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Theme of the Month:

In the month of March we will travel to Ireland and explore all that thisunique country has to offer. Residents who have been to Ireland areencouraged to share their personal travel experiences, while residents whohave never visited will get to explore the country for the first time. Residentswill have the opportunity to join in activities centered around the history ofthe country, while learning about Irish foods and traditions. For themerelated programs see the activities highlighted in green on our monthlycalendar. Join us in celebrating… Ireland

March 2017

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1075 Fulton Ave., Sacramento, CA 95825 916.971.4800 License# 347002787 www.carltonseniorliving.com

Memory CornerA Support Guide for Caregivers

By Ava M. Stinnett

Whether it happens gradually or overnight, there’s a distinct possibility that one day youwill become a caregiver for a loved one. It may be for a parent, a spouse, or even one ofyour children. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving, there are over 65 millionunpaid caregivers of adults aged 65 and older in the United States. Often, there's verylittle preparation for the daily challenges that caregivers face.

There are numerous city and state education programs and services to address theneeds of those who provide long-term care for loved ones at home. You’ll also find manywonderful books that address the topic of caregiving. But what about those times whenyou need to talk to someone who is traveling a parallel journey, another caregiver whocan offer not just a sympathetic ear, but a possible solution to a challenge? A supportgroup may be the perfect solution.•Carlton Senior Living offers a Dementia SupportGroup at each of our communities that offer Memory Care. The support group isdesigned to facilitate discussion about each persons personal journey with dementia,while providing valuable information about the disease progression.

Perhaps what is most helpful in these communities is an open forum for the types ofquestions, comments, and emotional support that one may not find in a best-sellingbook. For example, practical questions, such as how to manage doctor’s appointments,insurance paperwork, and how to take time off work are addressed. But there are alsovery poignant and soul-searching topics, such as:

· “I miss my mom, even though she’s sitting next to me.”· “How do I tell my husband that I’ve decided to have someone come in for a few

hours a day while I'm at work? I’m exhausted and could really use some help but Idon’t want to upset him.”

· “My mom is receiving birthday cards from friends who may not be aware of herAlzheimer’s diagnosis. Should I let them know and if so, how?”

· “My dad seems lonely and fearful and follows me from room to room. I’ve assuredhim that he’s safe and that I’ll always be here. How do I deal with the resentmentthat’s building because other family members aren’t here to help out?”

Sometimes, just knowing that you’re not alone is all it takes to stay the course. Reachout to the Memory Care Director in your community for information about the nextscheduled Dementia Support Group.

Sources:Brackey, J. (2016). Creating moments of joy along the Alzheimer’s journey: A guide for families and caregivers (5th ed.). West Lafay-

ette, IN: Purdue University Press.Mace, N.L., & Rabins, P.V. (2012). The 36-hour day: A family guide to caring for people who have Alzheimer disease, related

dementias, and memory loss. New York: Grand Central Publishing.Scot, P.S. (2014). Surviving Alzheimer’s: Practical tips and soul-saving wisdom for caregivers. San Francisco: Eva-Birch Media.

The Alzheimer’s Association (http://m.alz.org/support-groups.asp)Eldercare Locator (www.eldercare.gov)

The Family Caregiver Alliance (https://www.caregiver.org/support-groups)A Place for Mom (http://www.aplaceformom.com/)

Carlton Plaza Management Team

Manny Dirar Yuvi Diaz Denise Rodrigues Sierra PenfoldAssociate Director Resident Services PC Manager Resident Liaison

Lisa Schumann Amanda Friedman Ana Cardenas Brittany Won Luke WiltshireExecutive Director Retirement Counselors Med Manager MC PC Manager

Shantel Koehler Jess Beck DJ Banar Chef MJDining Room Memory Care Manager Plant Operations Michael Jackson

MarchBirthdays

Walter Kraatz March 11th

Walter Dornan March 29th

Yanet Ramirez March 4th

Carlos Andrade March 7th

Faith Musa March 14th

Hillary Tran March 21st

Joseph Nyaga March 23rd

Thursday, March 2

Saturday, March 4

Friday, March 3

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Advice Corner (LR)11:00 Exercise with Allison (LR)

1:15 Fred Edano (LR)2:15 Music with Liz (LR)3:30 Courtyard Stroll (AL)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Creative Colors (LR)11:30 Horseshoes (LR)

