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Issue 47 • April 2020

Poet’s Walk San Antonio5438 Presidio Pkwy.San Antonio, TX 78249Phone: 210-839-2199Fax: 210-839-2198www.poetswalk-springhills.com

Our Signature Touch Aromatherapy Program incorporates speci�c essential oils and other natural herbs to engage Residents in distinctive aromatherapy activities, creating the opportunity for further connection. �is program promotes a peaceful environment through sensory stimulation that matches each Resident’s needs and tolerances. Essential Oils are aromatic liquids distilled from �owers, trees, roots, bushes, and the seeds of plants, and are rich in antioxidants, nutrients and compounds bene�cial to sustaining health and vitality.

Lavender: Lavender is thought to be calming and able to balance strong emotions. It has also been used to help with depression, anger and irritability, and may help in some cases of insomnia. Our Residents tend to enjoy hand massages with lavender in the evenings to promote relaxation before bed.

Aromatherapy

Peppermint: Peppermint is an energizer and can be used to stimulate the mind and calm nerves at the same time. Fresh, nostalgic, and instantly recognizable, the scent is known to invigorate the mind and senses, while inspiring a sense of peace. We di�use peppermint in the mornings to energize and stimulate the senses. Monday, April 20, 2020 at 3:00 P.M.

Marnie 1H. Morris 2Orilmene 4Joanna 10Ruby Willingham 12

Welcome to the Poet’s Walk Family

Mary Sue MahaffeyEnjoys socializing with her fellow neighbors

Gilbert ZepedaEnjoys conversing with fellow neighbors over a

cup of coffee

Richard BarbosaEnjoys watching “To Kill

a Mockingbird and Chicago Blues”

HELLO ALL! With the COVID-19 situation I hope that you are all staying safe and following precautions. We are continuing to follow the CDC / State of Texas guidelines in our community. Visitation remains restricted to essential personnel. We can only imagine how difficult this time is for you but it’s our commitment to try to protect your loved ones at this time. I want to share again that I am holding a daily conference call at 3pm CST to keep everyone updated as to status of the community and any changes that may take place from day to day. Everyone is welcome to dial in and ask any community general questions. The phone number is 605-313-5815 and the access code is 298007#.

We are again without a Director of Resident Care. Sometimes things just don’t work out for all the best efforts. As usual in the interim I will be the acting DRC. Please call myself or Krystal, the Resident and Family Ambassador, if there is anything that you need or that we can assist with.

We are also without a Director of Resident Engagement at the present time. Krystal has an extensive background in Activities and is stepping up to help in the interim. All of the Activity Team are on board and eager to help with maintain and improving the Activities Programming so be on the lookout for new events and engagements.

Our Family Council occurs every 3rd Tuesday of each month here at the community. It’s a wonderful time to connect, share and laugh with other family members and caregivers. The group is hosted by our Executive Director, Wendy Martin, RN, CALM, CDP, CADDCT and Krystal Rhoades, Resident and Family Ambassador. We will let you know the CONNECTIONS Support Group schedule as soon as we get it sorted. Remember we are here to support not just your loved ones as our Residents but their loved ones, YOU, as well.

Wishing you Happy Days Wendy Jo Martin, RN, CALM, CDP, CADDCTExecutive Director

Wendy Jo Martin R. N.Executive Director

Chrissy RehahnBusiness Office Manager

 Freddie Lopez

Director of Environmental Services 

Danny GomezDirector of Dining Services

  Samantha Hannah

Community Relations Counselor

JJ LaneCommunity Relations Counselor 

Krystal RhoadesResident & Family Ambassador

Irma 14Jon Boyes 18Velda Alexander 19Valerie 22Buck Rountree 24

Looking Ahead to Next Month

a lifestyle, a commitment, a dream...

Highlights of the Month

In everything we do at Poet’s Walk, A Spring Hills Memory Care Community, we encourage health, wellness and peace of mind for total well-being. Our Signature Touches are services dedicated to caring for our residents by focusing on specific needs and desires, to enhance quality of life, respect time-honored passions, and engage residents in new experiences. From dining that truly satisfies to activities that Move the Body, Intrigue the Mind, and Inspire the Spirit, associates from every department, recognize the uniqueness of our residents, and each has a role to play. Residents continue to experience life at Poet’s Walk.

‘Fuel Your Life with Positive Energy!’

Throughout the Month of AprilLegacy Stories Project

Throughout the month of April, we will focus on life story discovery through a variety of interactive discussion

activities. So much wisdom to be shared, so much life to be celebrated!

