The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living

2300 SE 28th Street Bentonville Arkansas 72712

479 273 9969 www.TheMeadowsInBentonville.com

www.themeadows.smugmug.com

The Meadows Monthly The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living Community

2300 SE 28th St, Bentonville, AR 72712 479 273-9969

www.TheMeadowsInBentonville.com www.themeadows.smugmug.com

September

2019

Humans have settled 77% of Earth’s surface, so what places are left unexplored? This September, Wilderness Month, we take a look at the world’s wildest places.

Antarctica definitely tops the list of one of the wildest and most remote places on Earth, but few want to go there. For those interested in cold and inaccessible places, far from the touch of civilization, there is the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East. It is Russia’s land of fire and ice, thanks to its proximity to the Arctic and its many volcanoes. It harbors an abundance of wildlife, including brown bears, wolves, reindeer, mountain sheep, whales, sea eagles, and the breeding grounds of the spoon-billed sandpiper. The peninsula was off-limits to outsiders until 1990 due to its strategic importance to Russia’s submarine bases.

Papua New Guinea also remains one of the world’s least-explored places. Scientists believe that many of the world’s undiscovered plants and animals live deep within the rugged, inaccessible jungles of the country’s interior. Due to a lack of infrastructure, travel to and around Papua New Guinea is extremely limited.

For those looking for an otherworldly experience, there is the barren yet beautiful Atacama Desert of Chile. This high mountain desert gets almost no rainfall. Its 40,000 square miles is covered in salt basins, sand, and lava. In fact, it is so devoid of life that NASA uses it to replicate conditions on Mars. It is so far from light pollution and radio interference that it is one of the best places in the world to spy on the universe, which is why two major observatories have been constructed here.

How much longer will such untouched corners of Earth exist? No one knows. But there is still ample time to visit and protect these pristine natural jewels.

September

Healthy Aging Month

Wilderness

Month

World Alzheimer’s

Month

Labor Day September 3

Assisted Living Week

September 8–14

Grandparents Day

September 9

World Alzheimer’s

Day September 21

1st Day of Autumn

September 23

Harvest Full Moon

September 24

Into the Wild

Sudoku Each row, column and square needs to be filled out with the numbers 1-9, without

repeating any numbers within the row, column or square.

The Meadows Happenings

Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2018 On Saturday, September 7th we will attend the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The event will once again be held at the NWACC campus. Registration is

9:00am with the ceremony at 10:00am Sign up to come and be a part of this worthy event.

Sign up information: Go to alzwalk.org Search for NW Arkansas and “Find Team” look for

“The Meadows” and you will find us there.

September Employee of the Month

Ray Scott Maintenance and Grounds keeping

Ray is so helpful with all of the

problems we encounter around the

building. He helps out with a smile,

always. Thanks for all you do, Ray!

Fun with The Makery NWA On Tuesday August 6th, Ladies from the Makery NWA came and led our

art class! They taught the art of fluid painting or paint pouring. This paining style is enjoyable to people of all ages and abilities. Participants young and young at heart enjoyed getting to be creative and a little bit messy. We hope to be able to enjoy time with the ladies of the Makery

NWA very soon. Look at all of the beautiful art created by our residents and friends!

Looking Back at August

We had so much fun this August and can’t

wait to see what September holds! Join us in all of the fun!!

Monday: Bean Bag Baseball at 2:30pm on 3rd floor. Join us for some fierce competition and lots of fun! Tuesday: Art class will be as usual this week at 3:00pm in the studio wing. We will have a special craft with the help of our own, Megan Cosgrove . Lets tap into our creativity! Wednesday: Wednesday morning we will have an outing to Crystal Bridges in hopes to spark some more creativity in ourselves! Then we will have Bingo as usual with Georgia at 2:30pm on the 3rd Floor! Thursday: At 2:30pm there will be a baking class in the activity room on 3rd floor. Come join the fun, no skills necessary! Friday: Celebrate Assisted living week with us by joining us at a party. Snacks, drinks and lots of fun at 2:30pm in the studio wing! Saturday: 9:30am Farmer’s Market to wrap up our week of creativity! Join us to see local crafts, foods, and produce!

