A note from the Administrator

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1 25 Schoenfeld Boulevard, Patchogue, NY March 2018 UPCOMING EVENTS March 3/5 Mini-Horse Visit 3/6 Music with Jon 3/8 Walmart Trip 3/12 Music with Griegory 3/12 Chair Yoga with Melissa 3/15 Fulton Gate Irish Restaurant Trip 3/16 Birthday Party 3/16 Creative Fashions Vendor 3/19 Zumba 3/23 Albert Mulad Violinist 3/23 Patchogue Library Visit 3/25 Patchogue Church of Christ 3/30 Easter Egg Hunt April 4/9 Clothes for Seniors Vendor 4/13 Birthday Party 4/12 Dollar Tree A note from the Administrator Dear Resident/Family Member, We are not yet through the winter storm season, and before we know it the hurricane and summer storm season will be upon us. So now is an opportune time to speak about the storm and emergency provisioning of Suffolk Center. At Suffolk Center we have: An emergency generator capable of providing (partial) power for 3 or more days which serve emergency outlets, heat, hot water, and kitchen including refrigerator and freezer. Our heat and hot water use either natural gas or fuel oil, depending on which is available (redundant fuel supply). Minimum 3 day supply of food and drinking water and linen. Your medical records are backed up both on and off site in case of a computer or internet failure. We also have redundant internet connections. We have a state of the art smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and fire alarm system. We can utilize a number of local pharmacies in the event of a suspension of transportation. We make provision during every storm to transport, and if necessary put up staff so that your care needs are met. We have an evacuation plan. If necessary, we have agreements with other care facilities to accept our residents in an emergency. Staff receive training on emergency response and preparation We have drills involving both regional and state agencies, and our own facility. We hope never to use any of this but it s there! Feel free to contact me or any supervisory staff member if you have any additional questions. Looking forward, 4/16 Albert Mulad Violinist Like us on Facebook

2 2 March 2018 Resident Spotlight This newsletter features resident Anthony. On any given day you will see Anthony greeting residents and staff with his furry friend Charlie. Anthony was born in Scotland and came to America at the age of four. He grew up in Bay ridge, Brooklyn. Anthony has held many different types of occupations. He worked for a brokerage company on Wall Street where he was a messenger, then worked in maintenance, and then a clerk. Later on in his life he worked in security. Anthony s favorite meal is a Scottish breakfast. A Scottish breakfast includes potato scones, black pudding, and square sausages. Anthony s favorite pastime is bowling and listening to rock and roll especially the Grateful Dead. His favorite place he has traveled has been to Las Vegas. Advice Anthony would give to others would be Be yourself and don t make fun of others. So the next time you see Anthony and Charlie say hello!

3 March Eteacha was our employee of the month for January. Eteacha is a CNA for the first floor. She is a hard worker whose compassion for the residents shines through daily. She has been working here for fifteen years. When she is not at work she enjoys spending time with her family. Her favorite memory at Suffolk Center was when there was a carnival for the residents, family, and staff on the outside patio. Essie was our employee of the month for February. Essie is a LPN for the second floor. Essie s has a kind and caring spirit that she brings to the residents of Suffolk Center. Essie has worked here for ten years. In her free time she enjoys going to the gym to workout. She has two favorite Suffolk memories. One was when the administrator Mr. Kontam welcomed her to the facility when she first started here. The other was seeing all the residents outside enjoying a BBQ in the nice weather.

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5 March Creative Writing By Linda Spring Spring is rebirth Spring is flowers blooming Spring is trees getting their leaves again Spring is fresh and clean air Spring is green grass Spring is a gentle breeze Spring is the sun setting later Spring is birds returning and chirping Spring is celebrating Easter and Passover May you have a wonderful spring!

6 6 March 2018 A note from Kenny Sometimes a story comes along that makes you want to stand up and cheer. I hear them all the time because they take place in Centers homes everywhere. But this one caught my attention because of some unusual circumstances. The thanks of the entire Centers Health Care family goes out to our team at Steuben Center where it all took place. Christina McLendon, a Navy veteran from Texas was visiting New York to attend a late September women s retreat. What happened to her while she was here changed her life, and a lot of lives at Steuben Center. Christina was struck by an automobile while walking through a local parking lot and severely injured. Her shattered leg required two separate and very complicated surgeries at Corning-Guthrie Hospital, and extensive rehabilitation. With her 12 year old son and her husband at home in Texas, Christina was completely alone. Then she chose Steuben Center for her rehabilitation and everything changed. Christina looked at her situation as an opportunity to meet new people and joined us with such an upbeat attitude and positive outlook that she quickly became one of our most popular residents. She worked tirelessly on her rehab and became a cheerleader for her fellow residents, giving them a needed boost when their therapy got tough. If I can do it, you can too and other encouraging words backed by her bright smile, were credited by dozens of other residents as being the tonic they needed at just the right time to help them through their own rehab. As the holidays drew closer, when most people in her situation would struggle with depression, Christina became even more upbeat. A welcome visit from her husband and son at Thanksgiving helped of course, but Christina saw the holidays as just another way to bring joy into other people s lives. She assisted the team at Steuben by wrapping eighty presents they had purchased for their residents, and personally delivered them to everyone on Christmas morning. As she neared the end of her rehabilitation, she told us about all that she had gotten from her experience. I m looking at all that I can take away from this she said. I got to meet so many wonderful people and learn their stories. They are amazing and I found them so inspiring. And I ve been blown away by the kindness and generosity of people. It s made me revaluate how I want to go forward in life. On January 30 th, the Steuben Center family threw a surprise farewell party for Christina. She will be missed by everyone, but her story will continue to inspire other residents for a long time to come. Kenny Rozenberg, CEO

7 March Staying ahead of the curve There are always exciting things happening in the therapy suite at every Centers facility. After all, recovery is exciting. But this month, four of our facilities are participating in a virtual reality pilot program that may ultimately change the therapy protocols throughout the Centers Health Care family. Virtual reality therapy has made its way into many rehab facilities, as a way to provide low-impact workouts in a real world setting. However, the set-up is often large, unwieldy, and requires extensive specialized equipment. Now, Centers is partnering with Jintronix, a Canadian firm, to bring their breakthrough rehab technology to our residents. Jintronix uses a sophisticated yet very compact computer and advanced motion sensors to create a wide range of precise activities. Residents sit or stand in front of a television and the therapist creates an exercise that appears on the screen. The resident sees his or her movements on the screen and every motion is tracked and recorded so as the resident progresses through their rehabilitation, their advances are documented and the sophistication of the exercises is increased. And one of the best parts? The Jintronix system uses computer gaming technology to make the therapy fun! Residents might find themselves skiing, playing soccer, or shooting a basketball. The games make therapy more enjoyable, encourage longer sessions, and provide immediate positive reinforcement. Just one more way that Centers Health Care is staying ahead of the curve.

8 8 March 2018 Valentine s Day at Suffolk Center! March/ April Birthdays! 3/3 Frances W. 3/5 Alfred H. 3/9 Eric H. 3/9 Ronald G. 3/16 Donald S. 3/18 Kimberly M. 3/22 Hollie C. 3/23 Charles C. 3/24 Anthony F. 3/25 Dorothea P. 3/27 Ellissa T. 4/8 Lystra R. 4/18 Miguel V. 4/19 Jon S. 4/21 Bruce E. 4/23 Mary M. 4/28 Sonia D. 4/29 John D. 25 Schoenfeld Boulevard, Patchogue, NY