1:15 Book Club (LR)2:30 Happy Hour (DR)3:30 Oreo Coins (LR)

7:00 Friday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Morning Stretch (LR)10:00 A World of Limericks (LR)11:00 Sing Fit (TV)

1:15 Movie Matinee (TV)2:30 Shamrock Shakes (DR)3:30 Balloon Toss (LR)4:00 Music with John & Jack (LR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:00 Current Events (LR)10:30 Art with Melissa Sackman(LR)

1:30 Jerry Lopes (LR)2:30 Ball Toss (LR)3:30 Irish Music Bonanza (DR)6:30 Wednesday Night Movie (TV)

Wednesday, March 1 Activity KeyLR= Living RoomDR= Dining RoomP= Memory Care PatioTV= TV RoomAL= Assisted LivingCY= Courtyard

ADVICE CORNER

“How much do you eat?”“You don’t have to eat too

much!”“Make sure you eat enoughand don’t starve yourself.”

“Exercise more!”“Get up out of the chair and

do something about it!”“Lots of Walking.”

Sunday, March 5

Tuesday, March 7 Saturday, March 11

Wednesday, March 8

Monday, March 6 Friday, March 10

9:45 Chair Yoga (LR)10:30 Current Events (LR)11:00 Peaceful Meditation (DR)

1:15 Creative Colors (LR)2:00 Movie Matinee (TV)3:30 Ciprian Mihutz (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Rainbow Art (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR)

1:15 Shamrock Pretzels (DR)2:00 Manicures (DR)3:00 Sing-A-Long (LR)6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Creative Colors (LR)11:30 Guess the Celebrity (LR)

1:15 Superstitions (LR)2:00 Happy Hour (DR)3:00 Marvin Ulvild (LR)6:30 Friday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Ball Toss (LR)10:30 Book Club (LR)11:00 Sing Fit (DR)

1:15 One on One’s (LR)2:00 River Dance (TV)3:00 Movie Matinee (TV)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00-12:00 Art with Allison (LR)11:00 On this Day in History (DR)

1:15 Visit Ireland(DR)2:30 SingFit - (LR)3:30 Potato Basketball (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Snake Craft (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR)

1:15 Time Slips (TV)2:30 Courtyard Stroll (AL)3:30 Sing-Fit (DR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:00 Current Events (LR)10:30 Art with Melissa Sackman (LR)

1:15 Bowling (LR)2:30 Ball Toss (LR)3:30 SingFit (TV)6:30 Wednesday Night Movie (TV)

Thursday, March 9

RSVP with the Front Deskat (916) 971-4800

Sunday, March 12 Thursday, March 16

Tuesday, March 14

Monday, March 13 Friday, March 17 Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Saturday, March 18

9:45 Chair Yoga (LR)10:30 Current Events (LR)11:00 Peaceful Meditation (DR)11:00 Spring Brunch (AL-DR)

1:15 Creative Colors (DR)2:00 Fellowship and Communion (LR)3:00 Ciprian Mihut (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Famous Irish Celebrities (TV)11:15 Current Events (DR)

1:15 Skip Morgan (LR)2:00 Manicures (DR)3:00 Ciprian Mihutz (LR)6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00-12:00 Art with Allison (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR)

1:30 Jerry Lopes (LR)2:30 A Breath of Fresh Air (CY)3:30 Sing-Fit (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Name 10 (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR)

1:15 Time Slips (TV)2:30 Courtyard Stroll (AL)3:30 Sing-Fit (TV)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Morning Stretch (LR)10:30 Taste the Rainbow (LR)11:00 Sing-Fit (TV)

1:15 Movie Matinee (TV)2:30 Creative Colors (LR)3:30 Tic Tac Toe (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

Wednesday March 159:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)

10:00 Current Events (LR)10:30 Art with Melissa Sackman (LR)

1:15 Guinness Creations (LR)2:30 On this Day - In the Charts (LR)3:30 Scenic Drive5:00 Candle Light Dinner (DR)

Don’t Forget to RSVP for

Candlelight Dinner

On Wednesday

March 15th at 5:00 p.m

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Creative Colors (LR)11:30 Scavenger Hunt (CY)

1:15 Rainbow Fruit Salad (LR)2:30 Happy Hour (DR)

3:30 St Patrick’s Day Party (TV)6:30 Friday Night Movie (TV)

