Topeka Presbyterian Manor
SEPTEMBER 2019
Topeka Presbyterian Manor’s housekeeping team works hard, and their efforts can be seen throughout the community.
Outstanding staff works hard, smart
The therapy staff at Topeka Presbyterian Manor help residents regain independence after surgery or illness.
Therapy staff an important part of helping residents live life to the fullest
Topeka Presbyterian Manor therapists are often the unsung heroes of care provided to temporary and long-term residents, but their services are essential to helping people regain independence after surgery or illness. Trisha Behr, director of therapy, said her staff provides therapy services to residents in Health Care as well as Assisted Living and Independent Living residents. They also offer free screening services to AL and IL as a wellness service. Therapists are an important part of helping residents maintain their highest level of mobility and function so they can live their life to the Heroes - continued on page 2
International Housekeepers Week falls on Sept. 8-14 this year, and Topeka Presbyterian Manor would like to take the opportunity to thank all housekeeping staff for their outstanding efforts and a job well done. Stacey Backer, housekeeping/ laundry supervisor, said housekeeping’s job is simple: Maintain a clean and safe living environment for residents. But it’s also essential to the health of residents and staff, and it helps the entire community run smoothly. “The other departments function easier and safer when working in a clean environment,” she said. Stacey said it’s important for housekeeping staff to take pride in their work, be willing to learn and communicate well. Her staff has all that in spades. ◆
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