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Love and forgiveness go hand in hand; they cannot be separated, one from the other, without diminishing their very essence, their very intent: to spend our eternal life with God. — from Wrapped Up |
Monday, December 31, 2012
Team Spiritual Care: New Year's Resolution
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Sunday, December 30, 2012
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Saturday, December 29, 2012
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Friday, December 28, 2012
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Thursday, December 27, 2012
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
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Tuesday, December 25, 2012
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Monday, December 24, 2012
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Sunday, December 23, 2012
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Saturday, December 22, 2012
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Friday, December 21, 2012
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Thursday, December 20, 2012
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Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Team Franciscan Center Spa Update!
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| Kristin Pitstick Spa Manager |
Winter is just about here and that means SNOW! I know, I shouldn’t utter the “S” word, but it’s important for us to prepare for the upcoming months. Here at the Franciscan Center, we are preparing with Paraffin Hand Treatments. They are excellent for helping with those aches and pains that inevitably come with Old Man Winter. Not sure what that is? PERFECT! I’m going to highlight it in this month’s issue.
The following information is taken from www.livestrong.com. A paraffin treatment uses warm oil-based wax to provide pain relief to hands, feet and sore joints and muscles. At the Franciscan Center, we primarily perform this on hands, but it can be done on the feet as well. Paraffin treatment is a form of deep heat therapy. The liquified wax is quite efficient at absorbing and retaining heat. In addition to its skin softening properties, a paraffin treatment will improve blood flow, increase range of motion for people with arthritis/bursitis or other chronic joint disorder, relax stiff muscles, and sooth pain.
Don’t let the cold weather ruin your winter! Bring a friend and stop by the Franciscan Center Day Spa to set up your appointment for a paraffin hand treatment, manicure, pedicure, or massage! While you’re here enjoy a dip in the pool, dinner and the Station House, and some socialization with great friends.
Team HCC: Gingerbread House and Train Project
Projects that promote sensory and motor challenges also promote social decision-making. More importantly they are fun and a great way to make new friends!
Team Franciscan Center: December Update!
Happy Holidays to everyone! We are still rolling with SilverSneakers™ & Forever Fit.
Starting in January, we will be offering some new classes & more social gathering opportunities. The new classes are associated with SilverSneakers™ but are open to all members . They are:
Silver Splash—utilizing the physical properties of water to enhance agility, range of motion & cardiovascular conditioning.
Muscular Strength & Range of Motion—this class moves through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and skills required during activities for daily living (ADL). Hand held weights, elastic tubing and a ball are offered for resistance and a chair is used for seated and standing support.
Yoga Stretch-Stress Reduction— reduce stress by learning to breathe more effectively & efficiently as well as improving flexibility, balance & joint range of motion.
Cardio Circuit—Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers™ ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography.
Exciting times are upon us at The Franciscan Center. There’s never been a better time to get back in shape or just reach new heights of fun & function with the addition of our new classes & social events!
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| Dr. Jack Harless Manager of The Franciscan Center |
Happy Holidays to everyone! We are still rolling with SilverSneakers™ & Forever Fit.
Starting in January, we will be offering some new classes & more social gathering opportunities. The new classes are associated with SilverSneakers™ but are open to all members . They are:
Silver Splash—utilizing the physical properties of water to enhance agility, range of motion & cardiovascular conditioning.
Muscular Strength & Range of Motion—this class moves through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and skills required during activities for daily living (ADL). Hand held weights, elastic tubing and a ball are offered for resistance and a chair is used for seated and standing support.
Yoga Stretch-Stress Reduction— reduce stress by learning to breathe more effectively & efficiently as well as improving flexibility, balance & joint range of motion.
Cardio Circuit—Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers™ ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography.
Exciting times are upon us at The Franciscan Center. There’s never been a better time to get back in shape or just reach new heights of fun & function with the addition of our new classes & social events!
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Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Team Bella Vita: Secret Santa Party!
