All Embracing Home Care Newsletter - Jan. 2023

Leadership Lowdown by Dee Leadership Team

Amanda Hjelle, Director of Services - Fargo Branch ..................... 701-317-8459

Angelina Zenon, Scheduler .........................................................701-317-2940

Dee Decimus Holmes, Owner ............................................................... 701-330-8373

Kari Situm, Director Of Aging Services ............................................... 701-330-0329

Lachen Stadstad, Aging Service Coordinator ..............................701-317-8488

LaRae Guzman, HR Generalist ............................................................. 701-330-0159

Leah Taylor, Program Specialist 701-215-4628

Linnea Tucker, Program Coordinator 701-317-8277

Lisa Loland, Office Manager 701-330-8373

Tina Neil, Director Of Education/Marketing 701-739-8338

Care Manager Team

Winter is here!

I don’t know why each year the cold weather, snow, and or rainy sleet surprise me, and I question why do we live here? I was able to take a little vacation to Arizona for Thanksgiving with my family to see my parents and when we were getting off the plane here in Grand Forks my kids asked, “mom, can we please go back, this is crazy”! I had to laugh and agree with them! But I will take the cold weather any day if it means I can continue to own All Embracing Home Care and provide care to all our clients that we have. As we near the end of the year I think back to all the changes that happened in 2022. We started providing care to individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries through the Residential Habilitation Program, opened the Fargo location, started providing care in Bismarck, ND, moved offices to S Washington and gained over 50 employees throughout the year. Thank you for allowing us to care for you and your loved one(s), it is our greatest joy to do so!

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Amber G. Linnea T. Tony K. Pam A. Nkwane Y. Danica G. LaRae G. Julie G. Leah T. Maria C. Tekora M. Maisy Y. Lois W. Fanta V. John P. Hayden O. Kianah S. Tina N. Mariah B. Margaret I. Jodee R. Hannah S. Ty Sjaun H.

is an equal

Arian M. Tassja S. DeShaun H. Madison B. Stephen H. Jeanna L. Madison R. Emily M. Lachen S. Karen D. Michele O. Kathy K. Donna M. Alexis L. Hanson O. Sarah V. Lavonda T.

We help people of all ages live as independently as possible, without compromising their health and safety.

CARE SPOTLIGHT MANAGER

MEET AMBER G.

Amber has been a Care Manager at All Embracing for a little over a year now. Her favorite color is purple, and her favorite meal is steak with corn on the cob! Amber’s favorite animal is dogs, and her favorite thing about working with AEHC is being able to make a difference so people can live in their own homes. She loves all the connections she has made and that all her clients feel like part of her family. Amber says she wouldn’t trade this job for anything. Thanks Amber!

MEET

JEANNA L.

Jeanna has been a Care Manager with us for a few months now. Her favorite animal is cats, and she loves shrimp! Jeanna’s favorite color is purple. Her favorite thing about working at All Embracing Home Care is the patient care.

MEET JACK P.

Jack has been working at All Embracing Home Care for seven months. His favorite animal is the grizzly bear, and his favorite food is squid! Jack also loves the color pink. The thing that he loves most about working with All-Embracing is the relationships that he has been able to form with his clients. Jack likes to see how these relationships improve the quality of their lives.

MEET

TONY K.

Tony has been a Care Manager at AEHC for a year. His favorite colors are blue and green. Tony loves tacos, and his favorite animal is dogs! Tony’s favorite thing about being a Care Manager is caring for people who can’t care for themselves, and that it is a very rewarding career to have. Thank you for all you do, Tony!

Hello, my name is Amanda Hjelle, Director of Services, All Embracing Home Care for the Fargo branch. I started with All Embracing Home Care in the fall of 2020 as a Care Manager.

I was born and raised in Grand Forks. I moved to Fargo in 2009 to pursue my career in healthcare. I have worked in several different areas and settings of healthcare over the last 21 years.

My husband and I met in Fargo and married in 2015. We have a beautiful daughter who is two, along with our gentle giant pup and two large cats. We enjoy spending time with friends and family at the lake and golfing in the summer and skiing in the winter months.

am so glad to be part of All Embracing Home Care and can’t wait to see what Fargo brings to our team, clients, and region.

EXTRA

Greater Grand Forks Area Food Assistance

Northlands Rescue Mission

420 Division Ave, Grand Forks - 701-772-6600 Ext 206

• Food boxes Monday – Friday from 10am – 4pm (until 7 pm Wednesdays)

• Call to leave a message & reserve a food box.

