Newton Presbyterian Manor
MARCH 2021
Art is Ageless® exhibit and reception to showcase senior artists Executive Director Marc Kessinger receives a COVID-19 vaccine, along with residents and staff.
Senior living residents, staff receive welcome vaccinations for COVID-19
After months of being on the front lines in the battle against COVID-19, Newton Presbyterian Manor has completed the first two rounds of resident and staff vaccinations for the disease. With first doses given Jan. 12, and the second on Feb. 2, a third clinic is scheduled for those few who had their first dose in February. “There’s no doubt the senior population has been hit hard by the virus, along with the health care workers who’ve treated them,” said Marc Kessinger, executive director. “We couldn’t be happier to know there’s finally a bit of light at the end of such a difficult year.” The vaccine clinic was made possible through the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program. Newton Presbyterian Manor received the Pfizer vaccine. Harold Reid is Newton Presbyterian Manor’s oldest resident, turning 100 this month. He was also the first to receive the vaccine. “I’m thrilled to be able to receive this vaccine,” said Reid. “It’s encouraging VACCINE - continued on page 3
Local senior artists will be celebrated March 25 through April 9 at Newton Presbyterian Manor as the community hosts its annual Art is Ageless® exhibit and continues to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Art is Ageless® program. The Art is Ageless exhibit will be held virtually for friends of the program on the community’s Facebook page, Facebook.com/ NewtonPresbyterianManor. Winners will be announced on Facebook. Art is Ageless is a trademarked program of PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America). The program offers senior artists the opportunity to share and display their artwork and reaffirms the agelessness of human creativity. ART - continued on page 2
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“It’s inspiring to see the beautiful pieces these artists have created,” said Noelle Dickinson, marketing director. “The joy it brings to them and others is wonderful, and that’s something we want to celebrate and share with the entire Newton community.” The first Art is Ageless calendar was published in 1981, featuring art from Presbyterian Manor community residents. Since then, the program has expanded to include a juried art competition open to all seniors age 65 and older. Winning pieces at the community level move on to a masterpiece level judging to determine which pieces are featured in the annual calendar and note cards. For more information about Art is Ageless, visit ArtIsAgeless.org. ◆
COVID-19 updates continue Get the latest updates on visitation status, ongoing safety measures and PMMA’s response to COVID-19 on your community website at NewtonPresbyterianManor.org/covid-19. Visitation status is updated weekly on Mondays and as needed as our COVID status changes. You can also send a message to any resident with the Art is Ageless® e-greeting cards. Find a link on the COVID-19 update page.
Vaccine distribution has begun in our community. Every person who receives the vaccine will strengthen the protection for all residents, staff and the community at-large. PMMA strongly encourages our families, employees and residents to carefully consider obtaining a vaccine for themselves as well as their loved ones. ◆
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is published monthly for residents and friends of Newton Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
To submit or suggest articles: ndickinson@PMMA.org Marc Kessinger, executive director Noelle Dickinson, marketing director
OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.
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to know there’s much to look forward to after a year of challenges. I can’t say enough about the incredible staff here at Newton Presbyterian Manor and how they’ve handled the past year with professionalism and dedication.” “Knowing that I’ll be able to do my job and provide residents with the peace of mind that I’m protected from the virus is the best possible news,” said Emily Trask, director of human resources. “I can’t say enough about how the community has supported all of us through everything we’ve faced this year.” While side effects related to the vaccine are rare according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Newton Presbyterian Manor will closely monitor those who receive vaccinations. Potential side effects include injection site pain, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, chills, joint pain and fever. The vaccine being distributed at Newton Presbyterian Manor is being administered by Walgreen’s, who partnered with Pfizer and the federal government to ensure safe distribution to at-risk populations during the first round of inoculations through the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program. While vaccinations will lower the risk of transmission throughout the community, precautions remain in place. All employees are encouraged to follow CDC guidelines and best practices as these are continually updated. We have been screening individuals as they enter the community building for a shift and before individuals have any direct contact with residents. All staff are educated to stay at home if they are experiencing symptoms of a respiratory illness or not feeling well. Employee surveillance testing will continue as required by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) based on county positivity rates for COVID-19 testing. ◆ From above top: Clarissa Jackson and Jackie Morris celebrate receiving COVID-19 vaccines. Residents maintain a safe physical distance while waiting 15 minutes after their vaccines. Tim Clark is vaccinated. Left: Rose Thompson receives a COVID-19 vaccine administered by Walgreen’s through the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program, an initiative of Pfizer and the federal government. Newton Presbyterian Manor | A PMMA COMMUNITY
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Bravo to you! This month’s Bravo is from Chad Loyles and goes to Cristie Likins, assisted living CMA.
Chad shared, “I’m always glad when I Cristie Likins see she is my replacement when she comes in in the mornings. She always shows up on time, is eager to get started with the day and is generally in a happy mood.” ◆
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PEOPLE GIVING TO PEOPLE
An update on how gifts are changing lives in PMMA communities
IN HER LIFETIME A donor's story
Recently, a longtime friend of PMMA, we’ll call her Agnes, was concerned about burdening her sister with financial decisions and responsibilities when she passes. In order to eliminate the burden for her sister, Agnes wanted to get all of her affairs in order now, but also wanted to accomplish her wishes of helping others. After sharing her thoughts with her advisor and visiting with PMMA’s regional development director, Patti Christen, Agnes was able to spare her sister the task and put her gift to work now.
Agnes made a gift from her donor advised fund for the benefit of the Good Samaritan Program - a program she has supported and appreciated for more than 30 years. She wanted to see the gift in action while she was living. Thanks to Agnes, so many residents have the assurance of the PMMA mission of quality senior services guided by Christian values.
“I’m so thankful for the blessings I have received in my lifetime. It’s my obligation to share it with others. And, I’m so glad my sister doesn’t have to worry about this when I die,” said Agnes, 84. (not her real name to ensure her anonymity)
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BETTER TO GIVE THAN TO RECEIVE by Barbara J. Braa, CTFA, MBA
“It is better to give than to receive.” Why does this old saying still ring true? Isn’t it because the gift giver takes pleasure in seeing their gift in action? That pleasure may cause a donor to give too much. Sometimes donors give too little, cheating themselves out of the pleasure of giving because they fear running out of money and don’t know their true capacity to give or their giving options.
In the old days, frugal folks made gifts from items at hand, like a quilt from fabric scraps or a dress from flour sacks. Today, a knowledgeable, trusted advisor can help you develop a gift giving budget and help you explore alternative methods for your charitable giving. You may find your ability to give during life may be more than you think! Barbara J. Braa, CTFA, MBA
If you were taught to never touch your invested assets you may be surprised to learn there are strategies to help maximize your donations by using those investments. For example, a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a tax-advantaged way for those over 70
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donate IRA dollars directly to charity and avoid taxation on the IRA withdrawal. Or, you might benefit from donating appreciated non-retirement assets, like stocks and mutual funds and when you transfer those assets directly to a charity, neither you nor the charity pay capital gains taxes on the appreciation.
Seeking advice on a charitable budget and/or utilizing one of the strategies above may help you increase your gift giving ability and your pleasure in seeing your donations in action. Plus, if you budget your donations correctly, you won’t need to revert to giving or wearing a flour sack dress or shirt!
The information in this article is not presented as personal financial or legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for obtaining advice specific to your situation. Please seek advice from a trusted financial, tax or legal advisor. Barbara J. Braa, CTFA, MBA is a Vice President & Relationship Officer with Central Trust Company in Lawrence, Kansas. Contact Barbara at 785-865-1065 or Barbara.Braa@centralbank.net.
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