Spring arrived early this year at St. Leonard. The attached picture of my grandson, Dominic, demonstrates the beauty of the spring flowers along the wooded path. I allowed him to pick one daffodil for his mother. ~Cathy
Friday, March 30, 2012
Team Tidwell: Strolling through the Woods at St. Leonard!
Spring arrived early this year at St. Leonard. The attached picture of my grandson, Dominic, demonstrates the beauty of the spring flowers along the wooded path. I allowed him to pick one daffodil for his mother. ~Cathy
Team Feldmann: Multiple Sclerosis Walk Ambassador!
St. Leonard Resident Named Multiple Sclerosis Walk Ambassador-Bill Feldmann
Flyer basketball fan urges others to join him at fundraising and awareness walk
Centerville, Ohio (March 30, 2012) – Mr. Bill Feldmann is a resident of St. Leonard, a Franciscan Living Community in Centerville. Mr. Feldmann was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1993. He suffers balance disorders, vision problems, and limited use of his right hand. He remains active through working part-time, swimming, and attending Dayton Flyers basketball games.
Mr. Feldmann is urging others to join him for Walk MS: Dayton. He has participated in the event for several years with help from his electric scooter. Walk MS: Dayton is scheduled for April 21, 2012 at 10 a.m. and will be held at Kettering Middle School, 3000 Glengarry Drive, 45420.
Walk MS: Dayton proceeds benefit the Ohio Valley Chapter of the National MS Society. MS
(Multiple Sclerosis) stops people from moving. The National MS Society exists to make sure it
doesn’t. To register as a participant or volunteer at Walk MS: Dayton, visit www.walkms.org or call 1-800-344-4867.
About Multiple Sclerosis: Multiple sclerosis interrupts the flow of information between the brain and the body and it stops people from moving. Every hour in the United States, someone is newly diagnosed with MS, an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. Symptoms range from numbness and tingling to blindness and paralysis. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot yet be predicted, but advances in research and treatment are moving us closer to a world free of MS. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, with more than twice as many women as men being diagnosed with the disease. MS affects more than 400,000 people in the U.S. and 2.5 million worldwide.
About the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Ohio Valley Chapter: The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National MS Society, founded in 1952, serves more than 6,000 people with multiple sclerosis and their families in 24 Ohio counties and the three northern Kentucky counties of Boone, Kenton and Campbell. The organization is committed to ensuring that people living with MS across our chapter territory have the information and quality care they need to live healthy, productive and independent lives. To meet these needs, a variety of programs and services that span a spectrum of needs are provided to learn more about multiple sclerosis or the Ohio Valley Chapter, visit http://www.fightmstoday.org/.
St. Leonard is one of the largest senior living communities in the United States located on 240 acres of countryside in Centerville, Ohio, just 10 miles south of Dayton. The community’s unique array of distinctive, yet interrelated, mature living programs are designed to meet the individual needs of the 800 seniors living there. Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio, St. Leonard provides a secure and friendly atmosphere where reverence, service and stewardship are its core values. They are the third largest employer in the city of Centerville.
Flyer basketball fan urges others to join him at fundraising and awareness walk
Centerville, Ohio (March 30, 2012) – Mr. Bill Feldmann is a resident of St. Leonard, a Franciscan Living Community in Centerville. Mr. Feldmann was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1993. He suffers balance disorders, vision problems, and limited use of his right hand. He remains active through working part-time, swimming, and attending Dayton Flyers basketball games.
Mr. Feldmann is urging others to join him for Walk MS: Dayton. He has participated in the event for several years with help from his electric scooter. Walk MS: Dayton is scheduled for April 21, 2012 at 10 a.m. and will be held at Kettering Middle School, 3000 Glengarry Drive, 45420.
Walk MS: Dayton proceeds benefit the Ohio Valley Chapter of the National MS Society. MS
(Multiple Sclerosis) stops people from moving. The National MS Society exists to make sure it
doesn’t. To register as a participant or volunteer at Walk MS: Dayton, visit www.walkms.org or call 1-800-344-4867.
