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April 2018
The Carlton Times Love Honor Provide
Theme of the Month:
In the month of April we will explore one of Carlton’s Commitments
to our Residents, Families, and Staff - Provide. Residents will be
encouraged to share what providing for someone means to them. For theme
related programs see the activities highlighted in red on our monthly
calendar. Join us in celebrating…
Provide
380 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA 95136 408.972.1400 License# 435200727
1000 East 14th St., San Leandro, CA 94577 510.636.0660
www.carltonseniorliving.com License# 015600341 www.carltonseniorliving.com
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Memory Corner
When a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Doesn’t Recognize You
By Ava M. Stinnett
In early-stage dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, intermittent symptoms of mild cognitive decline—
such as word searching, forgetfulness, and trouble concentrating and problem-solving—are visible.
As the disease advances, lapses in people’s memories become even more apparent. Such lapses
can cause an inability to remember—or recognize—family members. As a result, some family
relationships diminish, leaving the person with Alzheimer’s isolated and lonely. It’s normal to feel
sad, hurt, or abandoned, but keep in mind it’s not personal, but the effects of the disease.•What can
you do?
First, remember that even when memory is gone, emotions remain. Your loved one may still be
able to pick up on vibes and read body language. Proceed with conversation even if the person
appears unresponsive. To encourage engagement, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
recommends using the 4S’s for communicating: simple, slow, show, and smile. “Simple sentences
are much appreciated by someone with Alzheimer’s. Say it slow to allow enough time to capture
words or questions. Show what you’re saying, using facial expressions, body language and
gesturing. And smile—it goes a long way.”
Next, avoid peppering your loved one with the question “Do you know who I am?” Rather, introduce
yourself by name and relationship, such as “I’m Josephine, your daughter” and “Here’s my husband,
Mike.” Instead of trying to figure out what the person remembers, be reassuring by maintaining eye
contact, calling them by name, smiling, and holding their hand as you remind them who you are. It’s
possible that you’ll have to introduce yourself a number of times. Try to resist the urge to speak
louder to make it easier for the person to understand. Slow down and provide time for understanding
and processing what you’ve said.
It may seem pointless to stay in contact with a loved one who is unable to recognize the
faces of family and friends. However, there are numerous benefits that come from
visiting with people who have advanced dementia. Social wellness—making and
keeping genuine, nurturing connections with others—is critical to physical and
psychological health and may help delay cognitive impairment.
Sources
Bursack, C.B. (n.d.) When a loved one with Alzheimer’s doesn’t recognize you. Retrieved from
https://www.agingcare.com/articles/alzheimers-parent-does-not-recognize-family-144197.htm
Sauer, A. (2016, January 6). Why people with Alzheimer’s are unable to recognize their loved
ones. Retrieved from https://www.agingcare.com/articles/alzheimers-parent-does-not-recognize-
family-144197.htm
Jay Underwood Samantha Campos
Executive Director ED Assistant
Tuesday-Saturday Schedule Tuesday-Saturday Schedule
Jennell Revera Maricel Ong
Director of Resident Services Memory Care Director
Sunday-Thursday Schedule Tuesday-Saturday Schedule
Maria Martinez Joshika Ram
Medication Manager Dining Room Manager
Sunday-Thursday Schedule Tuesday-Saturday Schedule
Mander Farrell Patricia Bushnell
Personal Expressions Manager Resident Liaison
Tuesday-Saturday Schedule Tuesday-Saturday Schedule
RJ Galarsa
Personal Care Manager
Tuesday-Saturday Schedule
Thursdays: 8 am-3 pm
Tuesdays 8 am-3 pm
South Side: Kaiser Santa Teresa,
North Side: Good Samaritan
San Jose Medical Center,
And O’Connor Hospital
And Downtown San Jose
Please let the front desk know if you will going with your
loved one or if you need a caregiver to accompany them.
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April 2018
THE MONTHLY GAZETTE
“Our spring has come at last with the soft
laughter of April suns and shadow
of April showers.”
