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“Give the Gift of Friendship with All Your Heart”
PLANETREE CELEBRATION WEEK
February 20-24, 2012
Bethel Health Care’s PLANETREE CELEBRATION WEEK signifies our five-year commitment to Planetree’s philosophy of patient-centered care.
A Planetree core component, Human Interaction, will be highlighted during our week- long celebration.
BETHEL HEALTH CARE practices the essence of this component by promoting the inter-connectivity of its members to foster a nurturing, respectful and dignified environment that promotes quality relationships for all.
As we all participate in the week’s activities, we…
- Believe in the expression of kindness and creation of memories
- Understand that compassionate care-giving and kindness creates warm friendships
- Know our work is worthwhile and our caring presence makes a difference
- Provide a warm, nurturing environment to promote health and wellbeing for everyone
The week’s Celebration includes lunches with new friends, Integrative Therapies, a Resident “Make Me Smile” campaign and intellectual and sports competitions culminating in an Award Ceremony you will be sure to enjoy…all to create an interactive and fun-filled environment for all of us at Bethel Health Care.
JOIN IN THE ACTIVITIES as we honor our residents, staff, volunteers and the many families for all the countless contributions they make to enhance quality of life through Human Interaction.
Build a bridge to friendship and create beautiful memories of your own!
To learn more about Planetree and its importance to us, visit www.planetree.org.
Go Red For Women
Bethel Health Care joins in celebrating in the American Heart Association’s national campaign, “Go Red for Women,” on Friday, February 3.
Look for the “Go Red For Women” poster in the PLANETREE Corner and in other prominent areas of Bethel Health Care highlighting the importance of the cause and reminding you to be sure to wear red on February 3, to show your support and awareness of this event.
Heart Disease is the Number One killer of women, causing one in three deaths every year. Each year, on the first Friday in February, individuals in thousands of health care facilities, small businesses, multinational corporations, schools and even landmarks “Go Red” to help raise crucial awareness and funds in the fight against heart disease in women. Funds raised on that day are used to support research in order to save more women’s lives.
All $2.00 donations intended for Relay For Life’s “Friday is Jeans Day” fundraising drive will be suspended for the February 3 “Go Red for Women Event.” Instead, all donations made that day will go to the American Heart Association. The first 50 contributors will receive a red ribbon pin to signify their contribution. Contributions can be made to Ann Dugay at the Reception Desk.
For heart healthy information concerning nutrition, smoking cessation, exercise, stress and weight reduction visit www.heart.org (American Heart Association) and click on “Get Healthy.” To learn more about the February 3 event, visit www.goredforwomen.org and http://womenheart.org.
Bethel Health Care and AARP-Connecticut Launch Workshop Series for Boomers
“LIVING LONGER, LIVING SMARTER”
Bethel Health Care, in collaboration with AARP Connecticut will host “Living Longer, Living Smarter,” a series of informational workshops, designed by and for the Boomer generation. Individuals aged 50-plus and their families and friends are invited to join experts in the fields of home safety, health, finance, and legal issues to plan successful life strategies in preparation for facing the challenges of living longer.
Boomers, when thinking about your futures, ask yourselves:
Home & Community: Will I remain safe and active in my home and community in the years ahead?
Health: Can I better manage my health issues by making simple lifestyle changes?
Finance: Will I be able to afford the extras I will need from my retirement savings?
Legal Planning: Have I involved my family or informed them of my end-of-life choices?
Workshop Dates:
- March 21, 2012 Home & Community
- April 11, 2012 Health
- May 2, 2012 Finance
- May 32, 2012 Legal Planning
Workshops will last approximately one and one-half hours.
Workshops are FREE, but seating is limited. Register family and friends too!
Register Now: 203-830-4411 ext. 3098, or email gerrip@bethelhealthcare.com
Relay For Life
Fund raising activities officially begin now for the American Cancer Society sponsored Relay For Life. Every year the tri-towns of Bethel, Danbury, and Redding champion this event that brings communities together in the fight against cancer. It is a way to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones and fight back against the disease that takes too much from too many.
