Topeka Community Matters July 2020

Topeka Presbyterian Manor

JULY 2020

Sheetrock work is complete on the first floor.

Renovation project nears completion Topeka Presbyterian Manor’s renovation project will conclude in a matter of weeks.

Marian Seymour

Resident stays sharp with word online games, puzzles, teasers iPad games are part of Marian Seymour’s daily routine.

When the independent living resident first began using the device, her cousins encouraged her to download Words with Friends. It’s similar to the board game Scrabble, and users can play with friends or strangers.

Marian enjoys playing against family members who live “all over,” including Illinois, Iowa and South Dakota.

Though she can hold her own in the game, “a couple of my cousins slaughter me,” she said.

Words with Friends is one of the most popular mobile games of all time, partly because it allows users to be social; you can exchange written messages with your opponent using the chat feature.

“It feels like you’re connecting, even though half the time you’re playing and not chatting,” Marian said.

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“Everyone is super excited.

It’s going to be beautiful,” said Rosemary Dahlgren, marketing and sales director. “At the same time, residents are very anxious for it to be done.”

The $1.6 million project will transform large parts of the campus, including a renovated lobby, dining areas and decorative elements.

Harbin Construction, which serves as the general contractor for the project, began work in January.

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She plays plenty of solo games too, including Word Cookies, Word Crossing, Word Swipe, Word Picture and Word Jam Crossword.

She found most of them by browsing on the iTunes store.

lounge and library where they can read, play games and work puzzles.

Marian also enjoys reading her Facebook feed and playing solitaire on her iPad.

After a stressful few months, the completed project will be a reason for the community to celebrate.

She recommends games for other residents who are looking for something to do.

The main entrance has been closed during construction. Soon, residents will enjoy easier access thanks to new automatic doors.

“It’s one step closer to feeling normal,” Rose said. ◆

Workers installed a decorative balcony screen last month.

“If they have a computer or iPad, word games help with memory,” she noted.

Marian also keeps her mind active by reading. She enjoys novels, and participates in the book club at Topeka Presbyterian Manor. Right now, she’s working through about 20 books her brother passed to her.

With social distancing guidelines in place, Marian says games are simply part of her daily routine. ◆

Residents are looking forward to gathering in the renovated lounge and library.

New automatic sliding doors will open into a renovated lobby area.

COVID-19 updates continue

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, you can count on regular communication from your PMMA community and PMMA leadership. PMMA’s President and CEO Bruce Shogren’s latest letter to residents and families are posted to your community website, TopekaPresbyterianManor.org/covid-19. Get the latest information about visitation and restrictions on deliveries and learn more about PMMA’s infection control efforts to contain COVID-19 across the PMMA system. ◆ 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 Topeka Presbyterian Manor

by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

To submit or suggest articles: rdahlgren@pmma.org Heather Pilkinton, executive director Rose Dahlgren, marketing director

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and you know the provider, you may want to call their office to ask about it. The person you speak to may help you better understand the services or supplies you got, or they may realize a billing error was made.

If you’ve contacted the provider and you suspect that Medicare is being charged for health care you didn’t

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get, or you don’t know the provider on the claim, report fraud.

Have this information before you report fraud:

You can report suspected Medicare fraud by:

• Your name and Medicare number.

• Calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1800-633-4227). TTY users can call 1-877-486-2048.

• If you’re in a Medicare Advantage Plan, call the Medicare Drug Integrity Contractor (MEDIC) at 1-877-7SAFERX (1-877-772-3379).

• The provider’s name and any identifying information you may have.

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