Newton Presbyterian Manor
NOVEMBER 2019
Alvin Savage, a hero in aging
We’re proud to announce that Alvin Savage, maintenance supervisor at Newton Presbyterian Manor, has been nominated by the leadership team for a Heroes in Aging award from LeadingAge Kansas. This is a new monthly award that highlights individuals who work in aging services and Alvin is very worthy of the recognition. “We all admire how he manages to do so much, and we know it’s because he wants the residents to have the very best,” said Noelle Dickinson, director of marketing. Alvin has worked as the maintenance supervisor for our community since he joined the staff a little over 26 years ago, handling diverse projects and keeping an older building up to date mechanically and physically.
Families treasure their favorite holiday recipes Last year’s employee committee collected recipes from residents, families and employees to put a fundraising recipe box together. We picked a few sweets to share that are perfect for the holidays! Russian Tea Cakes By Kay Orr Kay has always used the tea cake recipe from her well-loved Betty Crocker cookbook to make this treat each Christmas. Her advice? “Make sure to chill the dough before rolling and baking. I got into a hurry one year and didn’t chill the dough. They looked the same, but one little squeeze and they turned into a giant puff of crumbs.” Crunchy, sugared, nut-filled snowballs, the recipe says.
“My job is very hard at times,” said Alvin. “I try to listen to Alvin Savage, working with Duane what the resident needs. With the help of a very knowledgeable Unruh to finish an apartment remodteam, we strive to be a bright, safe, el. Alvin is beloved by residents and coworkers alike. clean, comfortable and friendly environment. We want our residents to have no worries but to just enjoy life.”
Mix together thoroughly…. 1 c. soft butter, ½ c. sifted confectioner’s sugar & 1 t. vanilla
Alvin’s upbringing could be one of the reasons why he has so much compassion for helping the residents on our campus.
Chill dough. Roll into 1” balls. Place on ungreased baking sheet (cookies do not spread). Bake
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Sift together and stir in…. 2 ¼ c. sifted flour, ¼ t. salt Mix in…. 3/4 c. finely chopped nuts
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have grandparents in my life. When I was younger, I spent a lot of time traveling, working, talking and eating with my grandparents. I loved listening to the stories of the dirty 30s and the war stories in the 40s, and how God was so good to them during those days,” said Alvin. Alvin not only works hard for all of us at Presbyterian Manor, he also shares his time and talents with friends and family. “I love spending time with family and friends. I find mowing yards with the push mower helps me relax in the summer months. I enjoy working on small projects around the house or helping family
or friends with their small projects. never parted with the purse held I love making homemade ice cream together with black electrical tape,” for family members’ birthdays—any said Alvin. flavor goes,” said Alvin. Our “hero in aging” has some sage Big projects or small, Alvin is good advice for others considering a at them all. career in aging services. “I try every day to make a “In giving advice for one going into difference in an elder’s life. One that the field of working with the aging, comes to mind is the time when I would have to say to take time to a Presbyterian Manor resident listen to them. They have a lot of brought me her black singlehandled purse that she loved. It was knowledge and interesting stories to tell. My advice would be to treat coming apart on the handle, and she asked me to fix it with electrical others as you would want to be treated. Aging happens to all of us, tape, so I did. I told my wife about not just this generation,” said Alvin. it that evening, and my loving wife went out and got a similar Thank you, Alvin, for everything single-handled black purse for this you do for our us and our resident. I took the purse in and she community. replied that she would keep it as her Sunday purse. She did just that. She You are our hero! ◆
Christmas décor reminders
The holidays are coming, and this time of year is full of special events, meals and preparation. This is just a reminder of a few guidelines that the state fire marshal recommends for decorating your apartment for the season. Fresh Christmas trees must be potted and have a root. Fresh Christmas wreaths are acceptable if under 18 inches in size, until they begin losing needles. No extension cords or multi-plug bar cords may be used in Kalb Villa, Anderson Place or McFarland Health Center, but most residences have had several 4-plug outlets installed for this purpose. Please connect with the environmental services department if getting items plugged into existing outlets poses a problem. Decorations on apartment doors cannot take up more than 10 percent of the door. Campus cottages and duplexes are exempt from these guidelines. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe. ◆ Like us on Facebook to stay updated on news and events.
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Community Matters
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) organizaton.
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.
Bravo of the Month:
Browse & Shop
Karen King Eleanore Myers writes, “On September 20, Karen shampooed the floor and divan in my apartment. She transformed the appearance of my apartment that day, and I appreciate her sweet spirit and good work. She went the second mile and also cleaned Karen King the divan, which also is beautiful. Thank you, Karen, for the good job! everywhere! These ladies (Ellen, I’m proud to show off my home to Geraldine and Karen) jumped in anyone who is interested in moving and not only cleaned up the sloppy here and to entertain family and mess in no time, but took amazing friends here.” care of my employee who was very upset about the incident. They Karen, along with two others, also received commendation from Marc are amazing coworkers and great friends!” Fitzroy: “We had a cart tip over in the hallway and oatmeal went
4-7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8 Broadway Apt. Community Room A holiday shopping experience for those who live, work and visit the Presbyterian Manor campus. Come get in the spirit for Christmas!
