News to keep you up to date. HAPPENINGS At The Villa July/August 2017 A publication of Ten Summer Health Tips for Seniors to Beat the Heat Inside This Issue: Page 1 Summer Health Tips for Seniors Page 2 July Activities EPV Birthdays Page 3 4th of July Supper Sundaes on Sunday Page 4 Spring Picnic Photos Page 5 Note from Nursing Page 6 August Activities Page 7 Message from Housekeeping Page 8 From EPV s Kitchen East Park Villa 1704 L Street Aurora, NE 68818 402-694-2300 East Park Villa is a division of Memorial Community Health, Inc. As we age, being aware of the potential health risks that are uniquely associated with both our age and the changing seasons is important. While people of all ages face specific health risks, seniors have particular risks that need to be understood and monitored, especially in the heat of the summer. Below are 10 summer health tips for seniors as we head into the season: 10 Summer Health Tips for Seniors 1. Drink plenty of liquids. Drink eight or more 8-ounce glasses of water and/or fruit juices every day to stay hydrated. 2. Avoid caffeinated and alcoholic beverages. Alcohol, soda, coffee and even tea can leave you dehydrated quickly. If at all possible, try to reduce the amount of these beverages, especially during hot weather. Plain or flavored water is a good substitute. 3. Dress appropriately. Wear loose-fitting clothes in natural fabrics like cotton. Dress in light colors that will reflect the sun and heat instead of darker colors that will attract them. 4. Sun block. When outdoors, protect your skin from damage by wearing hats, sunglasses and a sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher. 5. Stay indoors. In extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. 6. Air conditioning. If you do not have air conditioning in your home, go somewhere that does. A movie theater, the mall, a friend or relative s home, or a community senior center are all good options. 7. Avoid extreme outdoor heat. If you need to get out of the house and don t drive, call a friend or a transportation service. Do NOT wait outside to be picked up in extreme heat. 8. Take a cool shower or bath. If you are absolutely unable to leave the house and do not have air conditioning, take a cool bath or shower to lower your body temperature on extremely hot days. 9. Keep your home cool. Temperatures inside the home should not exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit for prolonged periods of time. 10. Signs of heat stroke. Know the signs of heat stroke (e.g. flushed face, high body temperature, headache, nausea, rapid pulse, dizziness and confusion) and take immediate action if you feel them coming on.
Page 2 July Activities The following activities are in addition to our regularly scheduled activities. If you plan to attend, please sign up for activities marked with an asterisk (*), at least 24 hours in advance, when possible. Thank you! July: 4 Movie, Yankee Doodle Dandy 4 4th of July Supper 6 Ice Cream Treats 7 Resident Council 8 Movie 11 Coffee with MCC Friends 12 Gary & Elaine Sallans to Perform 13 Camping Fun with Rosemary 14 Men s Coffee 17 Shop Walmart 18 Merrymakers Present Kim Eames 18 Ladies Coffee 21 Take a Trip to Haiti w/ Deb Quick 22 4 H BINGO 23 Sundaes on Sunday 24 Hamilton Co. Band 28 Trivia 28 Happy Hour HAPPENINGS at the Villa Happy Hour Beat the heat as you sit, relax, and enjoy a beverage at Happy Hour on the last Friday of each Residents: Staff: 2 Myron O. 14 Tara H. 6 Bob L. 17 Kathy D. 18 Loretta L. 20 Crystal P. 18 Karen O. 28 Vanessa N 20 Mabel R. 23 Elaine H. 26 Jayne L. Residents: 17 Gladys H. 22 Evelyn B. 28 Alice M. 28 Marie O. month. July 28th August 25th July Birthdays August Birthdays
July/August 2017 Page 3 We will be celebrating Independence Day with a grilled steak & shrimp dinner for the Residents of East Park Villa on Tuesday, July 4th, 2017. Sundaes on Sunday Enjoy a sundae (or ice cream treat) at Dairy Queen this summer. Take a trip to Central City or Grand Island with your fellow residents to beat the heat of summer! July 23rd August 20th September 17th
Page 4 HAPPENINGS at the Villa Spring Picnic Fun at East Park Villa
January/February 2017 Page 5 HAPPENINGS at the Villa Page 5 A Note on West Nile Virus from Nursing... West Nile Virus (WNV) remains an important public health issue for Nebraska. According to the CDC, Nebraska places in the top five nationally for reported persons with WNV. So it is very important for you to protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites. The Buzz on Mosquitoes Mosquitoes are attracted to people by skin odors and the carbon dioxide from their breath. Mosquitoes become infected with the West Nile Virus when they feed on infected birds, then they can spread the virus to humans and other animals when they bite. West Nile Virus can cause severe and sometimes fatal illnesses in people of any age. However, being over 60 is a risk factor for developing severe West Nile disease. Most people are infected from June through September. Symptoms of West Nile Virus The time