Farmington Presbyterian Manor
APRIL 2020
Safety update Presbyterian Manor Families of Residents, and Visitors,
For Jeannine Koen, LPN, Farmington Presbyterian Manor is all about family
Keeping our residents and staff healthy is a top priority for PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica). We fully understand health care workers and seniors are at a higher risk of experiencing serious infections, so our staff members are doing their very best to stay current on every change that is occurring in this rapidly changing environment.
“I’m from Farmington and have lived here most of my life. I’m the oldest of eight girls, and I’ve always been a caretaker. My mother-in-law and father-in-law both lived here. When my mother-in-law was ill and on dialysis, that is what took me into nursing. I PRN’d here when I first got out of nursing school. Then I went away for a while, came back and have been here ever since,” said Jeannine.
On March 13, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced strict in-person visitation guidelines for senior health care communities. All PMMA communities are enforcing limited access for in-person visitation.
Jeannine Koen, right, with assisted living resident Mary Vial.
Family is what brought Jeannine Koen to Farmington Presbyterian Manor, and it’s what makes her stay after almost a decade.
Nine years later, Jeannine continues to connect with residents and enjoys the extended family she’s gained over the years. “I just love my job. Presbyterian Manor is a good place to work. I get enjoyment out of sitting down and listening to the residents’ history. They are so interesting. I love taking care of them. You feel like you’re making a difference in their lives when you come in. You become one KOEN - continued on page 2
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Jeannine’s love for the Presbyterian Manor is something she shares with two of her grandchildren, too.
My grandson is an EMT, and I’m helping him go through school to become a paramedic. He started his career here. My granddaughter is a CNA in training. She’s taking care of my residents in assisted living who have been sent to the healthcare side. It’s interesting to watch her and talk with her about the care they’re getting. I tell my grandkids you have to get a job you feel good about doing, not just for money or time off. Do it for what you’re doing it for and what you’ll get in the long run.”
“I have a granddaughter and grandson who have worked here.
For Jeannine, working with seniors at Presbyterian Manor is for
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big family, community. You have special moments where you can sit down and connect with people. It’s the sweetest thing and it’s why I’m still here. You bond with certain residents and take care of them. And the families will say they appreciate you taking care of their loved ones every day,” said Jeannine.
inspiration and relationships. “These residents inspire us as much as we inspire them. It makes it so much fun to work. I’ve been here nine years and I don’t think one time I’ve ever thought about not going into work because you always have someone you need to take to an appointment or who’s sick and needs care. It’s your responsibility.” To learn more about Farmington Presbyterian Manor, contact Anne Allen, director of marketing and development, at 573-756-6768 or aallen@pmma.org. ◆
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Community Matters
is published monthly for residents and friends of Farmington Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizaton.
To submit or suggest articles: aallen@PMMA.org Jane Hull, executive director Anne Allen, marketing director
OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.
Employee spotlight: Anna Barton For nearly 27 years, Anna Barton has been a familiar and trusted face around Farmington Presbyterian Manor. As medical records coordinator, Anna ensures that each resident’s medical information is always up to date and organized in a way that facilitates the best treatment possible. When asked, Anna attributes her longevity with Farmington Presbyterian Manor to both the organization itself and her own commitment to its residents. “I think the ways of Presbyterian Manor is what has made me so content for so long,” said Anna. “The residents and their needs are always first and foremost— whatever is needed to provide the best care we can is what we do.” Anna also acknowledges that her individual responsibilities within the organization are a perfect match with her own strengths and skill sets.
transition,” said Anna. Anna also attributes both her success and her overall happiness in her job to those she works with on a day-to-day basis. “There are tough situations or obstacles in any job, but it just always seems to work out fine when there is such a good group of people,” said Anna. “We all pull together and do what’s needed of us to get through.” Away from work, Anna spends much of her time keeping up with her 14-year-old son and enjoys crafting—with a particular passion for engraving. “I love that I can make something personalized for someone that they will never be able to buy anywhere,” said Anna.◆
Anna Barton and her son Hunter serving at the Chicken & Dumpling dinner and silent auction.
“I have always been a detailoriented person, and the medical records position offers me all I could want of organizing, auditing and ensuring a record is complete,” said Anna. Even during recent times of transition within the Medical Records Department, Anna has enjoyed her work and has always been able to take a step back and look at the big picture. “It has been a little bit of a challenge as we converted to mostly electronic records but at the same time, the possibilities of what the system is capable of are endless. It has been exciting to watch the
Anna Barton and DON Peggy Bland at the service awards banquet where Anna was celebrated for 25 years of service. Farmington Presbyterian Manor | A PMMA COMMUNITY
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In the spotlight: Carol Winch Farmington Presbyterian Manor’s Life Enrichment Director Carol Winch recently shared her excitement for the new Fellowship Center and what it means for residents, volunteers and the Farmington community.
