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November, 2016

IN THIS ISSUE Rehab Graduation

Movie of the Month

Sleep Tips

Let’s Get Trivial

November Birthdays

Upcoming Events

Nashville Standard

Diabetes

November’s Supermoon

Special Days:

Diabetes Month

Sleep Comfort Month

Apple Cider Day November 18

Thanksgiving Day November 24

World Day of Giving November 26

From the Administrator’s Desk…

Rehab Graduation On October 25, 2016 we here at Dulles did our first rehab graduation. What is

that you ask? We wanted a way to celebrate the work and accomplishments that

our patients had. So we scheduled a graduation in which patients received a

certificate and a t-shirt that has our logo and states graduate. These patients get

an invite to the rehab gym and get their recognition. We celebrate with cupcakes

and their families are invited to celebrate with them.

Our goal is to be able to have a rehab reunion once a quarter to invite those

graduates back to celebrate their continued success. This was really a way to

honor them. Please feel free to stop by and participate in one of our graduation

ceremonies. They are held every Tuesday at 1:30pm, in the rehab gym. Hope to

see you there!

Rehab Grads Week 1 Rehab Grads Week 2

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Tips for National Sleep Comfort Month Invest in new items One of the major causes of not sleeping well is having uncomfortable pillows, sheets,

and comforters; the quality and condition of the mattress is especially important.

Get blackout curtains or an eye mask When you have too much light coming in your room and it's

disrupting your sleep, try blackout curtains. Another option is using a sleep mask if you're worried that blackout curtains will block out so much light you'll have a problem waking up on time in the morning.

Take a nap: Some feel guilty about taking a nap during the day, but for National Sleep Comfort Month, go

for it if you feel the urge. However, forgo the naps if you start having problems falling asleep at night.

Start a sleep journal Almost everyone has certain triggers that cause them not to sleep well at night. It

could be watching scary movies before bed, eating certain foods, or looking at a computer screen. Each day write down what you did in the few hours before bed, how you slept that night and how you felt the next morning and throughout the day. You'll learn the triggers to avoid that are causing you not to have a restful night's sleep.

Get earplugs Invest in a good pair of earplugs; they can be a lifesaver when you're trying to sleep through a

ton of noise.

Reduce allergens in your bedroom Pet dander, dust, mold, pollen and a variety of other things in your

bedroom can irritate your allergies, and in turn, make it difficult to have a good night's sleep

The changes are simple enough that they can be done fairly easily, but they can create big improvements in the long-term. National Sleep Comfort Month can be a changing point for you to make some adjustments and drastically improve your quality of sleep.

By: L.R. from WeekendNotes.com

Movie of the Month: Star Trek Beyond

Captain Kirk and the crew of the Enterprise encounter an alien warrior race when marooned on a distant planet after the destruction of their spaceship in this thrilling sequel directed by Fast & Furious director Justin Lin. Rating: PG-13 (for sequences of sci-fi action and violence) Genre: Action & Adventure, Drama, Science Fiction & Fantasy Starring: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Anton Yelchin, John Cho, Simon Pegg, Karl Urban

Let’s Get Trivial Here’s Looking at You

By Activity Connection

One of the most famous movies of all time, Casablanca premiered in New York City on November 26, 1942. The World War II drama boasted many Hollywood stars, including Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. It was

nominated for eight Academy awards and won three, including Best Picture. But Casablanca was more than an award-winning movie. In November of

1942, Allied forces staged “Operation Torch,” an invasion of Northern Africa that captured Casablanca, the very same setting as the film. Many consider

Casablanca a propaganda film, with Bogart’s character Rick symbolizing American freedom, liberty, and equality.

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Star of the Month’s Name Star of the Month’s Name

Veteran’s Day Ceremony Friday, November 11th Football Fun Day Sunday, November 13th Shopping Outing: Wal-Mart Tuesday, November 15th Movie of the Month: Star Trek Beyond Friday, November 18th Birthday Ice Cream Social Sunday, November 20th Cooking Demonstration with William Monday, November 21st Holiday Shopping Bazaar Wednesday, November 30th

Thanksgiving Lunch 12 Noon * all dining rooms

If you would like your loved ones to join you they can purchase a meal at the Front Desk.

November Birthdays By: Activity Connection

Those born between November 1 and 21 are Scorpios. Scorpios are passionate and assertive leaders who value honesty and fairness above all. Betray a Scorpio and suffer the scorpion sting, but befriend a Scorpio, and you will have a friend for life. Those born between November 22 and 30 are Archers of Sagittarius. Archers are both confident and lucky and so often find success. Their infectious enthusiasm attracts friends to help them achieve their ambitious and lofty goals. Marie Antoinette (queen) – Nov. 2, 1755 Art Carney (actor) – Nov. 4, 1918 John Philip Sousa (conductor) – Nov. 6, 1854 Carl Sagan (astronomer) – Nov. 9, 1934 Jonathan Winters (actor) – Nov. 11, 1925 Petula Clark (singer) – Nov. 15, 1932 Mickey Mouse (cartoon) – Nov. 18, 1928 Boris Karloff (actor) – Nov. 23, 1887 Tina Turner (singer) – Nov. 26, 1939 Jimi Hendrix (musician) – Nov. 27, 1942 Mandy Patinkin (actor) – Nov. 30, 1952

