Newton Presbyterian Manor
SEPTEMBER 2022
Six local artists among Art is Ageless® masterpiece level winners Six winning artists in Newton Presbyterian Manor’s annual Art is Ageless® juried competition will be featured in the 2023 Art is Ageless calendar produced by PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America®). “Fallen Leaves,” a Mixed Media/Crafts entry by Arlys Deckert, “Booker’s Oops,” a Painting entry by Joey Giblin, and “Sunday at Grandma’s,” a Painting entry by Carol Zerger, will appear in the calendar when it is released this fall.
“Fallen Leaves,” by Arlys Deckert
Works by local winners are automatically entered into a masterpiece level competition with winning art from 14 other PMMA® communities. More than 170 entries were received for this year’s masterpiece competition. The winners are featured in the Art is Ageless calendar with pull-out postcards and greeting cards. “In the Mood,” a Mixed Media/Crafts entry by Betty Duffy Eller, will be featured on the pull-out postcards included in the 2023 calendar. “Full Moon,” a Drawing entry by Betty Duffy Eller, and “COVID Consternation,” a Quilting entry by Margo Schrag, will be included in the calendar’s honorable mention gallery. “Church in the Wildwood,” a Christmas entry by Rita Patterson, will be featured on Art is Ageless greeting cards. “We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Emily Trask, executive director. “Art is Ageless is unique in featuring only the works of senior artists. Our artists prove that “Booker’s Oops,” by Joey Giblin
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Community welcomes Tina Jehner as new human resources director When Newton Presbyterian Manor announced it had hired Tina Jehner as its new human resources director back in May, the process Tina Jehner, was a little more human resources unusual than director normal. She got the job without ever actually applying for it. “I actually applied for a recruiter position in the home office, but they thought I’d be a good fit for the position here,” said Tina. Tina had worked for the state of Kansas for 16 years where she began her career in human resources and eventually climbed the ranks to become human resources manager. The position was not only a great fit professionally, but geographically as well. “I live in El Dorado, so it’s a straight shot over here—except when the cows get out…that slows me down,” said Tina. In her new role, Tina is primarily involved in employee recruitment which she says has provided her with a great introduction to the inner workings of the community. “I’m the first point of contact for new employees at the Manor,” said Tina. “That carries all of the way through
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Chaplains learning and team-building For the first time, chaplains from across our PMMA communities gathered together in August for learning, and team-building.
The chaplains left the conference with a lot to think about and plenty of ideas to take back to their communities.
The chaplains came to Wichita to participate in the Global Leadership Summit, a worldwide event simulcast out of Chicago, that focused not only on leadership but on personal growth as well.
“I took pages of notes that I will be reviewing and applying where needed,” said Chaplain Spring, sharing that he already has plenty of thoughts to share with the rest of the leadership team at Wichita Presbyterian Manor during the devotional at their daily meeting.
“The variety of teachers used the accomplishments in their lives to inspire and motivate each of us to continue to develop in our own lives,” said Wichita Presbyterian Manor Chaplain Greg Spring. “Together our chaplains learned, were inspired and motivated.”
“Leadership is about building
relationships,” said Rev. Dutta as she recapped what she took away from the summit. “Caring for residents or employees, and treating them as a family is the key to leadership.” The chaplains say they were grateful for the opportunity to keep growing. “On behalf of all our Chaplains, I would like to thank PMMA for investing in our lives and careers by making the Global Leadership Summit a Networking opportunity,” said Chaplain Spring. u
Lawrence Presbyterian Manor Chaplain Rev. Dinah Dutta agrees. “I was reassured, and uplifted by the talks, and blessed to meet the other chaplains,” she said. The chaplains did spend some time away from the summit for meals and a group activity. PMMA CEO Bruce Shogren joined the chaplains, offering uplifting words about the importance of the chaplains’ work in each of our PMMA communities, which underscores service guided by Christian values. Rev. Dutta appreciated how the chaplains encouraged each other “to love one another, respect, and be part of our mission.” Like us on Facebook to stay updated on news and events.
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OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.
Renovations Update Renovations are coming along nicely in the main halls of our Assisted Living community in addition to our main dining room and beauty shop. “The renovation is beautiful,” says Emily Trask, executive director. “It brightens the space, it is welcoming and will bring our residents together.”
“In the Mood,” by Betty Duffy Eller “Sunday at Grandma’s,” by Carol Zerger
One phase of remodeling is done while another one has just begun. The goal is to provide a relaxing place for residents and their families. “It changes the whole feel of the campus,” said Emily. u
“Church in the Wildwood,” by Rita Patterson
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“COVID Consternation,” by Margo Schrag
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Bravo of the Month goes to Sarah Schmitt Sarah Schmitt, Life Enrichment Assistant was selected as the most recent Bravo recipient. To recognize Sarah, Tina Weber wrote “You are an all-around blessing to nursing, transportation, activities, social working. You do it all and carry things at home. I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say you are a blessing and you deserve a BIG BRAVO!!!”. u Emily Trask and Sarah Schmitt
art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.” For more information about Newton Presbyterian Manor, contact Emily Trask, executive director, at 316-283-5400 or etrask@pmma.org. For more on Art is Ageless, visit ArtIsAgeless.org. u
“Full Moon,” by Betty Duffy Eller
Jehner– continued from page 1 to when they’ve started and are getting trained – it’s been great because it’s forced me to learn more about the Manor than just my role.” Five months into her new job, Tina says the main thing she has learned about the community is the friendliness and positivity of the residents and her fellow staff members. “I’m really enjoying the people,” said Tina. “Everyone has such a great, positive attitude and seems to enjoy being here.” Away from work, Tina spends most of her time attending the sporting events of her three children or taking in some of the entertainment opportunities in nearby Wichita. u Newton Presbyterian Manor | A PMMA COMMUNITY
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Newton Presbyterian Manor shares customer service survey responses Newton Presbyterian Manor continues to seek customer feedback through monthly telephone surveys. Each month, residents and their representatives are randomly selected to participate in telephone satisfaction surveys conducted by Pinnacle Quality Insight. The graphic highlights some of the survey results. All scores are given on a 5-point scale, with 5 being the highest score and 1 the lowest score. Between July 2021 and June 2022, Newton Presbyterian Manor residents and their families gave the community high scores for showing dignity and respect, providing safety and security, and an easy move-in process. They also said they would recommend the community to others.
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“I would tell them I feel safe and secure here,” said one resident.
We greatly value the opinions of our residents and their representatives about the care and services we “I appreciate the security, convenience, the caring,” said another. provide, and we encourage them to participate honestly when contacted “The people are generally friendly. You can have as much privacy as you by Pinnacle Quality Insight. All state and federal confidentiality laws are wish. The campus is beautiful.” met in Pinnacle’s service. u
We Score! Source: Pinnacle Quality Insight (12 month ave. July 2021 - June 2022)
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Dignity & Respect
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