Lakeland Health Care Center

1922 County Road NN

Elkhorn, WI 53121

Upcoming Events

BOOKS ARE FUN BOOK-

FAIR

November 1st & 2nd

A fundraiser luncheon will be

held on Thursday, during the

Bookfair.

FASHION SHOW

NOVEMBER 6TH

Goodwill Industries will

present a spectacular fash-

ion show on FASHION

THROUGH THE DEC-

ADES at 2:00 p.m. This is a

fascinating and fun event to

look at the clothes and styles

we have worn from our

younger years to current.

CRAFT FAIR

NOVEMBER 16TH

This annual event has excellent

gift buying potential. From

hand-made mittens, hats,

aprons, and dish towels to

baked goods, potted plants,

jewelry, Tupperware and

Tastefully Simple products and

much, more… Don’t forget the

drawing for the Kindle Fire at

3pm—tickets are still available!

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

December 9th

Come have breakfast with Jolly

Old St. Nick!

Adults $6.00

Children $4.00

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Heart of the Home Lakeland Health Care Center

Our Mission

Our Mission is to provide superior care which enhances quality of life and supports the independence of

all of our residents. We are dedicated to the citizens of Walworth County, offering a comfortable home-

like environment in a financially responsible manner. With the support of dedicated staff and volun-

teers, our knowledgeable team assists each resident to attain the highest practical physical, mental and

psychosocial well being through a variety of specialized programs.

October/November 2012

Staff Administrator

Bernadette Janiszewski

Director of Nursing

Wendy Kujawa

Admissions Coordinator

Elena Rosenthal

Business Office

Supervisor

Sharon Annen

Therapeutic Recreation

Coordinator

Lynette Kasper

Clinical Dietician/Quality

Operations Manager

Barbara Kropacek

Nurse Managers

Anne Simpson (Memory)

Robin Licht (Medical)

Social Workers

Molly Maguire-Reek

Dawn Hudson

Board of Trustees Jerry Grant– Chair

Tim Schiefelbein– Vice Chair

Ken Monroe

Joe Schaefer

Tim Brellenthin

Administrators Corner

By: Bernie Janiszewski

I Know, It’s Too Early To Talk About The Holidays

I readily admit that I am annoyed when I see Christmas

decorations in October. I don’t see a need to send an

e-mail to friends reminding them that Christmas is only

57 days away. On the other hand, as I address my

Christmas cards late at night on December 20th,

I always vow to start earlier the following year. Whether you are an early bird or a

night owl, it’s important to remind you that we have many life safety regulations that

we must follow.

As a skilled nursing facility, we must abide by all federal and state regulations. As you

and your family prepare to decorate your room, please remember that live ever-

greens and ferns are not permitted. We are not allowed to use door hangers for deco-

rations and only one strand of lights is allowed on a tree. In other words, regulations

do not allow daisy chaining Christmas lights. The use of one electrical extension cord

and power strip plug is acceptable during the ninety day period surrounding Christ-

mas day. Although all of these rules seem cumbersome, over the years I’ve come to

appreciate the need to follow strict fire guidelines in order to keep residents, guests

and employees safe. I’ve seen beautifully decorated rooms, even when family and

friends stay within the strict guidelines. Please feel free to contact me if you have

questions regarding what is and what is not permissible in the long term care environ-

ment.

Memory Care Update By: Anne Simpson RN, BSN

Memory Care Manager

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease held in Lake Geneva Sep-

tember 15, 2012…

What a success!!! If you have not participated in this

event, you are missing a great experience. This year we

really made it special here at LHCC. With the help of vi-

brant and active people working together, we were able

to boost facility participation and donations to this worthy

cause. LHCC had a dozen walkers this year, all wearing a

NEW T-Shirt. We designed and made T-Shirts for those

that walked. Residents and Staff on Aster West were in-

volved in this enthusiastic event. We made 25 tie-dye t-

shirts on Wednesday, September 12, just before the sup-

per meal. If you were visiting—you know we had a great

time! It is always a great time when our residents and

staff can participate in activities together.