~ Byron Caldwell Smith
Birthstone – Diamond Special Days
They are also said to bring Easter
love and harmony to those April 1
who wear the stone. It is
fitting, then, that these brilliant April Fools’ Day
gems are traditionally used
April 1
in engagement and wedding
rings. In addition, the diamond is
the anniversary gemstone for Last Day of
Diamonds have been valued for the 10th and 60th years of Passover
thousands of years, and not only for marriage. April 7
their glittery, sparkling beauty. This
The Romans, who believed Tax Day (U.S.)
gemstone also happens to be the
diamonds would make the
hardest material in the world, which
wearer stronger, used them as
April 17
makes it very useful, especially for
amulets. In the Middle Ages,
cutting, carving, and polishing. Earth Day
diamonds were thought to be a
With their incredible strength and “miracle stone.” Diamonds were April 22
sturdiness, it comes as no surprise that said to protect one from the
diamonds have come to represent plague and also cure a variety of Arbor Day
constancy and devotion. ailments. April 27
Flower of the Month – Daisy
April’s flower is the daisy, which has long been a favorite of gardeners everywhere. Daisies are beautiful,
but they are also very easy to care for and will grow just about anywhere. Daisies are found everywhere
in the world except Antarctica. Just add water and sun, and these
little sunbursts add some brightness to any garden.
The daisy’s Latin name, Bellis perennis, translates to “everlasting beauty,” revealing
just how cherished this blossom has been throughout the years. Because of their
pure white color, they are a symbol of innocence and are considered the flower of children.
Daisies are edible and can be used in sandwiches, soups, and salads. The leaves can
be found in potpourri and can be brewed to make an herbal tea. Daisies also have been used in
homeopathic medicine. Because of their astringent properties, they have been used to treat skin
infections and wounds.
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Birthday Colors Full Pink Moon
Most of us are familiar with our astrological birth sign, but The full pink moon occurs on April
do you know your “colorstrology” birthday color? 29. Herb moss pink, or wild
ground phlox, is one of the
earliest wildflowers to bloom
April 1–10: Navy chase, and in love, you during this time of year. As the
If your birthday color is navy, are attracted to a romantic name infers, the flowers are pink
you have strong feelings partner who plays hard to get. in color, thus the name for April’s
about almost everything. full moon. Other names
Other people might say you April 21–30: White sometimes used
are full sprouting grass
are opinionated. You love Although you are highly moon and egg moon.
your life, but you can be respected, most people
easily distracted. think of you as being
a little different, in
April 11–20: Silver a good way. You set April Zodiacs
If your birthday color is silver, goals, and you like to Aries (The Ram) April
you are creative and dream big. You are 1–19
imaginative. You like to try always prepared and
new things. You can be shy, rarely surprised by Taurus (The Bull) April
but you like to challenge what 20–30
yourself. You enjoy the comes your way.
April is the fourth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It was originally the second month of the
Roman calendar, before the addition of January and February. No one knows for sure how
April got its name. Some say it comes from the Latin aperire, meaning “to open,” alluding to the opening of
buds on trees and flowers in springtime. Others say April was named after Aphrodite, and still others say it
was named for the goddess Eostre. Whatever the case, the onset
of April means that spring has arrived.
April Birthdays
April Weather Lore
Jane Goodall (primatologist) – April 3, 1934 Maya
We all know April showers bring May flowers, but
have you heard of these April weather sayings? Angelou (poet) – April 4, 1928
Bette Davis (actress) – April 5, 1908
· A sunny April shower won’t last half
an hour. Billie Holiday (singer) – April 7, 1915
Sonja Henie (figure skater) – April 8, 1912 Beverly
· If it thunders on All Fools’ Day, it brings good
crops of corn and hay. Cleary (author) – April 12, 1916 Tom Clancy
· A cold May and a windy April make for a full (author) – April 12, 1947
barn. Wilbur Wright (aviator) – April 16, 1867 Harry
Reasoner (journalist) – April 17, 1923 Elizabeth II
What’s Lucky in April? (queen) – April 21, 1926 Charles Grodin (actor) –
Lucky Color: Green April 21, 1935
Lucky Days: Tuesday and Friday Roy Orbison (musician) – April 23, 1936
Lucky Numbers: 4 and 16 Lucky Al Pacino (actor) – April 25, 1940
Letters: A and L Dale Earnhardt (race car driver) – April 29, 1951
Lucky Plant: Daisy
Melinda Chuirato
Let’s all please give a warm welcome to Melinda Chuirato. Melinda was originally from
Kansas City, Kansas. Her family moved to Avenal California when she was still an infant
where she spent her grammar school and elementary school. Melinda and her family
moved to Watsonville California where her father managed a drive in movie theater.
After graduating high school Melinda went to Hartnell College where she earned her
associate degree. Melinda married her best friend, Angelo(also resides at Carlton
Senior Living San Jose) in 1956 and moved to San Jose. Melinda and Angelo have 4
children —2 boys and 2 girls. Melinda loves camping and taking long Sunday drives.
