F orest Pa r k Press The Perks of Being a Social Senior Did you know that having a variety of positive social interactions not only increases your emotional wellbeing, but can also contribute to your physical wellness? That’s because social interaction can boost self-esteem, which gives you a more positive outlook on life. Doctors have found that people who have a positive outlook on life tend to fight diseases better than people who don’t. The bottom line? Meaningful interactions with others enhance your quality of life (and maybe even add years to it), making you feel better and giving you a reason to rise and shine each day. Take advantage “of these many opportunities to enjoy the company of others. 2401 South L Street Richmond, IN 47374 Phone: 765.966.5705 Fax: 765.966.5713 www.forestparkhc.com February 2015 Being Social in Your Community There’s nothing more enjoyable than meeting new people. Find those in your community with whom you share a special interest, and get social! Join a Community Group – Quilting circles, book clubs, fishing trips etc. Look for opportunities and more in your community to make new and lasting connections. Volunteer – You have so many skills to offer. What better way to use them than to contribute to a charity of your choice? You can find all kinds of organizations to support either online or in your community. Do you have a green thumb? Help plan a community garden. Do you have the fastest needles in east? Grab some friends and knit hats for cancer patients. There’s so much you can accomplish when you work together as a community. Social Gatherings on Campus We offer many opportunities for you to mix and mingle on campus. Here are a few activities to look for when you want to make campus connections. Happy Hour – Gather with friends, family members and staff every Friday afternoon to enjoy great snacks and even better company. ...continued on page 4 Happy Birthday! Executive Director Corner Residents Maverne A. February 05 Dorothy S. February 09 Evelyn C. February 11 Jack W. February 22 Staff Danielle S. February 03 Tabitha M. February 08 Robin G. February 17 Lisa B. February 22 Christina F. February 22 Mark W. February 28 Wii Bowling Wrapping Up the Wii Bowling Challenge 2015 for our Forest Park Residents. Sunday Brunch Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 15, 2015. Families please remember to make your reservations so we may be able to serve you and your family better. Themed Dinner Our Next Theme Dinner is February 26th “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” Taste of Town Forest Park Residents will enjoy Long John Silvers on February 20. Greetings, Forest Park Health Campus ended the year with great success by raising money to give back to those in need. Our campus lives by a standard called “The Customer Service Difference,” and adhering to this standard has given rise to a special culture, where we not only focus on taking great care of our customers, but we also focus on giving back to the community as well. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank those of you who supported our 2014 Holiday Charity Fundraising efforts. We are pleased to announce that our campus raised approx. $3000 to benefit a local charity. The winners of the raffle drawing include: • 40 inch TV- Christina Vardaman • Keurig Mini Brewer Diana Reeg • Dyson Vacuum Shannon Morgan • Samsung Tablet- Jean Varner We appreciate your kindness and generosity! Yours in service, Jessica Price Executive Director Smile of the Month Great Help and Loads of FUN..... Putting smiles on our staff and the resident's faces on Christmas Day. Hats off to Gary B., son of Jewell B. who comes in daily to visit his mother and assists us at Forest Park by assisting other residents in the dining room daily with drinks and orders. He also assists the Life Enrichment Team by picking the movies for movie night. What A Wonderful Family Volunteer! Elf in Around and Sharing Joy on Christmas Day. Volunteer and family member Gary B. Live a Dream Granted! Lillie H. enjoyed spending the day with her family over in Avon, IN, Forest Park Transportation was provided along with great company of her daughter Ruth and son Ron and his wife along for the ride. They enjoyed a catered lunch from KFC. I'm in the position of granting DREAMS for our Residents. Do you know of someone that has a special occasion coming up or likes specific music or games, please make suggestions to Heidi Rhodus, LED by calling 765-966-5705 or just come visit me in my office. I'll be happy to see you. The Residents Enjoyed Many Holiday Events Did You Know. . . ? That you can read the monthly newsletter on-line in addition to the printed copy. Please follow the campus link www.trilogyhs. com/campus/forest-park-healthcampus or you can pick up a printed copy when you visit our campus. Just A Reminder... We Are No Longer Mailing Them. The Private Dining Room can be reserved for your Family Occasions, just call Heidi Rhodus, LED to make your plans. Happy Hour is weekly at. Happy Hour is Every Friday At 3:00 PM. ‘Social Senior’ Family Night – Offered quarterly, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know others in our community. Enjoy food, fun and entertainment with other residents, staff and family members. 2401 South L Street Richmond, IN 47374 Phone: 765.966.5705 Fax: 765.966.5713 www.forestparkhc.com Sunday Brunch – Share a special meal with your loved ones when you invite them to join you for our monthly Sunday Brunch. A Trilogy Health Services Community A monthly newsletter serving the residents of Forest Park Health Campus Jessica Price Executive Director Shelly Earlywine Director of Health Services Jean Varner, LPN Medical Records Shannon Morgan MDS Coordinator Rebecca Witte, RN MDS Coordinator Nikki Kemp Therapy Program Director Heidi Rhodus Life Enrichment Director Christina Falcone AL Unit Manager Katie Mendenhall Director Social Services Chuck Berry Director of Food Services Linda VanHart Business Office Manager We strive to provide the best customer service and quality care for our residents. Our Department Leaders are here to solve any concerns you may have. In the event that you need further assistance with any unresolved concerns, we encourage you to call the Divisional Vice President or our Compliance Line. Jim Chambers, Divisional Vice President: [email protected] Compliance Hotline: 800-908-8618, ext. 2800; or [email protected] Newsletter Production by PorterOneDesign.com Vitality – Join fellow residents for an exercise class, a wellness seminar or even a walking club. Vitality activities are offered at least three times and week, and there’s no better ...continued from page 1 way to make friends than sweating it out together. Just the Guys – Grab your buddies and enjoy the many manly activities offered just for you. We offer men’s breakfast clubs, poker nights, model train building and even male bonding road trips. Inspirations – Come together in fellowship when you attend our weekly worship service. This is the perfect opportunity to grow closer to those around you through Bible study, hymn singing, devotions and more. 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