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his year we celebrated National Nurses Week,

with a Rock N’ Roll theme!

We celebrated the dedication and hard work of our nurses for an entire week. Monday was started with baby photos of the nurses for staff to guess which picture belonged to which nurse. Later that day, we honored our nurses with a taco bar that included all the fixings for an amazing taco lunch! What could be better, the day after Cinco De Mayo, right? It was all fun and games after that with a dose of Name That Rock n’ Roll Tune. Every day was filled with something new and exciting to show just a portion of how much we love and appreciate our PV Nurses.

Our Nurses Rock!

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275 Caledonia Drive Owosso, MI 48867

(989) 743-3491pleasantviewmcf.org

Caring for LifeAdministration:

Shana Espinoza, MSN, RN, LNHA Administrator

Theresa DeLau, RN, BSNDirector of Nursing

Board Members:

Londa Knauff, ChairCindy Civille, Co-ChairGregory P. Bontrager, Member

June 2019

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It was fun, games, and prizes throughout the week with a few special days:

• Black Jack Table - 80’s - 90’s Dress-up Day, “Name That Tune” - Tuesday

• Candy Bar - Tuesday

• Taco Bar - Monday

• Skills Fair - Wednesday

• Rock Star Day - Dress up in your favorite rock star attire - Thursday

• “Name That Rock n’ Roll Tune,” Breakfast Bar - Friday

Rocking out in style for National Nurses Week

Events & Happenings

Family Picnic

2 PM - Father’s DayRoot Beer Float Social

Family Pig Roast

Kickball Tournament10 AM, Teams of 9 will play against one another until we have a champion team! Age Groups 5-10 and 11 and up. $15 per adult/$5 child (or kids play free with paid adult). Bring your team @ $35 per person. Fundraiser benefits PV Community Relations Team.

Car Show with DJ Woofers

4th Of July Parade,Corunna

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JULY

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Shana Says: A MESSAGE FROM OUR ADMINISTRATORFinally, spring is here! The sun is shining and the birds are chirping! I want to extend my sincerest appreciation to all of our staff for your dedication during this winter season. Thanks to your hard work and devotion, we were safely able to care for our residents during some difficult winter days.

Now that the sun is beginning to shine, I encourage you all to take a moment to reflect on the everyday wonders of life. So often we get caught up in the hustle and bustle of our day and forget to take a moment to appreciate the things we so easily take for granted. Enjoying a hot meal in the comforts of your own home, with family or a good friend, seems simple to many of us. There are so many people right now who would give anything to simply be in their own home. As we take this moment to reflect, let’s think about the ways we can make life easier, happier, or simpler, for someone else. Sometimes all it takes is a smile or a friendly compliment to make a difference in the life of someone having a not so good day.

Consider volunteering with an organization where you can positively impact the lives of many. Mail a greeting card just to say hello. Say “I love you” before ending a conversation. There are many missed opportunities at chances to make life better. Don’t miss your opportunity. — Shana Espinoza, MSN, RN, LNHA

Our nurses at Pleasant View want to be sure they can give you the best of their time and attention when you call to check in on your loved one. If you want to call for an update, the best time to speak with them is between 1-4 pm. Of course, you are welcome to call anytime you have questions and concerns or just want an update. Our nurses are happy to answer all your questions whenever you have them!

I am very pleased with Pleasant View and the staff

here. It is the exact opposite of the stereotypes you

hear about nursing homes on TV or in the news. There

is mutual respect for the residents, no matter the age

or disability. From what I have witnessed, even when

a resident is upset or confused, the staff remains calm

and respectful.

When I look back on where I was a month ago, to where

I am now, I would not have made it if it wasn’t for the

nursing staff, the aids, and the therapy staff – even the

crazy social workers. They were all my cheerleaders.

Yes, I put in the work, but they were who gave me

the push to get me to where I am now.

