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2200 Golf Road • Glenview, IL 60025 • Phone 847-657-7100 • Fax 847-657-7171

Belmont Village of Glenview

February 2016

Our TeamPhone #(847) 657-7100

Fax #(847) 657-7171Michele HelffrichExecutive Director

[email protected] Belencion

Director of Resident CareServices

[email protected] AponteChef Manager

[email protected] Roeber

Human Resource [email protected]

Marley AmayaCommunity Relations

[email protected] Paterno

Community [email protected]

Bridget SimcoxCommunity Relations

[email protected] Staszalek

Director of Activity and MemoryPrograms

[email protected] Chu

Activity Program [email protected]

Dave LechowskiBuilding Engineer

[email protected]

Michele’s Note“Man is not the only animal who

labors, but the only one who improveshis workmanship.”

-Abraham Lincoln“Good, better, best. Never let it

rest. Until your good is better andyour better is best.”

-Tim DuncanSince it is February, it is time

once again to announce theresults of our annual customerservice surveys that were mailed inOctober. This year, I am extremelypleased to announce an overallresident satisfaction score of 95%and an overall family satisfactionscore of 92%. Of the 24 questionsasked in the survey, we scoredover 90% in 21 questions fromresidents and 16 questions fromfamilies.

It is always our goal to achieve100% satisfaction in all categories,but I am proud of our scores andour wonderful staff who serve ourresidents and families. Thank youto all of you who responded toour survey. I appreciate and reviewall comments, and we do use thisas a tool to evaluate and improveour services. Please see me if youhave any questions regardingour survey.

It is time for our annualemployee awards. This is a chancefor residents and families torecognize outstanding service

from our staff. Please stay tunedfor your opportunity to vote.

It is winter, so we are in themiddle of flu season. We alwayswant to maintain best practicesand limit any instances of flu thatmay occur in the community. Tothis end, we ask that you pleaseavoid visiting the community ifyou are experiencing any signs ofthe flu or other illness. Rememberthat the best way to control thespread of illness is to wash yourhands frequently. Please help usto protect our residents, staff,and visitors.

Valentine’s Day is the day wecelebrate the heart and love.February is also American Heartmonth. Here are somewell-known reminders from theAmerican Heart Association tohelp lower your risk of developingheart disease.

Watch your weight.Quit smoking and stay away

from secondhand smoke.Control your cholesterol and

blood pressureIf you drink alcohol, drink in

moderation.Get active and eat healthy!

February Birthdaysand AnniversariesResident Birthdays

1 Judith Cavanaugh4 Cicely Ryan5 Julia Witek8 Minnie Glazer13 Ken Gorgal16 Helen Paul24 Mildred Kierbs

Employee Birthdays1 Josephine G., PAL3 Betty D., Nurse8 Zofia T., Nurse11 Bonna T., PAL21 Resty D., Engineer Asst.22 Jessica C., PAL26 Chris S., Activity Asst.

Employee Anniversaries10 Years Sheron H., PAL9 Years Chris S., Act. Asst.2 Years Bonna T., PAL2 Years Marylu A., Nurse2 Years Blake H., Server1 Year Maja L., Nurse

Circle of Friends Neighborhood Unit

Employee of the MonthCynthia Francisco

PAL, December 2015During her time at Belmont Village, Cynthia has shown herself to be

an invaluable team player. She never has an unkind word, and treats theresidents like family. During the rush of the holidays, she was willing todrop everything and spend the day laundering tablecloths just so thatthe parties could run more smoothly. It is for this reason that BelmontVillage is lucky to have her!

Morning Music Withthe Orchids

Hoping to escape the winterchill in the air? Come to theOrchid Greenhouses and Galleriesat the Chicago Botanic Garden.Warm up while you enjoy thesoothing melodies of live musicand take in the beauty of the seaof orchids around you.

Tuesday, February 16Be transported to Spain by the

music of Ecuadorian DavidChiriboga as he plays flamencoand Spanish classical-inspiredpieces on his guitar.

In addition to playing soloperformances, David is a memberof various musical ensembles inorder to educate the public atlarge about the art of flamenco.

Just a FriendlyReminder...

Here at Belmont Village, welove seeing families gettingtogether and having a good time.We want to make ourselvesavailable in any way to make surethat you and your family memberhave the best time possible. Weask that, if you would like toreserve a room in the building(like the Library or the Bistro) thatyou provide us with as muchnotice as possible so that we canensure that you and your lovedones receive the customer servicethat you deserve.

Valentine’s DayCake Painting

In recent years, there hasalmost been a revolution in howwe look at and make food.Whether it be by bringing scienceinto the kitchen or trying exoticnew foods and recipes, there is noquestion as to what a pivotal rolefood plays in our lives. It bringspeople together and is often thefocal point of a celebration.