Every Wednesday morning starting at 9:30amWellness Wednesday:

Healthy Habits & Tips Health and wellness is at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Let’s learn together how to best take care of ourselves and

each other, both mentally and physically.

Every Thursday at 6:00pm Pay It Forward Thursday

Finding opportunities to support each other: give a compliment, share a smile to brighten someone’s day, lead

with faith, simply be kind and you will make a difference in the lives of others.

Every Friday at 3:00pmVirtual World Traveler’s Club

Technology can take us anywhere we want to go! Let’s travel the world together, virtually, right from our chair!

May 5th Cinco de Mayo

May 10thMother’s Day Tea Party

May 16thArmed Forces Day

May 25thMemorial Day Picnic

April 6th, 13th and 27th at 3:00pmTechnology Explorer’s Club

Exploring the internet and how it can keep us connected to the world. Google, YouTube, Skype…

there’s a lot to explore! Maybe we’ll even acquire some virtual pen pals!

April 11th at 2:00pmNational Pet Day:

Funniest Pets Video MontageHave fun celebrating National Pet Day and

reminisce about pets of your past. You will be sure to laugh out loud at the adorable furry family

members in these funny videos/pictures!

April 12th at 3:00pmEaster Egg Decorating Fun!

Join us for festive and creative fun as we dye and decorate Easter eggs and discuss past Easter

memories and traditions.

April 22nd 2:00pmEarth Day Garden

Enjoy some fresh air as we plant delicious vegetables and wonderful smelling herbs.

*Resident Engagement Calendar subject to change as needed due to evolving guidelines/restrictions regarding COVID-19 from state and local government agencies & CDC to uphold safety of all. Please refer to Daily Activities Sheet for updates to the calendar.*

Throughout the Upcoming MonthsAll Aboard The Energy Bus!

Join us every Monday as we continue the story of Georgewho is in the process of learning the 10 Rules to Fuel Your

Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy!

Get on the Bus and be a part of the positivity!We are excited to introduce the newest company-wide

Signature Touch activity…

Energy Bus Theatre!Anyone can be an actor! Join us as we dive deeper into the

book and bring the positive messages to life on stage!

“After all, the goal in life is to live young, have fun, and arrive at your final destination – as late as possible – with a smile on your face, because this would mean that you truly

enjoyed the ride.”

– Jon Gordon, ‘The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life,Work, and Team with Positive Energy’

*Resident Engagement Calendar subject to change as needed due to evolving guidelines /restrictions regarding COVID-19 from state and local government agencies & CDC to uphold safety of all. Please refer to Daily Activities Sheet for updates to the calendar.*

Rose RuizWink CarlockRay Espinoza

Engagement Coordinators

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Wellness Tip of the Day Leg Stretches Resident Council Sani-Hands Self-Reflection Meditation Wink’s Audio Reading Sip & Paint Fun Facts About Me Musical Parade! Exploring: Symphonies

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Good Morning Sunshine! Tai-Chi Healing Exercise The Energy Bus Theatre Club Sani-Hands Serenity Meditation Legacy Stories Project Intro Name that State What’s Your Vision? Flashback Country Tunes Pay it Forward Thursday: Sharing Compliments

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YouTube: Funny Videos Reaching to the Sky Stretches Virtual Pen Pal Letters: Intro Fill in the Blank Sani-Hands Find your Joy Meditation Bible Study w/Rose Legacy Project: Back in the Day… Virtual World Traveler’s Club Brain Games YouTube: Music Video Requests

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April Gazette Reading Exercise: Move to 50’s Music Crafting w/ Annabel: Make Your Own Door Sign Sani-Hands Tranquility Meditation Virtual Baking Tips & Tricks with Linda Bingo Poetry Reading: Spring Classic TV Montage Fun: I Love Lucy

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Meaning of Palm Sunday Stretch our Legs Exercise Streaming Spirituality: Joel Osteen Sani-Hands Gratitude Meditation Legacy Project: My Life Story Zoology Class: Rabbits Green Thumb Club: Terra Cotta Pot Crafting Alan Jackson Gospel Tunes Name that Sound

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Words of Wisdom The Energy Bus Book Club: Chapter 6 Rules for the Ride of your Life Sani-Hands Healing Meditation Legacy Project 1:1 Interviews Technology Explorers: San Antonio, Texas Positive Energy Parade! Monday Musical: Mamma Mia!