How long have you worked at Farmington Presbyterian Manor? I’ve been the life enrichment director in this community for 14 years. I have the best job, and I don’t know where else you can go to get paid to have fun!
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We have a great volunteer program. With more activities, there will be more opportunities for Farmington community members to get involved. What is an activity you will be able to offer that you couldn’t before?
There are many ideas! Canvas painting and large entertainment like square dancing. I’m really excited about children’s groups coming in for recitals What changes have you seen and performances. Cooking regarding seniors since you demonstrations and recipe sharing started working here 14 years ago? are two activities the residents love. We’ll be able to offer more in Seniors now want to be more active. The music used to be gospel the way of art classes so the Art is Ageless program and exhibit will and country, now it’s the 50’s and be greatly enhanced with the new 60’s “oldies.” They want more fine space. arts/crafts. Bingo is still beloved! Why did you give to the Give. What are you most excited about Gather. Grow. Campaign? with the new Fellowship Center? I’m excited there will be space for more family inclusion with resident activities. There will now be space to allow more people to come together. Also, the space for spreading out and exercising. The quality of the programs will be improved because there will be time to set up for activities without having to constantly be rearranging the dining room. What will the outside area bring to the residents? Being outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine will be amazing for residents, families and staff. It will be so nice to have outdoor activities in the beautified outdoor space spring through fall. How do you see volunteers being
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I think the Fellowship Center is so important for the residents to have —it’s a gift to them. If people could see the looks on the faces of the residents even as they are watching the center being built, they would see the joy and excitement it is bringing. I feel like the gift is for me!
Carol Winch
Carol Winch takes a resident out to check out the work on the new Hull Family Fellowship Center.
How can the community help? We are still $16,000 away from our campaign goal so donations are welcome. We would also welcome art and activity supplies and volunteers. To donate to the Give. Gather. Grow. Campaign, go to https:// www.farmingtongiving.org/waysto-give/. Learn more on FaceBook at
Work is progressing on the Hull Family Fellowship Center at Presbyterian Manor. https://www.facebook.com/ FarmingtonPresbyterianManor or call 573-756-6768. ◆
Devotional: The eternal hope of Easter We often think of Easter as a time of hope. Jesus is alive! Death is defeated. He is RISEN!! But how do we live a life of joy and hope when our world is turned upside down, and we’re uncertain what tomorrow will hold?
The Bible tells us in Psalm 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” It seems the first step for finding hope this Easter season is to stop and reflect on the love that is being offered to us every second of our lives. Jesus is with us, even when our loved ones can’t be. Jesus sees and knows our struggles and fears, and He walks with us through them. Matthew 28:6 says, “He is not here; He has risen, just as he said…” What life-changing, miraculous words! The grave could not hold Him. His LOVE overcame death.
He rose again, victorious! And He loves and sees you, right where you are. And He is with you. Our Easter celebrations may look a little different this year, but take heart friends, our God is the same yesterday, today and forever (Hebrews 13:8). May we continue to look forward to celebrating
Easter and our Risen Savior as we are reminded that no matter what we’ve been through in the past, what we’re facing today, or what uncertainties tomorrow may bring, Christ alone is our HOPE. He defeated death, He rose from the grave and He makes all things new. Amen! ◆
Source: Pinnacle Quality Insight (12 month ave. Jan. - Dec. 2019)
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4.93 Move-in Process ASSISTED LIVING
4.83
Dignity & Respect
INDEPENDENT LIVING
4.85
Admission Process PATH
4.85
Recommend to Others HEALTH CARE
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Visitors who meet the end-of-life exception should: • Expect to complete a questionnaire about recent travel, health status and COVID-19 risks. The questionnaire will be signed and dated and kept on file at the community; • Have their temperature taken upon entering the community; • Wash hands with soap and warm water for 20 seconds, rubbing palms together, cleaning between fingers and the backs of hands; • Utilize hand sanitization stations prior to entering and upon leaving resident rooms;
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• Limit movement within the community to your resident’s room and limit the number of surfaces touched; • Limit physical contact with the resident through social distancing – no hugging, kissing or handshaking – and remain 6 feet apart; • Report to the community any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 or acute illness within 14 days after visiting the community. Personal protective equipment (PPE), which includes gloves, masks and gowns, are available as necessary. In the meantime, we encourage you to contact your resident family
members via telephone and email. We have also established electronic communication options. Please contact your local Presbyterian Manor offices for information. This situation continues to change daily, if not more frequently. The most up-to-date information about our COVID-19 response and visitation policies will be posted to our website and our Facebook page. We greatly appreciate your support in our efforts to keep your family members/our residents and community healthy. Sincerely, Your PMMA Team