Laughing Matters!! Are you stressed out? Unable to relax? Feeling gloomy? Well, you might consider going for a long and exhausting jog, or engaging in a frantic game of paddle ball to work out those frustrations. Or, if you want more immediate results, you can just laugh it off! April is National Humor Month, so this is the perfect time to add a little humor into your daily routine. Founded in 1976 by author and humorist Larry Wilde, the original idea was to heighten public awareness of the therapeutic and restorative values of joy and laughter. After all, many studies have shown that laughter can actually improve our health. And laughter is fun! After all, you can't feel sad or angry when you're laughing, right? The fact is that laughter itself changes us physiologically. Like exercise or waving your arms around, it boosts the heart rate and increases blood flow, so we breathe faster and more oxygen is delivered to the body's tissues. Our facial muscles stretch and we actually burn calories when we're laughing. In fact, the mere act of smiling can alter your mood almost immediately. Of course, there are always skeptics out there, like that cranky co-worker across the way or that grumpy relative you try to avoid at the holidays. But here are a few fun facts that you might want to mention to them: Laughter Reduces Stress: When stressed, we produce a hormone called cortisol. Laughter can significantly reduce cortisol levels. Laughter Can Reduce Pain: Laughter causes us to produce endorphins, which are natural, painkilling hormones. Laughter Strengthens the Immune System: A hearty laugh decreases stress hormones and increases production of T-cells, immune proteins and infection-fighting antibodies. WWW.BETHANY-VILLAGE.ORG Laughter Helps the Heart: When we laugh we increase blood flow and the function of blood vessels, which can help prevent cardiovascular problems. Laughter Relaxes the Whole Body: One good belly laugh can relieve physical tension and relax your muscles for up to 45 minutes. Laughter Helps You Recharge: By reducing stress levels and increasing your energy, laughter can help you focus and achieve more. So, not only is a great giggle a lot of fun, it's good for you! And like yawning, laughter can also be contagious. So by opening yourself up to more humor in your daily life, you may also have a positive effect on those around you. And the great thing about humor is that there is a bottomless supply out there. You don't need to sign up for anything. It doesn't cost a thing. It's fat-free and you can have as much of it as you like.
Joke Corner! 60th High School Reunion He was a widower and she a widow. They had known each other for a number of years being high school classmates and having attended class reunions in the past without fail. This 60th anniversary of their class, the widower and the widow made a foursome with two other singles. They had a wonderful evening, their spirits high with the widower throwing admiring glances across the table and the widow smiling coyly back at him. Finally, he picked up courage and blurted out, "Will you marry me?" After about six seconds of careful consideration, she answered, "Yes... yes I will!" The evening ended on a happy note for the widower. But the next morning he was troubled. Did she say yes? Or did she say no? He couldn't remember. Try as he would, he just could not recall. He went over the conversation of the previous evening, but his mind was blank. He remembered asking the question but for the life of him he could not recall her response. So with fear and trepidation, he picked up the phone and called her. First, he explained that he couldn't remember as well as he used to. Then he reviewed the past evening. As he gained a little more courage he then inquired of her, "When I asked if you would marry me, did you say yes or did you say no?" "Why you silly man, I said Yes. Yes I will!... And I meant it with all my heart." The widower was delighted. He felt his heart skip a beat. Then she continued, "And I am so glad you called because I couldn't remember who asked me!" Happy Birthday!! Allan Mallette 8th Ruth Thomas --18th Barbara Coats 19th William Wells 23rd Alberta Callihan 30th Something New They signify the start of something new. A rebirth and a second chance for me and you and you Where the past is past and sins forgotten and a bright future is in view. A time for change, a time for change There is so much to do So gather the eggs one by one And paint them all And have some fun!
Employee of the Month! The Manor Elizabeth Liz Johnson, LPN, was selected as March s Employee of the Month at Bethany Manor. Liz has worked at Bethany Manor since January 2015 as an LPN on Skilled 1. Liz s nominees stated that she is kind, gentle, a team player, and just a pleasure to work with. Congratulations! Dying Marshmallows for Easter! Candidates for employee of the month are nominated by coworkers, residents or family. Criteria for consideration include attendance, attitude, flexibility and family input. All nominees are then reviewed by a selection committee and a final determination is then made. As the Employee of the Month, Liz received a $50 gift card, a recognition certificate, and a designated parking spot for the month. Nominations for April s Employee of the Month will be reviewed and the winners will be announced on April 21. Resident Council You have a voice at Bethany Village! The Resident Council acts as the representative body for the Courtyards. It provides a forum for the Courtyard s Community to express concerns, needs and want to the Administration. Representatives from all departments will be on hand to give reports and updates. The Council has an elected board of officers with each wing having a representative who attends the meetings. The Council meets monthly. The next Resident Council meeting is March 10th at 10:30 in the Auditorium. Hope to see you there!!