As of the moment Melinda and Angelo have 6 grandchildren and 3 great
grandchildren.
Resident highlight Employee highlight
jmomolknnvyh
Dementia And Alzheimer’s disease
support group.
Wednesday May 23, 2018
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Carlton Senior Living in San Jose has partnered with Vitas
Hospice to provide a free support group for families
challenged by Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Refreshments and light dinner will be served.
Please call 408-972-1400 for RSVP.
380 Branham Lane San Jose CA 95136
SUNDAY APRIL 1 THURSDAY APRIL 5 Dr. Shuttle
Day
Music and Motion (MC TV) / Chair Dancing (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
Sensory : TOUCH Pat Mats (MC AR) Sensory : VISION Light Show Fiber Optics (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Catholic Mass (AL) / Dose of Nostalgia (MC AR) 10:30 Bread Talk Social (MC TV)
12:30 Afternoon Bingo (MC AR) 12:30 LifeStories (MC AR)
1:30 Balloon Egg Toss (MC AR) 1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR)
2:00 Arts : Easter Coloring Pages (MC AR) 2:00 Happy Hour with Gus (MC AR)
3:00 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR) “PATRIOTIC” 2:30 Lemonade Social (MC AR)
5:30 Cinema Night (MC TV) 5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV)
MONDAY APRIL 2 FRIDAY APRIL 6
Scenic Drive (OUT) / Stronger Seniors –Stretch (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
Sensory : TASTE Food Tasting (MC AR) Sensory : SMELL Follow Your Nose (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Story Telling –Provide (MC AR) 10:30 Donut Social (MC TV)
12:30 Conversation Cards (MC AR) 12:30 Conversation Cards (MC AR)
1:00 Afternoon Bingo (MC AR) 1:00 Crafts : Bird Feeder Making (MC AR)
2:00 Lemonade Social (MC AR) 2:30 Walking Club (OUT) / LifeStories (MC AR)
2:30 SingFit with Calvin –Travel (MC AR) 3:30 MadLibs (MC AR)
5:30 Board Game Night (MC TV) 5:30 Board Game Night (MC TV)
TUESDAY APRIL 3 Dr. Shuttle SATURDAY APRIL 7
Day
Smile and Sway (MC TV) / Smile and Sway (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
SENSORY : AUDITORY Wind Chimes (MC AR) Sensory : TOUCH Hand Massage (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Bread Talk Social –Provide (MC TV) 10:30 Daily Dose of Nostalgia (MC TV)
12:30 Daily Dose of Nostalgia (MC AR) 12:30 LifeStories (MC AR)
1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR) 1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR)
2:00 Bowling Social (MC AR) 2:00 Banana Split Social (MC AR)
3:00 Bingo (MC AR) 3:00 Mind Joggers (MC AR)
5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV) 5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV)
WEDNESDAY APRIL 4 LOCATION KEY
9:30 Adaptive Yoga with Shadi (MC TV)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
MC TV - MC TV Room
10:30 Sparking Memories –Poetry (MC TV)
12:30 Conversation Cards (MC AR) MC FR - MC Family Room
1:00 TimeSlips with Calvin (MC AR) MC AR - MC Activity Room
2:00 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR)
3:00 Dear Abby (MC AR)
MC PA - MC Patio
5:30 Board Game Night MLR - Main Living Room
SUNDAY APRIL 8 THURSDAY APRIL 12 Dr. Day
Shuttle
Chair Dancing (MC TV) /
Music and Motion (MC TV) / 9:30
9:30 Sensory : VISION Light Show Fiber Optics (MC AR)
Sensory : TOUCH Hand Massage (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Bread Talk Social (MC TV)
10:30 Catholic Mass (AL) / Dose of Nostalgia (MC AR)
12:30 LifeStories (MC AR)
12:30 Afternoon Bingo (MC AR)
1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR)
1:30 Arts and Craft –Kite Making (MC AR)
2:00 Dear Abby (MC AR)
3:00 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR) “Patriotic II”
3:00 Gardening with Calvin (MC PA)
5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV)
5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV)
MONDAY APRIL 9 FRIDAY APRIL 13
Stronger Seniors –Stretch (MC TV) /
Scenic Drive (OUT) / 9:30
9:30 Sensory : SMELL Follow Your Nose (MC AR)
