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Special Points Of Interest In July
Volume 9 Issue 7 July 1, 2013
Inside this issue:
The Greek-American
Times
220 N. First Street
Wheeling, IL 60090
847-459-8700 w
ww
.greekamericancare.org
Special Points of Interest/Birthdays Activity Happenings
Therapy Corner Become A Volunteer
A Note From Social Services Please Join Us-Informational Seminars
A Note from our Dietitan A Note From Environmental Services
Moments To Remember Life Enrichment Calendar
Mary G. July 18 Helen S. July 20 George I. July 20 John B. July 23 Anna H. July 23 Dimitrios K. July 24 Charles S. July 24 Tessie P. July 28 Ann S. July 28 Shirley E. July 29
7/1 Jewish Discussion Group 7/2 Ice Cream Social 7/3 Bible Study w/ Fr. Treantafeles 7/3 Dollar Tree Outing 7/4 HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY 7/4 4th of July Party 7/6 Orthodox Service 7/6 Catholic Service w/ Fr. McAllister 7/9 National Sugar Cookie Day 7/9 Sugar Cookie Decorating 7/10 Bible Study w/ Fr. Treantafeles 7/10 Outing to the Movies– The Heat 7/11 Orthodox Service 7/11 Greek Coffee w/ Friends 7/12 Advanced Crafting 7/12 Crafting 101 7/15 Body For Life 7/16 Walk to McDonalds 7/16 Assumption Philoptochos Social Hour 7/17 Bible Study w/ Fr. Treantafeles 7/17 Outing To Indian Trails Library 7/18 Orthodox Service 7/18 Greek Coffee w/ St. Demetrios of Elmhurst 7/19 Life Enrichment Committee 7/20 St.Haralambos Picnic 7/20 Catholic Service 7/22 Demetri’s Restaurant 7/23 Walk to Walgreens 7/24 Bible Study 7/24 Chicago Downtown Sightseeing 7/25 Orthodox Service 7/25 Greek Coffee w/ Ladies of Ahladokampos 7/26 Birthday Party 7/27 Bingo Shopping Cart 7/29 Resident Council Meeting 7/29 Food Service Committee 7/30 National Cheesecake Day 7/30 Outing to Eli’s Cheesecake Factory 7/31 Bible Study 7/31 Outing to Lynfred Winery
Activity Happenings ... Therapy Corner...
1913 Waukegan Road Glenview, IL Phone: 847-486-1988 Hours: Mon-Sun 6am– 4pm Please support this wonderful establishment with great quality food.
660 Lake Cook Road Deerfield, IL Phone: 847-940-0777
A special thank you to Demetri’s Restaurant in Deerfield for hosting monthly lunch outings for our Residents.
Welcome to the June issue of the Greek American Times. In June we welcomed the sunshine and tried to enjoy some of the beautiful summer days out on our patio. Our Residents also enjoyed some fun outings which included, CiCi’s Restaurant for some delicious pizza, Demetri’s Restaurant in Deerfield and our monthly outing to the movies. We also celebrated our dads with some “Father’s Day Fun in the Sun.” We enjoyed some delicious treats and refreshments and live entertainment with our Elvis impersonator. Everyone who attended had a wonderful time. Our fun continued with some special visits from our monthly groups. We welcomed St.Haralambos, St.Demetrios of Elmhurst, the Ladies of Ahladokampos and St.Nicholas Philoptochos. All of our visitors came with delicious treats for each of the Residents and shared many laughs with us. We also celebrated our dedicated volunteers with a beautiful luncheon at Maggianos in Old Orchard. The hard work, dedication, support and your commitment to our home does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do and for helping make our home a better place. In July we look forward to less rain and more sunshine. We have many outings planned including, the Dollar Tree, the movies, and an outing to Indian Trails library. The fun doesn't end there we will also be heading downtown for some sightseeing, and plan on celebrating National Cheesecake day with a visit to Eli’s Cheesecake Factory in Chicago. For our Residents who want to explore their love of wine, we welcome you to join us on an outing to Lynfred Winery where we will learn to taste wine like the pros. -The Life Enrichment Department
Therapy Patient of the Month – June 2013
Congratulations to our June therapy patient of the month, Constantine Alen! Mr. Alen will be returning home to his apartment this week after a rigorous course of physical and occupational therapy. When he first came to Greek American, Mr. Alen was not allowed to put any weight onto his right leg. During his first week at Greek American, when he was confined to a wheelchair, Mr. Alen told his therapist that he was going to stay for therapy until he could walk out the door to go home. That determination to walk combined with his therapists’ dedication to providing intense, focused therapy paid off. When Mr. Alen returns home, he will be able to resume his regular activities. We are honored that Mr. Alen chose us for his rehabilitation. We wish him good health and safety for many years to come.