• Pick up box between 10am & 4pm on the day you call. Call at least a half hour before you pick up your box.

• Pick up the box at Door #2 & ring the doorbell.

• Community meals are available every day at 12pm & 5pm.

• Go to the front office to request a meal.

Kristie ,

entertainment,

Red River Valley Community Action 1013 N 5th St. Grand Forks - 701-746-5431

• Food Pantry / Fresh Food Distribution

• Tuesdays by appointment only

• Must call 1 week in advance

• St. Joseph’s Food Pantry 620 8th Ave S, Grand Forks 701-864-0108

• Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 2pm at Door #3

• Must call from 10 am – 12pm on the day you would like food

HC Community Care Center & Food Pantry

1726 South Washington, Grand Forks (in the Grand Cities Mall behind Thrive Church) - 701-757-3480

• Open Monday – Thursday by appointment only

• Call Monday or Tuesday 9am – 4pm to make an appointment

• More information on Facebook and at gfcarecenter.org

Salvation Army 1600 University Ave, Grand Forks - 701-775-2597

• Open Monday – Friday from 9am -11:30am & 1pm – 2:30pm

Freedom Church Cares

6 N 3rd St., Grand Forks - 701-772-3117

• Open Thursday from 10am – 11am

East Grand Forks Food Shelf

1715 3rd Ave NW, East Grand Forks - 218-773-8083

• Currently only able to provide to East Grand Forks Residents

You have been randomly selected to have Dinner with Dee. You will get a phone call to make arrangements.

January Guests: Linda DeSautel Mike Kittle

February Guests: Denise Fleck Emily Friesen

March Guests: Pamela Stene Rita Ahles

EXTRAEMBRACE THE EXTRA

Empowering Therapyby Kari

Kari Situm, Director of Aging Services

5 Benefits of Exercise for Seniors and Aging Adults

Regular physical activity and exercise for seniors helps improve mental and physical health, both of which will help you maintain your independence as you age

1. Prevent Disease

Studies have shown that maintaining regular physical activity can help prevent many common diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes. Exercise improves overall immune function, which is important for seniors as their immune systems are often compromised. Even light exercise, such as walking, can be a powerful tool for preventable disease management.

2. Improved Mental Health

The mental health benefits of exercise are nearly endless. Exercise produces endorphins (the “feel good” hormone), which act as a stress reliever and leaves you feeling happy and satisfied. In addition, exercise has been linked to improving sleep, which is especially important for older adults who often suffer from insomnia and disrupted sleep patterns.

3. Decreased Risks of Falls

Older adults are at a higher risk of falls, which can prove to be potentially disastrous for maintaining independence. Exercise improves strength and flexibility, which also help improve balance and coordination, reducing the risk of falls. Seniors take much longer to recover from falls, so anything that helps avoid them in the first place is critical.

4. Social Engagement

Whether you join a walking group, go to group fitness class, or visit a gardening club, exercise can be made into a fun social event. Maintaining strong social ties is important for aging adults to feel a sense of purpose and avoid feelings of loneliness or depression. Above all, the key is to find a form of exercise you love, and it will never feel like a chore again.

5. Improved Cognitive Function

Regular physical activity and fine-tuned motor skills benefit cognitive function. Countless studies suggest a lower risk of dementia for physically active individuals, regardless of when you begin a routine.

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November

LaRae Guzman, Director of Human Resources

Fargo Branch directorfargoaehc@gmail.com Amanda Hjelle, Director of Fargo Branch

Linnea Tucker, Program Director

Creamy Vegetable Soup

Homemade Creamy Vegetable Soup is an insanely delicious, creamy vegetable soup without any cream. It’s perfect if you are looking for a vegetarian meal or just something light and easy.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Butter

• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

• ½ cup Onions chopped

• ½ cup Celery chopped

• 1 cup Carrots chopped

• 1 tablespoon Garlic minced

• 1 cup Green Beans chopped

• 1 cup Mushrooms sliced

• 1 cup Broccoli Florets

• 1 cup Corn Kernels

• 1 teaspoon Thyme dried

• 1 teaspoon Oregano dried

• 3 tablespoons Flour

• 4 cups Whole Milk

• 1 teaspoon Salt

• ½ teaspoon ground Pepper

Instructions

Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet and add onions, celery and carrots. Cook till the onions soften,. Add the garlic, beans, mushrooms, broccoli and corn and saute for 2-3 minutes. Mix in the thyme and oregano and add the flour.