Thank you all, Randall Rawlins

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JUNEShylah Brantley, 3 years

Crystal Bressette, 26 years

Betty Burdick, 21 years

Aimee Burgess, 10 years

Jackie Grams, 10 years

Gregory Hath, 1 year

Benjamin Luckhurst. 2 years

Shannon Marriage, 14 years

Lisa Reams, 5 years

Lynette Schneider, 6 years

Debra Schrems, 24 years

Connie Silvers, 27 years

Julie Spencer, 2 years

Christian Smithingell, 1 year

Patricia Striggow, 3 years

Debra Thompson, 12 years

Ryan VanNote, 1 year

Joale Villarreal, 12 years

Brian Wells, 3 years

Joan Widgren, 14 years

JULYCynthia Breckons, 19 years

Anna Griffin, 1 year

Veronica Dean, 5 years

Ashley Hutchinson, 6 years

Chelsea Hutchinson , 1 year

Dana Jewell, 1 year

Shana Says: A MESSAGE FROM OUR ADMINISTRATOR

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n honor of National Nurses Week 2019, staff voted to elect three nurses all of which would be honored and

formally recognized.

Melissa Beattie was honored as Most Revered Nurse of the Year. Patrick Demello was recognized as First Honorable Mention and Krista McTaggart as Second Honorable Mention of the Year. This was a challenging task because each of our nurses has unique talents that they bring to our PV team. We want all of our PV nurses to know that we appreciate them and the expertise they bring to our Pleasant View family. To every Nurse, thank you for all that you do! #NationalNursesWeek2019

e celebrated National Nursing Home Week, with a Mock Rock

dance contest.

Different groups performed in hopes of winning the residents’ vote for a chance of walking away with the first place prize.

A huge congratulations to Brian Wells for winning first place!

National Nurses Week Honors

National Nursing Home Week

AnniversariesWe would like to acknowledge our staff members for their service and dedication to our residents!

JULY (continued)James Krizan, 2 years

Corbin McKay, 3 years

Chad Pilot, 5 years

Acacia Russell, 1 year

David Skuczas, 2 years

Angela Smalley, 1 year

Teresa Sovis, 28 years

Carol Turner, 8 years

Marina VanHuylenbrouck, 1 year

Gary Woodruff, 26 years

AUGUSTAnnette Billings, 5 years

Michael Billings, 2 years

Chery Bowman, 4 years

Aubrey Busby, 1 year

Christa England, 2 years

Teresa Gibbs, 4 years

Kristina Griffin, 1 year

Erin Kelley, 17 years

Tiffany Lopez, 11 years

Anna Proctor, 2 years

Erika Tomac, 3 years

Kasey Schneider , 11 years

Dean Vanderlip, 2 years

Kristin Wharton, 9 years

Debra Wirostek, 8 years

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Concept Rehab Partnership

Events & HappeningsAnd More!

275 Caledonia Drive • Owosso, MI 48867

On May 1st, Pleasant View welcomed Concept Rehab as our new therapy partner.

Headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Concept Rehab has been providing excellent rehabilitation in skilled nursing facilities throughout Michigan and across the Midwest for more than 40 years. Owned and run by therapists, Concept Rehab brings a rich history and depth of rehab expertise to our residents at Pleasant View. We are excited about partnering with an organization that is founded on Commitment, Respect, and Integrity which aligns with our mission at Pleasant View. The team of skilled therapists and assistants at Pleasant View will offer specialized rehab programs and services to meet the needs of both our short-term rehab residents and those who reside long-term. Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy services are available seven days a week to assure excellent patient satisfaction and outstanding outcomes.

Specialty areas include: fall prevention through balance assessment and training; occupational retraining for those returning to work; cognitive skills enhancement following stroke or dementia; wound care; aphasia/language treatment; speech/voice remediation; swallowing difficulties and food texture analysis; safety in the home setting, bathing and dressing; activities of daily living to increase independence; walking; and transfers in/out of bed, chair, shower and vehicles. Please plan to join us at Pleasant View on July 15th from 5-7 pm in Town Center, as we celebrate our partnership with Concept Rehab. Please call 989-743-3491 x 531 for more information.

New Rehab Company: Concept RehabConsider becoming a volunteer at Pleasant View!

Our volunteers are essential in helping us deliver compassionate care, and enhance the resident experience by providing a personal touch. All volunteers attend a special orientation session and receive personal training within their area of interest.

For more information, contact Rachel Baldwin at (989) 743-3491, ext. 531 or visit our web site at www.pleasantviewmcf.org/about/volunteer/