*Boulder Estates Congregate and Assisted Living * 601 Village Drive, Marshall Minnesota 56258 August 2014

The Boulder ReminderThe Boulder Reminder

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August

Notes

Tuesday morning

House Calls with

Amy Nicolas, CNP.

See Stepping Stone for

more information

Monthly House

Calls with Dr.

Alissa Redding,

Podiatrist.

2nd Tuesday each

month. See Stepping

Stone for more

information.

Lyon County Fair

July 30-August 2

Minnesota State

Fair

Aug 21– Sept 1

The Sensational Sunflower!

Gifts of radiant warmth, sunflowers

are the happiest of flowers, and their

meanings include loyalty and longev-

ity. They are unique in their ability to

provide energy in the form of

nourishment and vibrance, an attribute

which mirrors the sun and the energy

provided by its heat and light.

No flower can lift spirits quite like

sunflowers can. Bright and cheery, bold

yet comfortable, the sunflower is a

warm and caring gift. With brilliant

yellow petals that surround the

flower’s center, sunflowers have an

unmistakable sun-like appearance that

has made them a passionate flower

choice for many. Sunflowers come in a

number of varieties, ranging from

small to large and from daylight yel-

lows to sunset reds.

Sunflowers originated in the Americas

in 1000B.C., where for centuries they

were cultivated as a valuable food

source. The use of sunflower images as

religious symbols has also been

documented in some native societies.

With the European exploration of the

New World, the sunflower was brought

to new areas, and the flower’s

popularity eventually spread as the

rest of the world began to appreciate

its beauty and sustenance. Artists

throughout history have appreciated the

sunflower’s unique splendor, and those

of the Impressionist era were especially

fixated on the flower. Today, sunflowers

continue to provide a resource for

commonly used seeds and oil, but they

have also become recognized as a floral

symbol of great significance.

Much of the meaning of sunflowers

stems from its namesake, the sun itself.

Wild sunflowers are often photographed

with their tall stalks and bright petals

stretched towards the sun. This unique

behavior, known as phototropism, is a

motif that has appeared in many ancient

myths and is viewed as a symbol of

loyalty and constancy. Their physical

resemblance to the sun has also

influenced their meanings. The

sunflower’s petals have been likened to

bright yellow rays of sunshine, which

evoke feelings of warmth and happiness.

In addition, the sunflower is often

associated with adoration and longevity.

For a flower which reflects so many of

the sun’s positive characteristics, it is

little surprise that people enjoy basking

in the sunflower’s warming glow. With

the sense of brightness and warmth that

sunflowers naturally impart, they have

become an ideal choice for sending

sentiments of cheerfulness and

sunny get well thoughts.

http://www.proflowers.com/blog/history-and-

meaning-of-sunflowers

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Event Calendar Highlights Dog Days of Summer

Special Events Aug 4—Hearing Aid Clinic with Town & Country Hearing in the 1st Floor Activity Room beginning at 4:30 pm. The clinic offers batteries, cleaning, and minor repairs as well as hearing tests. No need for an appointment.

Aug 6—Gather at the Summit for music by the Robinson’s Band.

Aug 7—It’s the event of the summer!! Shades of the Past Car Club will serve Root Beer Floats and offer rides in their classic vehicles! Gather in the front parking lot for a great time with the club!

Aug 8—Greet the Samuel Summer Camp kids. The kids will join us for fun crafts and activities at the Summit. This is the last visit of the summer. The 1st & 2nd grade readers return in Sept.

Aug 8—The Garden Club will meet at 1 pm on the back patio by the Memorial Garden (work in progress).

Aug 8—What’s your life story? How will you share your legacy? Gather at the Summit for an afternoon presentation about Ethical Wills and preserving your morals and values for your family by writing your life story.

Aug 14—Enjoy time together with the girls from House of Hope. The girls will file, buff, and paint

finger nails at 4 pm.

Aug 13—Sign up for a special outing to the Back to the Blue Moon dance with music by the Marv Nissel Band.

