tree Lighting With Eggnog andcookies3:00 Brain Fitness3:30 Holiday Advice - Christmas Facts5:30 Variety Hour6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Reading Session12:30 Creative Creation130 The Doug Arrington Duo Christmas Show1:30 Discussion of Holidays Around the World2:00 Social With Matinee3:15 SingFit5:30 Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie

Sunday, December 3, 2017

9:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Nail Painting/ Tactile Sensory12:30 Creative Creation1:30 Math Trivia1:30 Entertainment Tony Braganza`s Christmas bythe Piano ( AL LR)2:00 Afternoon Social3:30 Variety Hour5:30 Sing along6:00 Evening Movie

Saturday, December 2, 2017

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show9:45 Live 2 B Healthy10:30 Prayer Service With Sister Rosalia12:45 Variety Hour1:15 Chef Class Thank you cupcakes2:00 Bingo3:00 poetry3:30 Time Slip5:30 Singfit6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Advice Hour10:30 Chair Aerobics With Carmen12:30 Spelling Bee1:00 Sing Fit2:45 Scenic Drive2:45 Sing Along3:30 Ball Toss5:30 Variety hour6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Walking Club12:30 Creative Creation1:30 Root Beer Floats2:00 Music Trivia2:30 Sing Fit3:45 Time Slip5:30 Bingo

Sunday, October 1, 2017 Thursday, November 2 2017

Wednesday, November 1 2017

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Conductorcise (AL LR)10:30 Reading Session12:30 Math Trivia1:00 Craft Class2:00 Social With Matinee3:30 Brain Fitness6:00 Evening movie

Friday, December 1,2017

We are grateful for ourResidents!

The “Best of the Best” awards honor associateswho have gone above and beyond to provide

particularly high quality, memorable experiencesfor residents and their families, and who

exemplify the Carlton Commitments:

See the Front Desk to nominate today!

Doctor Shuttle Scheduling

Tuesdays: San Leandro; Hayward;

San Lorenzo; Castro Valley and Union City.

Thursdays: San Leandro; Oakland; Alameda

Wednesdays: LAB ONLY - San Leandro

Lab time must be between 9 :15 am and 10 am

2nd & 4th Monday - Berkeley area after 12:00

Back to SchoolA poem written by our memory care

Residents.

I see a very happy childI see a young boy that likes the older girls in class.

I see a nerd that gets the good marks in class,I see a good actor,

I see a little boy that is happy,he thanks his mother for dressing him

very nice and neat.I see a boy with a very good mother.

I see back to school darlings,I see a little mischievous boy , a very happy boy

A clown with a happy face.I see back to school coming and going,

And getting close to knowing the adults.I see a mother being very lucky to have this child

I see back to school as children being reallyadorable.

I see a little boy with a big bow tieI see a little boy with three fingers and one thumb.

I see a little boy with a beautifulway of attracting people.

I see a little cute boy that concord theogre of the school.

Monday, December 4, 2017 Friday, December 8, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Walking Club12:30 Creative Creation1:30 Christmas Baking with Eliana Cinnamon AppleFlowers2:30 SingFit3:30 Reading Session with Eliana5:30 Fluff and Fold/ Sensory Activity6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Ball Fitness12:30 Math Trivia1:30 Fruit Cake and Pie Social And Holiday Trivia andHumor2:30 Art with Bridgett3:30 Advice Hour5:30 Fluff and Fold5:30 Variety Hour6:00 Evening Movie

Tuesday, December 5, 2017 Saturday, December 9, 20179:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Nail Painting/ Tactile Sensory12:30 Selling Bee1:30 Reading session1:30 Entertainment -Darlyn’s Jazzy Christmas (ALLR)2:00 Afternoon Social With Matinee3:30 Jingle Bell Ball Toss5:30 Variety Hour6:00 Evening Movie

Wednesday, December 6, 2017 Sunday, December 10, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Advice Hour10:30 Chair Aerobics With Carmen12:30 Spelling Bee1:30 Figgy Pudding Party with Jocelynn (AL/LR)1:30 Bingo2:45 Scenic Drive2:45 Sing Along3:30 Poetry Reading5:30 Variety Hour /Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Reading Session with staff12:30 Math Trivia1:00 Festive Cookie and Coffee Social1:30 DC Dancer’s Christmas Recital (AL/LR)2:00 Creative Creation3:15 SingFit5:30 Tactile Sensory Activity6:00 Evening Movie

Thursday, December 7, 2017

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Abby on the Piano12:30 Writing Christmas Cards1:30 Carlton’s Counrty Christmas (AL LR)1:30 Brain Trivia2:30 Sing Along3:30 Poetry Reading5:30 sensory activity/ Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show9:45 Live 2 B Healthy10:00 Holiday Boutique and Hot Coco Bar 10:00-2:00 (AL/LR)10:30 Prayer Service With Sister Rosalia12:30 Variety Hour1:00 Sing Fit2:00 Winter Snow Day Craft3:30 Reading Session5:30 Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie

Bold Black = Instructor or Entertainer

Red = Theme of the Month Activities

AL LR = Living Room

AL CY = Assisted Living Courtyard

AL PE = Assisted Living Personal Expressions Room

LOCATION KEY

Christmas Sweater Day

Happy BirthdayBryce Nelson !