*If you have any questions or concerns please contact, Joellyn Schwarz, Physical Therapy Director at 847-459-8700 ext 1027 or via email at [email protected]
Summer Respite Rates...
Are you planning a vacation or need a break from caring for a loved one?
Please consider the Greek American Rehab & Care Centre’s Respite (short term stay) option. We are offering a special discounted rate for the months of June, July and August (based
on availability) as follows:
$215 Semi-private $235 Private
$235 Memory Care/Semi-private $255 Memory Care/Private
*For more information please contact Frances Stamatoukos, Admissions Director at 847-459-8700 ext 1013 or via email at
Become A Volunteer...
Have you ever wondered to yourself how you can make a positive impact on another
person’s life? Well, becoming a volunteer can be a very rewarding experience.
Here at the Greek American, we are always looking for friendly, outgoing, compassionate individuals to lend a helping hand. There are
many ways you can help out such as, working with our Residents, helping provide
clerical assistance or even volunteering in the gift shop.
*To begin your volunteering experience today or to obtain further information on how to become a volunteer please contact, Bia Karlos Life Enrich-ment Director and Volunteer Coordinator at 847-
459-8700 ext 1044 or by email at [email protected]
Please Join Us…
May’s Rising Star …
We would like to congratulate Maria Torres – Laundry Aide from our
Housekeeping Department who was named rising star of the month for May.
Thank you for all you do and keep
up the great work!!!
Life Enrichment & Memory Care Department
Wish List… Assorted DVD’s (NO VHS please) Assorted CD’s Board games Fashion Jewelry Shawls CD players Portable DVD player Handheld vibrating
massagers Karaoke Machine Unopened Cosmetics Toaster oven Waffle maker
*Please drop off any donations
at the reception area.
Monthly: Senior Center 2013 Programs in Conjunction with the GARCC
from 12:15pm to 1:00pm
Friday, July 12, 2013 CHF Heart Failure and Symptoms, Presented by Dr. Dean Katsamakis
Wednesday, August 14, 2013 The Difference Between Hospice & Palliative Care, Presented by Midwest Hospice
Friday, September 27, 2013 Advance Directives, What they are and how to prepare them, Presented by Rainbow Hospice
Monthly: GARCC 2013 Wellness Programs every third Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:00
Wednesday, July 17, 2013 Challenging Behaviors and Creative Responses,
Presented by Rainbow Hospice
*If you have any questions or concerns please contact, Lauren Galuszka, Marketing
Director at 847-459-8700 ext 1055 or via email at [email protected]
A Note From Social Services… Residents’ Rights #2: Participate in your own care Your facility must develop a written care plan that states all the services it provides. Your facility must make reasonable arrangements to meet your needs and choices. You have the right to choose your own doctor. You have the right to all information about your medical condition and treatment in a language that you understand. You also have the right to see your medical records within 24 hours of your request. You have the right to make a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, Living will, Declaration for Mental Health or Do Not Resuscitate Order.
*If you have any questions or concerns please contact, Andriana McDowell, Social Services Director at 847-459-8700 ext 1034 or
via email at [email protected]
A Note From Our Dietitian... A Note From Environmental Services... Dear Family and Friends, The Greek American Rehabilitation and Care Centre was founded on the basis of providing “Quality Care With Genuine Hospitability” and is honored and privileged to care for your love one. Currently over 90% of our residents rely on the facility to launder the clothing therefore it is crucial that all clothing is given to the receptionist for labeling immediately upon being brought to the facility and prior to giving it to the resident. All clothing must be labeled by the facility, regardless if the clothing is being laundered by the family or facility. Please do not leave items to be labeled at the nursing station or in the resident room. Once the clothing has been labeled the laundry staff will deliver it to the resident room. If the family wishes to do the laundry please provide a hamper to put the soiled clothing in and also inform social services in order to have a “family will do laundry” sign placed. Also, we would like to remind you that residents rooms are furnished with a limited amount of space for storage of clothing so we ask that the family rotates clothing that is appropriate based on the season. In addition, food brought into the facility for a resident must conform to the residents prescribed diet and must be stored in a secure container (ex: Tupper wear). The container of food must be labeled and dated with the residents name and date that the food was prepared and/or opened. If you choose to bring food into the facility, please make an extra effort to inspect your loved ones drawers and food contents to ensure that the food continues to be safe for consumption and properly stored. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to call me at (847) 459-8700 ext: 1025 or send an email to [email protected] Thank you very much for your support and cooperation. Sincerely, Amira Ibrahimovic Director of Housekeeping
* f you have any questions or concerns please contact Amira Ibrahimovic, Enviromental Services Director at
847-459-8700 ext 1025 or via email at [email protected]
* If you have any food service related questions or concerns please contact, Jessica Bartel, Food Services Director at 847-459-8700 ext1024 or via
email at [email protected]
Tips for controlling food intake during summer BBQs, and the upcoming Holiday Weekend.
