kmi news-june, 2016

Community Events Chronicle

June 2014

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Community Events Chronicle

June 2016

www.kennebecmanor.ca

AGE OF DISRUPTION TOUR—Our culture tells us that aging will change us against our will, and for the worse. Internationally acclaimed longevity expert Dr. Bill Thomas argues that this is false. Blending myth and science, live music and visuals, Dr. Bill Thomas’ Age of Disruption Tour is a modern day American Chautauqua barnstorming the country in a rock n’ roll tour bus to bring communities a new and highly disruptive understanding of aging. Drawing on ancient wisdom and scientific breakthroughs, the Age of Disrup-tion Tour challenges audience members to reject ageist stereotypes and embrace the moments of life that offer the greatest risk, reward and possi-bility. The Tour includes an afternoon workshop to Disrupt Dementia featur-ing a new film by the director of Alive Inside and Dr. Thomas’ signature “non-fiction theatre” evening performance Aging: Life’s Most Dangerous Game. Also featured are musical guests Samite and Nate Silas Richardson. “Aging can be re-imagined as a vivid and enlivening process that presents us with extraordinary risks, and rewards,” Dr. Thomas says. “So, how are we supposed to play this most dangerous of all games? What do winning and losing look like?”

Venue: KV High School Disrupt Dementia Workshop

June 13, 2016 2:30-4:30pm And/Or

Aging - Life's Most Dangerous Game June 13, 2016 7-8:30pm

TICKETS: For Information on How to obtain a ticket email [email protected] or call Kings Way Care Centre at 847-1131 ext 1101.

Party is June 2nd at 1:30PM in the Party is June 2nd at 1:30PM in the Party is June 2nd at 1:30PM in the Atrium with Lonesome SkyAtrium with Lonesome SkyAtrium with Lonesome Sky

Shirley Hanson June 1st

Elsie Garnett June 5th

Barbara Hall June 5th

Floyd Marks June 9th

Gertrude Lank June 10th

Frederick Keirstead June 15th

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Shirley Wright June 15th

Lillian Antle June 19th

Phyllis Ferguson June 24th

Hormisdas Basque June 26th

COMMUNITY EVENTS CHRONICLE JUNE 2016

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Tribute Cards

Tribute Cards are an attractive and efficient way to send caring messages to family and friends, and at the same time support our Foundation. A lovely, personalized message printed on a special card is sent to the recipient, and a tax receipt is issued for your kind donation,

for a minimum donation of $10.00.

For more information please visit our website or call the Foundation office at 847-1131,

ext. 1124.

Coffee Break

Our sponsoring church,

Kings Way Assembly will be

hosting coffee breaks for

our staff.

Tue, June 21st

9:30AM & 11:00AM





The Eden Alternative - It Can Be Different

We have reviewed the first five Principles and this month we will explore Principle

#6. We are over half way through the Ten Principles!!

The Eden Alternative Principle #6

Meaningless activity corrodes the human spirit. The opportunity to do things that we

find meaningful is essential to human health.

What is meaningless activity you may ask? According to Collins English Dictionary, the word

"meaningless" is defined as nonsensical, senseless, inconsequential, inane, insubstantial. They

also define it as pointless, empty, useless, hollow, vain, trivial, worthless, futile, trifling,

insignificant, aimless, valueless, purposeless and nugatory. None of these words leave you with a

very good feeling. I am certain none of us would jump at the chance to participate in an activity

or event if it was described to us using any of the words listed above. So why then do we offer

"meaningless" activities to our Elders?

"Life has meaning when we have choice"

Principle #6 challenges us all to think beyond the typical approach to filling life with an endless

barrage of entertainment. We need to really learn the Elder's stories, identity their simple

pleasures and those things that bring meaning to their life. Elders should be encouraged to be-

come involved with activities that interest them; folding laundry (real laundry, not the same

basket of facecloths that then gets unfolded for the next Elder that comes along); gardening;

caring for the home's pets; arts and crafts projects; quilting; filling backpacks for the school

program; setting tables for dinner, and so on.

We all must understand that "life is the program" and life must be filled with activities that are

meaningful and purposeful. The key to finding out what is meaningful and purposeful to each

individual person is building strong relationships with one another and getting to know each

other's stories. We have to be cautious we do not rob Elders of meaningful activity because we

can do it faster or better.

So accept this challenge to be creative and to explore some fun to prevent any human spirit

corrosion!

"Life is filled with meaning when my voice and choice are heard and honoured"

We hope you can get out to see Dr. Bill Thomas, founder of the Eden Alternative

Philosophy at KV High School on June 13th!! Contact us for more information!

In Loving Memory

Lillian Totten

Feb 24, 1939 - May 04, 2016

Welcome to KMI

We would like to welcome a new resident, please

introduce yourself and make her feel at home.