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Guess that 50’s Theme Song! Inner Peace Aroma Stretch Sunshine Club: Radiate Positive Energy Sani-Hands Calm Breathing Meditation Musical Parade! Energy Bus: Ready to Learn the Rules! Time Slips: Creative Storytelling Karaoke Night!

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Wellness Tip of the Day Arm Stretches Healthy Habits: Benefits of Water Sani-Hands Self-Reflection Meditation Wink’s Audio Reading Rex Manning Discussion Move and Groove YouTube Music Video Fun!

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Start with a Smile! What is Passover? The Energy Bus Theatre Club Sani-Hands Serenity Meditation Legacy Project 1:1 Interviews One Day University Lecture Interactive Discussion Time Slips Creative Storytelling Pay it Forward Thursday: SMILE – Care Standard #18

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YouTube: Funny Videos History of Good Friday Virtual Pen Pal Letters: Design Believe It or Not Facts Sani-Hands Find your Joy Meditation Bible Study w/ Rose Learning Spanish Virtual World Traveler’s Club National Siblings Day Discussion Bingo Guess that 70’s Theme Song!

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Start with a Smile! Sit & Be Fit Crafting w/ Annabel: Easter Fun Sani-Hands Tranquility Meditation National Pet Day: America’s Funniest Pets Video Montage Fun Facts About Pets Musical Bingo Who am I? Discussion Classic TV Montage Fun: Gilligan’s Island

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History of Easter Weighting Around Exercise Streaming Spirituality: Joel Osteen Easter Memories Sani-Hands Gratitude Meditation Legacy Project: Family First Easter Egg Decorating Fun! Move to the Beats Elvis Presley: Videos

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Start with a Smile! The Energy Bus Book Club: Chapter 7 What is your Vision? Sani-Hands Healing Meditation Legacy Project 1:1 Interviews Technology Explorers: Virtual Communication Fun Facts About Spring Time Finish the Phrase Monday Musical: My Fair Lady

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Guess that 60’s Theme Song! Inner Peace Aroma Stretch Sunshine Club: Kindness Sani-Hands

Calm Breathing Meditation Legacy Project: Siblings Energy Bus Theatre Club: Rule #1 - You’re the Driver! Sharpening Senses Karaoke Night!

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Wellness Tip of the Day Leg Stretches Healthy Habits: Handwashing Tips Sani-Hands Self-Reflection Meditation Wink’s Audio Reading Basketball Trivia Musical Parade! Fun Facts About Me

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Good Morning Sunshine! Tai-Chi Healing Exercise The Energy Bus Theatre Club Sani-Hands Serenity Meditation Food & Menu Planning Word in a Word Game Courtyard Nature Stroll Name that Expression Pay it Forward Thursday: Kindness Makes a Difference

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YouTube: Funny Videos Feel the Musical Beats Virtual Pen Pal Letters: Complete Chair Yoga w/ Wink Sani-Hands Find your Joy Meditation Bible Study w/ Rose National Haiku Poetry Day: Writing our Haiku Virtual World Traveler’s Club Brain Games YouTube: Music Video Requests

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Fact or Fiction Exercise: Move to 60’s Music Crafting w/ Annabel: Make Your Own Door Sign Sani-Hands Tranquility Meditation Virtual Baking Tips & Tricks with Linda Ladder Toss Poetry Reading: Texas Classic TV Montage Fun: Beverly Hillbillies

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Positive Quote Discussion Stretch our Legs Exercise Streaming Spirituality: Joel Osteen Vision Board Creation Sani-Hands Gratitude Meditation Legacy Project: Love Zoology Class: Horses Green Thumb Garden Club: What we will grow… Worship Singing Name that Sound

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Words of Wisdom The Energy Bus Book Club: Chapter 8 It’s All About Energy! Sani-Hands Healing Meditation Legacy Project 1:1 Interviews Celebrating April Birthday! Positive Energy Parade! Monday Musical: Mary Poppins

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Guess that 70’s Theme Song! Inner Peace Aroma Stretch Sunshine Club: Gratitude List Sani-Hands Calm Breathing Meditation Musical Parade Energy Bus Theatre Club: It’s All About Energy Time Slips: Creative Storytelling Karaoke Night!

