Commun ty Matters Lawrence Presbyterian Manor
December 2015
Colds and flu are back in season
A celebration 40 years in the making
As we near the peak months for cold and flu season, it’s a good time to review tips for prevention and treatment.
Lawrence Presbyterian Manor is preparing for a yearlong celebration in honor of our 40th birthday.
Getting the flu vaccine is still one of the best things you can do for your health in wintertime. There is no truth to the myth that you can catch the illness from the vaccine. The injection contains only a killed version of the virus. People 65 years or older run a higher risk of complications from the flu, as do people with chronic medical conditions such as asthma, emphysema, heart disease, and diabetes. It can, however, take up to two weeks for the flu vaccine to take effect, so the earlier, the better. But they are usually available through February. Good hand-washing routines are another top defense against illness. Wash hands with soap and warm water for at least 30 seconds, or use alcohol-based sanitizer, whenever you have been out in public -- especially in a community living environment. Viruses can live on hard surfaces for COLDS, continued on page 5
A year-long celebration in honor of our 40th birthday
In 40 years, LPM has become well-known to many in the Lawrence community and beyond. Generations of families have lived within our walls and enjoyed easy living in their retirement years. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren have run our halls, filling it with laughter and the sounds of little voices. All the holiday parties to celebrate family and fellowship each year. Educators, homemakers, professionals, artists, musicians and many others have created an exciting environment to live and work in.
Our unique sculpture still stands strong today. This symbol of love and concern is easily seen by all our visitors and those who drive by.
We have one goal – to provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. As one of two continuing care retirement communities in Lawrence, we are proud to provide the care and services our residents and the Lawrence community need. Over the years, LPM adapted services provided to ensure our residents had the best care available. And even with changes over the years, one thing is still the same – the rich and full lives of our residents will continue into the future. Below is a short article from the Manor Messenger, Summer 1977, talking about the artwork on the front of the building. Enjoy the story, and watch for more celebrations to come! Unique Sculpture Intrigues Visitors Many visitors have inquired about the interesting sculpture design which appears on the front of the Lawrence Presbyterian Manor. It is symbol which forms a cross. Robert S. Slemmons, the architect of the Lawrence Presbyterian Manor, commissioned John Whitfield from Topeka to do the work. The sculpture is based upon a passage of scripture, Rev. 2: 18-19, which reads, ‘This is the message from the Son of God, whose eyes blaze like CELEBRATION continued on page 5