Sunday, March 19

Monday, March 20

Tuesday, March 21

Wednesday, March 22

Monday, August 29

Thursday, March 23

Friday, March 24

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00-12:00 Art with Allison (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR)

1:15 Jello Shots - The Irish Way (DR)2:30 Creative Colors (DR)3:30 Sing Fit (TV)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Trivia (DR)11:15 Current Events (DR)

1:15 Lynell Heaps (LR)2:00 Popcorn Social (DR)3:00 Potato Heads (DR)6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Chair Yoga (LR)10:00-12:00 Art with Allison (LR)11:00 Peaceful Meditation (DR)

1:15 Coloring (LR)2:00 Puzzle Mania (DR)3:00 Ciprian Mihut (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 DIY Pot of Gold (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR)

1:15 Time-Slips (LR)2:30 Courtyard Stroll (AL)3:30 Sing -Fit (TV)6:30 Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:00 Creative Colors (LR)11:00 Horseshoes (LR)

1:30 Ciprian Mihutz (LR)2:30 Happy Hour (DR)3:30 Girl Scout Cookies (LR)7:00 Friday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Art with Melissa Sackman (LR)

1:15 (LR)2:30 Leprechaun Hat Creations (DR)3:30 National Crepe Day Social (DR)6:30 Wednesday Night Movie (TV)

Saturday, March 259:45 Morning Stretch (LR)

10:30 A Touch of Green… (CY)11:00 Sing-Fit (TV)

1:15 Movie Matinee (TV)2:30 Creative Colors (LR)3:30 Balloon Toss (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

Activity KeyLR= Living RoomDR= Dining RoomP= Memory Care PatioTV= TV RoomAL= Assisted LivingCY= Courtyard

Sunday, March 27

Monday, March 28

Sunday, March 26 Thursday, March 30

Tuesday, March 28

Monday, March 27 Friday, March 31

9:45 Chair Yoga (LR)10:30 Current Events (LR)11:00 Peaceful Meditation (DR)

1:15 Creative Colors (DR)2:00 Fellowship and Communion (LR)3:00 Ciprian Mihut (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Love is in the Air (LR)11:15 Current Events (DR)

1:15 Skip Morgan (LR)2:00 Manicures (DR)3:00 Ciprian Mihut (LR)6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00-12:00 Art with Allison (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR)

1:30 Jerry Lopes (LR)2:30 The Sounds of Ireland (LR)3:30 Sing-Fit (LR)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Irish Blessings (LR)11:00 Drum Circle (LR)

1:15 Time Slips (TV)2:30 Courtyard Stroll (AL)3:30 Sing-Fit (TV)6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Creative Colors (LR)11:30 Celebrity Corner (LR)

1:15 Lucky Charm Gift Basket (LR)2:30 Happy Hour (DR)3:30 A Day at the Museum (TV)6:30 Friday Night Movie (TV)

Wednesday March 299:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)

10:00 Current Events (LR)10:30 Art with Melissa Sackman (LR)

1:15 Bingo Mania (LR)2:30 Hand Painting Rainbows (LR)3:30 The World of Music (LR)

Theme Activities

Rainbow ArtScavenger Hunt

Shamrock Shake CreationsThe Sounds of Ireland

Snake craftsIrish Jello Shots

Potato BasketballRiver Dance

DIY Pot of GoldGuinness Creations

Lucky Charm Gift BasketsVisit Ireland

Rainbow Fruit SaladLeprechaun Hat making Limericks

Shamrock PretzelsGreen fingernail manicures

Irish BlessingsIrish Music Bonanza

Was born on December 18th 1997 in Sacramento.She graduated from North Area High School

and afterwards has begun taking prerequisites forher LVN certification.

She joined ‘Memory Care’ because of theenjoyment she gains from working with people who

need the help, care and support.Her hobbies include visiting Art Museums,

playing sports and volunteering at hospitals.She enjoys spending quality time with her family

as much as possible.Her favorite quote to live by is:

Was born on August 7th, 1936 in Grass Valley,California.

After High School she became Miss Nevada Cityand afterwards became a professional model and

dance teacher. Later she worked for her daughter atan Insurance Agency. She is a mother of two

children and has four grandchildren and recentlybecame a great grandmother.

She enjoys music and loves to dance and sing, whichis her passion - she even knows how to play the

piano!