Add the flour along with thyme and oregano and cook the flour with veggies for a minute and a half. Add the whole milk slowly, while stirring continuously. Keep stirring.

Add salt and pepper and let everything simmer till the soup thickens. Add a little broth or more milk to thin it out if its too thick for you. Serve hot.

JANUARY

Leah Taylor Assistant Program Director

Community Corner by Leah Take A BITE of Healthy Living

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! 16th

1st

Martin Luther King Day 16th

Blizzard Bash @ ICON Sports Center Join the Grand Forks Parks District for a matinee showing and open skating! 1-4 PM Open Family Skating. 1:30 PM Movie starts. 28th

3:30-10:00 PM. Alerus Center Happy Harry’s Pork & Brew. Chance to pig out on bacon and sample the best craft beers around. 28th

Family Day at the North Dakota Museum of Art

FEBRUARY

Justin Moore - You, Me & Whiskey Tour - 7pm Ralph Engelstad Arena, Grand Forks 5th ........ 10 AM-4PM. Greenway Snow Day @ Lincoln Park. Join the Grand Forks Parks District for a snow-filled day of ice-skating, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding, horse-drawn rides, and cardboard sled races. 10th

3rd

Night to Shine Prom. Hope Church. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs age 14 and older. 13th

Legally Blonde - 7:30pm Chester Fritz Auditorium, Grand Forks, ND 14th

Day

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY! 20th

MARCH 4th

5pm. Feast of Nations. UND. An annual event celebrating culture and showcasing diversity from around the world. 12th

HAPPY ST. PATRICKS DAY!! 18th & 19th

Grand Forks Rec & Leisure Show at the Alerus Center. Tickets at the Door: Daily Adult Admission (17+) $8; Daily Kids Admission (17 & under) FREE 21st

3:30-5:30pm Medication Take Back Event 1375 S Columbia Rd. Come by this event and donate your expired or unused

DRIVING SAFETY

Winter driving can be hazardous and scary, especially in northern regions that get a lot of snow and ice. Additional preparations can help make a trip safer, or help motorists deal with an emergency. This sheet provides safety information to your residents to help prevent motor vehicle injuries due to winter storms.

PREPARE

for the

trip; PROTECT yourself; and PREVENT crashes on the road.

PREPARE

Maintain Your Car: Check battery, tire tread, and windshield wipers, keep your windows clear, put no-freeze fluid in the washer reservoir, and check your antifreeze.

Have On Hand: flashlight, jumper cables, abrasive material (sand, kitty litter, even floor mats), shovel, snow brush and ice scraper, warning devices (like flares) and blankets. For long trips, add food and water, medication and cell phone.

Stopped or Stalled? Stay in your car, don’t overexert, put bright markers on antenna or windows and shine dome light, and, if you run your car, clear exhaust pipe and run it just enough to stay warm.

Plan Your route: Allow plenty of time (check the weather and leave early if necessary), be familiar with the maps/ directions, and let others know your route and arrival time.

Practice Cold Weather Driving!

• During the daylight, rehearse maneuvers slowly on ice or snow in an empty lot.

• Steer into a skid.

• Know what your brakes will do: stomp on antilock brakes, pump on non-antilock brakes.

• Stopping distances are longer on water-covered ice and ice.

• Don’t idle for a long time with the windows up or in an enclosed space.

PROTECTYOURSELF

• Buckle up and use child safety seats properly.

• Never place a rear-facing infant seat in front of an air bag.

• Children 12 and under are much safer in the back seat.

PREVENT CRASHES

• Drugs and alcohol never mix with driving.

• Slow down and increase distances between cars.

• Keep your eyes open for pedestrians walking in the road.

• Avoid fatigue – Get plenty of rest before the trip, stop at least every three hours, and rotate drivers if possible.

• If you are planning to drink, designate a sober driver

10 Fun Facts About Aging

There’s a cultural phenomenon that surrounds the concept of aging. Most choose to perceive and experience aging negatively, when in fact, there are myriad reasons why aging should be seen as an ultimately positive thing. Don’t believe us? Here are 10 facts about aging that might change your mind.

1. As our first of 10 fun facts about aging, let’s start off simple. Since 1960, US life expectancy has risen 8.7 years

2. Your creative capacity doesn’t shrivel away in the slightest. Take the German philosopher Immanuel Kant for example. He published what are arguably some of his greatest works between ages 60 and 80.