Aug 19—Sign up for a lunch outing to Rusty’s Café in Taunton.

Aug 20—Celebrate our August birthdays with The Music Makers.

Aug 15—Gather in the Summit for a Historical discussion with Lyon County Museum.

Aug 22—Warm up your vocal cords with a Summer Sing Along at the Summit.

Aug 29—Concenting with our community is an important part of wellness. Join Ted Stamp and Tammy VanOverbeke for a Healthy Aging discussion about a community organization: Southwest Center for Independent Living.

Evenings with Nancy Readers Corner - 6:00 pm in the Lobby on the 1st & 4th Mondays.

Music Appreciation - 6:00 pm in the Quarry Café on the 2nd Monday.

Wii Bowling - 6:00 pm on the 3rd Monday each month in the Quarry Café.

~Tenant Services Kris, Casi and Sue

Introducing….

Please join me in giving a warm

welcome to Grace Wegner! Grace

moved from her Marshall, MN

apartment into Boulder Estates

apartment #333 in June 2014.

Grace has two children, two grand-

children, and three great grand-

children. She has enjoyed traveling

around some of the United States.

Her personal favorites include

Florida, Colorado and Texas. In

her free time, Grace enjoys playing

Bridge, Pepper & occasionally 500.

She loves to read, listen to music,

bake, cook, knit & crochet.

Although she is familiar with quite

a few faces here at Boulder she

looks forward to meeting more of

her neighbors soon. Let’s be sure

to give Grace a warm Boulder

welcome!

Welcome New

Neighbors!

Coupon Collection

Please save the coupons from the

Saturday/Sunday paper for Ardys

Hughes in apt #249. Please bring the

coupons to Ardys’ apartment door or

drop them off in the tenant services

office.

Cook’s Corner Here is a favorite from our Recipe Book….

Special Meals at

the Summit

Build Your Own Omelet–

Aug 5. 7:00 - 8:30 am.

Enjoy tasty Omelets with

your favorite fixings. This

extra special morning meal

includes wonderful food & a

door prize (you must eat &

attend to be eligible for the

prize).

Summit Premiere - Aug 7.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm.

Discover new flavors at the

Summit Premiere. This is

your opportunity to try

something different or out-

of-the-ordinary. If our

customers love an entrée it

will appear on the menu in

months to come.

Summer at the Summit–

Aug 14. 5:00 - 6:00 pm.

The elegant evening meal

has gone casual for the

summer. The table cloths

are in storage until next fall,

until then relax & enjoy

savory summer-time treats!

Going Bananas!

If you like to bake banana

bread the kitchen ALWAYS

has an abundance of over-ripe

bananas that tenants are

welcome to. Please contact

the kitchen at *145.

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Margaret’s

BLT Wraps

2 teaspoons Honey 8 Slices Bacon 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard 8 Green leaf lettuce 4 TBSP Mayonnaise 8 Slices tomato 4 ( 10-inch) Flour Tortillas Extra Virgin Olive oil In a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, and mayonnaise. Spread evenly on the tortillas. Top each with 2 slices bacon, 2 lettuce leaves, and 2 slices of tomato. Drizzle olive oil over the tomatoes. Fold 1 edge of each tortilla over the filling, roll up tightly and put them, seam side down. Cut in half and secure with a toothpick.____________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Todd’s French

Bread Pizza

3 TBSP Butter ¼ cup parsley 1 Cup Italian Sausage 4 TBSP Olive oil 1 loaf French bread ½ Cup Black Olives 4 cloves garlic minced 1 can crushed tomatoes ½ Cup Chopped onions 8 oz cream cheese 2 cups mozzarella cheese ½ cup Chopped bell peppers ½ tsp oregano ¼ cup parmesan cheese Melt butter, mix oil, garlic powder, oregano, and parsley together. Slice loaf of bread in half lengthwise. Brush half of butter oil mixture on bread. Add tomatoes to remaining butter oil mixture. Spread over the bread. Add Sausage, Black Olives, Onions, and Peppers. Top with both cheeses. Bake at 425 for 10 minutes. Slice into pieces.______________ _________________________________________________________

Foot Health

Fun Facts about Feet!

