Sterling Community Matters November 2014

Commun ty Matters Residents share 20th annual golf Thanksgiving tournament well-attended memories The 20th Annual Good Samaritan

November 2014

Sterling Presbyterian Manor

Residents recently reminisced about their childhood Thanksgiving celebrations.

One resident recalled what it was like to be the youngest of 10 children, “Sometimes we had turkey, sometimes we had chicken, with so many kids, we ate whatever we could get.” Many residents had wonderful memories of visiting their grandparents during Thanksgiving.

One noted that the most important item was “Grandma’s pies,” pumpkin being the favorite. Another resident stated that their Thanksgivings were always spent with her father's side of the family and there often were 25 or more family members and they served a very large turkey as the main course. One resident recalled playing in a large yard with all the cousins, and another remarked that it was not Thanksgiving without cranberry sauce. Residents also took time to dwell on some things they are thankful for, most commonly mentioned were: good health, good care and a wonderful family.

Residents Vera Walton, Pat Lawrence and Mary Bates enjoy the tournament.

Golf Tournament was held Sept. 26 at Sterling Country Club. Various sponsors from the community and many volunteers made the event worthwhile. Proceeds help residents who have outlived their financial resources.

Fourteen teams participated.

Winners of the championship prizes:

FiRST FliGhT First Place: Sterling Farm SupplyMark Royer, Terry Fenwick, Sam Walker, Jesse Schulte

Second Place: Mel hambelton Ford-Don Unruh, David McCall, Jeff White, Curtis Nelson SeCOND FliGhT First Place: KMW/Alden State Bank/Sterling Services-John Plett, Dustin Plett, Jarrod Rowland, Rob Nuberry

Overall winners Sterling Farm Supply, Mark Royer,Terry Fenwick, Jesse Schulte and Sam Walker.

Second Place: Sutherland Builders-Steve Siedl, Bill Siedl, Matt Siedl, Corey Siedl PUTTiNG CONTeST: First Place-Chris Morgan Second Place-Bud Krone Third Place-Michael lizalde

Sterling High School team Logan Gillespie, Caleb

GOLF continued on page 3 Hendricks, and Nick and Zach Schissler did well.

Lifestyle changes hold the key to preventing Alzheimer’s

We now have a prescription that researchers think can delay or prevent the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. it’s not a pill, it’s a list of lifestyle choices. Results from a landmark study announced this summer show that having a healthy lifestyle may be the key. it’s a recipe, or cocktail, of several factors. “it’s the first time we have been able to give people a kind of recipe for what is useful,” said Maria Carrillo, vice president of medical and scientific relations at the Alzheimer’s Association.

More than 5 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s, and it is the sixth

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leading cause of death in the U.S. Millions more will likely develop dementia as the baby boomers age. in the study, researchers looked at 1,260 people in Finland from 60 to 77 years old, who were at risk for Alzheimer’s. One group went on a lifestyle improvement program and the other group received general health advice. The results were dramatic.

The lifestyle program included factors that previous studies had shown improve heart function and memory. it included: good nutrition, regular exercise, stimulating activity and building relationships.

The lifestyle participants also received advice on how to manage blood pressure and cholesterol among other cardiovascular risk factors.

After two years, people in the lifestyle program showed a whopping 40 percent improvement in cognitive tests. here are some ways to start on your own program to delay dementia: Eat well –When it comes to nutrition and exercise, what is good for the heart is good for the brain. Don’t feel you are deprived; just start by adding fruits and vegetables to your regular diet. ease out fats and fried foods, and always choose whole grains rather than highly refined bakery products.

Move more – “We shouldn’t just be encouraging people to exercise, we should discourage them from being sedentary,” one researcher said. Some researchers found that moderate activity such as doing chores and walking – not just high-intensity exercise such as jogging, swimming or biking – can protect the thinking process. Taking a walk after dinner three or four nights a week is an excellent habit to develop and a good way to kick-start your exercise program. Always consult your physician before beginning an exercise program.

Brain games – Two excellent ways to train your brain is to flex it and have a purpose. Things you can do on your own

Eating well is part of keeping your mind sharp.

include working a crossword puzzle or jumble, reading, pursuing a hobby, playing a musical instrument or singing. having a purpose involves brain flexing, as well. For this, you can set goals and follow through or solve a problem, for example.

Social interaction – Social relationships foster support, and this connectedness, as we grow older, is critical to our wellness. When we converse, our brains are busy dealing with the activities of listening, observing and understanding.You can combine some of these activities for added impact, such as playing cards, joining an exercise class, participating in a book club and attending a lecture.

