Events
Food and Nutrition
Importance of Protein
September Korean Thanksgiving Celebration Sept. 17 at 2:30pm Annual National Grandparent's Day Celebration Friday, Sept. 13
meats – chicken, beef, pork, and fish! Vegetarian proteins include tofu, beans, lentils, seeds and nuts. Generally, 3 oz of cooked meat, poultry, or fish (about the size of a deck of playing cards) has 21 grams of protein. Also, ½ cup of beans or lentils and one tablespoon of peanut butter or other nut butter has 7 grams of protein. Don’t forget to ask your unit dietitian if you want to discuss your needs. The dietitian team is always here to support your healthy eating!
You may hear that eating plenty of protein is the key to healthy aging if you are an older adult. You may experience muscle weakness or wasting without adequate protein, resulting in unexpected weight loss, frequent falls, delayed wound healing, and malnutrition. Older adults generally need 1.0-1.2 g of protein per every 1 kilogram of body weight. So how can you meet the needs? The answer is “FROM YOUR MEAL.” Many food items have protein, such as
September Birthday Celebration Friday, Sept.6, Auditorium
Resident Council Meeting Sept. 25th at 2:30pm October Annual Autumn Formal Dinner Oct. 16 at 5pm, Auditorium
Resident Council Meeting Oct. 23rd at 2:30pm, Auditorium
Annual Halloween Party and Pumpkin Contest Oct. 31. at 2:30pm, Auditorium November Tribute to Veteran’s Day Celebration Monday, Nov. 11, 2:30pm Auditorium
November Birthday Party Friday, Nov. 1, 2:30pm, Auditorium
Hand Hygiene: Clean Hands Save Lives!
Resident Council Meeting Nov. 14 at 2:30pm, Auditorium December Resident Council Meeting Thursday, Dec. 12 at 2:30pm, Auditorium
Hand hygiene is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of infections in hospitals. Washing with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer significantly reduces the number of germs on hands. Consistent and proper hand hygiene is crucial for creating a safe environment for patients, residents, visitors, and staff. Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use soap and water when your hands are soiled, before eating, and after using the restroom. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are a quick and convenient alternative. If using sanitizer, apply enough to cover all hand surfaces and rub your hands together briskly until dry.
Resident Holiday Party, Friday, Dec. 13, at 2:30pm, Auditorium
The resident holiday party on the units is scheduled for TBA. Please refer to the activity calendar. Resident New Year's Eve Holiday Party Tues., Dec. 31 at 2:30pm, Auditorium
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