Monday, December 11 , 2017 Friday, December 15, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Walking Club12:30 Advice Hour1:00 Art Class - Winter Flowers2:00 Hot Coco Social2:30 Brain Fitness3:00 SingFit5:30 Entertainment With Alligator6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Ball Fitness12:30 Math Trivia1:00 Afternoon Social and Music1:30 Reading Session2:00 Art Class Making Christmas Cards3:00 Brain Fitness3:30 Time slip5:30 Variety Hour6:00 Carlton Movie Night! A Christmas Story

Tuesday, December 12, 2017 Saturday, December 16 , 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Walking Club12:30 Reading Session1:00 Bingo2:00 Ball Toss2:30 Sing Along3:45 Advice Hour5:00 Hanakuh Begins at Sundown Menorah Lighting(AL/LR)5:30 Variety Hour6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Nail Painting/ Tactile Sensory12:45 Ball Toss Brain Trivia1:30 Champagne Housewarming Party with Tom andJeff (AL LR)1:30 Afternoon Social with Sparkling Cider2:30 Reading Session3:30 Variety Hour5:30 Sing Along6:00 Evening Movie

Wednesday, December 13, 2017 Sunday, December 17, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Advice Hour10:30 Chair Aerobics With Carmen12:30 Spelling Bee1:00 Gingerbread man and cookie decorating contest2:45 Scenic Drive2:45 Bingo3:30 Drum Circle5:30 Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Reading Session with Eilana12:30 Math Trivi1:30 Rockridge Choral Choir (AL/LR)1:00 Crafting Class2:00 Spiced Cider Social with Holiday Music2:30 Holiday Cake Pops3:30 Brain Fitness5:30 Sing Along6:00 Evening Movie

Thursday, December 14, 2017 HEAL.COM9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show9:45 Live 2 B Healthy10:30 Prayer Service With Sister Rosalia12:45 Variety Hour1:15 Chef Class - Holiday Cake Pops1:30 Winter Wonderland Party with Paul Fontes Band(AL/LR)2:30 Brain Fitness3:00 Discussion of Kwanzaa and Hanukkah

.3:30 Entertainment With Steven Burkhurst3:30 Time Slip6:00 Evening Movie

Heal is a new way for you to connect with alicensed physician, internist or family doctorthat is available to come to our communitywithout you having to leave the comfort of yourown home. Avoid the drive to the doctors andskip the waiting room!

Please see Kushir for more information!Or visit www.heal.com.

Monday, December 18, 2017 Friday, December 22, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Walking Club12:30 Advice Hour1:00 Christmas Craft and Gift Wrapping2:00 Popcorn And Soda Pop Social2:30 Brain Fitness3:00 SingFit5:30 Entertainment with Ken Sosa6:30 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Jingle Ball Toss12:30 Math Trivia1:30 AVery Merry Christmas and Fondue Social(AL-LR)1:30 Art Circle2:30 Art with Bridgett2:30 Brain Fitness3:30 Advice Hour5:30 Variety Hour6:00 Evening Movie

Tuesday, December 19, 2017 Saturday, December 23, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Walking Club12:30 Variety Club1:30 Resident Choir Christmas (AL/LR)1:30 Winter Snow Day Crafting Class2:00 Music Trivia3:00 Jingle Ball Trivia5:30 Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Nail Painting/ Tactile Sensory12:30 Ball Toss Brain Trivia1:30 Math Trivia1:30 Entertainment with Todd Haemmerle’sChristmas Recital (AL LR)2:00 Afternoon Social Decorating Christmas Cookies3:00 Entertainment with Todd Haemmerle5:30 Evening Reading6:00 Evening Movie

Wednesday, December 20, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Advice Hour10:30 Chair Aerobics With Carmen12:30 Spelling Bee1:00 Sing Along2:45 Scenic Drive2:45 Sing Along3:30 Drum Circle5:00 Resident Pajama Party with ChristmasCocktails (AL/LR)5:30 Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie - Holiday Flick

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show9:45 Live 2 B Healthy10:30 Prayer Service With Sister Rosalia12:45 Variety Hour1:30 Discussion: Christmas Dinner2:30 Reading Session

3:30 Brain fitness4:30 Candle Light Dinner5:30 Fluff And Fold6:00 Holiday Movie6:15 Residents Christmas Party (AL/LR)

