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Folkestone Feature
June 2021
Welcome Timon Sahlstrom!
T
he Gables Care Center welcomes Timon Sahlstrom, their new Interim Clinical
Coordinator! Timon grew up in Milaca, MN, moved to northern Wisconsin for
awhile, but now lives in Saint Bonifacius with his lovely wife, Megan, and two sons,
Dane (almost 3) and Emmett (9 months). He returned to Minnesota to go to school at Crown
College, near Waconia. He graduated with a double major: a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
and a second degree in Christian Studies. Timon enjoys longboarding, reading, gardening,
and playing guitar (although not well). One quirky thing about him is that he really likes
penguins. “I talk about them a lot and often see similarities between
their mannerisms and mine, although I don’t waddle!” he states.
When asked about his history with Presbyterian Homes, Timmons
says, “I was recruited by none other than Rob Lahammer, who did a
presentation for our senior class at Crown College regarding the
transitional care unit at Lake Minnetonka Shores. But my motivation
to work for Pres Homes stems from my desire to have a ministry
within my nursing practice that goes beyond a professional ability to
care for the physical aspect of a person's needs.” Timon worked as a
transitional care nurse for a year, and then began working as a Clinical Coordinator in long-
term care. He has served PHS for nearly 5 years now and has spent that time at the Lake
Minnetonka Shores Campus.
When asked what he likes about Folkestone so far, he reports, “Working at Folkestone for the
past five weeks has confirmed my faith in Presbyterian Homes as an organization that does
what we say we will do; from doing what is right for a resident or supporting employees, even
when that action requires personal sacrifice of the people who work here. It has been a joy
being able to be supportive in my interim Clinical Coordinator role.”
If you see Timon, please introduce yourself and give him a warm welcome!
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Chaplain’s Corner
A fter a long, cold, and snowy winter and then the rains of spring, we finally see the summer time. I
love the summer when we can shed the winter time blues, hear the crack of the bat, see the birds
of the air, and the new birth of the season within God’s nature.
Especially this year as we are prayerfully coming to the end of the COVID pandemic. We can go
outside and hopefully shed the mask and breathe the fresh wonderful air that God has given to us to
enjoy. Sitting with friends and family enjoying a cup of coffee and making sure all are blessed that we
come in contact with.
We do see another side of summer though, when we face the heat, bugs, mosquitos, and, yes, even the
squirrels who think the bird feeders are for them and not for the birds. Yet the work and the time spent
outdoors can give us a wonderful change to our daily lives. Even as wonderful as summertime may be,
we are still living with the realization that our lives are in a consistent time of change. We are enjoying
the best time of our lives in retirement, but we can then be faced with the weeds of life that causes us a
struggles. We can experience anything in life, an illness, a loss of a loved one, a health change and even
just the normal aches and pains of life.
As hard and emotional as these times can be, we are given promises in the Word of God that help us
through these weeds of life. 1 Peter 5:7 “...casting all your care upon Him for He cares for you.”
God is not an impersonal God but a God who cares and loves His children. Look at Matthew 11:28
“Come to Me all you who are heavy laden and I will give you rest.”
These, plus many more verses, give us hope and assurance that we can survive in this world when the
weeds of life seem to overtake us. Praise the Lord! Jesus is still our savior and redeemer.
Pastor Tom Parker
Timber Hills, Inver Grove Heights
A Garden for Daily Living
Plant three rows of peas: Lettuce be kind Water freely with patience and
Peas of mind Lettuce be happy cultivate with love
Peas of heart Lettuce really love one another There is much fruit in your garden
Peas of soul Because you reap what you sow
The garden should have turnips:
Plant four rows of squash: Turnip for service when needed To conclude our garden,
Squash gossip Turnip to help one another we must have thyme:
Squash indifference Turnip the music and dance Thyme for fun
Squash grumbling Thyme for rest
Squash selfishness Thyme for ourselves.
Plant four rows of lettuce: ~ Author Unknown
Lettuce be faithful
Page 2 100 Promenade Avenue, Wayzata, MN 55391FOLKESTONE FEATURE
Spiritual Care
Monday Rosary
Mondays at 12:30 pm
Sunday Church Transportation
Chapel (in-person) You may sign up by visiting the front desk or
or on Channel 994 or 16-8 calling *2400. Please wear a mask while riding
the bus. Please keep in mind that this schedule
Friday Arbor Piano Hymns
could vary by 5-10 minutes. Please arrive early
11:00 am in Arbor Living Room
to the Town Center Main Entrance. The bus can
Led by Karla Keller carry full capacity for Terrace (12 +2 wheel-
chairs), effective immediately!
Thursday Catholic Service
These are the church services Folkestone will
To Be Determined
provide transportation for starting June 6:
Worship w/ Wayzata Bay Fellowship
Every Saturday 9:00 am - Redeemer Lutheran Church
4:00 pm in the Chapel 9:45 am - St Philip the Deacon Lutheran Ch.