At Relay For Life, teams of friends, families, schools, sports teams, businesses and organizations join together at the Bethel High School track for one overnight in early June to take turns walking throughout the night. Camaraderie abounds as teams pitch tents filled with sleeping bags and food and entertainment pervade the atmosphere.
Relay For Life, the ACS’s signature activity, has been going strong world-wide since 1985. There are more than five thousand Relays held each year, and Bethel Health Care has participated the past three years contributing over $8,650 in 2011.
Bethel Health Care’s 2012 goal is $10,000. The first committee meeting will be held on February 23, to determine the various fund-raising activities that will be held throughout the Bethel Health Care and Cascades Assisted Living facility.
Ann Dugay has had extensive experience working on Relay For Life committees and is again Bethel Health Care’s Team Captain. Ann is looking for team members to help raise funds for this exceptional cause. If you are an interested individual, passionate about beating this dreaded disease, contact Ann Dugay at 203-830-4180 ext. 3001.
Bethel Health Care Center Earns American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) Diabetes Education Accreditation Program Endorsement
RESERVE YOUR SPOT AT OUR NEXT DIABETES EDUCATION WORK SHOP SERIES
Bethel Health Care Center is the first in the region to offer the accredited 7 Self-Care Behaviors™ AADE Diabetes Education Program that is essential for effective self-management of diabetes. This evidence based program is designed to empower individuals with diabetes to make educated personal choices regarding their physical and emotional needs.
Evidence has shown that making healthy life style choices now can make significant progress toward controlling or preventing serious complications later.
The program is open to all people who have diagnosed diabetes, their significant others and care partners. The interactive class format allows for open discussion to include valuable information on proper blood sugar monitoring and administration of medication, healthy nutritious meals, the importance of a regular exercise program, and problem solving and coping skills to better self-manage the disease.
The program is directed by an APRN Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management and facilitated by a Registered Nurse and Registered Dietitian. Third-party insurance reimbursement may apply, but interested individuals are urged to check with their insurance carrier prior to registration.
Come join us for the AADE Diabetes Education Program at Bethel Health Care Center. Classes will meet for two hours once per week on Wednesdays for four weeks beginning March 7th through March 28th inclusive 2-4 PM. Reservations are required and attendance is limited. Contact Kimberly Tobe at 203-830-4180 ext. 3076 or email her at kimberlyt@bethelhealthcare.com for further information on program dates and times.
Bethel Health Care Center’s
LIVE WELL Workshop Series
FAQs
WHAT IS THIS PROGRAM ALL ABOUT AND WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
LIVE WELL, an evidence-based Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, is a six-week workshop provided by Bethel Health Care Center under the license of the Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging (WCAAA). The program is for individuals or caretakers of individuals dealing with common problems associated with chronic health conditions.
WHO ARE THE WORKSHOP FACILITATORS?
Workshop facilitators are specially trained leaders who are certified by the Stanford University Leadership Training Program. One or both facilitators may also be self-managing a chronic disease.
WHICH TOPICS ARE COVERED OVER THE SIX WEEK WORKSHOP?
Topics include techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition and making informed treatment decisions.
WHAT IS THE FORMAT?
Sessions are highly participative allowing mutual support and success to build participant’s confidence to self-manage their health and maintain more active and fulfilling lives. Brainstorming solutions is informative and interactive.
DOES THE PROGRAM REPLACE EXISTING PROGRAMS/TREATMENTS?
No, the LIVE WELL Program will not conflict with existing programs and treatments. It is designed to enhance regular treatment and disease-specific education such as “Better Breathers,” Cardiac Rehabilitation, or Diabetes Education. In addition, for the many people who have more than one chronic condition, the program is especially helpful as it gives participants the skills to coordinate all the things needed to manage their health, as well as to lead more active, productive lives.
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR THE NEXT LIVE WELL PROGRAM?
Bethel Health Care Center will host the next series of workshops on six consecutive Wednesdays from 1pm until 3:30 pm beginning on April, 18 and running through May 23, 2012.
Space is limited, so please call for a reservation: 203-830-4180 ext. 3076