About Multiple Sclerosis: Multiple sclerosis interrupts the flow of information between the brain and the body and it stops people from moving. Every hour in the United States, someone is newly diagnosed with MS, an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. Symptoms range from numbness and tingling to blindness and paralysis. The progress, severity and specific symptoms of MS in any one person cannot yet be predicted, but advances in research and treatment are moving us closer to a world free of MS. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, with more than twice as many women as men being diagnosed with the disease. MS affects more than 400,000 people in the U.S. and 2.5 million worldwide.
About the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Ohio Valley Chapter: The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National MS Society, founded in 1952, serves more than 6,000 people with multiple sclerosis and their families in 24 Ohio counties and the three northern Kentucky counties of Boone, Kenton and Campbell. The organization is committed to ensuring that people living with MS across our chapter territory have the information and quality care they need to live healthy, productive and independent lives. To meet these needs, a variety of programs and services that span a spectrum of needs are provided to learn more about multiple sclerosis or the Ohio Valley Chapter, visit http://www.fightmstoday.org/.
St. Leonard is one of the largest senior living communities in the United States located on 240 acres of countryside in Centerville, Ohio, just 10 miles south of Dayton. The community’s unique array of distinctive, yet interrelated, mature living programs are designed to meet the individual needs of the 800 seniors living there. Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio, St. Leonard provides a secure and friendly atmosphere where reverence, service and stewardship are its core values. They are the third largest employer in the city of Centerville.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Team Stewart: Evening Stroll in Columbus, Ohio!
It is amazing what you can see when you walk for leisure and fun! Send uspictures of scenic views from your social walking program and we will post them
for others to enjoy!
Team Spiritual Care: Be Still
Sister Kateri Theriault
Mission Integration
Be Still Contemplation is a simple attempt to be still and know God. It is the deepest form of communication with God because it is the experience of love itself. — from When a Teen Chooses You
Team Salons at St. Leonard: Facial Hair
I have had many questions about facial hair in women and why it grows on the lip and chin. As we age, you may notice a few facial hairs growing where we may not want them. A hormonal imbalance can cause female facial hair. All women have testosterone, the male hormone, and estrogen, the female hormone, in their bodies. When the healthy balance of these hormones is disrupted, it can cause increased levels of testosterone and decreased levels of estrogen. This results in female facial hair. They can also cause unwanted hair growth in other areas. So it may fall out on your head but get thicker under your arms, legs and on your chin and lip. Coarse, wiry hairs may appear on a women’s face and chin. Hair is sprouting where it shouldn’t be.
When facial hair appears on women it is often a sign of aging. It isn’t necessarily due to hormonal changes, although hormones can have an impact. Genetics plays a role. If your parents were particularly hairy, then you probably will be, too.
Approximately 10 percent of women experience excess facial hair. The cause may be genetic, but sometimes a medical problem exists that should be investigated. It is important to know when you should ask your doctor if there might be an underlying cause. Older women who suddenly experience facial hair growth should have a medical exam to rule out the presence of ovarian, endometrial or adrenal cancer. Other medical causes include obesity, diabetes and insulin resistance.
In the end… facial hair can safely be removed. They have a few methods. Removing the hair by waxing is the most popular. Tweezing is also an option. Depending on how quickly the hair grows, will determine the length of time between waxings.
Angie Pickering – Supervisor
The Salons at St. Leonard
When facial hair appears on women it is often a sign of aging. It isn’t necessarily due to hormonal changes, although hormones can have an impact. Genetics plays a role. If your parents were particularly hairy, then you probably will be, too.
Approximately 10 percent of women experience excess facial hair. The cause may be genetic, but sometimes a medical problem exists that should be investigated. It is important to know when you should ask your doctor if there might be an underlying cause. Older women who suddenly experience facial hair growth should have a medical exam to rule out the presence of ovarian, endometrial or adrenal cancer. Other medical causes include obesity, diabetes and insulin resistance.
In the end… facial hair can safely be removed. They have a few methods. Removing the hair by waxing is the most popular. Tweezing is also an option. Depending on how quickly the hair grows, will determine the length of time between waxings.
Angie Pickering – Supervisor
The Salons at St. Leonard
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Team Wellness: Lunch and Learn!
Team Wellness enjoy hand and shoulder massages from Tim, Kristen, and Sharon! We also took a little extra time and celebrated staff birthdays with cake!
Team Drumming Circle: 50+ Drummers in March!
