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Woodland Hill
May 2018
From the Administrator’s Desk
H
ave you ever tipped someone for excellent personal service? Perhaps it was to someone who
helped you carry the groceries to your car. Or maybe your hair stylist or barber. At Woodland
Hill, it is our mission to provide excellent service. Woodland Hill employees, however, are
prohibited from accepting gifts or tips. Still, there is an acceptable way to recognize an employee who
provides excellent service: the Shining Star program.
To recognize one or more Woodland Hill employees, ask for a Shining Star brochure at the front desk.
You will also find them near the entrances at the brochure displays. The brochure explains the program
and invites you to fill out the tear-off envelope, insert your cash, check, or credit card gift and return
the envelope to the front desk. Your entire gift will be designated to Woodland Hill to be used
primarily for the Employee Appreciation Fund, which benefits all Woodland Hill employees. If more
than enough is received for Employee Appreciation, a secondary use is “where needed most” at
Woodland Hill to provide amenities, programs and features that would otherwise not be possible. This
helps create a community spirit that is enjoyed by residents and staff alike.
A special part of the Shining Star program is the follow-up to the employee or employees being
honored. In a ceremony held among fellow staff members, the employee being recognized is presented
with a Shining Star Pin and a letter of commendation from the Campus Administrator. Any message or
note from the resident donor is also presented during the recognition ceremony.
You may wish to use Shining Star brochures to recognize employees in honor of service, care, or an act
of kindness that you received from your Shining Star. You can honor one staff member, several
members or the overall employee team at Woodland Hill on the Shining Star form.
For questions about the Shining Star Program, please contact Steve Preus, Foundation Representative,
or Laura Cognetta, Campus Administrator.
Laura Cognetta
Campus AdministratorWHAT’S HAPPENING AT WOODLAND HILL
Woodland Hill Golf Outings
Monday, May 7
&
Monday, May 21
11:00am-3:30pm
Hammond Golf Club
Sign-up at the Front Desk to reserve your
spot on the bus. The bus leaves Woodland
Hill Front Desk at
11:00am these dates.
A Night at the Dance Hall
Thursday, May 17
6:00-7:30pm
Woodland Hill Auditorium
We hope you join us after the
meal in the Dining Room for a
night of good music and Piano Concert
dancing! This event will take featuring Don Irwin
you back in time! Wednesday, May 2
6:00-7:00pm
Sunday, May 13 Woodland Hill Auditorium
About Don Irwin
As a classically trained musician, Don Irwin
surprises many with his very versatile
non-classical repertoire. Irwin's works have become
known around the world. His music is uniquely
Monday, May 28 fused with varying blends and textures acquired
through his travels and experiences in diverse world
cultures. His beautiful melodies, sweeping ranges,
unique sounds, and exotic rhythms are intertwined to
form what has become the Don Irwin signature.
Page 2 441 Stageline Rd., Hudson, WI 54016WELLNESS WORDS
A s the weather begins to get warmer and we start to spend more time walking around in an upright position,
the team at Wings Wellness is here to remind you the importance of good posture! Posture habits are
capable of having a significant effect on your everyday comfort and mobility, so we want to be sure that we’re
thinking about the way we sit and stand and move every day. Proper posture will encourage comfort and
pain-free movement, while poor posture is capable of causing agitation and pain. Here are some more key
points about posture! If you’d like more tips on improving posture, feel free to stop down at the
Wings Wellness Center during our open gym times and talk to one of our instructors!
Benefits of proper posture
Better balance, decreased chances of a fall
Prevention of osteoporosis
Lower risk of heart attack and stroke
Improve blood flow and help with digestive issues
Common postural issues
Slouching in chair
Hips rotated forward (sticking your bottom out)
Leaning favorably on one leg
Shoulders rounded forward
Head leaning forward and/or down
Methods to correct or improve posture
Move around- Avoid being sedentary for long periods of time, getting up every so often allows the muscles
to stretch out, warm up, and stay loose.
Exercise- This is another great way to get more daily movement in, and exercise is also capable of
addressing specific postural issues. We have many great exercises that we prescribe here in the Wellness
Center in order to correct postural issues. Often times, correcting posture is a matter of developing the
proper muscles and stretching other muscles which have become tight.
Adjust your own posture throughout the day- During the day, be sure to check your own posture and adjust
as needed! Some great cues I like to give myself are “Stand up tall,” “Hips underneath you,” and “pull those
shoulders back.” By cueing adjustments to your posture throughout the day, your body and brain will
eventually start to work together and you begin standing and sitting with better posture as a force of habit.