More research in the years to come may eventually prove that the “recipe” prevents Alzheimer’s, but until then, we know most people have a good chance of delaying dementia symptoms if we increase physical activity, eat well, stimulate our brains and interact with others.

There is no cure for Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, and treatments are poor. There are only a few drugs that appear to slow the disease in some people. The best course we have is to try to prevent it.

New decade, new locations, new services

This month, we continue to look back at our history as Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America celebrates 65 years of the art of life.

The 1980s brought growth in independent living options on many Presbyterian Manor campuses. New duplexes and apartments were constructed in Parsons, lawrence, Wichita and Salina. it also brought construction of two new campuses and health care additions at the Wichita and Rolla campuses.

By early 1980, the United Presbyterian Foundation of Kansas’ joint project with the Manhattan Retirement Foundation was open. PMMA continued to provide management services for the new Meadowlark hills until July 1, 1981.

Many people attended the April 13, 1980, dedication of Salina Salina Presbyterian Manor opened its doors in February Presbyterian Manor.

1980, and work started on additional apartments almost in addition to the expansion of the physical plant, two immediately. important programs of PMMA began in 1980. Residents, staff and advisory board members were invited to submit art and poetry for potential inclusion in the inaugural Art is Ageless calendar.

A donor’s $10,000 gift established the education Fund for PMMA employees, residents and trustees. The first scholarships were given in 1981. Those funds served as seed for today’s employee education Assistance Grants.

Consideration of additional campuses continued through the 1980s as well. efforts to raise funds for a Presbyterian The official ribbon cutting and dedication at Salina Presbyterian Manor Manor at hays were not successful, and after thorough was April 13, 1980. study, the board authorized sale of the property in June 1980. The next year, a group of citizens in emporia petitioned for construction of a campus in that community, Golf Tournament continued from page 1 and a period of study and fundraising began. Additional campuses in Missouri also were considered in Jefferson City Hole Winners and Springfield.

Hole 1: John Warren Hole 9: Tim Dressman Hole 14: Dave Benson Hole 3: Chris Morgan Hole 10: Chris Morgan Hole 15: Jeff White The PMMA board voted to sell Mid-Continent Presbyterian Hole 4: Adrian Howie Hole 11: Cliff Shank Hole 16: Jeff White Manor, a campus formerly operated by the Board of Hole 5: Joe Schauf Hole 12: Adrian Howie Hole 17: Kevin Blume Pensions of the Presbyterian Church of the United States.

Hole 6: Jarin Berger Hole 18: David McCall Hole 13: Michael Hole 7: David McCall Lizalde Residents of the campus, located in Kansas City, Mo., were Hole 8: Scott Taylor given the option of moving to the Kansas City, Kan., campus. The sale was completed in 1983.

Thank you to these sponsors: New services and new needs also were explored. With the Alden State Bank Lyons State Bank support of the Synod of Mid-America, PMMA worked to Borecky Construction Mel Hambelton Ford establish a campus for severely physically handicapped adults Culligan MTC in hutchinson. home health care First Bank Peoples Bank and Trust for residents living independently Gentiva Hospice Rice County Builders on PMMA campuses was started in Haile Dirt Construction Sterling Farm Supply KMW Sterling Services 1984. Piloted in Salina, the service Laird Noller Hutchinson Sutherland Builders was expanded to other campuses Lyons Federal Bank before the end of the year.

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Join us for “Brownbag Lunch Series”

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

Alzheimer’s and the Benefits of Music 12:00 p.m. at the Chapel Sterling Presbyterian Manor

Presenter: Megan Turbak-Board Certified Music Therapist

Megan will demontrate the way music therapy is used to enrich lives of people with dementia, providing resources to aid in connecting with your loved one.

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TIME CHANGE November 2 Be sure and set your clocks back 1 hour.

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Handling the Holiday Blues 12:00 p.m. at the Chapel Sterling Presbyterian Manor

Presenter: Chaplain Angie Cluck, Kendallwood Hospice

The Holiday Blues are considered to be the feeling of sadness, loneliness, depression and anxiety that often occur in and around the holiday season. Who experiences the blues? What factors add to the blues? How can I recognize the blues? Can I feel less blue during the holidays? Discover some of the basic ways of coping with the Holiday Blues. Learn the ten tips to enjoy the holiday season. Being along doesn’t equate being lonely.

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