Drumming is an alternative healing program using sound and vibration to promote well-being. Drumming is a growing trend or comeback from the tribal drumming sessions of the past and is used consistently to explore alternative approaches for temporary relief from many forms of illnesses.
Team Assisted Care: Alter High School!
A special visit from Alter
Team Franciscan Center: Argentine Tango!
Dr. Jack Harless
Wellness Center Manager
In a recent study involving Argentine Tango and individuals with Parkinson’s Disease, some interesting conclusions were arrived at. The authors concluded that “the major purpose of this work was to compare a tango dance class, considered a novel movement intervention, with a standard community exercise class. The results illustrate improvements in all measures of falls, gait and balance confidence in those with PD in the tango group as compared with those with PD in the exercise group. Furthermore, the novel aspect of tango and the built-in non-exercise concept of dance made the exercise more pleasurable and as such, promoted adherence to the program.” 1.
I want to highlight a couple of points that have particular importance to The Franciscan Center and our Vital Life program. The researchers noted that when individuals affected by PD were introduced to a novel from of movement/exercise, and that the movement did not feel like exercise to the participants, they continued with the exercise over a longer period of time than the individuals who were doing a “standard” exercise class.
The lesson there for all of us is go out and try something new. Make new friends, learn new movements. Not only is the socialization fun, but there is growing evidence that learning new movements and being exposed to new environments helps the nervous system “re-wire” itself. At the very least, the evidence suggests that all of us, not just those with PD, are more functional and alive. In Vital Life terms, they were expressing more fun and function and less frailty and failure.
Our very reason for being at the
1. Hackney ME, Kantorovich S, Earhart GM. A study on the effects of Argentine tango as a form of partnered dance for those with Parkinson disease and the healthy elderly. Amer J Dance Ther 2007;29 (2):109–27
Team Assisted Care: Emotional Wellness!
Residents feel really good having their nails beautified! They choose their favorite color, have their nails filed and then repainted. Leaving this activity their hearts are lighter. and they love to show off their beautiful nails!~submitted by Sister Christine Doerger~
Team Kubik: Betty's Birthday!
Dick and Betty Kubik celebrate Betty's 80th birthday!
Dick and Betty have been married for 60years!
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Team Virtual Wellness: New Teams Forming!
Virtual Wellness Teams Forming!
You are invited to become a member of St. Leonard's virtual wellness teams! Staff, residents, students, community members, and their families are invited to join a team or teams that are of your interest. You decide your participation level and interaction with others, and it is perfectly acceptable to participate as an observer only. Materials needed are a computer with email and Internet access. Contact person to become a member is Debra Stewart at 937-439-7117 or stewartd@stleonard.net
Current Virtual Wellness Teams:
Team Word Challengers!
Team Captain: Sister Christine Doerger
This is a fun team that will explore word games, the meaning of new words, and enhance your scrabble skills!
Team Brain Storm!
Team Captain: Debra Stewart
This is an excellent team if you want to be challenged with brain teasers, math problems, and new science facts!
Team Parkinson's Research!
Team Captain: Dr. Jack Harless
Become a part of our research warriors and help us with our research concerning adaptation and new approaches for Parkinson's care.
Team Memory Care Pillars!
Team Captain: Debra Stewart
Learn with us as we research memory care tips and techniques for both the person with dementia and the caregiver to use to improve activities of daily living response and quality of life.
St. Leonard Vital Life Community Wellness Score is 92% Spanning over 21,580 programs!
Cumulative Totals | Time | # of Events Measured | Score/2.0 | Satisfaction | Attendance | |||
Jan-11 | 73 | 73 | 1.7 | 85% | 1120 | |||
Feb-March 2011 | 220.5 | 221 | 1.76 | 88% | 2742 | |||
Apr-11 | 80 | 97 | 1.78 | 89% | 1042 | |||
May-11 | 76 | 73 | 1.87 | 94% | 929 | |||
Jun-11 | 258 | 258 | 1.82 | 91% | 1011 | |||
Jul-11 | 290 | 276 | 1.86 | 93% | 1683 | |||
Aug-11 | 129 | 129 | 1.77 | 89% | 1790 | |||
Sep-11 | 201 | 133 | 1.91 | 96% | 1995 | |||
Oct. 11 | 194 | 172 | 1.96 | 98% | 2854 | |||
Nov-12 | 212.74 | 172 | 1.91 | 96% | 1972 | |||
Dec-12 | 173.83 | 176 | 1.91 | 96% | 1739 | |||
Jan -Feb | 522 | 211 | 1.89 | 91% | 2703 | |||
Totals | 2430.07 | 1991 | 1.8 | 92% | 21580 | |||
Friday, March 23, 2012
Team Health Care Center: Vital Life Story!
