Newsletter: January 2019

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Employees:Executive Director:Kathy Nohl

Nursing:Penny Long R.N.Patrick Rogers

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Activities:Stephanie LutzPatricia GradyCristian BenzLauren SteinerPaul VoglCarolyn Lutz

Just a Reminder:In the event of inclement weather EverLove DayClub follows the Webster Groves school closing policy.

In addition, EverLove DayClub will be listed on KSDK Channel 5 and Fox 2

524 S. Elm, Webster Groves, MO 63119

Can hardly believe it’s already the New Year! Time sure flies when you’re having fun. The staff at EverLove would like to thank you for another wonderful year and we look forward to taking care of your loved ones in 2019. I am certain that this New Year will bring new beginnings and adventures.

Once again our participants had a great time at our annual Christmas Party. Participants played games, won prizes, and although Santa was busy this year he still managed to find time to drop a gift for everyone!

From the Director’s Desk:We’d also like to extend a special thank you to the generous donations from families. From cookies galore to popcorn, you made the day extra special.

Also pleased to announce that staff, participants, and their families collected over 100 items for our local food pantry! Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

This month’s C.O.R.E. Award Recipient is Jared Rawson whose endless smile and warm hugs makes every day a bit brighter.

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Ingredients One cup butter, softened One cup sugar One cup packed brown sugar 2 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp salt 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon 3 cups quick cooking oats

Directions

In a medium bowl, cream together butter, white sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time, and then stir in vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in oats. Cover, and chill dough for at least one hour.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls, and place 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. Flatten each cookie with a large fork dipped in sugar.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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PREVENTING FALLS

The number one concern for seniors is fall prevention. Wintery conditions only increase the risk of suffering a catastrophic fall. Here are some winter safety tips that will help you stay safe:

Wear appropriate footwear that is both warm and provides waterproof traction. Keep your hands and arms free to increase balance. Be sure to salt walkways and porch stairs. Finally, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Make sure that you have a neighbor, friend, or family member that you can call on to help clear

snow and ice or to help you run errands.

BEWARE OF THE DANGERS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING

Many people resort to unconventional methods to heat their home during power outages. Hundreds of cases of carbon monoxide poisoning have been reported this winter alone because people have attempted to heat their home with grills or they placed a generator indoors without proper ventilation. Do not use gas or charcoal grills or generators in your home. In addition, make sure that you have working carbon monoxide detectors in your home. Also, be on the lookout for the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning:

Shortness of breathConfusionNausea and vomitingAbnormal heartbeatDizziness and drowsiness

FIGHT DEPRESSION:

The senior demographic has one of the highest rates of depression. Add to that the effects of season affective disorder, and you have a recipe for some truly blue winter months. Improve your mood by:

Take Vitamin D. Lack of exposure to the sun can cause a vitamin D deficiency, which can greatly affect your overall mood. If you can’t get outside to soak up some vitamins naturally, a simple supplement will also do the trick and give you an extra boost.

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Ingredients One cup butter, softened One cup sugar One cup packed brown sugar 2 eggs 2 cups all-purpose flour 1tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp salt 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon 3 cups quick cooking oats

Directions

In a medium bowl, cream together butter, white sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time, and then stir in vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in oats. Cover, and chill dough for at least one hour.

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls, and place 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. Flatten each cookie with a large fork dipped in sugar.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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What’s Happening This Month:CHAMPS 1/9Music Therapy 1/16

Welcome to EverLove DayClub!

Stay Safe this Winter!

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY1BasketballSlogansSpelling BeePuzzle TimeBingoTable Games

2Color TimeBuncoSing alongHangmanOppositesFloor Games

3WiiCowboy TossBingo20 QuestionsFootball

4Name that tuneChuck a lugHockeyCraftsGolf

7TriviaFloor GamesManicure MondaySpelling BeeHangmanBingo

8 Table GamesBowlingVolleyballCHAMPS Dog Therapy

9Flip CardBall BounceWord challengeBowlingTrivia

10DominosSlap ShotPaintingPaddle BallBalloon Volleyball

11BillardsFun FactsUnoBingoCharades

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Manicure MondayChuck a LugBocce BallAd SlogansCrafts

15Table SoccerPuzzlesFun FactsRummyBingo

16Dice TimeBasketballA-Z BallCandyLandWord Scramble

17FootballWorld TriviaRiddle TimeBowlingSing a long

18WiiDartsColor by numberBingoTrouble

21A-Z BallManicure MondayMcDonalds BingoPictionaryBeads

22 Popcorn DayPopcorn factsPopcorn TriviaFun FactsPopcorn CraftWord GuessFlip CardTable Games

23GolfMusic with MikeScrabbleJoke TimeKickballTrivia

24Sound alike wordsParachute BallPuzzletimeTravel TimeBuncoSlogans

25Globe GameBowlingCardsName That Tune

28Manicure MondaySport TossSticker FunBlack JackFloor GamesUno

29Snowball tossArts & CraftsVolleyballBingoHangmanWii

30Floor GamesBuncoPuzzlesHangman

31Press Your LuckA-Z BallCharadesAnts In Your Pants

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