10:00 am - Wayzata Free Church
Friday Gables Prayer Service 10:30 am - St Bartholomew Catholic Church
Led by Bonnie Davis 10:45 am - Wayzata Community Church (WCC)
1:00 pm in Gables Activity Room (St Luke’s Presbyterian Church has not resumed
in-person services yet. )
Friday Faith Study DVD
Here is the bus schedule:
Every Friday
11:00 am in Theater 8:45 am - Depart FST for Redeemer Lutheran
Commons & Hearth Friday Prayer Service 8:50 am - Drop off at Redeemer Lutheran
To Be Determined 9:10 am - Depart FST for St Philip & Wayzata
Free Church
9:25 am - Drop off at St Philip
Bible Study 9:40 am - Drop off at Wayzata Free Church
Led by Carolyn Cardle 10:00 am - Pick up at Redeemer & back to FST
Starting June 2, Every Wednesday 10:15 am - Depart FST for St Bart
at 11:15 am Auditorium 10:20 am - Drop off at St Bart & back to FST
10:25 am - Depart FST for WCC
10:35 am - Drop off at WCC
10:50 am - Pick up at St Philip & back to FST
11:30 am - Pick up at St Bart & back to FST
11:45 am - Pick up at WCC & back to FST
12:15 pm - Pick up at Wayzata Free Church &
back to FST
*FST = Folkestone
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Wellness & Fitness Tips
June is National Men’s Health Month
National Men’s Health Week is the week leading up to Father’s Day. This week is a reminder for men to
take steps to be healthier, but they don’t have to do it alone! Whether it’s your husband, partner, dad,
brother, son, or friend you can help support the health and safety of the men in your life.
Set an Example with Healthy Habits
You can support the men in your life by having healthy habits yourself and by making healthy choices.
Eat healthy and include a variety of fruits and vegetables every day. Fruits and vegetables have many
vitamins and minerals that may help protect you from chronic diseases. Limit foods and drinks high in
calories, sugar, salt, fat, and alcohol.
Regular physical activity has many benefits. It can help control your weight, reduce your risk of heart
disease and some cancers, and can improve your mental health and mood. Adults need 2½ hours of
physical activity each week.
Set an example by choosing not to smoke and encourage the men in your life to quit smoking. Quitting
smoking has immediate and long-term benefits.
Help the men in your life recognize and reduce stress. Physical or emotional tensions are often signs
of stress.
Remind Men to Get Regular Checkups
Encourage men to see a doctor or health professional for regular checkups and to learn about their family
health history. It’s important for men (and women) to understand their family health history, which is a
written or graphic record of the diseases and health conditions present in your family.
Know the Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack
Every 43 seconds someone in the U.S. has a heart attack. Know the signs of a heart attack and if you think
you or someone you know is having a heart attack call 911 immediately. Major signs of a heart attack
include pain or discomfort in the jaw, neck, or back, feeling weak, light-headed, or faint, chest pain or
discomfort, pain or discomfort in arms or shoulder and shortness of breath.
Encourage Men to Seek Help for Depression
Depression is one of the leading causes of disease or injury worldwide for both men and women. Learn
to recognize the signs and how to help the men in your life. Signs of depression include persistent
sadness, grumpiness, and feelings of hopelessness, tiredness and decreased energy, and thoughts of
suicide.
For more information on this and other health topics go to: https://www.cdc.gov
Kathy Kmetz
Fitness Director
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June Birthdays
June 1 Nancy Curry Gables June 16 Ann May TW
Meg Slocum Arbor June 17 Pat Bohl Commons
Linda Golinvaux TS Carolyn Cardle TS
Elizabeth Kerner TS June 18 Ellen Magratten TS
Jane Nelson TW Nancy Caswell TS
June 2 Lauren Weed TS June 19 Jose Mintalar Hearth
Connie Bell TW Tom Caswell TS
June 4 Darvin Dahlke Hearth June 21 Bill Etter TW
Ron Davidson TS June 22 Jan Taylor TS
Sandy Remde TW June 23 Cliff Mattoon Hearth
Gloria Luedtke TW Steve Johnson TS
Char Bohmer TW June 24 Shirle Niederluecke TS
June 5 Patricia Chase TS June 25 Patricia Holloran TS
June 6 Marilyn Krekelberg Commons June 26 Duane Luke Commons
June 9 Mary Anna Eaton TN June 27 Gloria Thompson Commons
June 10 Narl Smith Gables June 29 Chuck Hommeyer TW
June 11 Ty Thayer TW June 30 John Taylor TS
Penny Bond TW
June 12 Laurel Keitel TN
June 13 John Haanstad Commons
Dorothy Wellens TN
June 14 Helen McCormick TN
Joan Erickson TW Please welcome our new residents!
June 15 Elsie Johnson TS Kit & Ty Thayer in 301 West
Val Olson TS
Bill & Char Bohmer in 244 West
Michael Dale TS
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Community Information
Spring Checklist
H ave you been tidying up for spring or following tax season? Many of use this time of the
year for organizing projects. For some, it is also a great time for to review your important
documents.