St. Patrick s Day Celebration! The Easter Bunny Visits the Manor! Congratulations!! Mary Enderle is celebrating her 20th anniversary here at the Courtyards!!
RIVERDANCE 20th Anniversary World Tour!! Tripp Foundation presents Broadway Clemens Center 2015-16 Best of Broadway Series Tuesday, April 26 and Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. and Added Performance Thursday, April 28, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. Single tickets priced at $69.50/$59.50/ $35.50. Processing and facility maintenance fees apply. For tickets, call 607-734-8191 or 800-724-0159 The international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand in RIVERDANCE The 20th Anniversary World Tour. Drawing on Irish traditions, the combined talents of the performers propel Irish dancing and music into the present day, capturing the imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures in an innovative and exciting blend of dance, music and song. Of all the performances to emerge from Ireland in rock, music, theatre and film nothing has carried the energy, the sensuality and the spectacle of RIVERDANCE. April 2016 Residents cannot give other residents these items. Residents wishing to have alcohol in their rooms must have a doctor order stating they can. Residents cannot give other residents alcohol. Contact Jocelyn Moglia, RN, Director of Clinical Services with any questions on these regulations or for further explanation. Gifts or Money to Employees : We understand that you would like to acknowledge the staff with tips (money) or gifts. Please understand our staff are not allowed to take any money or gifts. Staff accepting gifts and money from residents or their families are subject to termination. We have lost wonderful employees due to an inability to turn down these gifts. We are all grateful for a simple thank you! It is our pleasure to assist you! ---Jocelyn Moglia, RN, Director of Clinical Services As a licensed health care facility under New York State Department of Health the following regulations are required to be followed for residents to live in our facility: Residents cannot have medications in their room without us having a direct order from their physician stating they can. This goes for all over the counter medications, vitamins, creams, etc.
Adult Social Day Club 10am-2pm Monday - Friday The Day Club is a program of structured activities designed for adults in the community who may require supportive care. The program offers a pleasant home-like atmosphere with stimulating recreational activities; baking, games, crafts, music, movies, day trips. A morning snack and lunch in the dining room are also included. The program offers caregivers an opportunity to pursue employment or enjoy some needed respite, while offering the reassurance that a loved one is being cared for during the day by caring and professional staff. For more information, please call the Bethany at Home Coordinator, Terri Russell at 607-378-6613. Alzheimer s Association Caregivers Support Group Bethany Village offers a Caregivers Support Group session monthly for the Alzheimer s Association. The group meets every third Thursday from 12:15-1:15 in the Courtyards Day Club Room. There is no charge for the meeting and we supply lunch. If you would like more information, please call the Home Care office at 607-378-6613. Bethany At Home Nail Service We are offering manicure and pedicure services to the residents of the Courtyards, Knoll and Orchard Homes. Alicia Frost, licensed Nail Specialist, will schedule appointments weekly in the Courtyards for your convenience. To schedule an appointment please contact Terri 378-6613. Companionship Services Bethany at Home would like to extend our companionship services to the residents of the Courtyards. We have professional and caring aides that are available to visit on a scheduled basis. Typical activities might be to play a game, put a puzzle together, go for a walk, or quiet time talking, just to mention a few. If you are interested and for more information, please contact Terri at 378-6613. Pastoral Care Catholic Rosary every Wed. 10:30 at Courtyards in Auditorium Church Services: Sundays Courtyards @10:30 Manor @ 2:00 Bible Study: Tues & Thurs. Tues: @ 10:30 Courtyards Thurs: @2:00 Manor Sensory church (every other week) For more info contact: Rev. Mary Ann Bernard (607) 378-6701 or bernardm@bethany-village.org Our Mission Bethany Village is a Sustainable, Vibrant Oasis Offering a Choice of Quality Living and Care Options for Aging Adults April 2016 Contact Us: The Courtyard: Sales/ Marketing Sharon Casler 607-378-6664 sharon.casler@bethanyvillage.org Lynne Gaylord 607-378-6519 gaylordl@bethany-village.org The Manor: Admissions Case Manager Carrie Hill 607-378-6549 hillc@bethany-village.org You can also call our main phone number at (607) 739-8711, 24-hours a day for additional help. Contact Maureen McLaughlin x6536 to have Skype set up for you and your family to video chat. Try it! It is fun! Like us on Facebook to keep updated on the latest news and events! **The newsletter is now available on our website! www.bethany-village.org