3.

It’s never too late to start a successful business, either. Did you know that Harlan David Sanders – better known by the familiar moniker Colonel Sanders – founded Kentucky Fried Chicken at the age of 65.

4. On top of that, as of February 2019, more than 20 percent of adults over age 65 are either working or looking for work, compared with 10 percent in 1985. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the trend of older people working to continue, estimating that 13 million Americans aged 65 and older will be in the labor force by 2024.

5. That might be the right way to go, considering working past retirement can help you achieve longevity.

6.

Though, the key to longevity is in your lifestyle. One report argues that only 30% of the characteristics associated with aging are determined by genetics. The other 70% is determined by the way you choose to live your life.

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So choose to be happy! Actually, a 2008 Gallup poll showed that more people report feeling happier as they get older than vice versa. Specifically, this starts happening after age 50. So, this shouldn’t be too much of a challenge.

Now for some real fun. Studies show that as you age, your body sweats less.

9. And so much for getting soft! Researchers have suggested that the older you get, the more competitive you become.

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In addition, exercise and physical activity may possibly improve or maintain some aspects of cognitive function, such as your ability to shift quickly between tasks, plan an activity, and ignore irrelevant information.

Workplace Wellness by LaRae

LaRae, Guzman, Human Resources Director

Now that the hustle and bustle of the holiday season has come to a close, it’s time for some much-needed relaxation and a chance to finally catch your breath.

Although the holidays promise nothing but magical moments and jolly good cheer, the season can often spark a whirlwind of strong emotions.

Practicing Self-Care After The Holiday

With all of the family bonding, jam-packed schedules and expectations, it’s no wonder we may feel burnt out, exhausted and overwhelmed once the new year comes around. If we don’t properly cope with the feelings that emerge during the holidays, the emotions can linger and wreak havoc on our minds and bodies. That’s why setting aside “me” time after the long month of December is crucial for our health and wellbeing.

Once the holidays are over, the new year is all

about the self. We let go of bad habits that no longer serve us. We set goals to improve our lives and strive to achieve them. So, what better way is there to kick off a new year and a new decade than by following self-care practices that will leave you feeling refreshed, refocused and recentered for the upcoming year. If you’re in need of a little TLC at the start of 2023, these tips and tricks will replace stress and anxiety with an abundance of peace and tranquility.

• Record your thoughts

• Break a sweat

• Practice meditating

• Express gratitude

So, if you find yourself complaining about everything that went wrong over the holidays, make a mental note of everything that went right.

Grand Forks, ND 58201

2211 S. Washington St. - Suite A

Family Recipes

Taco Lavosh

Ingredients

• Cracker crust (12-14 inch)

• 1 lb hamburger

• 1 can refried beans

• Taco seasoning

• Shredded Cheese

• Black Olives

Directions

Submitted by... Lachen S.

• Jalapeno

• Onion

• Lettuce

• Hot Sauce

• Gauc

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cook 1lb hamburger with taco seasoning till hamburger is fully cooked. Then Prepare Lavosh crust with a layer of refried beans, spread evenly. Then top with cooked hamburger. Place lavosh on baking sheet and place into oven on middle rack. Cook for 15-20 minutes and then add shredded cheese and place back in oven for another few minutes until cheese is melted. Now you can add all other ingredients and Enjoy!

Submitted by... Ashley T.

Ingredients

Pepperoni Hot Dish

• 1 1/2 - 2 pounds hamburger or ground beef

• 1 small onion, diced

• 1 can Cheddar cheese soup

• 1 can tomato soup

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1/2 teaspoon oregano

• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

• 1 teaspoon sugar

Submitted by... Kari S.

• 6 - 8 potatoes, sliced

• 1 package pepperoni slices

• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions: Brown hamburger and onion. Mix the cheddar cheese soup and add 1/2 cup milk. Mix tomato soup and oregano then mix in sugar. Set these aside. Place in a 9x13-inch pan. Layer the potatoes on the bottom of the pan, add hamburger and onion mixture. Add cheddar cheese soup mixture and spread over top of hamburger then dump tomato soup mixture. Cover top with sliced pepperoni. Cover with foil and Bake at 400 degrees for 15 min, then 350 degrees, for 45 min or until potatoes are tender. Remove foil and top with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Bake until the cheese melts. Enjoy!

If you would like to submit a “Family Recipe” for this page, please email a photo of your recipe card to Tina at: tinaneilaehc@gmail.com.