Sensory : SMELL Follow Your Nose (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Baking with Rebecca (MC AR)
10:30 Nutrition Cards (MC TV)
12:30 Conversation Cards –Provide (MC AR)
12:30 Gardening with Calvin (MC PA)
1:30 Afternoon Bingo (MC AR)
1:30 Dear Abby (MC AR)
2:30 Lemonade Social (MC AR)
2:30 SingFit with Calvin –Hometown Food (MC AR)
3:00 Sing Along (MC AR)
5:00 Board Game Night (MC TV)
5:00 Board Game Night (MC TV)
TUESDAY APRIL 10 Dr. Shuttle SATURDAY APRIL 14
Day
Smile and Sway (MC TV) / Smile and Sway (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
SENSORY : AUDITORY Birds Chirping (MC AR) Sensory : TOUCH Hand Massage (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Bread Talk Social –Careers (MC TV) 10:30 Daily Dose of Nostalgia (MC TV)
12:30 Conversation Cards (MC AR) 12:30 Conversation Cards –Provide (MC AR)
1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR) 1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR)
2:00 Do You Hear What I Hear (MC AR) 2:00 Ceramics Class with Lisa (MC AR)
2:30 Arts : Rainy Day Abstract Painting (MC AR) 3:00 Sing Along (MC AR)
5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV) 5:00 Cinema Night (MC AR)
WEDNESDAY APRIL 11
9:30 Adaptive Yoga with Shadi (MC TV)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Nutrition Cards (MC TV)
12:30 LifeStories –Provide (MC AR)
1:30 TimeSlips –Provide (MC AR)
2:30 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR)
3:30 Water the Plants (MC PA)
5:00 Board Game Night (MC TV)
SUNDAY APRIL 15 THURSDAY APRIL 19 Dr. Day
Shuttle
Music and Motion (MC TV) Chair Dancing (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
Sensory : TOUCH Pet Therapy (MC AR) Sensory : VISION Light Show Fiber Optics (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Catholic Mass (AL) / Dose of Nostalgia (MC AR) 10:30 Bread Talk Social (MC TV)
12:30 Afternoon Bingo (MC AR) 12:30 Conversation Cards (MC AR)
1:30 MadLibs (MC AR) 1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR)
2:00 Mind Joggers (MC AR) 2:00 Happy Hour with Gus (MC AR)
2:30 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR) 2:30 Look Good Feel Good (MC AR)
5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV) 5:00 CandleLight Dinner @ AL Living Room
MONDAY APRIL 16 FRIDAY APRIL 20
Scenic Drive (OUT) / Stronger Seniors –Stretch (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
Sensory : SMELL Follow Your Nose (MC AR) Sensory : SMELL Follow Your Nose (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Trivia Excursions (MC TV) 10:30 Everyday Life Trivia (MC TV)
12:30 LifeStories (MC AR) 12:30 Poetry with Rebecca (MC AR)
1:00 Branching Out Word Game (MC AR) 1:30 Afternoon Bingo (MC AR)
2:30 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR) 2:30 Sing Along (MC AR)
3:30 Call Out The Answers (MC AR) 3:30 Joggin’ Your Noggin I (MC AR)
5:00 Board Game Night 5:00 Board Game Night (MC TV)
TUESDAY APRIL 17 Dr. Day
Shuttle SATURDAY APRIL 21
Smile and Sway (MC TV) / Smile and Sway (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
SENSORY : AUDITORY Oldie But Goodie (MC AR) Sensory : TOUCH Hand Massage (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Bread Talk Social (MC TV) 10:30 Joggin’ Your Noggin II (MC TV)
12:30 Finishing Lyrics (MC AR) 12:30 Finishing Lines 2 (MC AR)
1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR) 1:00 Live 2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR)
2:00 Everyday Life Trivia (MC AR) 2:00 Ceramics Class with Lisa (MC AR)
2:30 Sing Along (MC AR) 3:30 Vitas presents “The Suncatchers” (MC AR)
5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV) 5:00 Cinema Nights (MC AR)
WEDNESDAY APRIL 18
9:30 Adaptive Yoga with Shadi (MC TV) THE PODIATRIST IS IN
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Finishing Lines (MC TV)
Movie Matinee : The Theory of Everything
ON THE 11th and 25th.
12:30
Popcorn and Soda Included (MC TV)
2:30 SingFit with Calvin (MC TV)
SIGN UP AT THE FIRST IMPRESSIONS
3:30 MadLibs (MC TV) DESK TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT.