This past week was so warm that we took our residents out for a stroll. One of the residents who were involved in this activity is in the late stage of his life. During our adventure down to the pond, we strolled through the woods. The woods were so full of spring life, the birds were singing, the squirrels were squawking, flowers were blooming, spring smells were in the air. This resident was given step by step instructions of what was around him; for example, the warm sun before he entered the woods, the soft wind blowing the trees around, the birds singing and the squirrels rustling around. When we finally made it to the pond he was rolled out on the deck so he would be able to hear the fish splashing around while we were feed them. He's not able to do this activity, however we still placed the food in his hands and instructed him on what we were doing, we still had to remove the food and throw it into the water for him. Keep in mind we also had higher functioning residents along with us, they also praised and encouraged this resident.
Upon returning to the facility this resident started smiling, moving his head from side to side, you could see his eye's trying to focus on what was around him. After entering the facility this resident was questioned to see if he enjoyed himself, his response were "yeah, yeah." His wife was so surprised to see the smile that never stopped; his expression on his face was priceless. I have personally been with this resident from the beginning, from being able to walk and play some sports, to sitting in this wheel chair gazing at the ceiling. When you have these little breakthroughs it’s nice, very nice.
Beth
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Team Spiritual Care: Needing Lent
By Sister Sharon Havelak, OSF
Trying to be a person of integrity in one’s actions, mindful of the fate of our planet and its occupants, both human and animal, seems a daunting enough task. But then Lent comes along, with its focus on personal conversion. Just what does a peace activist do?
The words of the prophet Micah (6:8) offer some guidelines that I hope will be helpful, “…what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”
To do justice. It’s so easy to become an “expert,” to read up on the issues of the day, to try to grasp the complexity of our world situation, to form an opinion of what needs to be done. In the end, however, I’ll be judged by what I do. What does it mean to “do justice” on a day-by-day basis, keeping in mind the desperate situation of most of my sisters and brothers around the world and yet managing my work-a-day world with its every-day tasks, its own hurts and problems?
To love kindness. It’s also easy to love abstractly. It’s another matter to open myself to the person who looks suspicious, to be patient with the person who doesn’t seem to understand, to be gentle with someone who needs care when I’m feeling needy. How can I keep encouraging my best self to come forward, to love in spite of myself, to remember that the legacy I want to leave is the number of lives I’ve touched, the hearts that I’ve held sacred?
To walk humbly with my God. This is the easiest and hardest. God is with me (and everyone) always; we are never separated under any circumstances. Unless I separate myself from God, accepting that unconditional love is sometimes difficult. How can I remind myself – all day, every day – of that gift? How can I walk each day in the humility of knowing how small I am in the big picture and yet how great I am because of God in my life?
Team Franciscan Center: A Dip in the Pool Does a Body Good!
Chris Quigley, Pool Supervisor
Swimming reduces blood pressure and improves artery health according to a study in the American Journal of Cardiology. Previous studies have found similar advantages from walking exercises, but this was the first to demonstrate swimming’s vascular health benefits for older adults. Because swimming puts less stress on joints and the body’s cooling mechanisms than many other exercises, it is an ideal activity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that swimming is the second most popular sports activity in the
Swimming reduces blood pressure and improves artery health according to a study in the American Journal of Cardiology. Previous studies have found similar advantages from walking exercises, but this was the first to demonstrate swimming’s vascular health benefits for older adults. Because swimming puts less stress on joints and the body’s cooling mechanisms than many other exercises, it is an ideal activity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that swimming is the second most popular sports activity in the United States
Activities such as swimming, jogging and dancing are endurance exercises. These moderate-intensity level activities benefit your heart and lungs. The National Institute on Aging, NIH, recommends beginning an activity such as swimming in even five-minute intervals if necessary. Gradually increase the amount of time in the activity until you can do at least 10 minutes of swimming at a time -- the amount of time the NIH advises is needed to get the heart and lung benefits of the activity. Your goal should be to build up your time in this endurance activity to 30 minutes. The CDC points out that swimming can lead to improved health for people with heart disease and diabetes, no matter their age. The aerobic activity of swimming also decreases the risk of developing chronic diseases. So, why not take a dip in the pool...have fun & be healthy!