“An average, healthy person should aim to take 8,000 to 10,000 steps a day. That covers

several miles and adds up to about 115,000 miles in a lifetime. By age 70, the average person

will have walked the equivalent of 4 times around the globe” (Podiatry Facts & Statistics).

“Shopping for shoes is best done in the afternoon. Your feet tend to swell a little during the

day, and it's best to buy shoes to fit them then. Have your feet measured every time you

purchase shoes, and do it while you're standing. When you try on shoes, try them on both feet;

many people have one foot larger than the other, and it's best to fit the larger one” (Podiatry

Facts & Statistics).

Your feet are a big part of your everyday life and it’s important to take care of them.

Below I’m going to list common foot problems and what to do.

1. Corn and calluses are caused by pressure and friction when the bony parts of your feet

rub against your shoe. Many times wearing better fitting shoes or pads can solve the

problem. If not relieved by that, telling your doctor about the problem maybe in your

best interest.

2. Bunions happen when the joints of your big toe no longer fit together. When that

happens it may become swollen and tender. If not severe, wearing shoes that have a

wide toe and instep, wearing pads that cushion the bunion may help with the pain.

Notifying your doctor of any problems or concerns can lead to further treatment.

3. Fungal or Bacterial conditions such as athletes foot occurs when your feet spend a lot of

time in shoes, especially when they are warm, dark, and humid which is a good place for

fungus to grow. These kinds of conditions can cause redness, itching, blisters, dry feet

and peeling. If not treated the infection may become hard to cure. If not treated the

correct way it may reoccur. To prevent these infections keep your feet clean and dry

especially in between your toes. It may help to apply foot powder daily. Talk with your

doctor with any concerns that may arise.

Stepping Stone provides wellness clinic every Thursday at 12:30, services provided at that time

are toe nail clipping and blood pressure checks. Please sign up with Georgette for the next

available spot!

~ Deanna DeVos, RN and Stepping Stone Home Health Care

References

8 Common Problems. (2003, March 4). Retrieved July 22, 2014, from Medicine Net: http://www.medicinenet.com/

script/main/art.asp?articlekey=22536

Podiatry Facts & Statistics. (n.d.). Retrieved July 22, 2014, from Illinois Podiatric Medical Association: http://

ipma.net/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=15

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Greetings from Boulder Creek

Boulder Creek Assisted Living officially opened June 30, 2014. We opened 16 of the 31 rooms and have 10 rooms filled.

We are excited to offer memory care to the Marshall area and are blessed to have a wonderful staff. Our staff is trained in dementia care and went through seven days of orientation. We will hold continuing education for them throughout the year. Our mission is to provide a stable foundation for seniors over the age of fifty-five with dementia through service, choice, community, and individuality.

We welcome visitors and volunteers every day. Every Sunday from 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m., we will have family time to visit and play games with residents. On the 2

nd Wednesday of the month at 9:00 a.m., we will have Catholic Mass

please feel free to join us.

If you would like more information on the building, volunteering or a tour of Boulder Creek, please contact Jamie at 507-929-1234 or Jamie@boulder-creek.org.

Is dementia on the rise? Maybe not. By Dr. Rob Winningham, Psychology and Gerontology Professor at

Western Oregon University

You may have seen headlines such as:

CBS News: Dementia Cases Worldwide to Triple by 2050 The Guardian: Middle-Age Obesity Will Lead to a Surge in Dementia Cases

BBC News: Experts Predict Dementia Epidemic

While it is true that the overall number of dementia cases will increase in the United States and elsewhere in the coming years, that isn’t the whole story. The headline you don’t often see is that the proportion of older adults with dementia is actually decreasing. To understand this, we need to define a couple of terms epidemiologists (people who study disease and health in populations) use to describe health trends in the population.