Tammy Pierce



Minivan for Residents’ Use We are pleased to be able to offer a minivan, purchased for our homes, as a transportation choice for our residents. Starting July 1st, 2016 families will

be able to utilize the van in the greater Saint John area to transport their loved ones for a flat rate of $20 upon booking. The van will be at Kings Way Care Centre the first day of the month to the 15th and at Kennebec Manor from the 16th to the end of the month. To book please contact: Kings Way Care Centre Betty 847-1131 ext 1101 Kennebec Manor Lynda 632-9628 ext 101

Bulk Food Purchasing Program

Why buy in Bulk??? There are many benefits – specialty items that are

not available at a retail store and the cost savings!

BBQ Season is here!!! Keep your freezer full of burgers, hotdogs, chicken breasts,

etc.

1. Please contact Ruth McQuinn at 632-9628 x104 for further details.

2. Orders placed and paid for by Friday afternoon will be delivered on the

following Monday.

3. If quantities are too large, please consider sharing with a friend or co-worker.

New Phone & Room Numbering System

You may have noticed some work being done in our home. We are in the process of replacing our Nurse Call and phone system. With this new system personal phone lines will now be arranged through the home and no longer through Bell Aliant. The resident's room numbers will all be updated and these numbers will be their phone extensions. With the new posted room numbers each resident will also have a picture frame outside their door. We ask families to please bring in a photo that they and their loved one would like displayed. This can be a new photo or one from years past. Please bring

photos to front office and Lynda will make a copy of the original.

Kennebec’ s Bowling Team

Grandma’s Kitchen preparing strawberries & fiddleheads



KMI Fun Day is fast approaching - June 11th. I’m currently looking for volunteers to

help make this day special for our residents, family and friends. If you think you can

help with the games, or help with the BBQ please give me a call 632 9628 ex 109, drop by

the social center or email: [email protected]



This Challenge runs from June 1 to June 30, 2016. Every dollar (minimum $3.00 donation) donated to https://www.canadahelps.org/gcgc/96658 is an

automatic entry for us to win $10,000!!! Imagine how that could provide

programs or improve the quality of life at our homes??

Health Care for Seniors

We are very excited to announce that Kennebec Manor and Kings Way Care Centre have been chosen to participate in a provincial initiative to ensure the appropriate use of anti-psychotic medication in residents living with dementia. The initiative is sponsored through the Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement and the New Brunswick Association of Nursing homes. There has been more research into the area of antipsychotic medication in persons with behaviours secondary to dementia. The research indicates antipsychotic medications may not be the best choice for persons with dementia who do not have

a previous psychiatric history.

We be starting to assess residents who are on antipsychotics to ensure these medications are contributing to the best quality of life. It is part of a structured plan and each resident will be evaluated. We will be starting slowly with one Neighborhood and each resident will be assessed. Families and care staff will be involved in the process. This includes additional education on medications and strategies for helping

residents who may have their medications changed.

The medical team will of course be involved. The additional Team members are Tammy Allaby, Cindi Gould,

Jane Logan, Gillian Miller and Megan O'Hara. Kennebecasis Drugs will be supporting us as well.

For more details on antipsychotics and persons with Dementia, please visit:

http://choosingwisely.ca/womenshealth/treating-disruptive-behaviour-in-people-with-dementia/

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/anti-psychotic-drugs-nursing-homes-1.3584432

If you have any questions ask any of the Team members. Thank you!

Neighbourhood Cats

We’ve attracted another cat to our home. I was greeted by a new black and white cat on my way to the door this morning. He was outside, while Nigel was watching us closely between

the doors (he didn’t look too impressed).

I noticed someone from our Home had left a bowl of water and a small plate of food just outside the front door. As we’re now attracting more cats (and who knows what other critters), please do not leave food or water out for Nigel anymore. Nigel is well fed at home

and will not starve.

Leaving food and water out puts the home at risk for other pests that none of us would want

(ex. rats, mice, raccoons, etc.).

Also, please remember not to let the neighbourhood cats into the home. We have our own cats, Tabby and Mittens to care for, and we can’t be sure of what our neighbourhood cats may be bringing in

with them (ie fleas and ticks).

Pastor’s Corner

“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is

excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.” Phil. 4:8, NIV

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Bible Study - Monday, June 6th, June 13th & June 27th at 1:00PM - Activity Centre

Catholic Mass - Wednesday, June 8th & Monday, June 27th at 10:30AM in Activity Centre

Protestant Communion - Monday, June 20th at 10:30AM in Activity Centre

No Sunday Service



June Events

Mondays 9:15AM Bowlarama Bus Outing

June 01 Wed 9:15AM Bowling & Pizza Bus Outing

June 02 Thu 1:30PM Birthday/Lonesome Sky Atrium

June 10 Fri Noon Barbeque Atrium

June 17 Fri Noon BBQ - Westfield Bus Outing

June 19 Sun Happy Father’s Day

June 21 Tue Noon BBQ - Grand Bay Bus Outing

June 22 Wed 9:45AM Zelda’s River Tour Bus Outing

June 28 Tue 5:00PM BBQ with Del Worden Dining area

June 29 Wed 10:45AM Summer Drive Bus Outing

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