December 2007
MONTHLY PUBLICATION
WINONA HEALTH P.O. Box 5600 855 Mankato Ave. 507.454.3650 Fax: 507.457.4413 COMMUNITY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 855 Mankato Ave. 507.454.3650
Assisted Living Welcomes Nancy Slaby
Nancy Slaby, Account Representative for Assisted Living, Home Care and Hospice started her new position earlier last month. Many of you had the opportunity to meet Nancy at the Welcome Reception. Nancy is very excited to have the opportunity to work at Watkins and looks forward to getting to know everyone.
LAKE WINONA MANOR 865 Mankato Ave. 507.457.4366 WATKINS MANOR 175 E. Wabasha St. 507.494.7400 Adith Miller & Roger Metz Manors 885-875 Mankato Ave. 507.454.0179 HOME CARE & HOSPICE SERVICES 175 E. Wabasha St. 507.457.4468 PARKVIEW PHARMACY 825 Mankato Ave. 507.454.4925 WINONA HEALTH FOUNDATION 855 Mankato Ave. 507.457.4342 PHYSICIAN CLINICS 507.474.7830 ALLERGY & ASTHMA EYE CARE CENTER OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Psychiatric & Counseling Services RUSHFORD CLINIC SPORTS & ORTHOPAEDIC SPECIALISTS URGENT CARE Note: All addresses are in Winona, MN 55987
We thought it would fun to share some fun facts about Nancy with you all! j Nancy has worked for Winona Health for the past 25 years. j Nancy just retired from her home-based business as a professional wedding photographer and other portraits. j Hobbies that Nancy enjoys is: spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends, traveling, counted cross stitch, outdoor activities and working with her flower gardens. j Nancy has been married to Al for 13 years. They live in Buffalo City, Wisconsin. Al and Nancy have four children between them and 9 grandchildren.
Did You Get Your Assisted Living Cookbook?
You can still order an assisted living cookbook for only $3.00. They make great gifts! Contact Julie Decker at 507.494.7488 to place your order. To give you a sample of the great recipes included in the cookbook here is a Garden Salad recipe submitted by Eleanor of Watkins Manor. 2 sm. Boxes ring macaroni 4 diced cucumbers 3-4 tomatoes diced 1 onion diced 2 stalks celery diced 1/2 green pepper diced 2 1/2 c. miracle whip 4 T. white vinegar 4 T. sugar Add the diced cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, celery, and green pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle with 1 T. salt. This will form it’s own juice, do not drain. Cook the macaroni and add to the vegetables. In a separate bowl mix the miracle whip, vinegar, and sugar together. Add the sauce to the vegetables and the macaroni. Chill.
Assisted Living Staff
Don Meierant, Director (507) 457.4339
[email protected] Cheryl Krage, Manager of Assisted Living (507) 494.7496
[email protected] Jennifer Ready, Supervisor of AMM/RMM (507) 457.4560
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Scrooge List
It is season that we decorate our rooms and hang wreaths on our doors. There are some decorating guidelines that have been set forth by Winona Health to ensure the safety of everyone and abide by our fire code regulations. The use of natural (or once-alive) trees and decorations is prohibited inside the Manors. The use of artificial trees, garland and decorations is allowed. The use of candles or any open flame is strictly prohibited. Decorations must NOT be placed in any locations that may: A. block fire exit corridors, doorways and passageways B. obstruct or attach to fire sprinklers C. obstruct or attach to smoke or heat detectors Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! ~Building & Grounds
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Watkins Manor Gallery
Now that Old Man Winter has arrived all outings will be in close proximity to Winona. The 2008 musical entertainment is booking up fast. Please share any special requests with Jake. Congratulations to November’s exercise punch winner, Iris!
Memory Care Gallery
(l) Lois, JoAnn, Jane, Margaret, Jenni and Ray toured the Fantasy of Trees in the Great Hall at Watkins.
(l) LeAnn and Rueben share a dessert drink on a supper outing.
(l) Although we had some van rides to view the fall foliage we didn’t have to travel further than the front yard.
Next Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group Wednesday, December 12th at 6:00 p.m. CMH - Parkview Conference Room This month: Open Discussion For more info. contact Cheryl Krage at 494.7496
Winona Health is proud of its 113-year tradition of serving the healthcare needs of the Winona regional community. We are a nonprofit, integrated healthcare system which includes the affiliates listed on the front.