4th of July Weekend is right around the corner, it can be tempting to feel that holiday cheer, and forego you healthy eating regimen entirely. The typical BBQ meal consisting, of chips with guacamole, lemonade (12 ounces), a cheeseburger on white bun, creamy potato salad, 1 cup watermelon and a regular beer contains an average of 1,100 calories.
There are a few things you can do to still have a good time, but not get off track.
1) July 4th is traditionally grilled food which is one of the healthier cooking methods. Choose choices such as boneless skinless chicken breast, chicken sausage, and turkey burgers. Beef burgers are even an okay choice as long as the meat is extra lean. Tip for beef burger is to have it cooked well so most of the fat and grease cook off.
2) Skip calorie dense, snacks and drinks. It is easy to over consume on chips, pop and beer, especially when sitting outside with friends and family. Make sure to hydrate well before attending a party, and keep water handy. Being dehydrated can be
confused for hunger. Also bring options like a fresh veggie tray, salsa, and fruit kabobs. This way you can still have fun socializing and snacking. 3) Bring whole wheat choices. Buy whole wheat hamburger buns, tortilla chips and
other healthy choices. So that you can get the most nutritious option. 4) Get moving. After your meal play volley ball, bags or badminton to avoid mindless
eating. Stay consistent with your workout during the weeks leading up to the BBQ. Everyone will be seeing how good you look since you've been working out, so be an example to them. Talk up your work outs and healthy eating regimen. You really don't want to alienate the entire family or friends by saying the food isn't good enough for you, take the opportunity to educate and have fun at the same time. Some of the people your around will have a need for what you know and in the back of their mind they just might be wanting to talk to you about it. Most of all, Have fun doing it.
Moments to Remember...
All activities are subject to change. All changes will be posted on the large Life Enrichment Calendar on each floor.
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
JULY FUN FACTS
Birthstone: Ruby
Flower: Larkspur
1 10:00 Light & Lively-2FL 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 2:00 Jewish Group-3FLTR 2:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen/Ladies Tea-3FL Dinner Time Hang-Man
2 10:00 Morning Fitness- 2FL&3FL 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 10:30 Trivia– 2FL &3FL 1:30 Walking Club* 2:15 Ice Cream Social-2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Time Music Therapy
3 10:00 Bible Study– CH 10:15 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT &3FLT 1:00 Dollar Tree Outing 1:15 Patio Time-P 2:15 Jewelry Making-3FL 3:15 Bingo– 3FL Dinner Time Fun Facts
4 10:00 Energizing Exercise 10:30 Red, White & Blue Trivia– 2FL &3FL 1:15 Patio Time-P 2:15 Fourth of July Party-2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Time Poetry
5 10:00 Fitness w/ Music-2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop-2FL &3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 1:15 Patio Time-P 2:15 Crafts-3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL Dinner Time Silly Sentences
6 10:00 Orthodox Service-CH 10:00 Movie Classics-2FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 1:15 Patio Time-P 2:00 Bella’s Boutique 2FL&3FL 2:00 Catholic Service-2FLTR 2:30 Bingo-2FL& 3FL
7 10:00 Morning Stretch-2FL & 3FL 10:15 Bingo-2FL & 3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Afternoon at the Movies– 2FLT 2:00 Greek Movie –3FLT 2:15 Patio Time-P
8 10:00 Light & Lively-2FL 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 2:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen/Ladies Tea-3FL Dinner Time Hang-Man
9 National Sugar Cookie Day! 10:00 Morning Fitness– 2FL &3FL 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 1:30 Walking Club* 2:15 Sugar Cookie Decorating-2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Time Music Therapy
10 10:00 Bible Study– CH 10:15 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT& 3FLT 1:00 Out to the Movies 2:00 Bean Bag Toss-2FL 2:30 Jumbo Ring Toss-2FL 3:15 Bingo– 2FL Dinner Time Fun Facts
11 10:00 Orthodox Service– CH 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 Greek Coffee w/ Friends-2FL 6:30 Wheel of Fortune- 1FL 7:00 Card Games– 1FL Dinner Time Poetry