Join us for ourSt. Patrick’s Day

Candlelight Dinner onWednesday March 15th

at 5:00 p.m.

Dear Resident, Families, and Friends,

Can you believe we are already in March. Where does the time go? I don't know about you, but I am prettyexcited to see March here, that means Spring is right around the corner. Hopefully with Spring coming the

rain will go away. I know we needed the rain, but enough is enough. I look forward to waking up to the brightblue skies and the sun shinning all day long.

March is one of my favorite months here at Carlton. It's the month I celebrate my anniversary with CarltonSenior Living. March 1st I will be celebrating 12 years as the Executive Director in Sacramento. Upon my

reflection of my time spent with Carlton Senior Living I am reminded how truly fortunate I am to spend mydays at this community. I have the wonderful privilege to come to work everyday with some of the best staffin the business. Where would we be without them? I shudder to think. And in turn, what good is exceptionalstaff, without exceptional residents to care for. I have said it before, and I will say it again, we have awesomeresidents. I remain in awe of our residents everyday. They are all so giving, and excepting of new residents.They want fulfilling lives and they live their lives to the fullest. I’m always impressed with the community’svibrancy. It’s a pleasure to see residents enjoying themselves in different activities, making new friends, and

on a daily basis. I believe we have the best residents in town. I’m always greeted with a warm smile, so I can’thelp but admire our resident’s zest for life. I am blessed to call Carlton Senior Living my home away from

home.

I’m truly honored to be part of the Carlton family. As the Executive Director, I’m here to serve you, so you’llfind my door is open to residents, families, visitors, and staff. Please come by for a visit. If we haven't met I

would love to meet you.

Enjoy the spring weather, enjoy our fabulous staff, and most important, enjoy your life daily.Warmest Regards,

Lisa Schumann, Executive Director

MC NOC PC Aide

Cook

AL PM PC Aide

Director of Resident Services (Enhanced)

Associate Director

Retirement Counselor

Personal Expressions Driver

Medication Technician

Director of Memory Care

ATTENTION ALL FAMILIES

WE ARE LOOKING TO RECEIVE SUBMISSIONS OF OUR RESIDENTS

AMAZING COOKING & BAKING DISHES IN THE HOPES OF CREATING

A BOOK TO CELEBRATE THE MEALS, THE TRADITIONS SURROUNDING THEM

AND THE WONDERFUL PEOPLE WHO CREATED THEM SO THAT ONEDAY OTHERS MAY CREATE NEW MEMORIES TO ENJOY!

A CARLTON SENIOR LIVING COOKBOOK.

Local Produce report is in.... crops are beginning to be harvested for Delta Asparagus.Although we have been utilizing California Asparagus, local tender Delta Asparagus will be aphenomenal accentuate to our menus. Unfortunately in the same report, Avocado crops are

50% behind in growth. This will mean less frequent use of Avocado in spring menus.However, on the bright side we are seeing the sun and the crops for local greens, fruits, and

vegetables are now on track for late spring and summer harvest.

New to the kitchen, we are seeing a soon change to our Alternate Menu. Yes, the left sidemenu will be changing soon. Currently all Chefs, within our 11 properties, are

getting together to help standardize our All Day Menu. I ask that you submit suggestionsand ideas to help me petition for what our resident want. I know several residents have

specified items they miss, and items they want to see, but please start bringing yoursuggestions to our comment cards.

I look forward to the sunshine, and this upcoming month; and hope all of us stay healthy,hungry, and eager for opportunities to have fun. Please continue filling out comment cards,and join us for the Food Committee to voice any opportunities that my staff and I can makebetter. If you have any recipes, ideas, or suggestions - feel free to drop them by the dining

room, front desk, or email me at mjackson@carltonseniorliving.com.

UC Berkeley Study on Fall PreventionSystems for Memory Care

In the event of a fall, staff will beable to review the footage of the fallto assess possible head injurywhich can be difficult to evaluate indementia care. Existing care policiesat the community will remain inplace to ensure resident safety.

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Our Occupational Therapist willreview falls to assess the cause andgive personalized professionalrecommendations to facilitymanagement. We wish to see if thisreduces the fall rate following an80% reduction in our first pilot.

Your feedback will be used to createa real-time fall detection system. Ouraim is to provide residents with asafe home and caregivers withpeace of mind.