Secret Santas gather to reveal their secret comings and goings while delivering messages of good cheer and gifts. Tim is shown with his new UK Santa hat!
55+ Worker No. 12: Find your Tribe!
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Looking for work in 2013 may be easier than you think. We have discussed updating your resume, enhancing your skills and competencies, and increasing your understanding of current performance improvement employee evaluation systems. The next step is to find your tribe to expand your network potential. In other words, who knows you well enough to identify the positive and meaningful contributions that you have made over the years. Reconnect with members of your tribe for possible letters of reference or solid leads to your next best job!
Monday, December 17, 2012
Team HCC: Christmas Party!
There is a connection to the arrival of Santa Claus and the life of the party!
Sunday, December 16, 2012
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Saturday, December 15, 2012
Virtual Team Brain Storm: Brain Teaser!
It still doesn’t look much look or feel like Winter. Do you think we will have a White Christmas? I hope so!
This will be our last holiday brain teaser before Christmas. Let me know how you do! There are a few hints below the brain teaser if you need help.
My father gave me a brain teaser with two groups of words missing. The four words in each group are anagrams of each other. I've solved the first group, but I'm stuck on the second group. Can you help?
Time to decorate the Christmas tree! Putting up the lights was my job, but after that it was time to ENLIST some help. While the kids were busy adding TINSEL, I put on some music to LISTEN to; my favourite song is "SILENT Night".
After we finished decorating the Christmas tree, I hung the stockings on the __1__. Feeling a chill, I looked down and had to __2__ my __3__ lapse; the fire was out. I threw on my __4__ and stepped out into the cold night to gather some firewood. Upon my return, we were soon roasting chestnuts and sipping eggnog to complete a wonderful evening.
Hint
Here are definitions of the missing words:
1. a shelf above a fireplace
2. to express sorrow
3. relating to the mind
4. a cloak
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| Kelly Lance Team Captain |
I would like to wish each of you a very Merry Christmas and many blessings for the New Year. May the Hope & Joy of God’s gift fill your hearts this Christmas. -Kelly
Answer
1. mantel
2. lament
3. mental
4. mantle
Team Spiritual Care: Good News Starts Here
Monday, December 17
ADVENT WEEKDAY
The New Testament begins with a bang: Matthew’s first sentence declares that the savior of Israel has arrived! No more waiting and wondering or chasing after vain hopes and disappointing deliverers. This Messiah has the right lineage (Abraham’s tribe, David’s house) and will be born in the proper town (Bethlehem). If you’re looking for wisdom, look no further than Jesus. Today the church begins praying the series of “O Antiphons” sung or recited since the seventh century during this final week of preparation for Christmas. Take Five will offer its own version of the Antiphon for each day, and so we pray: O Wisdom, give us the insight we need to choose your will in all things.
TODAY’S READINGS: Genesis 49:2, 8-10; Matthew 1:1-17 (193)
“The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.”
CONTRIBUTORS
Alice Camille, Kevin Clarke, Daniel Grippo, Father Larry Janowski, O.F.M., Ann O’Connor, Siobhán O’Neill, Joel Schorn, Patrice J. Tuohy, Sister Julie Vieira, I.H.M.
ADVENT WEEKDAY
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| Sister Kateri Theriault |
The New Testament begins with a bang: Matthew’s first sentence declares that the savior of Israel has arrived! No more waiting and wondering or chasing after vain hopes and disappointing deliverers. This Messiah has the right lineage (Abraham’s tribe, David’s house) and will be born in the proper town (Bethlehem). If you’re looking for wisdom, look no further than Jesus. Today the church begins praying the series of “O Antiphons” sung or recited since the seventh century during this final week of preparation for Christmas. Take Five will offer its own version of the Antiphon for each day, and so we pray: O Wisdom, give us the insight we need to choose your will in all things.
TODAY’S READINGS: Genesis 49:2, 8-10; Matthew 1:1-17 (193)
“The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.”