Sunday, December 24, 20179:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Streches10:30 Reading Session12:30 Christmas Sing Along1:30 Twas the Night Before Christmas (AL/LR)1:15 A Christmas Story Matinee Social with SpicedApple Cider2:30 Entertainment with Ed Davin3:30 Drum Circle5:30 Fluff And Fold6:00 Evening Movie

Thursday, October 30, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show9:45 Live 2 B Healthy10:30 Prayer Service With Sister Rosalia12:45 Variety HourNutrition Class - Discuss Fruits and Veggies2:30 Brain Fitness3:00 Back to School Social With Fruits and Veggies

3:30 Time Slip5:30 Bingo

Thursday, December 21, 2017 Carlton Senior Living Beauty Salon

Don’t forget to take advantage of all of theirfabulous services

Call the front desk and ask for the Beauty Salonto book your appointment

Open on WEDNESDAYS. THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS

Pajama Daywear yourPajamas!

Wear Red andGreen Day

Christmas Eve

CARLTON RECIPE BOOKDoes your loved one have afavorite family recipe that youwould like to be featured in ourCarlton recipe book?

Please Submit to Kushir or Eliana

Monday, December 25 , 2017

Tuesday, December 26 , 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Walking Club12:30 Humor Hour1:30 Baking class2:00 Music Trivia2:30 Sing Along3:30 Poetry Reading5:30 Fluff and Fold6:00 Entertainment with Alligator (AL/LR)6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Reading Session with Eliana11:30 Christmas Day Family Brunch12:30 Christmas Sing Along1:00 Christmas Pine Cone Ornament Craft2:00 Egg Nog social with Holiday Music2:30 Brain Fitness3:00 Sing Fit5:30 Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie

Wednesday, December 27, 20179:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Advice Hour10:30 Chair Aerobics With Carmen12:30 Spelling Bee1:00 Bingo2:45 Scenic Drive3:30 Drum Circle5:30 Fluff and Fold6:15 Entertainment with Ed Gavin (AL/LR)6:00 Evening Movie

Thursday , December 28, 2017

9:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretch10:30 Nail Painting/ Tactile Sensory12:30 Ball Toss Brain Trivia1:30 Math Trivia1:30 Entertainment by Lyndal Bronwyn (AL LR)2:00 Hot Coco social with Staff2:30 Sing Fit3:30 Brain Fitness5:30 Tactile Sensory Activity6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show10:00 Morning Stretches10:30 Reading Session12:45 Spelling Bee1:30 New Year New You Social (AL/LR)1:30 New Year Afternoon Social2:30 Art Circle3:15 Sing Along5:30 Fluff and Fold and Puzzling6:00 Evening Movie

9:00 Morning News10:00 Morning Stretches10:30 Reading Session12:30 Spelling Bee1:00 Sing Fit2:00 Hot Mocha Afternoon Social with Staff2:30 Bingo3:30 Advice Hour5:30 Fluff and Fold

6:00 Evening Movie

Friday, December 29, 2017

Saturday, December 30, 2017

Sunday, December 31, 2017

Merry Christmas

9:00 Kelly and Ryan Show9:45 Live 2 B Healthy10:30 Prayer Service With Sister Rosalia12:45 Variety Hour1:00 Reading Session with Eliana1:30 New Year’s Award Gala and End f the YearParty2:00 Sing Fit3:00 Video clips of Holidays around the World5:30 Fluff and Fold6:00 Evening Movie Wear Black And

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The holidays are a time to enjoy family, friends and good food. However, it can bea difficult time for those of us trying to make healthy choices. Live 2 B Healthy®not only encourages participants to remain active in exercise, but also seeks toimprove their overall wellness. Here, we will share with you some steps to help youenjoy the holidays and feel better about your health during this season.

Healthy Holiday Eating Tips:

● Use smaller plates to help limit portions.● Enjoy high calorie favorites in small portions.● Skip high calorie beverages. Opt for water.● Take smaller bites and savor your meal.● Fill your plate with lots of vegetables and

fruits. These are filling and provide a lot ofgood nutrients.

● Wait a few minutes between servings to allow your brain to tell your body youare full.

● Don’t arrive at mealtime completely famished. Eating a snack within a couple ofhours before the big meal will help prevent overeating.

● Don’t skip meals as a way to save up for the holiday meals. It is best if you eatregular meals during the holidays.

● Learn to say “no.” Don’t feel that you have to eat every time food is offered.● Move! Exercise is an important way to help you stay healthy. It helps control

appetite and handle the stress of the holidays. It will also help burn some of theextra calories you may have consumed.

● Get plenty of rest. When your body gets tired it leads you to make less healthyfood choices and might cause you to want to skip exercise.

● Planning ahead will help you to eat healthier and exercise during the holidays.

The holidays are probably not a good time to try to lose weight. Instead try to makehealthier food choices, stay active and exercise to prevent weight gain and improveyour overall health.

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