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Welcome to the 2024 Spring Edition of the Newsletter! I want to thank everyone for their support in electing me president. As your leader, I will work hard to follow up with any issues and concerns you have. My goal this year is to be very productive for the council with the help and support of your re-elected Vice President, Ms. Joan Staab. I encourage everyone to attend at least one Resident Council meeting, if not all meetings. The meetings are held monthly on the fourth Wednesday at 2:30pm in the Auditorium. Make this one of your New Year resolutions by attending the Resident Council meeting. You get the latest info on what’s happening.
I want to share a little about myself. I am from Paterson, New Jersey. I have been a Bergen New Bridge Medical Center resident since May 2015. I have lived in different units and met a lot of residents throughout the years. I look forward to working with management in LTC to serve you all. You can reach me on Unit 8-9. If not, I will see everyone at future Recreation special events. I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday. The recreation department did not disappoint us in all the events scheduled during the winter months. We are looking for entertaining events in the coming months. Please continue to review your activity calendar for upcoming events for 2024.
Danny Little President of Resident Council
Message from the Vice President of Resident Council
I wanted to thank everyone who voted for me as the Vice President of the Resident Council. I am honored to serve all of you in this capacity for 2024. I can be reache d on Unit 11-5. My door is always open. I will do my job to the best of my abilities. Thank you for your time and support.
Joan Staab Resident Council Vice President
Department Spotlight: Quality and Infection Prevention (continued)
Quick Tips Fall Prevention – Ways to Prevent a Fall. • Be informed about your medications and their side effects. • Report any dizziness or lightheadedness to the nurse • Use assistive devices correctly (walkers, wheelchairs, canes) • Wear appropriate footwear and proper- fitting clothing • Make sure to call for help if it is needed
Make sure to ask questions regarding how you can reduce your risk of falls. • Education materials are available for all residents • Ask hospital staff for educational resources Pressure Injuries Prevention, management, and evaluation of pressure injuries are emphasized here at Bergen New Bridge. We use a multidisciplinary approach to dealing
with pressure injuries to ensure they are treated correctly.
Tips on Avoiding Pressure Injuries • Avoid pressure on any body part • Do not sit upright for extended periods • Do not slide down when seated • Make sure to change positions regularly • Nourish your skin with enough fluid and good nutrition
RESIDENT REFLECTIONS • 2024, ISSUE 1 • PAGE 2 Bergen New Bridge Medical Center • 230 East Ridgewood Avenue • Paramus, NJ 07652 • NewBridgeHealth.org
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