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Wellness Tip of the Day Arm Stretches Healthy Habits: Positive Affirmations Sani-Hands Self-Reflection Meditation Earth Day Garden Ways to Protect Our Planet! Discussion Move and Groove Musical Trivia

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Start with a Smile! Yoga Moves The Energy Bus Theatre Club Sani-Hands Serenity Meditation Learn to Speak Spanish One Day University Lecture Interactive Discussion Time Slips Creative Storytelling Pay it Forward Thursday: Faith over Fear

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YouTube: Funny Videos To Me, Positive Means… Virtual Pen Pal Letters: You’ve Got E-Mail! Mad Libs Sani-Hands Find your Joy Meditation Bible Study w/Rose Legacy Project: Life Achievements Virtual World Traveler’s Club Musical Memories Guess that 80’s Theme Song

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Start with a Smile! Chair Stretches Crafting w/ Annabel: Painting Care Flowers Sani-Hands Tranquility Meditation Virtual Baking Tips & Tricks with Linda Fun & Crazy Facts Musical Bingo Where am I? Classic TV Montage Fun: Bonanza

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Words of Kindness Discussion Weighting Around Exercise Streaming Spirituality: Joel Osteen Freeze Dance Sani-Hands Gratitude Meditation Legacy Project: Career Growth Zoology Class: Cows Lemonade on the Patio Johnny Cash: Videos

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Start with a Smile! The Energy Bus Book Club: Chapter 9 Sharing Our Vision Sani-Hands Healing Meditation Legacy Project 1:1 Interviews Technology Explorers: Virtual Communication Fun Facts Trivia Finish the Phrase Monday Musical: Oklahoma!

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Guess that 80’s Theme Song! Inner Peace Aroma Stretch Sunshine Club: Positive Images Sani-Hands Calm Breathing Meditation Legacy Project: Siblings Energy Bus Theatre Club: What’s Your Vision? World Geography Trivia Karaoke Night!

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Wellness Tip of the Day Leg Stretches Healthy Habits: Attitude of Gratitude Sani-Hands Self-Reflection Meditation Wink’s Audio Reading Guess the Price Musical Parade! Folding & Sorting

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Good Morning Sunshine! Tai-Chi Healing Exercise The Energy Bus Theatre Club Sani-Hands Serenity Meditation Food & Menu Planning Words within a Name Game Legacy Stories Project: Reflect Laughter Therapy Pay it Forward Thursday: Words of Wisdom for Future Generations

Daisy – Caught in the moment of time, it’s all about sensation. �e person may have sensory needs and / or sensory tolerances. When experiencing low sensory needs the person may display behaviors such as humming, rubbing of hands, waving, wiping furniture and / or picking lint from clothes of self or others. When the person is experiencing high sensory needs some may display behaviors such as clenching of their teeth. �is is often mistaken for aggression. �e person may also be observed pushing chairs, moving things around and stomping feet, which often times expresses an unmet need, like toileting, hunger or thirst. Care Team should determine the unmet need.

Our Team Member Pledge:

I dedicate myself to the principles of trust, respect and

integrity, and I pledge to give the best of myself to the remarkable

people I serve.

Care Flowers... Daisy

Having Fun and Staying Purposeful!

Cuddle Therapy: Creating Opportunity to Nurture

Healthy Habits: Positive Affirmations“What you think, you become. What you feel, you attract. What you imagine, you create.” – Buddha

How do affirmations work? A consistent affirmation practice of even a minute or two per day can make you feel stronger, more confident, happier, better balanced - all while reducing anxiety and fearfulness. Start a new healthy habit by incorporating the below affirmations into your daily

routine. Repeat the affirmation out load for at least one minute. While doing so, align your thinking with its message. Focus on summoning that energy into your life. See it and believe it!

“All I need is within me now.”“I am learning to trust the journey.”

“If I am committed, there is always a way.”“Today is a gift and I am blessed to be here.”

“I celebrate each goal I accomplish with joy and gratitude.”“I am able to conquer all the challenges I am confronted with.”

“I stay focused on my vision and pursue my daily work with passion.”“My mind is free of resistance and open to exciting new possibilities.”

“I can never fail, for everything that happens contributes to me being better.”“The smallest action can make a difference. I can change the world just by being here.”

(Source: Legendary Life – www.legendarylife.com / www.liveyourlegendproject.com)

Garden Nutrition Facts & Health Benefits

SWEET POTATOES

• Rich source of numerous vitamins and minerals including vitamin B6, C & D, iron, magnesium and potassium.

• Vitamin D plays an integral role in energy levels, mood and helps to build healthy bones, heart, nerves, skin and teeth.

• Magnesium is vital for healthy artery, blood, bone, heart, muscle and nerve function.

• Potassium helps regulate heartbeat and nerve signals and performs many other essential functions including relaxing muscle contractions, reducing swelling and controlling the activity of the kidneys.

Care Standard #18 ~ SMILE! It increases your face value!

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