Papers like wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, banking account information, insurance
policies and health care directives are important to review on a regular schedule. Experts
recommend reviewing them every 3-5 years, or after a birth, death or significant health change
in your family. Doing so can ease your peace of mind and fuel you with confidence that you
have tended to what matters most to you – caring for your heirs and charitable missions that are
important to you.
Some actions to consider:
Important document files. Are your documents and passwords in a protected location that
your selected loved ones can access?
Beneficiary designations. Have you completed beneficiary paperwork for financial accounts
such as savings and/or checking, retirement plans and life insurance? Contact your plan
administrators for the needed forms.
Some documents are easier to update than others. In today’s environment, some attorneys
are willing to work over the phone or make house calls.
Why this is important:
We all want to provide for our heirs and many of us wish to support favorite charities, too.
Some assets are often more desirable from a tax standpoint to leave to loved ones. Assets like
IRA retirement plans often create taxable income for heirs, but are not taxed if gifted to
charities through a beneficiary designation. Discussing your individual situation with a trusted
advisor is always a good choice.
Beneficiary designations are popular charitable gifts among PHS donors who have included
PHS communities in their future gift plans. If you have questions or need assistance, please call
the Presbyterian Homes Foundation at 651-631-6408 or 651-631-6418.
Thank you for being a part of the PHS family. We are grateful for your caring presence!
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Community Information
Terrace Culinary Updates Culinary Updates for Arbor,
Continental Breakfast
Commons, Gables & Hearth
Continental breakfast boxes are available for
pick up in the designated locations below, Arbor, Gables & Hearth Breakfast:
8:00 am - 10:00 am, Monday - Friday. 8:00-10:00 am
North Residents —Bistro
Arbor, Gables & Hearth Lunch:
South Residents —Lakeside Lounge
12:00-2:00 pm
West Residents—Superior Shores Club Room
Arbor, Gables & Hearth Dinner:
Bistro – Lunch 4:30-6:00 pm
The Bistro is located in the North building Commons Breakfast: 8:00-10:00 am
and is currently open for lunch, 11:30 am -
Commons Lunch: 11:45 am-1:00 pm
2 pm, Monday - Friday.
Commons Dinner: 4:45-6:00 pm
Terrace Dining Room – Dinner
Monday - Friday: One seating time at 5:30 pm
Reservations can be made from 9:00 am - Salon News
1:00pm by calling *2400
Now open to all residents Monday - Friday
Advance reservations can be made one week
out by calling *2400 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Call Cindy for more details at *2435.
Meal Delivery Manicures/Pedicures NOW available 2
To place order, please call Monday - Friday, Saturdays per month. Call *2435 to schedule.
please call *2400 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Meal delivery service to your apartment is
available for $6.00. Delivery time is between Folkestone Library
4:30 & 5:00 pm. Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
Meal Pickup
Meal pickup is available Monday - Friday at
5:00 pm
Therapeutic Massage
Please call *2400 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm to Now taking appointments!
place an order
Call Rita Magnan at 763-443-3308
Bistro and Terrace Dining is now at 100% Stamps
capacity!
Just a reminder that stamps are available
for purchase at the front desk.
Page 7Folkestone
100 Promenade Avenue
Wayzata, MN 55391
952-249-2400
www.folkestonephs.org
Postmaster: address correction requested
Presbyterian Homes & Services is a
nonprofit organization and an equal
opportunity employer serving older
adults through community services,
housing, and health care.
EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.
ALL FAITHS WELCOME.
DOVE: a spirit of care for residents living with dementia
P resbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) believes that
caring for the needs of those with memory loss
grants us an extraordinary opportunity for ministry.
optimal living. The care staff works with each
individual to achieve and sustain this balance through
DOVE program methods.
We dedicate time, leadership and resources to educate You may have noticed PHS staff in your community
and equip our staff using in the latest in dementia care who wear a DOVE pin during their daily work. The
to increase their knowledge, deepen their compassion pin identifies the dedicated staff who have been
and strengthen their resilience to serve older adults specially trained in the care of older adults with
living with dementia. The outcome is our signature dementia. We are inspired by the dove, a familiar
DOVE program. symbol of the Holy Spirit. This reflects:
DOVE — Dementia Orientation Values Education — Our belief that although individuals may be
is the culmination of many years of thoughtful severely affected by dementia, their spirits,
consultation with staff, families, and leaders in the regardless of their impairments, remain intact.
field of dementia research. This 3-part approach to Our commitment toward individuals living with
care ensures that in any PHS community, residents
dementia and their care partners.
living with dementia receive the affirmation and
reassurance they need to live a fulfilling life. Every day we make it a priority to uphold the highest
standard for this ministry of care, not only for
We begin by assessing individual needs, creating a residents but to support family members and others
plan of care and continue by supporting resident life who are caring for persons living with dementia.
skills as well as involving and providing guidance to
families. As for all older adults, we believe that the Check with the receptionist at your community about
seven dimensions of wellness: social, emotional, obtaining a copy of the Care Partner’s Guide, a free
physical, spiritual, intellectual, environmental and publication from Presbyterian Homes & Services.
vocational must be in balance in order to achieveYou can also read