A lot of the fun with foodcomes in the preparation of it.Join Desiree Smith of WiltonIndustries as she demonstrates yetanother thing you can do withfood – you can paint on it. Pull upa chair and let your inner Picassoshine as you paint your very ownminiature cake.

Monday, February 8, at3:00pm.

February Outings1 Shop Walmart3 Skokie Theatre

Charles Troy Presents...8 Shop Mariano’s8 Movie Outing15 Shop Walmart16 Chicago Botanic Gardens

Tuesday Morning Music19 Movie Outing22 Shop Mariano’s29 Shop Walmart

For our shopping trips, we beginboarding the bus at 10:30 a.m.Scenic drives are on Thursday

and Saturday for theNeighborhood and Sunday for

Circle of Friends and ALresidents.

Please refer to your dailyannouncements for the exact

times of each outing.Sign up with the concierge

in advance.Outings with walking may

require a private PAL.

February Entertainers3 John Boda10 Paul Goldman13 Shweta Jakate Dancers14 Dennis Kappo17 Mihai Vlad24 Jae Wilkins

February 2016TH Town Hall O Outing OutingL Library JK Josephine's Kitchen Special Event

GR Great Room B BistroP Parlor Entertainment

CL Center for Learning MBA

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

19:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 L Meditation Moment10:45 O Shopping

1:00 P Blackjack1:00 TH Pottery3:15 CL MBA Meeting7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Groundhog Day 29:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Yoga1:00 P Poker2:00 B Bridge3:15 L Mindfulness 1013:30 P Dominoes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Boot Camp10:45 L “In the News”12:30 O Charles Troy Presents ... “She

Loves Me”1:00 TH Parkinson’s Exercise Class1:45 GR Crossword Club2:30 GR Wine & Cheese with John Boda7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Total Core & Body10:45 L Book Club1:00 P Blackjack2:00 P Bridge2:30 CL Chinese New Year Crafts7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Art Class (Drawing)1:00 P Poker2:00 CL Chinese New Year

Centerpieces4:00 L Shabbat Service7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

610:00 TH Body For Life10:30 O Shop Walgreens

1:30 TH Bingo3:00 TH Student Led Activity7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

79:45 L Family Bible Hour1:30 TH Bingo2:00 O Scenic Drive7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Chinese New Year 89:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 O Shopping10:45 L Meditation Moment1:00 TH Pottery1:00 P Blackjack3:00 TH Valentine’s Day Cake Painting4:30 JK Chinese New Year Lunch7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Yoga1:00 P Poker2:00 B Botanic Garden “Valentine’s

Potpourri”2:00 B Bridge3:30 P Dominoes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Ash Wednesday 109:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Boot Camp10:45 L “In the News”1:00 TH Parkinson’s Exercise Class1:45 GR Brain Boost2:30 GR Wine & Cheese with Paul

Goldman6:30 L St. Isaac’s Blessing & Distribution

of Ashes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Total Core & Body10:45 L Book Club1:00 P Blackjack2:00 P Bridge2:00 TH Valentine’s Day Cupcake

Decorating2:30 GR Cultural Comparisons7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Tai Chi1:00 P Poker2:00 CL Valentine’s Day Centerpieces4:00 L Shabbat Service6:30 L St. Isaac’s Prayer &

Communion7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

139:00 GR Shweta Jakate Dancers

10:00 TH Chair Exercise10:30 O Shop Walgreens

1:30 TH Bingo7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Valentine’s Day 149:45 L Family Bible Hour1:00 JK Valentine’s Day Lunch1:30 TH Bingo2:00 O Scenic Drive2:30 GR Dennis Kappo7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Presidents Day 159:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 O Shopping10:45 L Meditation Moment1:00 P Blackjack1:00 TH Pottery2:00 GR Art Appreciation - Salvadore

Dali7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:00 O Botanic Gardens - Tuesday MorningMusic

10:15 TH Yoga1:00 P Poker1:00 TH Dancing with Louie2:00 TH Bill Helmuth Travels2:00 B Bridge3:30 P Dominoes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Boot Camp10:45 L “In the News”1:00 TH Parkinson’s Exercise Class1:45 GR Crossword Club2:30 GR Wine & Cheese with Mihai

Vlad7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Total Core & Body10:45 L Book Club1:00 P Blackjack2:00 P Bridge7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Art Class (Drawing)1:00 O Movie Outing1:00 P Poker2:00 B Chat with the Chef2:45 TH Drumming Circle4:00 L Shabbat Service7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn





10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 O Shopping10:45 L Meditation Moment1:00 P Blackjack1:00 TH Pottery7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Therapy In-Service1:00 P Poker2:00 B Bridge2:00 TH Resident Council3:15 L Ladies’ Cocktails3:30 P Dominoes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Boot Camp10:45 L “In the News”11:00 O Lunch Outing1:00 TH Parkinson’s Exercise Class1:45 GR Brain Boost2:30 GR Wine & Cheese with Jae

