February
The Goldton at St. Pete
Newsletter
Resident´s Birthdays
Joanna S. 2/8
John W. 2/12
Becky J. 2/13
Carolyn W. 2/18
Lynda G. 2/28
Celebrating February
Bird Feeding Month
Women Inventors Month
Spunky Old Broads Month
Groundhog Day
February 2
Liberace Day
February 4
Periodic Table Day
February 7
Chinese Lunar New Year’s Day
February 10
Valentine’s Day
February 14
National Drink Wine Day
February 18
Presidents’ Day
February 19
For Pete’s Sake Day
February 26
Leap Day
February 29
We also Celebrate
Lisa Marie Presley – Feb. 1, 1968
Christie Brinkley – Feb. 2, 1954
Farrah Fawcett – Feb. 2, 1947
James Michener – Feb. 3, 1907
Sarah Palin – Feb. 11, 1964
Peter Tork – Feb. 13, 1942
Hugh Downs – Feb. 14, 1921
Amy Tan – Feb. 19, 1952
Cullen Jones – Feb. 29, 1984
Tell Us About Your Experience
Do you love the Goldton at St. Petersburg?Give us a google review!!Leave us a review for your chance to win!If you give us a google review in the next month you will be entered to win a $100 dollar gift card. There will be several winners!Follow the QR code or just type our name in google and leave a review!
Associate of the Month
Priscilla Dwindt
Pricilla is one of our Night Caregivers; she has been working here at The Goldton t St. Petersburg for 6 months. She is a hard worker, caring, and all-around sweet person. We always get a lot of compliments from the resident’s family members about how efficient she is at her job. We are so lucky to have her.
Unique underground formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and gypsum formations.
Discovering National Parks
Mammoth Cave
This month in our discovering national parks series we will be exploring Mammoth Cave our Kentucky National Park. In 1926, a group of private citizens formed Mammoth Cave National Park Association to protect the park. Mammoth Cave National Park was officially dedicated as a national park by 1941. It then became a World Heritage Site in 1981 and an International Biosphere Reserve in 1990. It has the world’s longest known cave system, with more than 400 miles explored, and one of the oldest tour attractions in North America.
Please join our many activities that will center around this astounding park! Don’t forget your passport to get stamped to earn a Mammoth Cave memento.
Embracing Compassionate Care
We recently had a wonderful donation from Senior Helpers, for our memory care, a specially designed baby doll which is used as a therapeutic aid with individuals Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Benefits of Baby Doll Therapy
*Promotes emotional well-being: Holding and caring for a baby doll can evoke feeling of purpose and joy, reducing anxiety and agitation in dementia patients.
*Stimulates memories and cognition: Engaging with a doll can trigger fond memories of parenthood or caregiving, fostering a sense of familiarity and peace.
*Encourages social interaction: It offers opportunities for interaction and conversation with caregivers and family, enhancing social skills.
*Provides a sense of purpose: Caring for the doll can give individuals a feeling of responsibility and purpose, improving their overall mood and quality of life.
Non-pharmacological approach: A gentle, drug free method to bring comfort and reduce stress in those with memory loss.
Resident of the Month
Joan Dirrigl
Joan, our resident of the month, has lived at the Goldton since July. You will find Joan participating in many of the group activities here at the Goldton. She always has a smile on her face and is friendly and welcoming to everyone. Joan has three daughters, two that live in the St. Pete area and one in Texas. She loves spending time with her family!
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February Recipe Spotlight
Double Chocolate Mocha Mousse
Ingredients:
4 oz. semisweet chocolate
2 oz. bittersweet chocolate
2 large egg yolks
1 1/2 tsp. instant espresso powder
5 tbsp. granulated sugar
1 1/2 c. heavy cream
Directions:
Step 1
Place the semisweet and bittersweet chocolates in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt according to package directions. Let cool slightly.
Step 2
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks, espresso powder, 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture lightly coats the back of a spatula (do not let the mixture simmer or boil), 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 3
Scrape the egg mixture into the cooled chocolate and whisk to combine. Refrigerate until cooled, about 25 minutes.
Step 4
Using an electric mixer, beat together the remaining cup cream and tablespoon sugar in a medium bowl until stiff peaks form. In two additions, fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture. Divide among serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving.
Step 5
Sprinkle with shaved chocolate before serving, if desired.
Rolling hills, deep river valleys, and the world’s longest known cave system. Mammoth Cave National Park is home to thousands of years of human history and a rich diversity of plant and animal life, earning it the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve.
Historical Significance:
Evidence suggests that Mammoth Cave has been used by humans for thousands of years. Native American artifacts discovered in the cave date back to around 4,000 years ago, highlighting its historical importance.
Mammoth Cave
National Park
The longest know cave system in the World, more than a cave.
Collaborators
Lisa Stouffer