Practice, practice, practice!
Cole Rebhan
Wellness Trainer
www.woodlandhillphs.org Page 3CHAPLAIN’S CHAT
John 15:13, “Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.”
D uring WWII, there was a navy fighter pilot assigned to the aircraft carrier Lexington in the
South Pacific. On February 20, 1942, his entire squadron was sent on a mission. After he
was airborne, the pilot realized that someone had forgotten to fill his fuel tank. He would not
have enough fuel to complete the mission. His flight leader told him to return to the carrier.
While returning to the Lexington, he saw something horrible--a squadron of Japanese aircraft
flying toward the American fleet. The American planes were gone. The fleet was all but
defenseless. The American planes wouldn't be able to return in time to save the fleet. Nor could
he warn the fleet. The pilot knew he must somehow divert the Japanese planes from their attack.
Laying aside his personal safety, the fighter pilot dove into the formation of Japanese planes--
wing-mounted 50 caliber guns blazing. The Japanese were caught by surprise. He wove in and
out of the enemy planes until all his ammunition was spent. That didn't stop him, however. He
dove at the planes, trying to clip their wings or tails in hopes of damaging as many as possible.
Finally, the frustrated Japanese squadron broke off their attack and flew away. The American
pilot limped back to the Lexington. After landing, he reported the event. The film from the
camera on his plane showed the pilot's daring attempt to protect his fleet. He had destroyed five
enemy aircraft.
The American fighter pilot's name was Butch O'Hare. He became the Navy’s first Ace of WWII,
and the first Naval Aviator to win the Congressional Medal of Honor. He died later in aerial
combat at the age of 29. Today, O’Hare Airport in Chicago is named in Butch’s memory. His
statue and Medal of Honor are on display between terminals 1 and 2.
On Memorial Day this month we honor the Americans of our armed forces who died serving
our country. Our freedom has always carried a cost with it. These heroes fully understood the
risks and selflessly gave their lives. They remind us of the greatest hero in world history--Jesus
Christ. He saw our helpless condition of sin, selflessly laid down His life and purchased our
freedom on the cross. This month I encourage you to remember our American heroes. More
importantly, I encourage you to lay hold of the freedom from sin Jesus won for us by receiving
Him as both your Savior and the Lord of your life. His death was the greatest price ever paid
and the greatest freedom ever won. We have an awesome, loving and heroic God! May He
richly bless you this month!
Your Brother in Christ,
Peter
Check your TV Channel 992 for daily activity updates.
You will see Woodland Hill news, daily activities,
upcoming events, daily menu items, and more!
Page 4 441 Stageline Rd., Hudson, WI 54016CULINARY CORNER
May Culinary Events/Reservations
Mothers Day Brunch- $10.00
Sunday, May 13, 2018 offering two seating times: 10:30am OR 12:00pm in the IL Dining
Room. RSVP at Front Desk by Wednesday, May 9, 2018. Cancellation Policy pertains to this
event. Menu to include a variety of breakfast & lunch options (Carved Ham), etc.
A Night at the Dance Hall- $8.00
Thursday, May 17, 2018 from 5:00-6:00pm. Dance to follow 6-7:30pm. RSVP required at Front
Desk by Wednesday, May 9, 2018. Cancellation Policy pertains to this event.
Menu: Mozzarella Sticks w/ Marinara, Burger OR Hot Dog Basket (served with Fries &
Coleslaw)
& Vanilla Shake
Culinary News & Views Group
Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 1:00pm in Club Lounge- all are welcome!
Come enjoy samples and get entered into a drawing!
Memorial Day Grill Out- $8.00/Guests $9.25
Monday, May 28, 2018 from 11:30-2:00pm on the patio (weather pending). No RSVP-All are
welcome! Burgers & Brats, variety of toppings & Sides!
Ice Cream by the Scoop
Beginning May 1, we will offer flavored ice cream for purchase in the Bistro.
Prices
Vanilla or Chocolate Ice Cream Flavored Ice Cream of the Day
$1.25 for one scoop $2.00 for one scoop
$2.50 for two scoops $3.25 for two scoops
$3.75 for three scoops $4.50 for three scoops
www.woodlandhillphs.org Page 5PHS FOUNDATION NEWS
How You Make a Difference as a Joy Society Member
P resbyterian Homes & Services was founded through a visionary and generous gift from Ms. Lillias Joy in
the early 1950s. She gifted 20 acres of land on the shores of Lake Johanna in Arden Hills, the site of the
first Presbyterian Home in Minnesota and what is now PHS’ Johanna Shores senior living community.