1. Prevalence – proportion of the population with a particular condition 2. Incidence – the number of cases in a given time period

For example, the incidence of people wearing cowboy hats in Los Angeles, California, is much higher than it is in Bandera, Texas. While Bandera is called the Cowboy Capital of the World, there are only 856 people who call it home. Los Angeles, however, has almost 4 million people. If only 1 in 30,000 people in Los Angeles wore a cowboy hat, they would still have a higher incidence, even though the proportion of people wearing cowboy hats is much lower.

It is true that the incidence or the number of new cases of dementia is increasing because we now have more older adults and people are living longer. In the past decade, the number of people with dementia in the United States has increased by over 1 million, and that sounds kind of scary. But the prevalence or the proportion of the population in the United States and Western Europe has actually decreased! A 2013 study published in the journal Lancet reported that the percentage of people 65 and older with dementia has plummeted 25% in the past 20 years from 8.3% to 6.2%. Similar results have been measured in the United States.

Why has the prevalence or proportion of people with dementia gone down so much? We don’t know for sure, but it could be a combination of lifestyle changes and medical advances. For example:

Controlling cardiovascular risk factors with cholesterol and blood pressure screenings

Better education and possibly more cognitive stimulation

Greater awareness of the importance of physical exercise

Greater awareness of the importance of good nutrition, omega-3 fatty acids, and diet

It appears that the increased awareness of how lifestyle affects our health might already be affecting dementia rates, but we still have a long way to go. We could further reduce dementia and delay its onset by doing the things that we know can maximize memory ability. We haven’t discovered a magic drug to prevent dementia yet, but we are making progress in finding some of the controllable factors that matter.

Have a wonderful August,

~ Jamie Lanners, Boulder Creek Housing Manager

On-A-Stick

A R C P O H C K R O P F S E A

L A O H P U K F U A O P I W Z

L B O J E I H O T B A P V A Z

I Y P F Y E C R N G M G Z L I

G D K A T P S K H E H F X L P

A N C A R A M E L A P P L E S

T A U Q G U T I C E G A Z Y E

O C C C H T V S R A S R L E K

R C H C I R T S O H K H F A M

E M H O T D I S H R S E J B J

The following foods are served on-a-stick at the

Minnesota State Fair. Find the underlined words in the

puzzle above:

□ ALLIGATOR sausage

□ Deep fried CANDY BAR

□ CARAMEL APPLES

□ Chocolate covered CHEESE CAKE

□ Tator Tot HOT DISH

□ JALAPENO peppers

□ Teriyaki OSTRICH

□ PICKLES

□ Key Lime PIE

□ PIZZA

□ PORK CHOP

□ SHRIMP

□ SPAGHETTI & Meatballs

□ WALLEYE

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Fun Facts about the

Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair was first held on the current fairgrounds in 1885.

Before it became the home of the Minnesota State Fair, the fairgrounds belonged to the Ramsey County Poor Farm.

The first flight in Minnesota history took place at the fairgrounds! It was June 20, 1910.

Kids can feed chickens, stroll through an apple orchard and “purchase” produce all while learning about agriculture at Little Farm Hands.

During the typical year 20,000 gallons of milk are served at the American Dairy Association’s all-you-can-drink concession.

The Pronto Pup was introduce at the State Fair in 1947. Pronto Pups are made with pancake batter, unlike the Corn Dog which uses corn flour batter.

The first Princess Kay of the Milky Way was crowned in 1954.

85-90 pounds of butter are used to sculpt Princess Kay of the Milky Way.

Approximately 22,000 rolls of toilet paper are used during the fair.

On average fair visitors consume 500,000 corn dogs.

Ye Old Mill is the oldest ride on the fairgrounds. It was built in 1913.

The most popular fair foods are the old classics: mini donuts, corn on the cob, all-you-can-drink milk, cheese curds, and Sweet Martha’s Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Imaginative new foods are introduced each year. In 2012 the deep fried Bacon & Cheddar Mashed Potatoes on a stick was a big hit. Gravy is offered for dipping.