CONTRIBUTORS
Alice Camille, Kevin Clarke, Daniel Grippo, Father Larry Janowski, O.F.M., Ann O’Connor, Siobhán O’Neill, Joel Schorn, Patrice J. Tuohy, Sister Julie Vieira, I.H.M.
Friday, December 14, 2012
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Team Franciscan Center: Fowler Ridge Wind Farm!
Team Franciscan Center trainers pass the world's largest windfarm on their way to Hammond Indiana for Silver Sneaker's training.
Team Franciscan Center: Silver Sneaker's Training!
Jack, Jon, Anna-Bridgette, and Kristin are in Hammond Indiana training at a Silver Sneaker's workshop for the class Cardio Circuit!
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Team SDR: Gingerbread Christmas Train Dilemma!
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Have you every started a project and the materials and instruction just did not live up to the advertising? Residents and staff shared many laughs with this creative dilemma!
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Monday, December 10, 2012
It's Great in Dayton: Carillon Brass Holiday Concert!
On Friday, December 14 at 10:00 am & Noon, the Carillon Brass will present two free holiday concerts. All are invited and no tickets are required. The program features an eclectic repertoire, which includes jazz standards, brass-specific compositions, transcribed concert music, and and traditional holiday favorites. Donors Boston Stocker will provide complimentary coffee, and the Whitney Fund will provide complimentary doughnuts, at the 10:00 am concert. Boston's Bistro & Pub will make box lunches available for purchase at the noon performance.
Team University of Dayton Engineering & Safety Lab No. 19: Arthritis in the Winter
Reducing the Effects of Arthritis in Winter (December)
The old wives’ tale states that aching joints tell of a change in the weather. While little scientific evidence exists to support this, there are many things you can do to reduce the effects of arthritis this winter. Make sure to consult a doctor first!
1. Swim/soak in warm water— Swimming is great low-impact exercise too, just don’t venture into cold weather immediately after.
2. Exercise indoors—Don’t let your activities fall by the wayside as temperatures drop. Invest in a treadmill for your home or walk the local mall.
3. Make sure you’re getting enough Vitamin D—ask your doctor if you need a supplement in winter, when you’re less likely to get your recommended dose from the sun.
4. Try a glucosaminechondroitin supplement—this pricey herbal supplement hasn’t been proven, but many arthritis patients swear by it, and it has lower risky side effects than other medications.
5. Add 2,000-3,000mg of fish oil daily—The omega-3 fatty acids they contain reduce inflammation.
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The old wives’ tale states that aching joints tell of a change in the weather. While little scientific evidence exists to support this, there are many things you can do to reduce the effects of arthritis this winter. Make sure to consult a doctor first!
1. Swim/soak in warm water— Swimming is great low-impact exercise too, just don’t venture into cold weather immediately after.
2. Exercise indoors—Don’t let your activities fall by the wayside as temperatures drop. Invest in a treadmill for your home or walk the local mall.
3. Make sure you’re getting enough Vitamin D—ask your doctor if you need a supplement in winter, when you’re less likely to get your recommended dose from the sun.
4. Try a glucosaminechondroitin supplement—this pricey herbal supplement hasn’t been proven, but many arthritis patients swear by it, and it has lower risky side effects than other medications.
5. Add 2,000-3,000mg of fish oil daily—The omega-3 fatty acids they contain reduce inflammation.
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Virtual Team Parkinson's Research: Update!
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| Dr. Jack Harless Team Captain |
We have 15 members. This weak we looked at the role brain inflammation plays in initiating such diseases as Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s. We talked about how many lifestyle choices that foster toxicity & deficiency lead to all types of bodily inflammation, whereas choices that lead to purity & sufficiency tend to lead towards greater fun & function on all levels.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Friday, December 7, 2012
The Christmas Trees at St.Leonard: JBR!
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Another beautiful tree located at the Joseph Bernadin Residence!
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