Wilkins7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Total Core & Body10:45 L Book Club1:00 P Blackjack2:00 P Bridge2:00 GR Music History7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Tai Chi12:00 JK Resident Birthday Lunch1:00 P Poker4:00 L Shabbat Service6:30 L St. Isaac’s Prayer &


2710:00 TH Chair Exercise10:00 TH Chair Exercise10:30 O Shop Walgreens




10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 L Meditation Moment10:45 O Shopping1:00 P Blackjack7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Note: All dates and timessubject to change

Individual computer classesavailable. See Erin toschedule.

February 2016TH Town Hall O Outing OutingL Library JK Josephine's Kitchen Special Event

GR Great Room B BistroP Parlor Entertainment

CL Center for Learning MBA

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday


10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 L Meditation Moment10:45 O Shopping

1:00 P Blackjack1:00 TH Pottery3:15 CL MBA Meeting7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Groundhog Day 29:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Yoga1:00 P Poker2:00 B Bridge3:15 L Mindfulness 1013:30 P Dominoes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Boot Camp10:45 L “In the News”12:30 O Charles Troy Presents ... “She

Loves Me”1:00 TH Parkinson’s Exercise Class1:45 GR Crossword Club2:30 GR Wine & Cheese with John Boda7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Total Core & Body10:45 L Book Club1:00 P Blackjack2:00 P Bridge2:30 CL Chinese New Year Crafts7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Art Class (Drawing)1:00 P Poker2:00 CL Chinese New Year

Centerpieces4:00 L Shabbat Service7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


1:30 TH Bingo3:00 TH Student Led Activity7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


Chinese New Year 89:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 O Shopping10:45 L Meditation Moment1:00 TH Pottery1:00 P Blackjack3:00 TH Valentine’s Day Cake Painting4:30 JK Chinese New Year Lunch7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Yoga1:00 P Poker2:00 B Botanic Garden “Valentine’s

Potpourri”2:00 B Bridge3:30 P Dominoes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Ash Wednesday 109:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Boot Camp10:45 L “In the News”1:00 TH Parkinson’s Exercise Class1:45 GR Brain Boost2:30 GR Wine & Cheese with Paul

Goldman6:30 L St. Isaac’s Blessing & Distribution

of Ashes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Total Core & Body10:45 L Book Club1:00 P Blackjack2:00 P Bridge2:00 TH Valentine’s Day Cupcake

Decorating2:30 GR Cultural Comparisons7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Tai Chi1:00 P Poker2:00 CL Valentine’s Day Centerpieces4:00 L Shabbat Service6:30 L St. Isaac’s Prayer &


139:00 GR Shweta Jakate Dancers

10:00 TH Chair Exercise10:30 O Shop Walgreens


Valentine’s Day 149:45 L Family Bible Hour1:00 JK Valentine’s Day Lunch1:30 TH Bingo2:00 O Scenic Drive2:30 GR Dennis Kappo7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Presidents Day 159:45 TH Sit & Be Fit

10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 O Shopping10:45 L Meditation Moment1:00 P Blackjack1:00 TH Pottery2:00 GR Art Appreciation - Salvadore

Dali7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:00 O Botanic Gardens - Tuesday MorningMusic

10:15 TH Yoga1:00 P Poker1:00 TH Dancing with Louie2:00 TH Bill Helmuth Travels2:00 B Bridge3:30 P Dominoes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Boot Camp10:45 L “In the News”1:00 TH Parkinson’s Exercise Class1:45 GR Crossword Club2:30 GR Wine & Cheese with Mihai

Vlad7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Total Core & Body10:45 L Book Club1:00 P Blackjack2:00 P Bridge7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Art Class (Drawing)1:00 O Movie Outing1:00 P Poker2:00 B Chat with the Chef2:45 TH Drumming Circle4:00 L Shabbat Service7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn





10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 O Shopping10:45 L Meditation Moment1:00 P Blackjack1:00 TH Pottery7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Therapy In-Service1:00 P Poker2:00 B Bridge2:00 TH Resident Council3:15 L Ladies’ Cocktails3:30 P Dominoes7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Boot Camp10:45 L “In the News”11:00 O Lunch Outing1:00 TH Parkinson’s Exercise Class1:45 GR Brain Boost2:30 GR Wine & Cheese with Jae

Wilkins7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Total Core & Body10:45 L Book Club1:00 P Blackjack2:00 P Bridge2:00 GR Music History7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn


10:15 TH Tai Chi12:00 JK Resident Birthday Lunch1:00 P Poker4:00 L Shabbat Service6:30 L St. Isaac’s Prayer &


2710:00 TH Chair Exercise10:00 TH Chair Exercise10:30 O Shop Walgreens




10:15 TH Balance Class10:45 L Meditation Moment10:45 O Shopping1:00 P Blackjack7:00 TH Movie & Popcorn

Note: All dates and timessubject to change

Individual computer classesavailable. See Erin toschedule.

