Creating a self-care plan that works for you: Valley County Health System
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Issue 8, Fall 2019
Heritage Happenings
Creating a self-care plan that works for you:
By: VCHS’ Heritage Program Therapist
Macaela Haas, PLMHP
Over the summer months it feels like
time is moving quickly, soon enough
school is back in session and holidays
are around the corner. No matter
where you are in life, self-care mat-
ters.
Self-care is a unique concept that al-
lows us to think about our own needs.
For me, when I have accomplished
a lot during the week, I enjoy sitting
on the couch and watching a classic
movie. After allowing myself permis-
sion to take some time to enjoy a
movie, my mindset and energy are
transformed into something wonder-
ful. When we feel overworked, our
energy decreases and our negative
thoughts flourish. quiet time before jumping into the next laugh. As I said before, going to the
task, such as deciding what to have for movies or watching one at home is the
One of the best tips to starting a supper. Meditation is another helpful best medicine in filling my soul. Another
self-care plan that works for you, is to tool to help calm ourselves down. thing your soul may enjoy is, taking a
ensure your plan has some activities warm bubble bath with some lavender
that rejuvenates your whole body, Body or citrus smells.
mind, and soul. For some, setting time Taking a walk outdoors does wonders.
aside during your day would be ben- Being able to walk and breathe in the Giving ourselves the time to appreciate
eficial. For me, I enjoy taking some fresh air not only gets your heart pump- ourselves and to provide ourselves with
“me time” right after I get off work. ing but also, gives you that attention of the here and now will help
well-deserved time to observe your to relieve stress.
My Self-Care Plan: surroundings, such as, the birds in the
trees, the clouds drifting by, or wind in I wish you best on your self-care journey
Mind the leaves. and remind you, no one knows your
For my mind, meditation is the best body and mind better than you do,
tool for winding down after a busy Soul and no one can address yours needs
day. It gives my mind some needed For my soul, I look forward to a good as immediately as you can.
In This Issue Creating a self care plan that works for you
Crafting With Heritage
Fall Reading
Upcoming Community Events
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Crafting With Heritage
By: Heritage Techs Cheryl
Hulinsky and Carrie Petska
Pinewheels make great
summer decorations!
You will need:
• Sheets of decorative/construc-
tion paper cut square
• Scissors
• Glue
• Pencil
• Ruler
• Brads
• Straw/stick (optional)
Step #1 Start with your
square paper. Using the
ruler, draw 2 lines-diagonal
from corner to corner
creating an X.
Step #2 From each
corner make a small line
2/3’s of the way to the
center of the paper. With
your scissors cut along the
X lines from the corner
toward the center, Step #4 Glue the stick to
stopping at the 2/3’s line the back and decorate
you drew. Repeat to all as you wish. They can be
corners. used for many different
craft projects!
Step #3 Pull the corner
(as pictured) to the center
of the square and glue (or
push the brad through)
them to the center. Re-
peat at each corner to
form the pinwheel.
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Worth Reading: Fall Reading
The Art of Racing in the Rain Something in the Water –
– Garth Stein Catherine Steadman
This book follows the story Erin is a documentary film-
of a race car driver, Denny maker on the brink of a pro-
Swift and his dog Enzo. Enzo fessional breakthrough who
believes in the Mongolian Mark a handsome invest-
legend that a dog “who is ment banker with big plans.
prepared” will be reincar- They embark on a
nated in his next life as a honeymoon to Bora Bora
human. Enzo spends most of and enjoy the sun and sand
his days learning how to be together. They decide
a “good human” and strug- to scuba dive into the
gles as he relates race car crystal blue sea when they
driving to life. Enzo watches find something
his owner, Denny marry Eve in the water.
and walks through the path Will they keep their
of the birth of their daugh- secret or choose to
ter with them. Throughout speak out?
Denny’s life, Enzo helps him
throughout ups and downs. Information gathered from
An inspirational novel! goodreads.com
Upcoming VCHS Community Events
Thursday, Aug. 29, Sept. 26 & Oct. 24, 2019 (4:30-5:30 p.m.)
VCHS Heritage Building, 110 S 26th St., Ord
Healing Hearts: A Grief Support Group - For Individuals Following Loss or Hardship
The sessions are held the last Thursday of each month. Topics include:
The Nature of Grief | Managing Difficult Emotions | Nurturing the Wounded Self | Remembering the
One Who Died | Making Needed Adjustments | Coping with Stress of Change | Reaching Out for
Support | Handling Special Occasions. Facilitated by VCHS Hospice and the Heritage Program.
Pre-register or get more information by calling: 308.728.4340.
Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019 (Noon -1 p.m.)
VCHS, 2707 L Street., Ord
VCHS Lunch & Learn
The monthly VCHS Lunch & Learn is scheduled for August. 28. Jaclyn McClanahan, RN, & Lisa Tomjack,
RN, will be Presenting, “Managing Diabetes”-What you need to know. A free lunch will be served.
Register by calling HR, 308.728.4327.
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019 (Noon -1 p.m.)
VCHS, 2707 L Street., Ord
VCHS Lunch & Learn
The monthly VCHS Lunch & Learn is scheduled for Sept. 25. Heritage clinical staff will be presenting,
“Stress Management and Mindfulness”. A free lunch will be served.
Register by calling HR, 308.728.4327.
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110 S. 26th Street
Ord, NE 68862
Heritage Program for Seniors at Valley County Health System
Our Philosophy
To provide quality care that stresses the importance of dignity, respect, confidentiality, and helping the individual
achieve an optimal level of function.
Core Values
Integrity
Compassion
Ownership
Respect
Trust
Treatment Goals
• To restore optimum mental and physical health.
• To alleviate symptoms that interfere with the
individual’s ability to function.
• To support the integrity of the family.
• To maximize independence.
Contact Us
Heritage Program for Seniors at VCHS
110 S. 26th St., Ord, NE 68862
308.728.4340
www.valleycountyhealthsystem.org
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