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The Episcopal Home

Puts the "personal" in personal care

A Milestone Birthday

There are more than 70,000 people over 100 years old in the United States.

One of them is a much-loved member of our Episcopal Home Family.

"A lot of things have changed over the years - too many things for me to remember."

Winifred Naugle recently celebrated her 100th birthday, with EH staff, family, and friends in attendance.

One of six siblings, she recalls that she had a "pretty good childhood." She remembers that her parents "worked hard and took good care of us." Winnie and her husband, Marshall, were married for 70 years and raised three daughters.

Winnie's secret to longevity is "my faith in God, my family and my friends."

Age 3

Age 16

Age 26

According to our staff, Winnie is:

" A feisty lady who tells it like it is...loves to do word puzzles...is concerned about others...gives the best hugs...shows us

love and appreciation."

" Winnie loves life and is an inspiration to everyone who knows her. Her positive attitude is contagious, and she is an encouragement to her family, visitors, staff, and residents at the Home.

She attributes her long life to her faith and hard work. She has her personal devotions every day, and tells all of us that she loves us and prays for us.

As Winnie leaves the dining room, she stops at tables and talks to other residents while holding their hand. They appreciate her 'little visits.' It adds much to their day, and to hers as well." - Vivian Carbaugh, Activities Director

From Winnie's daughter, Carole:

"She's a tough lady! She survived a war with rationed supplies and two small children while Dad was overseas. She has always had a strong faith and professed it freely. We always knew she was there when we needed her."

Winnie enjoyed a surprise birthday visit

from her grandson from Arizona. Other

family members, friends, and residents

were on hand to help celebrate.

Resident:

Mary S. - April 28

Staff:

Tamey Zeigler - April 14

April 8: Free Concert at Shippensburg University - 3PM

April 14: Women at the Well Visit - 10AM

April 22: Free Orchestra Concert at Shippensburg University - 3PM

April 26: Dr. Jurgenson - Music - 1:30PM

April 27: Baking Club - 2PM

We Have A New Logo!

Thanks to Drew Dorgan and her marketing team at Howard Miller Associates in Lancaster, we have a new logo. Drew's creative team is working on all sorts of ways to spread the word that our Episcopal Home is a great place to live for seniors who need a little extra help in their daily lives. Look for the ads they have created for us on Facebook and the web.

Remember, being elderly does not always signify a need

for help.

One of the most frequent questions I am asked is, "How do I know when to talk to my parents about what help they might need?"

Since we are all individuals, there is no one answer to this question. My first response is usually to ask, "Have you talked to your parents?" How the parents feel and think is essential to the process. Sometimes, a parent is just waiting to be asked. Also crucial - if you want a parent to agree to your help, involve them in the decision making process.

Possible reasons for concern:

Falls

Impaired cognition

Incontinence

Confusion

Forgetfulness

Our Staff Cares

To our staff, caring for our residents doesn't stop at the end of their work day. They also share their time and talents with their Episcopal Home family during non-working hours.

Kay Fauver, one of our LPNs, is a talented crafter. She teaches card making classes in her home. Recently, she volunteered to work with residents on a card making activity.