SpiritualCorner

Family Bible HourSundays at 9:45 a.m.

in the LibrarySt. Isaac Jogues

Thursday, Feb. 12, at 6:30 p.m.in the Library (Prayer andCommunion Service) and

Thursday, Feb. 26 (Prayer andCommunion).

Shabbat ServiceFridays at 4 p.m., in the Library,

with Paula DruesCommunion Weekly After

Wine and Cheese (by request)Transportation to religiousservices is available on the

weekends or by request duringthe week. Private PALs may beneeded for services; contact the

Front Desk.

Resident

All residents are encouraged toattend the Belmont VillageResident Council Meeting,which is held on the last

Tuesday of this month, in theTown Hall. Bring any

comments, questions orconcerns to the heads of

each department.Tuesday, Feb. 23, at 2 p.m.

Parkinson’s ExerciseClass

We’re Sharing the Health with aFREE, ongoing Exercise Class:

Class meets at 1 p.m.Every Wednesday

Belmont Village Assisted Living2200 Golf Rd.

Glenview, IL 60025Recent research has shown that

exercise can have a positive effecton Parkinson’s disease. Learn

more about the overall benefits ofphysical activity as you participate

in Belmont Village’scomplimentary Parkinson’s

Exercise Class.

Welc meNew Residents

If you see a new face,Don’t be shy,

Wave your handand give a big hi!

Please welcome our newestresidents:

Dorothy F.Jim F.

Susanna M.Pete P.

Invite them to sit with you at ameal, join you for an activity, or

just sit down and chat!

HypothyroidismHypothyroidism— also called

underactive thyroid— is the mostcommon thyroid disorder. Ithappens when your thyroid glanddoesn’t produce enough thyroidhormone, which is essentialbecause thyroid hormone helpsregulate important bodyprocesses, such as yourmetabolism. But with low thyroidfunction, these body processesslow down.

The prevalence of thyroiddisorders increases with age andnumerous morphological andphysiological changes of thethyroid gland during the processof aging are well-known. It is to bestressed that the clinical course ofthyroid diseases in the elderlydiffers essentially from thatobserved in younger individuals,because symptoms are moresubtle and are often attributed tonormal aging.

Hypothyroidism symptomsusually develop incredibly slowly;it can take years for them to showup. Also, some symptoms mimicsymptoms of other diseases, suchas fibromyalgia and rheumatoidarthritis.

Key hypothyroidism symptomsinclude constipation, depression,and fatigue. Pale, dry skin;sensitivity to cold; joint pain;elevated cholesterol levels; brittlefingernails and hair; andunexplained weight gain, memoryproblems, and loss of appetite, are

other common symptoms.Multiple factors may contribute

to hypothyroidism, including:• Hashimoto’s thyroiditis:

This autoimmune disease isthe most common cause ofhypothyroidism.

• medications: Certainmedications, such as lithium,can cause hypothyroidism.

• pregnancy: Hypothyroidismcan develop during or afterpregnancy.

• treatment forhyperthyroidism: Peoplewho have hyperthyroidism(overactive thyroid) aretreated with radioactiveiodine therapy, whichimpairs thyroid function andcan cause hypothyroidism.

• thyroid surgery: If yourthyroid gland is removed,you can’t make thyroidhormone, so you’ll need totake thyroid hormonereplacement.

You can live a full, normal lifeif you continue to take yourmedicine to controlhypothyroidism. A healthylifestyle—incorporating nutritiousfoods and moderate exercise—canalso help you better manage yourhypothyroidism.

You may also need regularblood tests to see if you need toadjust your levothyroxine dose.

Sources:www.endocrineweb.com

Therapy Tip ofthe Month

“A body in motion stays inmotion, and a body at rest staysat rest!”

Therapy In-ServiceSenior Fitness AssessmentTuesday, Feb. 23, at 10:15am,

in Town Hall.

Charles Troy Presents...The Creation of “She Loves

Me”Wednesday, February 3, at1:30pm, $15.00, sign up at

Concierge“She Loves Me” is a musical

with a book by Joe Masteroff,lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, andmusic by Jerry Bock. It tells thestory of two store clerks duringthe 1930s who do not get along.Unbeknownst to each other,they answer the same “lonelyhearts advertisement” and fallin love.

Charles Troy, a popularspeaker and presenter, is anacclaimed musical theatrehistorian and graphic designer.Over the past seven years,Charles has created over 50multi-media presentations andhas presented his work tocountless local and nationalaudiences.

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