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The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living 2300 SE 28th Street Bentonville Arkansas 72712

479 273 9969 www.TheMeadowsInBentonville.com www.themeadows.smugmug.com

December 2019

From All of Us To All of You…

Merry Christmas and

Happy New Year!

May this season find you abundantly blessed and deeply thankful for the gift of family. From our

family to yours, we wish you the best of the holidays! Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your lives.

Gingerbread for the Holidays

The sweet and spicy smell of gingerbread is a clear indication that the holiday season is in full swing. By the time Gingerbread House Day arrives on December 12, you may have already indulged in eating this seasonal treat.

The shape of gingerbread is commonly found to be gingerbread men and miniature houses made of the cookie. This is why a gingerbread house figured so prominently in the tale Hansel and Gretel, first published by The Brothers Grimm in the 19th century.

Gingerbread has deeper roots than Hansel and Gretel. Perhaps it stems from the development of gingerbread by German monks. No matter the reason, warm, spicy gingerbread has become a tradition during the holiday season.

“Tour of Trees” Residents, family members, and friends of The Meadows

have, once again, created the most environment! Now, we want you to help vote for your favorites! The trees in the contest are numbered, as well

as displayed on the voting table by the front desk. Each person may vote once a day. Friends, family members, staff and

community partners are encouraged to vote, as well! Voting takes place Tuesday, December 3rd –Sunday, December 22nd. The winners will be

announced by December 24th.

Also, join us on December 9th for an Open House to celebrate and thank our amazing participants!

We are so thankful to have such an involved and dedicated community! Thank you and Happy Holidays to all!

Meadows Happenings

Pictured: 2018 Tree Winner

"Ribbons & Bows"by Juanita Bowers & the Sooter Family

Homemade Gingerbread Latte

• 1 cup almond milk

• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon & ¼ ginger

• ½ teaspoon molasses

• 2 packets of Stevia

• ½ cup fresh brewed coffee

Combine almond milk, cinnamon, ginger, and

molasses in a glass measuring jar. Microwave

for 1 minute and 30 seconds or until very hot. Whisk or blend vigorously. Pour into a big mug. Add as much coffee as you

would like. Top with whip cream and cinnamon.

Devour.

Ignite Medical Program We've had an incredible opportunity to partner with Ignite Professional

Studies program through Bentonville High School. Through this program, students participating in the medical classes spent their semester doing

Companion Clinicals. We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to welcome around 12 students going through these classes on a weekly basis. We want to

thank them for their dedication and personal attention, as they spent hours talking, laughing, walking, and even bringing pets to visit and surprising us

with treats. We invite you to help us thank them at the

Open House, December 9th, 5:30pm

Family Christmas Dinner Join us as we celebrate Christmas, a season for

family. All are welcome to join!

Sunday, December 22nd, 12:00pm Please RSVP by December 16th

Guest Meals: Adults: $12, Children 11 & Under: $6 Call for tickets and additional information during regular

business hours. Please specify the number in your party for your table reservations.

December Employee of the Month Jim Borgerding

Jim has faithfully worked with us at The Meadows for 2 1/2 years. He always

comes in with a positive attitude and the willingness to help where ever he's

needed. Thank you for being a part of our team, Jim!

Welcome to our New Residents! Elizabeth Bever Alzena Logan

Christy Newhouse Ann Orie

Shirley Gallentine

The family of Jane Lake invite residents and staff to join them in

celebrating her 90th birthday. Saturday, December 21st, 1-3pm

The Meadows Happenings...Continued Resident Initiated

Bonus As in the past, residents

request the opportunity to thank the care staff for their dedication and hard work

through an anonymous bonus. They do not accept tips during

the year, so this is your opportunity to do so. There is

no obligation or requirement to participate. In order to protect anonymity, donations may be placed in a sealed envelope

and turned in to Ann Standley by December 16th.

If writing a check, please write “Staff Bonus” on the explanation line. The

breakdown to each staff member will be handled by

management and based on full or part-time

status and longevity at The Meadows.

