October
Madison Heights / Kelly Place Enterprise
Newsletter
Resident´s Birthdays
Helen Harrison 10/13
Gene Reynolds 10/13
Ina O’Neal 10/22
Rebecca Hall 10/29
Paula Crowe 10/31
Month's Celebrations
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Halloween 10/31
Events Spotlight
Community Trick or Treat 10/29
Halloween Party 10/31
Mixing the Young with the Old
An Intergenerational program is a service that involves ongoing and organized interactions between members of younger and older age groups for the benefit of all participants. This program brings people together to interact, share knowledge, and work together. The goal is to build understanding and respect between generations, and to create meaningful relationships. These programs can include mentoring, community service, creative arts, storytelling, gardening, and environmental action. These groups can also help address societal concerns such as literacy, crime prevention and health. Ways to get involved in these programs include reaching out to local organizations such as schools, community centers and nonprofit organizations, creating workshops or classes through local community centers or libraries, and forming mentorship programs.
Remember For Those That Cannot
Dementia is a chronic condition that affects over 50 million people worldwide. Dementia Awareness is a global effort to raise awareness and reduce stigma around dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and to help improve the lives of people with dementia as well as their family and caregivers. The color Purple is the worldwide know color for dementia awareness. The Alzheimer’s Association uses the color Purple as its signature color because it combines the calm stability of blue and the passionate energy of red. The color purple can also represent clarity of mind or wisdom, which can bring hope and optimism to those living with dementia. While caring for someone with dementia, The 4R’s is very important to remember. The 4Rs are Reassure, Reconsider, Redirect and Relax. The most common types of behavioral triggers in dementia are confusion, pain and discomfort, and a changing or overwhelming environment. Dementia causes changes in abilities, behavior, and communication that impact the regular daily activities of an individual’s life. Ways to get involved in Dementia Awareness include having a fundraiser for the cause, share information about dementia with others, talk to loved ones about dementia and how they can help and by joining a local support group.
Active Body and Mind
It is very important for Seniors to stay as active as possible both mentally and physically. Social events and activities for seniors are important for their overall well-being and quality of life. Social Activities help avoid loneliness and isolation, which can lead to depression and other mental health issues. Socializing also helps keep the brain active and can improve memory and cognitive skills. Physical Activity can improve overall health and can help those with dementia re-establish roles they used to have such as teaching, watering the garden or even washing the dishes. There are many ways to keep Seniors active and healthy such as gardening, art, dancing, knitting, board games, music, animal assisted therapy, and puzzles.
Resident of the Month
Rebecca Hall
Rebecca Hall
Rebecca (Becky) Hall was born on October 9, 1951, to James and Juliet Connell in Ozark, AL. Rebecca’s mother worked at the shirt factory in Ozark and her father was the Chief of Police for the City of Ozark. After her father’s death in 1961 Rebecca and her family moved to Brundidge, Al. Rebecca graduated from Pike County High School. After graduation, Rebecca attended George C. Wallace Technical College for nursing. Rebecca soon met her husband, William Hall and they married in September of 1971 and soon after moved to Macon, Georgia. Soon after, they had 3 children, and Rebecca became a stay-at-home mom and a homemaker. Rebecca and her husband were happily married until his death in June of 2020.
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Recipe Spotlight:
Fall Chicken Skillet
Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb chicken breasts, cubed
Salt & pepper
4 tbsp Garlic Butter
2-3 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
1 butternut squash, cubed
1 onion, sliced
2 Granny Smith apples, cubed
1/2 tsp thyme
1 tsp cinnamon
1 cup chicken broth, divided
2 oz crumbled bacon
Directions:
Cook seasoned chicken in olive oil until browned, set aside. In the same pan, melt Garlic Butter and sauté Brussels sprouts, squash, and onion for 8-10 minutes. Add apple, thyme, cinnamon, and 1/2 cup broth, cook until broth evaporates.
Stir in remaining broth and chicken, then garnish with bacon. Serve. Take off the heat, and garnish with crumbled bacon. Serve.
Associate of the Month
Jessica Sowell
Jessica is 37 years old and has 2 beautiful daughters ages 14 and 16 and 1 granddaughter. Jessica has a heart of gold when it comes to caring for those who suffer from Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Both her grandmother and grandfather suffered from dementia before passing away. Jessica learned a lot about caring for someone with dementia and Alzheimer’s while caring for her grandparents before their passing. She says that she loves all of the resident’s at MHKP and knowing that she is making such a positive impact while caring for them means the world to her. She says that even on days when she may be having a rough day, it’s the residents and being able to care for them and love them that gets her through those rough times.
Health and Pets
Pets can have many benefits for seniors including social and emotional support by helping reduce the feelings of depression and loneliness. Pets also offer health benefits by helping lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Pets can give seniors a sense of purpose and routine by them caring for them. Pets can also increase opportunities for exercise and outdoor activities to help seniors stay physically active. Pets can be particularly helpful for older adults with dementia by forming an emotional bond with them.
Collaborators
Madison Heights and Kelley Place is the first specialty care community to focus on memory care in Enterprise, Alabama. Naturally, their weevil had to represent the individuals and families who suffer from Alzheimer’s and dementia daily. 