A record 47 new foods will be offered at this year’s state fair, including: Deep Fried Olives (on a stick), Deep Fried Bread Pudding (in a dish, served hot & drizzled with caramel sauce), Grilled Glazed Donut (on a stick), Hawaiian Dog (pineapple wrapped in ham and baked in pretzel dough...on a stick).

Antacids anyone?

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Notice Board

* Contributions to the Boulder newsletter

are welcomed! Bring your ideas to Tenant

Services. We love to hear from you!

* Check out the PHOTO DISPLAY in the

SW hallway on 3rd floor. The pictures

change every so often. It’s worth the walk!

* Thursday Night Pepper. Pepper players

are welcome in the Quarry Cafe on

Thursday evenings. Stop by after

supper!

* Shop at the Dollar Stop on 2nd floor &

enter the drawing for the Gift Basket. The

winning entry will be selected at next

Tenant Council. *Please note that you can

only win the gift basket once every 3

months. The Dollar Stop is open 9:00-

10:30 am Mon, Wed, Fri. We are closed on

Saturdays until Labor Day.

*

www.facebook.com/BoulderEstates.MarshallMn

Are you curious what we are posting on Face

Book? We will log in on Monday mornings at

the News to take a peak!

* Evening Pinochle in the 1st Floor Activity

Room. We play Pinochle nearly every night

of the week after supper, Stop in to join

the games!

To request additional copies of the newsletter please

contact Tenant Services or email

kris.green@boulderestates.org.

Gifts & Special Donations

Boulder Estates & Stepping Stone would like to say THANK YOU to the following individuals and families that recently made donations.

Phyllis Archer for Bingo prizes 7/17/14

Betty Swenson for books for our library

7/14

Wendelll Larson for Bingo prizes 7/26/14

News From our Readers

Do you have some exciting news or a fun story to share? Contact Kris if you do!

The Year Was 1955

Did you hear the post office is thinking about charging 4 cents just to mail a letter?

If they raise the minimum wage to $1.00, nobody will be able to hire outside help at the store.

When I first started driving, who would have thought gas would someday cost 25 cents a gallon? Guess we'd be better off leaving the car in the garage.

I'm afraid to send my kids to the movies any more. Ever since they let Clark Gable get by with saying damn in GONE WITH THE WIND, it seems every new movie has either hell or damn in it.

I read the other day where some scientist thinks it's possible to put a man on the moon by the end of the century. They even have some fellows they call astronauts preparing for it down in Texas.

Did you see where some baseball player just signed a contract for $50,000 a year just to play ball? It wouldn't surprise me if someday they'll be making more than the President.

I never thought I'd see the day all our kitchen appliances would be electric. They're even making electric typewriters now.

I'm afraid the Volkswagen car is going to open the door to a whole lot of foreign business.

The fast food restaurant is convenient for a quick meal, but I seriously doubt they will ever catch on.

There is no sense going on short trips anymore for a weekend. It costs nearly $2.00 a night to stay in a hotel.

No one can afford to be sick anymore. At $15.00 a day in the hospital, it's too rich for my blood.

If they think I'll pay 30 cents for a haircut, forget it.

~ shared by Myra

Now Open!

Boulder Creek Assisted Living will have 31

apartments divided into two distinctive

neighborhoods for individuals with memory loss.

It will be located at 604 Village Drive directly across

from Boulder Estates. For information contact

Jamie at 507-929-1234 or email jamie@boulder-

creek.org

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I want to be like a

sunflower; so that

even on the

darkest days I will

stand tall & find

the sunlight.

Pictures taken by Boulder Estates will be printed

periodically and placed in the photo album in the lobby.

Copies available upon request, see Kris.

Band Concert

Samuel Kids

Samuel Kids

Out to Deutz Farm

Picnic at the park

Games with E Free Youth

Out to the Museum

Out to the Museum