12 10:00 Fitness w/ Music-2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop-2FL&3FL 1:15 Patio Time-P 2:15 Advanced Crafting-2FL 2:15 Crafting 101-3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL Dinner Time Silly Sentences
13 10:00 Movie Classics-2FL&3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 1:15 Patio Time-P 1:30 Card Games-2FL 1:45 Table Dice Games-3FL 2:30 Bingo-2FL& 3FL
14 10:00 Morning Stretch-2FL & 3FL 10:15 Bingo-2FL & 3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Afternoon at the Movies– 2FLT 2:00 Greek Movie –3FLT 2:15 Patio Time-P
15 10:00 Body For Life-2FL 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 2:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen/Ladies Tea-3FL Dinner Time Hang-Man
16 8:00 Walk to McDonalds 10:00 Morning Fitness- 2FL&3FL 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 10:30 Trivia– 2FL &3FL 2:00 Assumption Philoptochos Social Hour -2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Time Music Therapy
17 10:00 Bible Study– CH 10:15 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT& 3FLT 1:00 Outing to Indian Trails for the “Popular Singers Tour” 1:15 Patio Time-P 2:15 Creative Coloring-3FL 3:15 Bingo– 3FL Dinner Time Fun Facts
18 10:00 Orthodox Service– CH 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 Greek Coffee w/ St. Demetrios of Elmhurst -2FL 6:30 Wheel of Fortune- 1FL 7:00 Card Games– 1FL Dinner Time Poetry
19 10:00 Fitness w/ Music -2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop– 2FL &3FL 1:15 Patio Time-P 1:30 Life Enrichment Committee –2FLTR 2:15 Crafts-3FL 3:15 Bingo-3FL Dinner Time Silly Sentences
20 10:00 Movie Classics-2FL&3FL 1:00 St. Haralambos Picnic 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 1:15 Patio Time-P 2:00 Catholic Service-2FLTR 2:00 Penny Ante-2FL&3FL 2:30 Bingo– 2FL&3FL
21 10:00 Morning Stretch– 2FL & 3FL 10:15 Bingo-2FL & 3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Afternoon at the Movies– 2FLT 2:00 Greek Movie –3FLT 2:15 Patio Time-P
22 10:00 Light & Lively-2FL 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 11:00 Demetris Restaurant 2:15 Bingo-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen/Ladies Tea-3FL Dinner Time Hang-Man
23 TAILOR TUESDAYS 10:00 Morning Fitness– 2FL &3FL 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 10:30 Trivia– 2FL &3FL 1:15 Patio Time-P 1:30 Walk to Walgreens* 2:15 Kitchen-less Cooking-2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Time Music Therapy
24 9:30 Chicago Sight Seeing 10:00 Bible Study-CH 10:15 Game/Talk Shows-2FLT& 3FLT 2:00 Blow Up Bowling-2FL 2:30 Jumbo Dice Games-2FL 3:15 Bingo-2 FL Dinner Time Fun Facts
25 10:00 Orthodox Service-CH 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 2:15 Bingo-2FL 3:15 Greek Coffee w/ Ladies of Ahladokampos-2FL 6:30 Wheel of Fortune– 1FL 7:00 Card Games-1 FL Dinner Time Poetry
26 10:00 Fitness w/ Music-2FL&3FL 10:30 The Scoop-2FL&3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 1:15 Patio Time-P 2:15 Birthday Party –2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Time Silly Sentences
27 10:00 Movie Classics-2FL&3FL 1:15 Patio Time-P 1:30 Table Dice Games-2FL 1:45 Card Games-3FL 2:15 Bingo Shopping Cart-2FL&3FL 2:30 Bingo– 2FL&3FL
28 10:00 Morning Stretch– 2FL & 3FL 10:15 Bingo-2FL & 3FL 1:00 Relax and Read-3FLIC 2:00 Afternoon at the Movies– 2FLT 2:00 Greek Movie– 3FLT 2:15 Patio Time-P
29 10:00 Light & Lively –2FL 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 2:15 Resident Council Meeting-3FL 2:45 Food Service Committee-3FL 3:15 League of Extraordinary Gentlemen/Ladies Tea-3FL Dinner Time Hang-Man
30 National Cheesecake Day! 10:00 Eli’s Cheesecake Factory 10:00 Morning Fitness– 2FL &3FL 10:15 Oasis Group-2FLT& 3FLT 10:30 Trivia-2FL &3FL 2:15 Cheesecake Taste Testing Social Hour- 2FL 3:15 Bingo-2FL Dinner Time Music Therapy
31 10:00 Bible Study-CH 10:15 Game/Talk Shows- 2FLT &3FLT 1:15 Patio Time-P 1:30 Lynfred Winery 2:15 Painting Club-3FL 3:15 Bingo-3 FL Dinner Time Fun Facts
Game Shows 10:00-2FLT
Greek TV 10:00-3FLT
KEY 1FL– 1st FL Activity Room 2FL– 2nd FL Dining Room 3FL– 3rd FL Dining Room CH-Chapel P– Patio 2FLTR– 2nd FL Training Room 2FLT– 2nd FL TV Room 3FLT– 3rd FL TV Room 3FLIC– 3rd FL Internet Café *Weather Permitting
Greek American Rehabilitation & Care Centre July 2013 Life Enrichment Calendar