In honor of Lillias Joy, PHS created the Joy Society as a way to recognize donors who, like Lillias Joy, have a
vision of providing more choices and opportunities for people to live well. Donors who make annual or
continuing gifts of $1,000 or more are members of the Joy Society.
Charitable gifts may be directed to benefit your community and for a purpose that speaks to you: greatest
needs, employee scholarships, resident benevolence, or chaplaincy & spiritual care.
As a member of the Joy Society you will:
Be invited to special events with PHS leaders
Learn about the future of older adult services from industry experts
If desired, receive recognition in print and interactive media
Make a personal investment in PHS’ future
The Presbyterian Homes Foundation welcomes the opportunity to provide you with information about
becoming a Joy Society member or other ways you can support PHS. Please contact us at 651-631-6408
or 651-631-6418.
Thank You!
T hank you to all who donated to the Woodland Hill Piano Fund!
We are blessed to own this Grand Piano. We have many talented
hands using it and we can’t wait to continue using it for years to come. We
look forward to seeing you at future concerts and events where the
piano is used!
Page 6 441 Stageline Rd., Hudson, WI 54016WOODLAND HILL NEWS
These Hands
These hands have seen and done many things.
T hey were born in New Richmond, WI and these hands love spending time with family and
friends. These hands studied at the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse and have served
Presbyterian Homes and Services for over 4 years. These hands enjoy adventurous activities such as
fishing, hiking, hunting, and traveling to new places. These hands have enjoyed being a part of the
Woodland Hill community since the doors opened 2 years ago and have made many friends in The
Terrace, Commons, and Specialty Care.
Do you know who these hands belong to?
By: Betsy Stauss, Resident Services Director
Last Month: Leonard Jusinski
If you are interested in being interviewed
for “These Hands,” contact Betsy Stauss,
Resident Services Director. This is a great
way for people to get to know everyone
at Woodland Hill.
Memorial Day– May 28, 2018
M emorial Day is observed annually in the U.S. as a federal holiday on the last Monday in May.
The day honors the nation’s armed services personnel that have been killed in wartime. The
holiday, originally called Decoration Day, originated with the decoration of graves with flowers and
flags. Memorial Day was first observed on May 30, 1868 on the order of General John Alexander
Logan for the purpose of decorating graves of the Civil War dead. It was observed on May 30th until
1971 when most states changed to a newly established federal schedule of
holiday observances. In 1966, the U.S. Government declared that Waterloo, NY
was the birthplace of Memorial Day on May 5, 1866.
Source: Creative Forecasting, Inc. Publication
Call today for information or to schedule a personal tour, 715-716-5200Woodland Hill
441 Stageline Road
Hudson, WI 54016
715-716-5200
www.woodlandhillphs.org
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.
Education Assistance fosters “Ready and Engaged People”
P resbyterian Homes & Services’ (PHS) stated
value, “Ready and Engaged People,” expresses
our commitment to hire, train and support employees
or agency. Employees in this program work a
minimum of 10 hours per week while attending
classes. This past year, 189 PHS employees utilized
who fulfill the PHS mission. As an organization this program to advance their careers.
where people make lifelong careers, PHS is The Nursing Loan Forgiveness Program provides
committed to helping each employee grow into his or reimbursement to help offset student loan expenses
her optimum role so that together we can offer our incurred while completing a Licensed Practical
best service to you. Nursing (LPN) or Registered Nursing (RN) degree
Employees are the most important resource in our program. Newly hired or newly promoted LPNs and
ministry and we recognize how important education is RNs who began their position within the previous 12
for them to achieve their personal and professional months are eligible. Currently, 27 PHS employees are
goals. In addition to in-house education and benefitting from this program.
development programs, PHS also offers education We are grateful for the gifts, skills, and passions that
assistance for employees who wish to advance their PHS employees bring to their work and ministry. We
formal education. also thank the generous donors who support
The Employee Scholarship Program is available for educational assistance through their gifts to the
all employees. Eligible employees may apply for up to Presbyterian Foundation. This vital investment in PHS
$7,500 each year to pursue professional certification, employees’ careers helps us fulfill our commitment to
vocational training, and undergraduate or graduate be ready and engaged to serve you every day.
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