Meadows Happenings…Continued

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 B-To Order L-Pork Roast D-Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

2 B-To Order L-Spaghetti W/Meat Sauce D-Grilled Hot Dog

3 B- To Order L-Baked Pork Chop D-Chicken Pot Pie

4 B- To Order L-Chicken Fried Steak D-Cream Of Potato Soup

5 B-To Order L-Ham & Beans D-Crunchy Ranch Chicken

6 B- To Order L- Fried Catfish D-Hamburger On Bun

7 B- To Order L-Fried Chicken D-Beef Stew

8 B-To Order L-Herbed Pork Loin D-Vegetable Soup

9 B-To Order L-Chicken & Dumpling D-Mushroom Swiss Steak

10 B-To Order L-Sweet & Sour pork D-Turkey & Dressing Casserole

11 B-To Order L-Homemade Chili D-Breakfast For Dinner

12 B-To Order L-Fried Chicken D-Cheeseburger Deluxe

13 B-To Order L-Baked Salmon D-Pulled BBQ Pork Sandwich

14 B-To Order L-Beef Enchiladas D-Broccoli Cheddar Soup

15 B-To Order L-Roast Beef D-Chicken Spaghetti

16 B-To Order L-Sautéed Polish Sausage D-Deli Croissant

17 B-To Order L-Hamburger Steak D-Cheesy Chicken Casserole

18 B-To Order L-Wal-Mart Meal Provided D-Egg Salad Plate

19 B-To Order L-BBQ Baked Chicken D-Ham Salad Plate

20 B-To Order L-Baked Lemon Tilapia D-Grilled Cheese Sandwich

21 B- To Order L-Glazed Meatloaf D-Fried Chicken Tenders

22 B-To Order L-Christmas Meal D-Turkey & Swiss Sandwich

23 B-To Order L-Frito Pie Deluxe D-Salmon Patties

24 B- To Order L-Seasoned Pork Tenderloin D- Open Faced Turkey

25 B-To Order L-Slow Roasted Brisket D-Cranberry Chicken Salad

26 B-To Order L-Lasagna D-Baked Chicken

27 B-To Order L-Fried Catfish D-Pork Roast

28 B-To Order L-Beef Quesadillas D-Chicken Pot Pie

29 B-To Order L-Pork Roast D-Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

30 B-To Order L-Baked Chicken D-Pigs In A Blanket

31 B-To Order L-Beef Tips In Gravy D-Polish Sausage

December 2019

December Birthdays

Charlie Sprinkel 12/28

Doris Morgan 12/18

Juanita Fryer 12/10

December Highlights Nativity & Noel-A Community Celebration

Saturday, December 7th, 6:00-8pm, Bentonville This is a community celebration in which over 250 nativities will be on display. At

7:00pm enjoy a performance by: Bentonville High School Chamber Strings, Springdale Marshallese Choir, Bentonville High School Chamber Choir, and Ozark

Nativity Chorale. This is a free event!

Open House & Ignite 'Thank You' Monday, December 9th, 5:30-7pm

Join us for a time of refreshments, Christmas carols, and time together.

Gift Wrapping at Home Instead Wednesday, December 11th, 12:30-2pm

Home Instead hosts an amazing project--Be A Santa to A Senior. We want to help by wrapping some of the items they've gathered for over 700 seniors in need.

Bentonville Parade Saturday, December 14th, 6:00-9:00pm

Join us for our first time to participate in the Bentonville Parade. Residents may attend in the bus. Family members and staff may walk and/or ride on the trailer.

Please sign up beforehand in order to attend.

Life Stories Friday, December 20th, 2:30pm

Learn more about your neighbor as we debrief from Ethan Hughes Eagle Scout project. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Christmas Lunch with Walmart Fuel Team

Wednesday, December 18th, 11:30-1pm As they have for several years consecutively, the Walmart Fuel Team plans to shower

us with love, Christmas cheer, and delicious food.

