Salina Community Matters - July 2022

Salina Presbyterian Manor

Mary’s Musings

By Mary Bridges, Chaplain JULY 2022

Community celebrates PMMA history with Founder’s Day activities Salina Presbyterian Manor celebrated Founder’s Day with a party for residents and staff.

(Jeremiah 29:11, NIV).

Mary Bridges

This scripture has spoken to me throughout my life. Most of the time, it has been a comfort.

Occasionally, I have questioned God: “Really? How is this obstacle going to bring hope for the future?”

This past couple of years have been challenging, and many of us are questioning where we are headed.

"This party has been in the makings for a couple years, as we were all waiting for COVID to subside so we could celebrate with one another,” said Cathy Boos, director of sales and marketing.

Founder’s Day honors the vision of those who established senior living communities guided by Christian Christian Gilbert, Presbyterian Manor executive director, and resident Connie Johnson share a moment during the celebration.

Residents Norma Frank and Jane Weathers picked out some accessories to wear for the Founder’s Day photo booth.

“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future’”

values. In the 1940s, Alice Kalb, a widow from central Kansas, appealed to a Presbyterian Church organization to establish a home for seniors. Her vision laid the foundation for the first Presbyterian Manor community in Newton, Kan. Today, 15 senior living communities operate under the umbrella of PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America).

Although Founder’s Day is an annual tradition, the COVID-19 pandemic put

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My plan was to someday retire from Salina Presbyterian Manor. You know what they say: “You make plans, and God laughs.” I was given an opportunity that I could not pass up, and I am leaving to serve as a chaplain for Salina Hospice. The position will enable me to facilitate more grief and loss groups in our community, work I love and feel called to do.

I will also work fewer hours and enjoy a more flexible schedule. I look forward to having lunch with my hubby every day and spending more time with a new greatgrandson, who is expected in August.

Although I am looking forward to a

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OUR TEAM Executive Director Christian Gilbert cgilbert@pmma.org Director of Nursing, Health Care Amanda Dean adean@pmma.org Assisted Living Director of Nursing Amy Thompson athompson@pmma.org Director of Sales & Marketing Cathy Boos cboos@pmma.org Human Resources Director Tammy Lockhart tlockhart@pmma.org Environmental Services Director Anthony DeLaurentis adelaurentis@pmma.org Director of Dining Services Jerome Bettinger jbettinger@pmma.org Life Enrichment Director Courtney Lovell clovell@pmma.org

Thanks to our employees who persevered through the pandemic Over the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, Salina Presbyterian Manor faced enormous challenges. Still, more than 75 employees stuck with us through heightened infection protocols, staffing shortages, and the many other difficulties presented by a worldwide health crisis.

Please join us in giving a round of applause to the team members who persevered. We are incredibly thankful for their dedication to the Salina Presbyterian Manor community and especially to our residents.

Employees who worked from March 2020–March 2022 are listed by department. They are: Assisted Living Janet Beemer Kathi Blouch Nancy Doss Brooklynne Herwig Jackie Herwig Bylli Hoppock Margo Hyman Mary Kersey Shelly Korte Jenny LeTourneau Mary McElrafth Jessica Rose Donna Smith Jamie Smith Amy Thompson Charlene Weis

Pam Bolte Jordan Lerma

Activities Alycia Aranda Pat Piper Valerie Peterson Lacey Buhrle

Business Office Becky Augustine Karen Jurgensmeier Shanna King Jeanne LaPier

Beauty Salon Sherry Valentine Kate James

Dining Services Penny Miller Antonio Castro Ashley Miller Penne Clapsaddle Pat Klenda

Housekeeping and Laundry Services Icela Deluna, Christi Levitt Kathy Hixenbaugh

Doug Funk Camryn Cooper Shelli Hahn Tina Dennis Pat Champelli Lisa Cyr Mamie Perez

Amber Hamilton Larey Higgins Emma Hilbert Drew Long (PRN) Harlee Long Courtney Lovell Amy Peterson Sarah Schale Health Care Madi Searcy Lisa Anderson Kendra Smith Brianna Augustine Susan Spiller Delia Bates Ricky Voth Mason Barnum (PRN) Lacey Ward Diya Bhakta (PRN) Alexandra Winingham Trinity Blundred (PRN) Amanda Dean Amber Clair Hope Linenberger Ariel Dechant (PRN) Olivia Dix (PRN) Maintenance Richelle Florke (PRN) Department Emily Francis Matt Bachofer Jodi Gawith Shawn Bretton Saluda Geist Anthony DeLaurentis Stephanie Goetz (PRN) JD Pickle u Christina Golladay-Bauer

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COMMUNITY MATTERS | July 2022

is published monthly for residents and friends of Salina Presbyterian Manor

by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

To submit or suggest articles: cboos@PMMA.org Christian Gilbert, executive director Cathy Boos, sales and marketing director

OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.

Founder’s Day – continued from page 1 a damper on festivities for the past couple of years. That’s why this year’s party was so special, Cathy said.

Attendees at the outdoor celebration enjoyed funnel cakes and Shirley Temples. Staff and residents played games and won prizes. Local musician Randy Baldwin provided live music, and many residents took to the dance floor.

Celebrants even had the chance to get tattooed — temporarily, of course!

“Getting back to normal is the mission at Presbyterian Manor these days,” Cathy said. “Activities within the community have begun again and volunteers are welcome in the building.” u

Residents with good aim had the opportunity to soak staff members sitting in the “dunk tank.”

Residents Frank Bieker and Charlie Weathers get temporary tattoos.

Sweet treats included funnel cakes and Shirley Temples.

Musings– continued from page 1 new chapter in my life, leaving this community will be heartwrenching. Over the years, scores of residents and family members have shared their life journeys with me. I have an enormous amount of affection for them and for our hardworking and dedicated staff. I will miss everyone immensely.

Members of the Presbyterian Manor leadership team pose with a Founder’s Day banner. From left: Cathy Boos, Amy Thompson, Tammy Lockhart, Lacey Buhrle, Anthony DeLaurentis, Christian Gilbert and Shanna King.

I will continue to pray for all of you in my daily devotions.

Blessings to each of you, “until our paths cross again.” u

Salina Presbyterian Manor | A PMMA COMMUNITY

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2601 E. Crawford Salina, KS 67401-3898 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Employee of the Month:

Jeanne LaPier

June Birthdays Barbara Smith: July 2

Frank Bieker: July 15

Congratulations to Jeanne LaPier, employee of the month for June.

Robert Killian: July 3

Diane O'Connor: July 17

Jane Ghan: July 10

Loren Marler: July 19

Jeanne started working at Salina Presbyterian Manor as a door screener during the pandemic. She now serves as an administrative assistant.

Mary Havel: July 14

She is originally from Mooers Forks, New York and has three children: Jon, Lindsay and Morgan.

Jeanne Lapier EOM In her free time, Jeanne enjoys scrapbooking, reading, camping and spending time with her family.

We are so happy to have Jeanne as a part of the Presbyterian Manor family! u

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