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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 2019We 9 East Creek Rd. Nantucket, MA 02554 508.228.0462 June 2019- July 2019 Volume 2, Issue 7 OUR ISLAND HOME Monthly Newsletter Inside This Issue: • National Nursing Assistant Week • Staff Update • Communication Highlights: 1. Resident Quote 2. Employee & Volunteer of the Month 3. Upcoming Events 4. Feasibility Study National Nursing Assistant Week June 13th through 20th is the 42nd annual National Nursing Assistant Week! This is a time for us to recognize those who have dedicated their lives to the wellbeing of others. Here are just some of the wonderful things our residents have to say about their CNAs: “I love them because they are so funny, they make you laugh. When you’re laughing, you feel alive and happy.” -Betty R. “I love them because they are sweet. They take care of all of us, I don’t know what we’d do without them. They do my hair and makeup and make me feel good.” -Bernice A. “They are quick when I need something.” -Roy B. “My CNA is an angel. She is so good to me. So gentle and kind.” - Carol V. “They’re all so helpful and kind, and funny!” -Gladys S. Staff Update: Please join us in welcoming Ronnie Rogers, our new Business Office Coordinator, and Michelle Berreth RN, our new Staff Development Coordinator! We are thrilled to have them be part of the Our Island Home team. Communication: Please remember that if you need to communicate with OIH staff about your loved one, please call the main number at 508-228-0462 and get in touch with the Charge Nurse. This is the preferred form of communication that will give you the quickest access to staff. Our concern is if you are emailing an individual staff member, they may not see your message if they are out sick or on vacation. We strive to have open communication with families and we are available 24/7 by phone. With that said, if we are unable to answer at the time of your call, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you! Resident Portraiture Local Nantucket photographer Barbara Clarke is offering her portraiture services free of charge to OIH residents. If you would like to schedule group or individual portraits for your friend or family residing at OIH, please contact Taylor Hilst at thilst@nantucket-ma.gov to schedule an appointment. We • 9 East Creek Rd Nantucket, MA 02554 PHONE: 508.228.0462 FAX: 508.228.6875 E-MAIL: Brett Lennerton Administrator blennerton@nantucket- ma.gov Employee of the Month Suzanne Girardi Suzanne, a Physical Therapist, is an invaluable part of our rehab department. Residents love her not only for her amazing work to get them functioning at the highest level possible, but also for how she goes above and beyond every day. Volunteer of the Month Laura Anderson Laura is now in her second year of volunteering at OIH. She calls Bingo every Wednesday, and spends one- on-one time chatting and reminiscing with residents. She is very much loved by the OIH community! Family Council: The next meeting is Wednesday, June 19th, 10:00 am; and the following meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17th at 10am. Nanpuppets: On June 27th at 4pm, Lizza Obremski of Nanpuppets and Out to Sea will offer her puppet show for residents and the Nantucket Community! These performances are made possible through a grant from the Nantucket Cultural Council and the Mass Cultural council. Boys and Girls Club: The NBGC will be visiting us every Monday at 10 am in July and August! We are very happy to be part of their summer camp schedule. “4th of July” Party: Please join us in celebrating America’s birthday with a party on the OIH patio! July 3rd, at 3:30 pm (dining room in case of rain). Upcoming Live Musical Talent: Susan Berman: plus her partner Ray, on June 20th and July 3rd (at the 4th of July party)! Paul Connors: oldies but goodies on July 8th. Mollie Glazer: classical piano on June 24th and July 15th. Steve Tornovish: our favorite covers on June 26th and July 1st. PJ Moody: and friends on July 10th. Jim Sulzer: classical guitar on July 11th. (All music performances begin at 4pm, in the OIH living room). The potential for a new OIH on the current site: The team at LWDA is working with the Town of Nantucket and stakeholders on a feasibility study for future options for Our Island Home. For more information, see current FAQs, and have the option to submit your own inquiry or question, please go to the following web page https://oih.carrd.co/ Your input, opinion and questions are important to ensure a comprehensive, successful next step is developed! Upcoming Events Resident Monthly Quote “My CNA is always happy, always smiling.” - Margie S. We’re on the Web! See us at: www.nantucket- ma.gov Check out Our Island Home’s entry in the Whaling Museum’s Festival of Trees: “Our Island Artists”! Nantucket Wheeler’s biking program kick-off BBQ! Fun times with our visitors from the Nantucket Boys and Girls Club!