5:00 Board Game Night (MC TV)SUNDAY APRIL 22 THURSDAY APRIL 26 Dr. Day
Shuttle
Music and Motion (MC TV) Chair Dancing (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
Sensory : TOUCH Fabric Swatches (MC AR) Sensory : VISION Light Show Fiber Optics (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Catholic Mass (AL) / Dose of Nostalgia (MC AR) 10:30 Bread Talk Social (MC TV)
12:30 Afternoon Bingo (MC AR) 12:30 Finishing Words (MC AR)
1:30 Earth Day Trivia (MC AR) 1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR)
2:00 Gardening with Calvin (MC PA) 2:00 Advice Cards (MC AR)
3:00 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR) 3:00 Comparatively Speaking (MC AR)
5:00 Cinema Night –Avatar (MC TV) 5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV)
MONDAY APRIL 23 FRIDAY APRIL 27
Scenic Drive (OUT) / Stronger Seniors –Stretch (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
Sensory : SMELL Follow Your Nose (MC AR) Sensory : SMELL Follow Your Nose (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Mind Joggers (MC TV) 10:30 Herbs Talk (MC TV)
12:30 Nutrition Cards (MC AR) 12:30 Conversation Cards (MC AR)
1:00 Dear Abby (MC AR) 1:00 Herb Gardening (MC PA)
2:30 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR) 2:30 Lemonade Social (MC PA)
3:30 LifeStories (MC AR) 3:00 Arbor Day Discussion (MC AR)
5:00 Board Game Night (MC TV) 5:00 Board Game Night (MC TV)
TUESDAY APRIL 24 Dr. Shuttle SATURDAY APRIL 28
Day
Smile and Sway (MC TV) / Smile and Sway (MC TV) /
9:30 9:30
SENSORY : AUDITORY Rainfalls (MC AR) Sensory : TOUCH Hand Massage (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) 10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Bread Talk Social (MC TV) 10:30 Baking with Rebecca (MC AR)
12:30 Conversation Cards (MC AR) 12:30 LifeStories (MC AR)
1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR) 1:00 Live2BHealthy with Jacob (MC AR)
2:00 Advice Cards (MC AR) 2:00 Daily Dose of Nostalgia (MC AR)
3:00 Short Story –Rain, Rummage and Riches (MC AR) 3:00 Arts and Crafts (MC AR)
5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV) 5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV)
WEDNESDAY APRIL 25
9:30 Adaptive Yoga with Shadi (MC TV)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV)
10:30 Professionals Day Talk (MC TV)
12:30 Daily Dose of Nostalgia (MC AR)
1:30 A Day at the Races (MC PA)
2:30 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR)
3:30 MadLibs (MC AR)
5:00 Board Game NightKEEP THE BODY MOVING IS IMPORTANT.
SUNDAY APRIL 29
Come join us in many of our different exercises
Music and Motion (MC TV) / and physical activities.
9:30
Sensory : TOUCH Pat Mats (MC AR)
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) The Walking Club
10:30 Catholic Mass (AL) / Dose of Nostalgia (MC AR) Fun walking inside or on the nearby trail.
12:30 MadLibs (MC AR) Yoga with Shadi
1:00 Afternoon Bingo (MC AR) Chair and Yoga exercises led by a Yoga instructor
2:00 TimeSlips with Calvin (MC AR) from KB fitness, Shadi.
2:30 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR)
5:00 Cinema Night (MC TV) Live2BHealthy with Jacob
A 45mins exercise class led by a Certified
MONDAY APRIL 30 Personal Trainer to improve balance, mobility,
Scenic Drive (OUT) /
flexibility and strength.
9:30
Sensory : SMELL Follow Your Nose (MC AR) Smile and Sway
10:00 The Daily Chronicle & Daily Extra (MC TV) A lively exercise video where you move and
10:30 Sparking Memories –Poetry (MC TV) dance to different style of music.
12:30 LifeStories (MC PA)
1:00 Gardening with Calvin (MC PA) Basketball Toss, Kick ball, Volleyball, Bowling
2:00 SingFit with Calvin (MC AR) and etc.
3:00 Walking Club (OUT) / LifeStories (MC AR) All these fun sport to help you keep moving and
5:00 Board Game Night (MC TV) have some fun at the same time.