Christmas Party with Helen Walton Enrichment Center Friday, December 20th, 6:00pm

Staff from Helen Walton Enrichment Center want to make sure our holidays are bright. They'll bring plenty of refreshments, activities, and memories in the making.

December Staff Birthdays

Hayley Rice/CNA 12/2

Jim Borgerding / Dietary Prep

12/12

Teresa Bellah/ Receptionist 12/14

David Littrell, Nurse' Assistant

12/19

Maria Sandoval / Dietary Aide 12/24

Perry Ballard 12/16

Sally Whittenberg

12/29

December Flowers The birth flowers are

holly and narcissus. The holly symbolizes your

wish for domestic happiness.

The narcissus conveys that you want your

beloved to stay just the way they are.

Christy Newhouse 12/10

Jane Lake 12/23

Mary Hay 12/31 Donna May

12/16

SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

1 2:30pm Church Service

2 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bean Bag Baseball 7:00pm Knitting Group

3 10:30am Bible Study 1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 6:30pm Rummikub

4 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Skip-Bo/Rummikub

5 9:45am Wal-Mart 2:30pm Samaritan Shop 6:30pm Rummikub

6 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Wii Bowling 6pm Game Night

7 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Balloon Volleyball 6:00pm Nativity & Noel Display/Concert

8 2:00pm Pride of the Ozarks Barbershop Quartet Sing-A-Long

(Main Dining Room)

2:30pm Church Service

9 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm December Birthday Party 5:30-7pm Open House and Ignite 'Thank You'

10 10:30am Bible Study 1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 6:30pm Rummikub

11 10:30am Exercise 12:30-2pm Gift Wrapping at Home Instead 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Skip-Bo/Rummikub

12 9:45am Wal-Mart 2:30pm Safety Meeting 6:30pm Rummikub

13 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Christmas Candy Class 6:30pm Game Night

14 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bingo 6:00pm Bentonville Christmas Parade-Float

15 2:30pm Church Service 5pm: Carolers-New Heights Church

16 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bean Bag Baseball

17 10:30am Bible Study 1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 5:30pm Holiday Lights Tour

18 10:30am Exercise 11:30-1 Walmart Fuel Team 2:30pm Bingo 5:30pm Carolers-Life Group 6:30pm Skip-Bo/Rummikub

19 9:45am Wal-Mart 2:30pm Wii Bowling 6:30pm Rummikub

20 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Life Story Sharing 6:00pm Resident Christmas Party with Helen Walton Enrichment Center

21 10:30am Exercise 1-3pm-Jane's Birthday Party 3:30 Joyce Miles & Carolers 6:30pm Movie

22 12:00pm Meadows Christmas Dinner

2:30pm Church Service

23 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Christmas Baking 5:30pm Holiday Lights Tour

24 10:30am Bible Study 1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 6:30pm Rummikub

25

Christmas Day

26 9:45am Wal-Mart 2:30pm Wii Bowling 6:30pm Rummikub

27 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bunko 6:30pm Game Night

28 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Movie

39 2:30pm Church Service

30 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bean Bag Baseball

31 10:30am Bible Study 11am Blood Pressure Clinic

Noon New Year Countdown!!

1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 6:30pm Rummikub

The Meadows Activity Calendar

2019

December Birthdays Juanita Fryer 12/10 Christy Newhouse 12/10 Perry Ballard 12/16

Donna May 12/16 Doris Morgan 12/18 Jane Lake 12/23 Charlie Sprinkel 12/28 Sally Whittenberg 12/29 Mary Hay 12/31

Beauty Salon: Jean # 244-7585 Transportation: Please schedule at the front desk.

December 8th, 2pm Jim Mcann-Pride of the Ozarks Barbershop Quartet Sing-A-Long (479) 268-4944 December 18th, 5:30pm Kay Neumeck-Life Group Cards and Caroling (507) 676-0012 (has come several years) December 15th Deedee from New Heights Church 832-530-6420 (attended the last 3 years) December 21st Joyce Miles (479) 553-7455 Jarod-Keypoint Church (479) 650-4306