from infection to the onset of symptoms ranges 2 to 14 days. If a person is infected with WNV they may have no symptoms, or the infection could lead to WNV fever or other diseases such as WNV encephalitis, meningitis, or poliomyelitis. Symptoms of West Nile fever include fever, headaches, tiredness, body aches, skin rash and swollen glands. The symptoms can last from a few days to several weeks. Symptoms of severe disease include headache, high fever, neck stiffness, disorientation, muscle weakness, convulsions, tremors, coma and paralysis. The symptoms of severe disease may last several weeks, although neurological effects may be permanent. Although there are no specific treatments for WNV infections, symptoms can be relieved through various treatments. People with severe disease will often need to be hospitalized for nursing care, IV fluids, respiratory support and prevention of secondary infections. If you think you have symptoms of West Nile, consult a healthcare provider for evaluation and diagnosis. Protecting Yourself Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registered insect repellents. Spray repellent on exposed skin and clothing. Always follow the recommendations that are on the product label. Use enough repellent to cover exposed skin and clothing. Continued on page 7
Page 6 August Activities HAPPENINGS at the Villa Fun with Activities The following activities are in addition to our regularly scheduled activities. If you plan to attend, please sign up for activities marked with an asterisk (*) at least 24 hours in advance, when possible. Thanks! August: 4 Resident Council 5 Movie 8 Coffee w/ MCC Friends 9 Fun w/ Rosemary M 10 Eat Lunch in Grand Island 11 A Shirley Temple Afternoon 15 Merrymakers Present Paul Siebert 17 Crafts 18 Shop Walmart 20 Sundaes on Sunday 22 Jeopardy 24 Men s Coffee 25 Happy Hour 26 4 H BINGO 28 Hamilton Co. Band 31 Ladies Coffee
July/August 2017 Page 7 West Nile Virus, continued from page 5 Pay special attention to using protection during mosquito prime time biting hours from dusk to dawn. The active ingredients in the repellent make a person unattractive for feeding. Repellants do not kill mosquitoes flying nearby. Don t apply repellent to skin that is under your clothing. Heavy application is not necessary. Do not apply repellent to cuts, wounds, or irritated skin. After returning indoors, wash treated skin with soap and water. Do not spray repellent in enclosed areas and do not spray repellent directly on your face. Spray your hands then rub them carefully on your face avoiding your eyes and mouth. Insect repellant is not complete protection; it only reduces your risk of getting bitten. When weather permits, wear long sleeved shirts and long pants whenever you are out doors. Consider staying indoors at dawn, dusk, and early evenings, which are peak mosquito biting times. For more information on West Nile Virus and protection, call the Center of Disease Control at 1 888 232 6348, or for our computer savvy folks, you can log on at www.cic.gov/westnile Resources: Department of Health and Human Services, Center for Disease Control and Prevention Hello from Housekeeping! Did you know East Park Villa is now recycling more than just newspapers? We can now recycle cardboard and approved plastics as well (no glass though). It is great to see how many people are joining in the effort! The Housekeeping Department is happy to take your items to the recycle bin. Please set aside all items you wish to recycle, as recyclables will not be taken out of the trash. Also, if you are bagging newspapers for recycling, please make sure trash is NOT mixed in with the newspapers. If trash is mixed in, it cannot be recycled. Thank You and Happy Recycling! - Becky, Michelle, Vicki & Shelbi
Peter Smith Manager Jennifer Hunter, RN Assistant Manager Becky Kliewer Administrative Assistant Melissa Mertz Activities Coordinator Becky Guptill Housekeeping Supervisor Crystal Poush Dietary Supervisor Randy Asher Maintenance Because every moment matters. From EPV s Kitchen: Biscuits & Gravy Casserole 1 (10 oz.) can refrigerated biscuit dough 6 eggs 1 lb. pork sausage 1/2 C. milk 1 1/2 C. shredded cheddar cheese 1 1/2 C. cold water 1 pkg. pork gravy mix Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Line the bottom of the prepared baking dish with biscuits. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Scatter sausage over biscuit layer and top with 1 cup cheddar cheese. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper together in a bowl and pour over cheese layer. Mix water and gravy mix together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until gravy is thickened, 1 to 2 minutes, adding more water for a thinner gravy. Pour gravy over egg layer. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over casserole. Bake approximately 30 minutes in preheated oven until egg is fluffy and cheese is bubbling. Enjoy! If you no longer wish to receive this publication, please contact Melissa by phone at 402-694-2300 or by email at mmertz@mchiaurora.org.