5:00
Carolyn has a joyful and energy filled personality. She
Venus is a proud grandmother of 4 beautiful girls. She
loves making her friends laugh and smile. Carolyn
likes to stay fit and healthy. She is also a good
enjoys playing the piano for the residents and also love
dancer. Venus has a green thumb and enjoys floral
to sing along with the music. Carolyn is an April birthday arrangement on any given occasions. She is also one of
celebrant. So stop by and wish her a happy birthday on the “veteran” employee at Carlton Senior Living. Don't
April 4th. be shy to say Hi to this lovely lady.Famous April Birthdays
The following people were born in APRIL. Can you find
their last names? Search horizontally, vertically,
diagonally, forward, and backward.
A. Hans Christian
ANDERSEN
A N N Y C M V V F A S F
B. Marlon BRANDO
N O N A I O O T X H W U
C. Leonardo DA VINCI
D S Y T M Y Z C A E W H
D. Ella FITZGERALD
E R L B N R D K Y I P L
E. Thomas JEFFERSON
R E D L A R E G Z T I F
F. Harper LEE
S F M N V S S T D Z C B
G. David LETTERMAN
E F M W P J T A T L E E
H. Loretta LYNN
N E T E F G V H O E M M
I. Debbie REYNOLDS
K J A J J I V O G S L E
J. William SHAKESPEARE
C R E Y N O L D S I X N
K. Tiny TIM
E I B C X C I H S K R L
L. Wilbur WRIGHT
E A I O D N A R B Z L W
Bonus: Match the person to the correct clue.
1. Movie actress _____ 7. Folk singer _____
2. Children’s author _____ 8. Jazz singer _____
3. Inventor _____ 9. Playwright _____
4. Country singer _____ 10. U.S. president _____
5. TV show host _____ 11. Painter _____
6. Movie actor _____ 12. Novelist _____Famous April Birthdays
(solution)
A N N Y C M V V F A S F
N O N A I O O T X H W U
D S Y T M Y Z C A E W H
E R L B N R D K Y I P L
R E D L A R E G Z T I F
S F M N V S S T D Z C B
E F M W P J T A T L E E
N E T E F G V H O E M M
K J A J J I V O G S L E
C R E Y N O L D S I X N
E I B C X C I H S K R L
E A I O D N A R B Z L W
Bonus: Match the person to the correct clue.
1. Movie actress – I 7. Folk singer – K
2. Children’s author – A 8. Jazz singer – D
3. Inventor – L 9. Playwright – J
4. Country singer – H 10. U.S. president – E
5. TV show host – G 11. Painter – C
6. Movie actor – B 12. Novelist – FWhat is the Quarterly Creation Contest?
Our Memory Care residents spend three months creating a unique interpretation of a famous piece
of art. Each community then submits their creation and one is honored for its creativity and uniqueness.
This quarter the photo that was
selected was the famous couple
kissing in NYC after WWII ended.
The residents at Downtown saw the photo and
reminisced about their past and their loved ones.
The staff then assisted them to create a miniature
New York City by cutting out photos, tarring foil,
and putting it all together with paint and glitter.
Finally the residents looked through old
photo albums and the staff made copies of
the residents favorite photos. These photos
were then used to cover large block letters
spelling LOVE.
Join us in congratulating Downtown Pleasant
Hill on their creative interpretation!Maintaining Independence Through Exercise
Regular exercise can help seniors remain healthier and more indepen-
dent as they age. Studies have shown that seniors who exercise regular-
ly have longer life expectancies, remain independent longer, and improve
both physically and psychologically.
Balance decreases as we age, and more importantly, falling is a major problem.
According to the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one of
every three Americans over the age of 65 falls each year, and among individuals
65-84, falls account for 87% of all fractures and are the second leading cause of
spinal cord and brain injuries. Many seniors believe that walking is enough exercise
to stay fit and healthy. But, according to Dr. Robert Sweezy, renowned
osteoporosis expert, walking is not enough to increase muscle and bone density
- a key component in remaining independent.
The Live 2 B Healthy program is
proven to increase balance, mobili-
ty and strength - directly reducing
falls and injuries that could hamper
senior mobility and hasten health
decline. That keeps seniors vital and
independent for much longer. It is
never too late to start an exer- cise
regimen. Many seniors in their
eighties and nineties, who have
never exercised in their lives, now
participate in Live 2 B Healthy pro-
grams.
In fitness tests, after working with participants for three months, bal-
ance had improved by over 250% and cardiovascular function by over
80% by doing regular strength training, three times per week. Regular
exercise keeps seniors independent by improving their balance and endurance to
prevent falls, injuries, as well as physical and cognitive decline.
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