Wichita Presbyterian Manor
SEPTEMBER 2019
Learn about dementia
Perhaps you know someone affected by dementia or are the caregiver of someone living with dementia. Dementia is not a specific disease, but an overall term that describes a group of symptoms associated with a decline in memory and thinking skills. Although this diagnosis can be worrisome, we want you to know that you are not alone. Across America alone, millions of individuals and their family members live with the symptoms and conditions of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are progressive and, currently, irreversible brain disorders that slowly destroy memory, thinking skill, and the ability to live independently.
“Lamp and Tea Kettle,” a painting by Skip Kreibach.
Wichita Presbyterian Manor artists among Art is Ageless® masterpiece level winners
Three winning artists in Wichita Presbyterian Manor’s annual Art is Ageless® juried competition will be featured in the 2020 Art is Ageless calendar produced by PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America).
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According to the National Institute on Aging, as many as 5.2 million Americans age 65 and older are currently estimated to be living with Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia, with significant numbers developing the disease earlier than age 65. As part of our Just Ask lifelong learning series, Wichita Presbyterian Manor sponsors a quarterly lunch and learn presentation with tips and JUST ASK - continued on page 6
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Special thanks to the many individuals and organizations that share resources so that our mission thrives. The names below are donors who gave a gift of $50 or more from February 1 through June 30, 2019. Mrs. Mary Lou Adams Mr. Jon R. Barbee Mrs. Katy J. Bevill
Mr. and Mrs. W. Art Bloomer
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Chartier Mr. Luchion E. Doshier
Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Etherington Dr. Mona Gardner
Mr. and Mrs. Roger Lemon Mrs. Hazel Linder
Mrs. Rosella A. Linder
Mr. Ira and Mrs. Claudia Mann Mrs. Maxine McKinney Mrs. Carolyn Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Max J. Miller Ms. Carolyn Pilkenton
Mr. and Mrs. Newton Robinson Mrs. Nancy J. Ross
Mrs. Dorothy J. Rowden
Mr. and Mrs. Jack S. Skelton Ms. Karen H. Smith
Ms. Carol Spurgeon
Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Whitney, Jr.
Christmas entry by Laura Anne Samson, will be featured in the 2020 Art is Ageless calendar when it is released this fall. “Solitude,” a painting by Sandra Shryack; “Old Forge,” a needlework by Maria Ctibor, and “Teach,” a mixed media/ crafts entry by C. Jean Stahl, will be featured on the new pull-out postcards in the 2020 calendar. In addition, “Scottish Skies,” a painting by Necia Rillema, “A Christmas Ornament,” a Christmas entry by Kay Rogers, and “Bird of Paradise,” a painting by Mark Ward, will appear on Art is Ageless greeting cards. Works by local winners are automatically entered into a masterpiece level competition with winning art from 16 other PMMA communities. More than 190 entries were received for this year’s masterpiece competition. The winners are featured in the Art is Ageless calendar with pull-out postcards and greeting cards. “We are blown away by the artistic talent in our community,” said Melody Dodge, director of sales and marketing at Wichita Presbyterian Manor. “Residents and friends of PMMA’s Art is Ageless program are proving that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.”
Top: “I Decided to Follow Him,” a mixed media/craft entry by Pam Hayes. Above: “Church Mouse,” a Christmas entry by Laura Anne Samson.
Art is Ageless, open exclusively to people age 65 and older, is a copyrighted program of PMMA. For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years.
PMMA’s Art is Ageless program encourages Wichita Presbyterian Manor residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as other activities throughout the year. Learn more at ArtIsAgeless.org. ◆ 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 Wichita Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizaton.
To submit or suggest articles: awatson@PMMA.org Amy Watson, life enrichment dir. Courtney Wolfe, executive director Melody Dodge, marketing director
OUR MISSION: To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.
Resident’s book holds mirror up to modern Christianity In her new book, “Seeking to Become Whole: Creating a Transformed Church for All the Children of God,” resident Pat Welker explores how the actions of modern-day Christians match up to the parables of Jesus’ life and what can be done to create a more inclusive church. Finished nearly a year ago, the book just began hitting shelves this past June. But while such a delay may frustrate some authors, Pat believes the message behind her book is actually more relevant now than ever before. “It’s a book about marginalized people and none of that has really died down,” said Pat. “In fact, in a lot of ways, it’s gotten worse.” Pat was inspired to write the book by witnessing the challenges her own children faced growing up in modern society. “I have four adopted children,” said Pat. “As they grew up and their lives developed, I realized that they were protected in my family but in culture they weren’t.” When Pat’s oldest son died in 1980, it forced her to look at Christianity in a new light. What she found was that, for many in our society, if you aren’t white, heterosexual and from a certain economic class you are treated differently than those who are—something she believes directly contradicts the teachings of Jesus. “I find that most of the prejudice among the people I know is subtle and unacknowledged—and most don’t even realize it,” said Pat. “I wrote the book to speak to Christians and tell them that we need to dig more deeply into what we say we believe and whether we act that way or not.” Pat knows that the message behind the book is going to be tough to swallow for some of her fellow Christians and when she’s told that the idea of increased inclusion is impossible, she has a simple response. “If that’s true, then we aren’t Christians—because that’s what Christianity is all about,” said Pat.