Cameras will be placed inparticipating resident rooms. Theyrequire no active maintenance,record no audio and adhere to strictprivacy standards set by DSSCommunity Care Licensing.

The purpose of this study is1. To record videos of fall events to determine if

personalized recommendations from anoccupational therapist reduces the fall rate

2. To develop computer algorithms for detectingfalls from video.

From video review, a preliminary 80% reduction in thefall rate occurred in our first pilot community which weare now seeking to confirm.

Your community has decided to participate, but yourparticipation is completely voluntary. If you decide toparticipate you will be required to:● Meet with research staff by phone or in person to

discuss the study and provide informed consent● Allow researchers to record fall videos in the

private room of the participant● Meet with research staff once per month by

phone to discuss falls from the previous month.No videos will be shared without your explicitpermission which you may choose to give at theconclusion of the study.

If you and your loved one would like to participate in thestudy, please reach out to the Memory Care Director atyour community for more information. The cameraequipment will be installed in March, and the datacollection will start in April 2017.

By RubyMcDonald

We never cease to be and we never cease to expand (the mind)…the only thing in question is, in THISmoment of expansion, Are you having a joyful moment?” Abraham-Hicks

What I’ve learned in my continuing studies is that God and the Universe is full of positive energy. It isavailable to all of us when we access it with the right attitude along with positive thoughts or words.When we focus on what we want instead of that which we do not want, we are accessing positive,constructive energy. For instance, if we are thirsty and yearning or craving a glass of water, we certainlydo not fill a glass with sand and hope to quench our thirst, do we? No, of course not. We fill the glasswith water and drink. Yet, with most of our desires, prayers, or pleas for change, we fill our “glass withsand.”

We want one thing, but keep asking for the opposite. Many of us really want/need change in our lives butjust can’t figure out why it isn’t happening. For example, when we say, “I’m really worried about - - -“we’ve set up the negative scene, identified our mood, involved more people by telling them about it(complaining), which gives it more negative energy, and rest assured, it is not going to serve you well.

Another way we focus on negative energy is to say or think, “I remember . . .” and when we do that, ifthe memory is not pleasant or positive, we are reactivating everything that happened and giving it newpowerful energy, and it instantly creates a negative mood. We can choose to be happy or sad, positive ornegative. The responsibility is totally ours. For instance, today I had a most painful experience withsomeone and it fired up all the ingredients for me to create a negative mindset and ruin a perfectly goodweekend. I had to decide if I would allow it to effect me or not. My children called to support me andreminded me that manure is best left on the ground. Bless them. And yes, we all need reminders becausewhen we are deep in the midst of misery we tend to forget about using many of the tools we possess.

The good news is that we don’t have to be a “victim” to circumstances or to what others can activatearound us. Now you can collect the tools you need and begin to practice activating the type of positiveenergy that does serve you well. It’s important to remember that we cannot deactivate negative energy,because when we focus on negative energy, it activates negative energy. We will focus on that which ispositive and good. To quote and/or paraphrase Abraham-Hicks, “When you activate positive, constructive,energy on purpose, you change your point of attraction. And when you change your point of attraction,you change what happens to you.” We want to practice activating positive energy so that we can becomegood at creating this positive energy around ourselves and while we practice getting better and better, westart the process of winning. Eventually it will become easy. Take these simple steps to help you developpositive energy:

1. Breaths deeply – focus on your breathing for several minutes and relax. Breath is life.2. Have an attitude of gratitude and appreciation right before you slumber3. In the morning, assume an attitude of “well-being” no matter how you feel.4. Go about your day expecting the best, focusing on well-being and a loving attitude.5. Be intimately aware of the way that you feel - guide your thoughts so that they are positive and

constructive. If things don’t feel right within you, stop and ask yourself what is making you ornery,aggravated, irritable or disappointed about something. Is it because you aren’t getting what youwant? Are you feeling sorry for yourself? Now laugh at yourself and change your thoughts so youcan enjoy your day.

6. At the end of the day, collect all the good thoughts and actions and put them in a pretendGratitude Box – you may want to write them down in a little notebook so that you can look at themoften and see your list grow. That way you’ll be able to watch yourself develop into a more positiveperson, and who knows, some of those wrinkles may disappear along with the negative thoughts youused to carry around. And make it fun and be joyful.