Commun ty Matters Newton Presbyterian Manor
Chaplain’s corner:
All the glory goes to God By Jerroll Martens, chaplain Newton Presbyterian Manor
“…whatsoever you do, do all to the glory of God.” (I Corinthians 10:31) This verse reminds us that our Christianity should impact all we do, and should do so seven days a week. Christ should be honored every day by our lives, not just on Sundays. First, life is to be lived for the honor and glory of God, and should not be self-centered. The natural tendency is to think of one’s self first and to act accordingly. The Christian should have a God-focus, not a focus on self. Loving and serving God should have priority. This verse also reminds us that the daily chores of life can bring glory to God. The factory worker, the custodian, the housewife with children and the company president can—and should—do their work to honor God and serve others. God ordained work and we should do it for his glory.
August 2018
Dannica’s mission? Taking work to the next level When she started at Newton Presbyterian Manor eight years ago, Dannica Avendano was a CNA just out of school. Since then, she’s received at least two scholarships from Presbyterian Manor for continuing her education, and accolades for her work at the community. “I received a scholarship when I went back to school for my LPN and then again when I went through school to complete the prerequisites for the RN program,” Dannica said. Dannica has applied for the RN program at Hutchinson Community College and another scholarship from Presbyterian Manor. Recipients will be announced soon. “I don’t want to say I’m stuck right now, but I feel as if it’s time for me to take the next step in my career and advance myself. I know what I’m capable of, and I feel like I’m capable of more,” said Dannica.
Congratulations to Dannica Avendano, “Nurse of the Year,” who received the award from her peers during Nurses Week in June.
Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America provides scholarships each year to staff in the healthcare field as a way to continue their education. “I have so many student loans from before getting this scholarship that DANNICA, continued on page 2
Dear Presbyterian Manor family, I had a very happy and blessed 101st birthday. The birthday party at the Broadway Apartments was very nice, with so many relatives and friends coming with all their cards and good wishes. Thank you all so much for your kindness and thoughtfulness.
Upcoming events The monthly events calendar is posted on our website at: NewtonPresbyterianManor. org/upcoming-events Check this page for the latest schedule of day trips, exercise classes, chapel events and special programs. Guests are welcome!
Love, Ruth Vander Wilt
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Receiving another scholarship would mean continuing her career and advancing her opportunities as a nurse.
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“I really want to be successful in my career, and I really feel very passionate about what I do. I’m hard working and dedicated,” Dannica said.
To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Noelle at ndickinson@pmma.org. Telephone: 316-283-5400 Fax: 316-284-5900 Address: 1200 E. Seventh, Newton, KS 67114-2862 Our mission: We provide quality senior services guided by Christian values. NewtonPresbyterianManor.org
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I would not have gone back to school if I had not had access to this scholarship,” she said.
Community Matters August 2018
Dannica’s hard work hasn’t gone unnoticed. In May, she was voted “Nurse of the Year” by the Newton Presbyterian Manor staff. “When I saw they were voting on this, I decided not to vote because everyone here is a really hard worker, and everyone deserves it. We’re all super stars! When I got it, I was very shocked.”
The award fueled her desire to keep striving for the next thing. “As a nurse, you always wonder if you’re doing the right thing and making the right choices. To get that award, it was validation that I am doing something right. It’s been such a great experience working here the past eight years, and I can’t imagine going anywhere else and having that ‘home away from home’ type of family like I do here,” she said. Cheering her on from the sidelines is a supportive family. Dannica’s husband, Alex, her three stepchildren, and her grandmother and mother are her biggest fans. “My grandmother got her high school diploma when she was 55. I have a really good support team,” she said. Like us on Facebook
Flag Day Ice Cream Social In honor of our county’s first responders, Presbyterian Manor holds an ice cream social on Flag Day each year. It gives those of us who live and work at Presbyterian Manor a casual time to connect with first responders when it’s not an emergency. As a small thank you for their service to us and so many others, campus neighbors and staff stuff toy animals to send along with crews on calls that may involve children. We enjoy giving back to the Newton community, and this is one way we can do so.
Marc Kessinger presented the CNA/ CMAs of the year for 2018 with their certificates. Voted by their peers, Ellie Gosch, Chad Loyles and Clarice McCartney took home the hardware.
Bravo of the Month The Bravo of the Month goes to Abby Harrison, medical records coordinator. Laura Stewart writes, “Abby recently transferred all of the resident-centered programs from the old database system to the new one. For those not familiar with this process, it is a huge, time-consuming and tedious process, and is very much a social services task. Abby volunteered to do this, and her help is so greatly appreciated. Thanks so much!” For her efforts, not only does Abby receive the recognition voted on by her peers, but she also received certificates for dinner and a movie. Like us on Facebook
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Block party Early morning thunderstorms did not dampen the spirits of anyone enjoying our annual all-campus neighborhood block party in the Haury Place courtyard. Neighbors from all six dining rooms and across the campus joined in the beautiful courtyard to celebrate the arrival of summertime.
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