Resident Birthdays in November:

Kate Whitehead November 1st

Steven Lay November 2nd

Dexter Pittington November 5th

Maxine Portch November 7th

Carrye Maxwell November 15th

Eric Hanssen November 15th

Mcdonald Robinson November 17th

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Nashville Standard is Nashville singer/songwriter Adam Melia, a solo acoustic

guitar/harmonica/vocalist exploring the roots of American music, spotlighting the timeless sounds of 1950s &

1960s country, blues and rock-n-roll. The Standard’s repertoire includes the music of Johnny Cash, Elvis

Presley, Roy Orbison, Hank Williams, Chuck Berry, Patsy Cline, Waylon Jennings, Howlin' Wolf, Marty Robbins, Buddy Holly, and more.

Adam will be performing December 14th at our center! If you would like to check out his music stop by!

Did you know that 1 in 11 American has diabetes today?

Nov. 1 marks the beginning of American Diabetes Month®, the American Diabetes Association’s annual awareness campaign. This year’s theme, This Is DiabetesTM, will show what diabetes is really like, from the perspective of people who live with it each day.

Food Tips from the American Diabetes Association: Snacks

Planning meals is important for managing diabetes, but what about snacks?

When it comes to snacking, people often think of foods that are high in sugar or added fats but

you have lots of other options.

Snacks can help curb hunger while adding a nutritious energy boost to your day. But that means

choosing foods wisely.

It’s a great opportunity to fit in another serving of whole grains, fruits or vegetables! These foods

are healthier than salty snacks and sweets. They will also fill you up and give you the energy you

need.

Regardless of how many snacks your meal plan includes, portion sizes are the key to controlling

your blood glucose and avoiding weight gain. So, resist those trips to the vending machine – plan

ahead and pack a healthy snack!

See more at: http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/food-tips/snacks.html?loc=ff-slabnav#sthash.SziWkmI3.dpuf

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November's Supermoon

By Elizabeth Howell, Space.com Contributor

November's supermoon — the name given to a full moon that occurs when the satellite is at its closest point to Earth during the lunar orbit — will be the biggest supermoon in about 70 years.

Algonquin Native American tribes as well as American colonists called the November full moon the Beaver Moon because "this was the time to set beaver traps before the swamps froze, to ensure a supply of warm winter furs," according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.

An alternative name for November's full moon is the Frost Moon, which was also coined by Native Americans, according to the Almanac.

November's supermoon will be the largest since 1948, and the full moon will not come this close to Earth again until Nov. 25, 2034, according to NASA. This month is the second in a series of three consecutive supermoons happening late in 2016, with the first taking place in October, and the last in December.

Full moons occur when the moon is on the side of the Earth opposite to the sun, and the three celestial bodies all line up. (Sometimes they perfectly line up, causing a lunar eclipse.) The moon's orbit around the Earth is not a perfect circle, so during each orbit, the moon reaches a minimum distance from the planet (this point is called perigee) and a maximum distance (apogee). When the moon is full, and is also at perigee, it's called a supermoon. The supermoon can look 14 percent larger than it does during apogee, and up to 30 percent brighter, NASA officials have said.

The Slooh Community Observatory is hosting a live broadcast of the November supermoon, starting Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. EST (1200 a.m. GMT Nov. 14). You can watch the live stream here on Space.com, courtesy of Slooh.

Administration

Administrator, Leslie Ruffner

Assistant Administrator, Katelyn Maerki

Senior Human Resources Generalist, Theodora Antwi

Admissions

Director of Admissions, Caitlin Khosla

Assistant Director of Admissions, Lyndsey Caldwell

Business Office

Business Office Manager, Keisha Cummings

Dining Services

Dietitian, Diane LaHaie

Director of Dietary Services, William Collins

Dietary Supervisor, Russell Adams and Doris Artis

Facilities

Director of Maintenance, Zach Sims

Maintenance Assistant, Roberto Bueso-Rosales

Director of Environmental Services, Cilenia Whitted

Nursing

Director of Nursing, Susan Hadeka

Assistant Director of Nursing, Barbara Ahiable

Skilled Unit Manager, Clifton Douyon

Long-term Care Unit Manager, Jackie Bruce-Tagoe

Medical Services

Medical Director, Dr. Rana

Physician, Dr. Patel and Dr. Behiri

Recreation Therapy & Volunteers

Director of Recreational Therapy, Christina Cole

Assistant Director of Recreational Therapy, Morgan Hartley

Recreation Therapy Assistant, Shantel Jones

Rehabilitation

Director of Rehab, Kala Kandasamy

MDS Coordinators, Wendy Smith, Titi Opoku, Jin Lee

Transition Care Coordinator, Melissa Simpson

Social Services

Director of Social Services, Thu Vu

Assistant Director of Social Services, Melanie Shumate