We are looking to the future…with resident centered care

and care direction changes designed specifically for those

with dementia. We have already implemented aroma-

therapy, used sound machines or “white noise” for a com-

forting, restful experience, and we continue to make envi-

ronmental changes to provide a safe, friendly, and com-

fortable environment for our residents. As the number of

those affected by Alzheimer’s and other types of demen-

tia increases…so do our hopes and ideas. Our staff have

always been creative and focused on thinking “outside

the box”. We have used items from our own homes to

provide things residents are familiar with from their work

and life history. For example, cable, locks, nuts and bolts

for a man who enjoyed tinkering, a briefcase for a man

who carried one every day during his working years, a doll

for the woman who raised 8 children, and the list goes on

and on. We have a CD player with soothing music or

sounds of nature playing in the entrance to the Memory

Care households for everyone’s enjoyment.

Opportunities and experiences open up daily…we are

looking at many. Hopes for the future include continued

growth in the area of social interactions with the commu-

nity and individual touch therapy. We hope you will join

us in these adventures as we strive to enhance programs

to care for our residents.

Alzheimer’s Walk By: Elena Rosenthal,

Admissions Coordinator

September 15 was a beautiful day to spend walking

around Lake Geneva with friends, family and co-

workers; but what made it more special were all

the people walking among us, people remember-

ing and honoring loved ones diagnosed with Alzhei-

mer’s and other dementias, and people committed

to making a difference.

Lakeland Health Care Center has participated in

the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzhei-

mer’s for the past several years, but this year we

stood out! More than a dozen people signed up to

be part of Lakeland Health Care Center’s team,

each person wearing a custom created team shirt

tie-dyed with the assistance of the Aster West resi-

dents. But our unity and dedication didn’t stop

there!

Our team and supporters surpassed expectations

by raising a whopping $2,225 to help end

Alzheimer’s!!

We are so proud of everyone that participated, do-

nated, and expressed interest in this important

event! Together, we will make a difference!

Way to go team LHCC!!!

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Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsor Bronze Sponsors

Season’s Hospice Jequitta Molot

Rehab Care Therapy ( Kindred Health Care)

Band Box Cleaners and Laundry

J. Patrick Smith DDS Elkhorn Chemical Precision Plus Inc. Seymour Kremer Koch & Lochowicz

Stinebrinks Lake Geneva Foods

Ed and Christine Scaro Lakeshore Res-

piratory Tasch Motors

Thank you to the following business and establishments for donations for the silent auction

and/or raffle:

Annie’s Burgertown, Bodi’s Bake Shop, Brewers Baseball, Casey’s General Store, Charley O’s,

Clear Water Outdoors, Corners Inn Bar and Grill, Flemmings Irish Imports , Green Bay Pack-

ers Organization, Hafs Road Orchard, John Patrick Smith DDS, Kunes Country Ford, Larducci’s

Pizza, Lauderdale Lakes Country Club, Millie’s Restaurant, Milwaukee Admirals, Milwaukee

Bucks, Milwaukee Public Museum, Moy's Restaurant, Nelson’s Corners Inn, New Horizon’s

Sports Café, Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva, Panera Bread, Popeye’s Restaurant, Reeds Furni-

ture, Vicki Gorden, Shedd Aquarium, Sperino’s , Starbucks, Twin Lakes Country Club, Two

Seasons Bowl, Ken Yurk, Rick Yurk.

Thank you also, Alan and Pat Smith and Karsten Heating and Cooling.

Help us continue to thank these generous community members by supporting them with

your business

Lakeland Health Care Center would like to extend our thanks

and appreciation for everyone who played a part in the success

of this year’s annual golf outing. Staff, family and volunteers,

golfers, dinner eaters we greatly appreciate your support.

A great time was had by all who attended. Contributions and

donations will help LHCC continue to provide specialty equip-

ment that helps improve the lives of our residents.

#1 Snack Time Mimi Hartigan

#2 Thirsty? Debbie Bromeland

#3 A Good Book Nancy Bowie

#4 Hidden Treasures Mrs. Leon Koldeway

#5 Ann & Andy + Friends Debbie Zaccardi

#6 Different Strokes Vickie Nielsen

#7 Badgers Baby Andrea Fruth

#8 Teddy Bear Sid Hess Jr.

#9 Feeling Fine With Wine Bill Mangold

#10 Italian Dinner for Two Don De Baere

#11 Relax Charlie Vogel

#12 It’s Grilling Time Connie Poggensee

#13 Coffee & Chocolate Sid Hess Sr.

