Team JBR: Decorating the Christmas Tree!

Team Vocational Wellness: Sharing Talent!

Kristen takes advantage of the sunlight to share her talents with others. St. Leonard is a wonderful place to give the gift of love and share talents with others.

Team Assisted Care: Pet Therapy!

It is easy to be a Star in Assisted Care!

Team Intellectual Wellness: Chemistry with Mike Canestaro!

Assisted care is privileged to have Mike Canestaro Chairperson of the Chemistry Department at Sinclair Community College to share his science experiments with our residents!

Mike visits with our science group once a month and he covers topics from chemistry to earth sciences. One of the favorite sessions involve making and taste testing ice cream!

Team Rapid Return Rehab: Open House!

This team is dedicated to returning individuals home with all of the skills and services that they may need to stay independent! Fulfilling our mission: Responding to the Gospel of Jesus, St. Leonard assists seniors of all faiths to achieve their highest level of independence.

Team Nutrition: Dessert Festival!

Miniature cheesecakes, peach parfait, chocolate raspberry cream torte, banana mousse, and peanut butter pie! Great ideas for the upcoming holiday celebrations!

Team JBR: Thanksgiving with Friends!

Starting Point #16: Intellectual Wellness Questions

Intellectual Wellness Questions to Ask Your Doctor or Psychologist Name_______________________________________Date: _____________

Intellectual Wellness
Basic Questions	Yes	No	Notes
Is my IQ normal for my age?
Is my memory capability normal for my age?
Do I have emotional problems?
Do I have a learning disability?
Specific Questions	Notes
How can I manage my stress levels better?
Are there supplements I can take to improve brain function?
How important is nutrition for the brain?
How much sleep do I need?
What are the best exercises for the brain?
What substances harm the brain?
Medical
Do my medications interfere with concentration?
When should headaches be a concern?
Intellectual Potential
How can I be more motivated to achieve my goals?
How can I be more creative?
How can I become better at time- management?
How can I improve my decision-making?

Starting Point #15: Intellectual Wellness Starting Point Library

Intellectual Wellness Starting Point Library

Dancing Makes You Smarter

http://socialdance.stanford.edu/syllabi/smarter.htm

Our Ancient Laughing Brain

http://www.cerebromente.org.br/n13/mente/laughter/laughter1.html

Brain and Emotion Research

http://www.news.wisc.edu/packages/emotion/animations.html

Five Games to Explore

http://human-factors.arc.nasa.gov/cognition/tutorials/index.html

The Healthy Brain Initiative

http://www.prc-han.org/docs/healthybrainroadmap.pdf

120 Ways to Boost Your Brain Power

http://litemind.com/boost-brain-power/

What's Your Brain IQ?

http://www.prevention.com/brainq/index.php/bquiz/intro

Brain Games

http://www.aarp.org/health/brain-health/brain_games/

7 Tips to Improve Your Memory

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/memory-loss/HA00001

Attitudes and Awareness of Brain Health Poll

http://www.asaging.org/asav2/mindalert/pdfs/bh.pdf

How Singing Unlocks the Brain

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/4448634.stm

Discover a Hobby

http://www.discoverahobby.com/

Self-Test for Creative Talent

http://talentdevelop.com/selftest.html

Starting Point #14: Intellectual Activity Readiness Questionnaire- IAR-Q

Intellectual Activity Readiness Questionnaire- IAR-Q

This questionnaire is one of the first steps to take when you are planning to evaluate your immediate goals and long-range strategy for assessing or improving your intellectual wellness. The IAR-Q will help you decide whether or not you may need to seek outside support from your educational counselor or other agency to begin the sometimes life changing process of improving your intellectual wellness. Having other professionals involved in your intellectual improvement plan is a good idea, as they can help you with the change process.

Please read the questions carefully and check YES or NO opposite the question if it applies to you. If yes, please explain.

YES NO

____ ____ 1. Are you sometimes concerned about your financial future?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 2. Do you feel that you have unused potential?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 3. Do you sometimes feel that you are not a well-rounded person intellectually?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 4. Do you feel that you lack the skills to guide your family in a positive manner?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 5. Are you working in a field that interests you?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 6. Do you feel insecure about your intellectual abilities?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 7. Do you sometimes feel that you do not invest enough time with self-improvement or improvement of your education and lifestyle?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 8. Has it been awhile since you updated your social skills, communication, and leadership skills?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 9. Has it been awhile since you tried something new and different?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 10. Have you neglected your creative and innovative potential?

Yes, _____________________________________________

____ ____ 11. Has your curiosity and optimism decreased and is it difficult for you to find your sense of humor?

Yes,____________________________________________

____ ____ 12. Has it been awhile since you played games or pursued a hobby?

Yes,____________________________________________

If you answered NO to all of the questions above, it gives a general indication that your intellectual wellness is stable and growing! You may now wish to keep a journal of your intellectual wellness. This journal can act as a teaching tool for others who may need your help in this area. If you answered Yes to any of the above questions, then you should evaluate the issue and develop a plan for improvement in this area. Seek outside support as often as needed, and remember that change can be difficult if it occurs in isolation or without a network of support from friends or family.

Starting Point #13: Intellectual Confidence Survey

Intellectual Confidence Survey

On a scale of 1-5 rate your Intellectual confidence

v I realize that lifelong learning/ skill development is a healthy choice

1..................2..................3.....................4...................5

Unsure....................... Maybe............................. I am aware

______________________________________________________

v I can stick to an educational program from start to finish

1..................2...................3....................4....................5

Unsure........................ Maybe ......................... I Know I can

_____________________________________________________

v I am able to surround myself with intellectually stimulating people

1..................2 .................3...................4................... 5

Unsure........................ Maybe........................... I know I can

_____________________________________________________

v I have defined hobbies and interests

1................2...................3....................4.................5

None...................... Sometimes........................... Always

____________________________________________________

v I am an optimistic person with a great sense of humor

1...................2..................3...................4...................5

Unsure...................... Sometimes........................... Always

Intellectual Confidence Survey

The purpose of this survey is to begin your journey toward self-assessment concerning your optimal well-being. After taking this brief survey and adding your scores together, take a moment and reflect on your intellectual wellness. You will find that if your overall confidence score was high you will have a better chance to stay self-motivated and focused on your intellectual wellness. If your intellectual confidence number was low then you may benefit from strategies that help with your personal intellectual management.

Starting Point #12: Intellectual Wellness Starting Point Brochure

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The starting point for optimal Intellectual Wellness is assessment and reflection!

What are your Intellectual Wellness goals for your life course?