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Thanks, Karen, for the extra mile you go for us ... every day. ◆
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Some members of the wellness committee represented Newton Presbyterian Manor at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Newton’s team has raised $5,000 and sold t-shirts for additional donations. You may donate through the end of the year at: http://act.alz.org/ goto/npmalzwalk ◆ Newton Presbyterian Manor | A PMMA COMMUNITY
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Thanksgiving — Upcoming events: It’s a feast! • Monday, Nov. 11 — Veterans Day breakfast (See flyer page 5) Our Thanksgiving Feast will start at 11:30 a.m. in the Main Dining room on Wednesday, November 27. The same meal will be served in each of the dining rooms. Overflow capacity is available in the library. Meals are $7 for adults and children 12 and older, $3.50 for children younger than 12. Tickets can be purchased at the front desk prior to November 27, or outside the dining room that day. We will have someone there to collect meal tickets or for purchase at mealtime. Those who plan to attend must RSVP with the front desk by Monday, November 25 so that we can make sure there is enough food for everyone! We cannot guarantee “private” tables for groups, as we typically fill the dining room and then some, but it is a special time for our residents to host their families for the holidays.
• Friday, Dec. 6 – Calendar reveal and artists’ signing party, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. main dining room
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A R T I S A G E L E S S® C A L E N D A R REVEAL PART Y
• Holiday pie offer — Offer to all prospective residents, tell your friends or pick up a postcard to give to them! ◆
All food prepared is homemade, using favorite family recipes. The menu includes:
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• Roast turkey • Smoked carving ham, carved at the buffet by Chefs Marc and Heather • Homemade mashed potatoes and turkey gravy • Herbed stuffing • Sweet potato casserole • Cream cheese corn • Green bean casserole • Sweet fresh baked dinner rolls • Homemade cranberry salad • Pumpkin, cherry, apple & pecan pie ◆
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RECIPE FOR:
An award-winning slice of retirement INGREDIENTS: 4 cups of the way you want to live 3 cups of peace of mind 1 cup of an active lifestyle 1 cup of healthy living
2 tbsp. of exercise classes A pinch of culinary indulgence Sprinkle of volunteerism Fold in neighbors and friends
1 cup of spiritual enrichment DIRECTIONS: 1/2 cup of worry-free home maintenance Top with a generous serving 3 tbsp. of fun-filled social events of Christian values. 3 tbsp. of life-long learning
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Pumpkin Pie Cake
until set, but not brown.
By Jean Krase
While still warm, roll in confectioner’s sugar. Cool. Roll in sugar again.
Jean got this recipe from a friend and said that a little icing drizzle can dress it up for the holidays.
Temperature: 400 degrees
Mix 2 cans (15 oz) pumpkin, 2 c. sugar, 1 can evaporated milk, 4 eggs (beaten), ½ t. salt, 2 t. cinnamon, ¼ t. nutmeg, 1 t. ginger, 1 t. cloves.
Time: Bake 10-12 min. Amount: About 4 doz. 1 ½” cookies
Spread in greased 9x13 pan and sprinkle over… 1 box yellow cake mix (dry), then chopped nuts of your choice. Drizzle over…. 1 ½ sticks of melted butter. Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes, then reduce to 350 degrees for 40 minutes. Don’t let the crust get too brown—cover with foil if needed. Peanut Butter Balls By W.D. and Caroline Kirby It was a tradition for W.D. and Caroline to work together in the kitchen each Christmas season, making peanut butter balls and many other cookies and treats. Mix together… 2 c. peanut butter, 3 c. rice cereal, ¼ lb. softened butter, 1 lb. powdered sugar. Refrigerate.
ANNUAL VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST Monday, November 11
7:00 – 10:00 a.m.
We appreciate your service. Now, let us serve you. Join us for our annual Veterans Day breakfast in appreciation of the service of our local veterans. We invite all area veterans, spouses and surviving spouses to join us for a complimentary come-and-go pancake breakfast as we honor the men and women of our Nation’s Armed Forces, past and present, along with their families.
Melt… 12 oz. bag of chocolate chips and ½ bar paraffin wax in a double boiler. Roll peanut butter mixture in 1” balls. Dip peanut butter balls into chocolate. Cool on wax paper. Refrigerate or freeze. ◆
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Left: Beryl Laswell turned 101 in September, and we love a reason to celebrate! The dining services team baked her favorite treat, pineapple upside down cake, and another huge cake marked the celebration. She even took advantage of a special birthday “crumb catcher” from our volunteer sewing crews to protect her outfit before her party. Happy birthday, Mrs. Laswell! ◆ Right: We currently have two groups making and donating these protective garments. Carolyn Adams and Carol Heinel represent the “S.C.O.T.S” from First Presbyterian Church in Newton. The second group calls themselves, “Behind the Scenes” and they are from the Hillsboro/Lehigh area. They also make baby items for area pregnancy care centers.◆
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