Information taken from www.livestrong.com and the Wall Street Journal 2/14/12.)
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Team Home and Garden: Social Vegetable Garden!
Supervisor Tom Hess prepared the ground for this year's social vegetable garden. Soon we will see the garden plots sectioned off and the beginnings of each family's tried and tested formulas and social wisdom for gardening fun!
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Team Fitness Gurus: Bocce Ball!
The team is preparing to challenge a team from the community! It is all about teamwork and strategy!
Team Assisted Care: Fit-Mit-Spas!
Fit-Mit-Spas is an aerobic program designed around polka music. And who doesn't love to Polka!
Team Assisted Care: Celebrates Dr. Seuss's Birthday!
Carrie has fun giving a book talk on the art and style of Dr. Seuss!
Team Dolph: Sunrise Walking!
Jon sends this picture of a beautiful sunrise from his early morning walk!
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Team Stewart: Social Walking in DC!
It is amazing what you can see when you walk for leisure and fun! Send us pictures of scenic views from your social walking program and we will post them for others to enjoy!
55+ Worker No. 3: Knowledge Workers!
An encore career can be exciting! Imagine working in an environment that suits your present knowledge and abilities. We all know that today's stakeholders understand that there is a direct link between organizational knowledge and ability and the bottom line. The secret is when best-fit knowledge workers are positioned in the right job at the right time. How do you know your best-fit? Contact a not-for-profit career counseling service to discover how your lifelong learning has expanded your job marketability. |
Team Spiritual Care: Show some Real Zeal!
Sister Kateri Theriault
Mission Integration
Zeal is an obscure virtue during the season of Lent. We aim often for the virtues of self-denial, humility, fortitude, and others that seem to lend themselves to our desire for repentance and movement toward the new life of the Resurrection. With that repentance, however, is an opportunity to look at our life in relationship with God and make some real and positive change. That is where zeal can help. Zeal is the quality of eagerness and ardent desire in pursuing something. In Christian language, zeal is love in action. Let us continue this Lenten season with zeal, allowing love to impel us to look realistically, without judgment, at our life and make choices that more fully reflect Christ's life within us.
TODAY'S READINGS: Jonah 3:1-10; Luke 11: 29-32 (226)
"However, take care and be earnestly on your guard not to forget the things which your own eyes have seen."
San Damiano Residence: Water Fountain Construction
Construction begins for a water fountain to accent the San Damiano landscape. ~photos submitted by project photographer Denise~
Team Stewart: Social Walking Scenic Views!
It is amazing what you might see when you go for a walk in the country! Send us your pictures of scenic views from your social walking program and we will post them for others to enjoy.
Team Spelling Bee: Practice Session!
St. Leonard is getting ready for their annual Campus-wide Spelling Bee, which will be on Friday, May 18th. Here are pictures of our independent residents who meet weekly at JBR, Joseph Bernardin Residence. Their enthusiam and hard work are preparing them for competition among themselves as well as with Assisted Care residents. The Spelling Club was begun two years ago by employee Sister Christine Doerger, Wellness Assistant. |
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Chef Adam Rita No: 12: Out of this World Shrimp Marinade!
-It's time for grilling season, this healthy, quick and easy marinade is sure to be a hit
Directions
Chefs Notes: This recipe dose not necessarily need to be cooked on a grill, put in the oven at 350 degrees for about 10minutes, after, broil for 1 minute until tops are slightly charred |
Friday, March 16, 2012
Team Home and Garden: St. Elizabeth Social Garden
Spring has also arrived in our meditation gardens!
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Team Franciscan Center: Birthday Celebration!
Anna Bridgette's birthday is celebrated with friendship, caring team members, and wishes for a great year!
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