Meadows Happenings…cont… Resident Spotlight

Don Luedtke

On July 8th,1938, Don was born in Racine, Wisconsin to his parents Harold and Margaret Luedtke. He was one of two children along with his sister named Sharon. He remained and was raised in Wisconsin. Some of Don’s favorite memories from childhood included playing softball. Don married his high school sweetheart, Beatrice, or Bea, Naegeli after dating for a few years. They also remained in Wisconsin to raise their 5 children. His children include Don Jr. who lives in South Carolina, Scott, Cheryl, and Todd who are all nearby in NWA, and Laura who remained in Wisconsin. Don and Beatrice enjoyed hunting in their adult years. They hunted deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant and a few elk. Hunting helped put food on the table for 5 growing kids and provided lots of adventures. Most of the traveling the Luedtke family did was for hunting. Don joked “who has leftover money for traveling when raising 5 kids?”

One thing that everyone may not know about Don is that he was the president of the Pest Control Association. He worked for many years in pest control. Don also served in the Guard for 3 years and came out of the military as a Sergeant. A piece of advice that Don would give to those around him is, “Show that you care, and mean it.” Don believes that genuine love and concern for those around you is so important. He mentioned how much he has enjoyed his time at the meadows. Everyone has been so friendly and welcoming to him. We have loved having Don join the meadows family. His kind, gentle spirit brings smiles to all around him!!

Fun Facts

1 million Americans are

currently living in senior living communities.

The typical assisted living resident is an 87 year old female. The female to male ratio within assisted

living facilities is 7:1.

“80 is the new 65”. By 2040, the

population of adults 85+ is expected to

triple due to seniors living more active,

healthy lives.

September Birthdays

Meadows Money Store September 3rd at Have you been saving your meadows money?? Well, now is the time to spend it. We will have toiletries, office supplies, gifts, and snacks all available for

purchase exclusively with Meadows money! The Walk to End Alzheimer’s ~ Saturday, September 7th at 9:00am

This is a great cause and one that has touched many of our lives. Join us on the campus of NWACC for this great event. The ceremony begins at 10:00am with

the walk following. Sign up to join us at alzwalk.org and look for our team. National Assisted Living Week September 8th through 14th.

We will have a week filled with exciting activities for all to participate in. Help us celebrate the awesome community that Assisted Living brings us all!

(Assisted Living week schedule included with newsletter.) Casino Trip September 24th @ 10:30AM

By popular request, we are taking a trip to the Casino. We will eat a buffet lunch and gamble on our trip. Bring money for dinner and if you want to play

games available at casino. See You At The Pole September 25th @ 10:30AM

See You at the Pole is a national event where schools and corporations gather around the flagpole to pray for their communities, leaders, and nation. Join us

for a time of prayer around the flagpole out front!

Marylyn Gailliot 9/21

Staff Birthdays Marisa Atteberry / Administrative

Assistant – Sept. 3rd

Kelly Hunt / L.P.N. September 5th

Sabrina Ham / C.N.A/ Kitchen Sept. 17th

September Birth Month Bird: The Hawk

You are the hero of your own tale! Despite facing many challenges, you consistently rise to the occasion. Your deeds do not go unnoticed, but you loathe to toot your own horn. This strong blend of heroism and humility

makes you much admired both at home and at work. People rely on you and their trust is not misplaced.

Clara Sears 9/22

Meadows Happenings

Marcella Casey 9/18

Sharon Williams 9/23

Keep Up With The Excitement If you are trying to stay up to date on our events and pictures from all of our

activities, “like” and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

“The Meadows In Bentonville” @the.meadows

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1

2:30pm Church service

2 10:30am Exercise 2:30am Card Games

3

10:30am Bible Study 12:45pm Meadows Money Store 1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 6:30pm Rummikub

4 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Skip-Bo

5 9:45am Wal-Mart 2:30pm Trivial Pursuit 6:30pm Rummikub

6 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Balloon Volleyball 6:30pm Game Night

7

9:00 Alzheimer’s Walk 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Movie

8 2:30pm Church service

9 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Beanbag Baseball 7:00pm Knitting Group