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LHCC Employees Cannot Accept

Monetary Gifts

I appreciate how much you value our staff mem-

bers. It is through their dedication and hard

work that many good things happen in our facili-

ty. It is our policy, however, that employees

cannot accept monetary gifts from residents and

family members. There are other ways to thank

individual employees or the team that works in

one neighborhood. During this holiday season, if

you wish to recognize an employee, please con-

sider a gift to the residents in honor of the em-

ployee. As an example, Panera Bread or Culver

gift certificates can be used as bingo prizes. Ar-

ranging a musical entertainer to perform for the

residents can be enjoyed by one neighborhood

or house wide by all of our residents. Our thera-

peutic recreation staff members are able to as-

sist you with all sorts of ideas. I appreciate when

you share good things about an employee. It is

my opportunity to personally thank our staff for

going above and beyond.

Bernie Janiszewski

Nursing Home Administrator

Volunteers needed!

Lakeland Health Care Center is looking for

volunteers to help decorate for the holidays.

Please contact Lena Rosenthal at 262-741-

3684 if you are able to help. Because we

must have proof of fire retardant materials

we ask that, if you wish to donate towards

holiday decorations, that you donate money

or new decorations that are still in the pack-

age.

The Flu...Don’t Catch the Bug

By: Judy Boyd, MDS Coordinator It’s that time of year again to think about, and act

when it comes to preventing yourself and your loved

ones from getting “The Flu Bug”.

Flu Facts:

“The Flu” is a virus

It is spread from person to person by coughing

and sneezing.

Flu viruses can enter a person’s system through

the eyes, nose, or mouth.

The flu can be spread by someone whose symp-

toms are not yet apparent.

Influenza viruses change over time, usually by

mutation. This is why long term immunity is not

possible due to the ever-changing “bug”.

Typical signs and symptoms include: fever, respir-

atory symptoms such as cough, sore throat, run-

ny or stuffy nose, headache, muscle aches, and

often times extreme fatigue.

The term “stomach flu” is really a wrong term.

Gastrointestinal symptoms are not typical of

Flu”, but are actually caused by other micro-

organisms.

Residents and staff working in health care facili-

ties are among the high risk groups.

Vaccination of our residents and staff occurred in

late September, with our goal, to be greater than

90% of all to be vaccinated.

We encourage all family members to obtain their

vaccines for this year through your physician, or at

one of the many community flu clinics.

Remember: If you or a family member is not feeling

well, please do not visit. Call your loved ones instead

until you have fully recovered.

And as always, wash your hands, wash your hands,

and wash your hands again.

By: Barb Kropacek, Quality Operations Manager

Our residents depend upon us for their health and safety. In some disasters, outside help may not be able to assist our

facility right away so we must be prepared to care for our residents without help. One way to find out if our disaster

plans and procedures are going to work is to practice them….and practice them we did! On Tuesday September 18,

2012, we planned a mock disaster drill based on a make believe tornado. I am proud to say that our drill did not end up

being our first real disaster! To many, the confusion may have seemed like an assault on the senses, but testing our

plan this way really helped to identify and correct any weaknesses before a real emergency occurs. Thanks to the staff

and residents for being so supportive on that day. And a special thanks to Colleen Lesniak, Volunteer Organizer for

Walworth County, for organizing volunteer students from Kathy Sime’s Alternative High School program.

Mock Disaster Drill

Brian Kyle, CMA, assisted resi-

dents, Alyda Verhoeff (left) and

Donna Smith (right) with enjoy-

ing a favorite pastime of a sum-

mer afternoon. Residents and

staff couldn’t remember the last

time they spent an afternoon kite

flying. Thanks Brian!

Bernie presents Mary Neufeldt, Marie

Pluck and Jim Rasmussen with a certifi-

cate of thanks for volunteering as victims.

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The very special gift of your time – your visit

Gift certificates to the

beauty shop

Gift certificates to the

gift shop

eBook reader

Crossword puzzle books

CD player

Music CDs

Magnifiers

Books

Cards and stationery

Reading lights

Picture frames

Family photo album

Radio

Clock

GIFT IDEAS FOR YOUR RESIDENT