Resident Pat Welker with her new book, “Seeking to Become Whole: Creating a Transformed Church for All the Children of God.” A former instructor at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, Pat has previously written, “The Highland’s Vision: A History of Highlands Presbyterian Camp and Retreat Center.” “Seeking to Become Whole” is currently available on Amazon in both paperback and electronic form. Learn more about Pat and her new book at https:// seekingtobecomewhole.wordpress.com. ◆
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Introducing Carol Gibbon Living well and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle is a vital focus for Wichita Presbyterian Manor and many of our residents. We have been pleased to offer aquatic and land classes and the availability of a fitness gym. As an expansion of our health and wellness program, we are excited to announce that in partnership with Aegis Therapies®, we have added a full-time health and wellness director. Carol Gibbon recently joined our campus in this role and leads all of our wellness programs and classes. She focuses on proactively assisting residents in maintaining independence while living a life they desire, through healthy living presentations and new fitness
classes in the aquatic environment and on land. As a fitness and wellness professional, Carol has experience from college campuses to senior living communities. Her passion is encouraging, engaging and educating people to live more wellness-based and intentional lives. Originally born in Wichita, she grew up in Derby, the youngest of seven children. Carol loves community service, dogs and being outside. She earned a Master of Science in Sports and Recreational Studies and a Graduate Certificate in Transdisciplinary Childhood Obesity Prevention from South
Carol Gibbon Dakota State University, after completing a bachelor’s degree in Communication from Wichita State University. Wichita Presbyterian Manor is excited to welcome Carol to our team! ◆
Get to know Shawna Stucky Wichita Presbyterian Manor is excited to have Shawna Stucky on board as the new social service director. Shawna has been working in healthcare for eight years as a social worker, more recently at Larksfield Place. She joined our community in July. “I am enjoying the family-like atmosphere at Wichita Presbyterian Manor. Everyone is friendly and makes you feel like there are no stupid questions. Everyone is so genuinely nice,” said Shawna.
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When she’s not at work, Shawna can be found outside or “lounging around” on the weekends. She enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her husband of nine years, Chris, their two-yearold daughter, Scarlett, and their three dogs. “Scarlett brings the most sass I have ever seen in a two-year-old,” said Shawna. “We enjoy going to KC Royal games and KC Chief games. We also watch all KU sports. Yes, even football!” Welcome to the team, Shawna! ◆
Shawna Stucky
Futures Club enjoys lots of summer fun Futures Club enjoys summer fun Our Wichita Presbyterian Manor Westerly Future's Club and Reservation Holders enjoyed a festive paradise luncheon recently in our pub. Summer memories, a delicious light meal and steel drum music provided for a lovely gathering. Even though the outside temperature neared 100 degrees, we relished in summer fun and music out of the heat of the sun! â—†
Upcoming events September 12 Meet the Artists Reception Wichita Area Camera Club 20 Centenarian Celebration
October 8 Pastors Appreciation Breakfast 10 Meet the Artists Reception Wichita Women Artists 18 Oktoberfest 25 Chili Cook-Off 31 Costume Parade
Recognize a job well done with a Bravo! Have you witnessed a Wichita Presbyterian Manor employee
demonstrate leadership, extraordinary service, teamwork or other acts of kindness and commitment to seniors? Share it with us! The Bravo program provides an opportunity to recognize employees for their contribution to the mission of PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America). Staff, residents, family members, guests and friends of Presbyterian Manor are invited to recognize employees with a Bravo. Bravo card Instructions: 1.
Complete the Bravo card.
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Present bottom copy to the recipient as soon as possible.
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Place original in a Bravo return box.
The Bravo cards will be posted on the Celebration Board for all to appreciate and share. â—† Wichita Presbyterian Manor | A PMMA COMMUNITY
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information for caregivers of individuals dealing with the symptoms of dementia. These events are offered free of charge and lunch is included. Our next lunch and learn will be “Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease.” You can choose between Tuesday, November 5 or Wednesday, November 6. The event will be 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. To RSVP for one of the event days by Oct. 30, contact Cherree Hudspeth at 316-9427456 or chudspeth@pmma. org. ◆
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Celebrating a Perfect Zero
Earlier this summer, we celebrated our zero-deficiency health care survey and appreciated all staff who contributed with a food truck rally. We enjoyed delicious food from The Flying Stove, Hot-2-Trot Gourmet Hotdogs and The Brown Box Bakery.
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