10 10:30am Bible Study 1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 6:30pm Rummikub

11

10:30am Crystal Bridges 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Skip-Bo

12 9:45am Wal-Mart 2:30pm Baking Class 6:30pm Rummikub

13 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Assisted Living Week Party 6:30pm Movie Night

14

9:30am Rogers Farmer’s Market 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Puzzles and Board games

15 2:30pm Church service

16

9:30am Meadows Ambassadors Meeting 10:30am Exercise 2:30 Birthday party

17 10:30am Bible Study 1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 6:30pm Makery $10 Craft Night

18 9:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Skip-Bo

19 9:45am Wal-Mart 2:30pm Decades Movie 5:00pm Olde Tyme Music 6:30pm Rummikub

20 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Resident Council 6:30pm Game Night

21 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Movie

22 1:00 Braum’s Ice Cream 2:30pm Church service

23 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Beanbag Baseball

24 10:30am Bible Study 10:30 Casino 11:00am Blood Pressure Clinic 1:00pm Wal-Mart 3:00pm Art Class 6:30pm Rummikub

25 10:30am See You at the Pole 2:30pm Bingo 6:30pm Skip-Bo

26 9:45am Wal-Mart 2:30pm Movie 6:30pm Rummikub

27 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm 4:45 Dutch Dinner @ Café USA

28

10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Board Games 6:30pm Movie

29 2:30pm Church service

30 10:30am Exercise 2:30pm Balloon Volleyball

Beauty Shop Jean- 244-7585

Contact front desk for transport.

Happy Birthday! Marcella Casey- 9/18

Marylyn Gailliot- 9/21 Clara Sears- 9/22

Sharon Williams- 9/23

ASSISTED LIVING WEEK

BEGINS

Calendar subject to change. Check posted calendars for updates!

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 B-To Order L-Pork Roast D-Club Sandwich

2 B-To Order L-Spaghetti W/Meat Sauce D-Hot Dog

3 B-To Order L-Smothered Pork Chop D-Ranch Chicken

4 B-To Order L-Chicken Fried Steak D-Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

5 B-To Order L-Ham & Beans D-Chicken Pot Pie

6 B-To Order L-Baked Salmon D-Hamburger On Bun

7 B-To Order L-Fried Chicken D-Beef Stew

8 B-To Order L-Herbed Pork Tenderloin D-Tuna Salad Plate

9 B-To Order L-Chicken & Dumpling D-Mushroom Steak

10 B-To Order L-Pork & Vegetable Stir Fry D-Turkey & Dressing

11 B-To Order L-Home-Style Chili D-Swiss Spinach Quiche

12 B-To Order L-Fried Chicken D-Pulled BBQ Pork

13 B-To Order L-Fried Catfish D-Cheeseburger On Bun

14 B-To Order L-Chicken Enchilada D-Turkey & Cheese Sandwich

15 B-To Order L-Roast Beef D-Chicken Spaghetti

16 B-To Order L-Polish Sausage D-Deli Croissant

17 B-To Order L-Rib-Eye Steak D-Cornflake Chicken

18 B-To Order L-Baked Ham D-Sloppy Joe’s

19 B-To Order L-BBQ Chicken D- Grilled Cheese Sandwich

20 B-To Order L- Baked Tilapia D- Macaroni Casserole

21 B-To Order L-Glazed Meatloaf D-Ham & Cheese Sandwich

22 B-To Order L-Roasted Turkey D-Beef Tips In Gravy Over Rice

23 B-To Order L-Taco Salad D-Baked Salmon

24 B-To Order L-Herbed Pork Tenderloin D-Chicken Salad Sandwich

25 B-To Order L-Roasted Beef Brisket D-Egg & Sausage Casserole

26 B-To Order L-Lasagna D-Opened Face Turkey

27 B-To Order L-Baked Trout D-Egg Salad Plate

28 B-To Order L-Hamburger Steak D-Fried Chicken Tenders

29 B-To Order L-Pot Roast D-Home-Made Vegetable Soup

30 B-To Order L-Baked Spaghetti D-Chicken Ala King