Finding blessings out of our challenges is what we're about.
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The biggest blessing was the overwhelming support from
volunteers, community sponsors and continuous donations.
Quiet Oaks could not fulfill our mission without each and everyone of you!
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2021 is our "Better Together" year,
making a difference in our community...TOGETHER!
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A special thank you to Jean Didier for helping to organize the Stearns County Master Gardeners who have dedicated many hours in hot temperatures to a labor of love. The gardens are looking amazing!
We are also grateful to the MN Woodcarvers Association for taking on the upkeep of one of our gardens in memory of Pam Witte.
#BetterTogether
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DeZurik Volunteers
A GIANT Thank You to the crew of volunteers from Dezurik for volunteering in the extremely hot weather! We appreciate all the yard work you did outside and the baking of cookies for our upcoming Golf Classic. While it was hot enough to bake the cookies outside, they chose to use the oven inside the cottage. If you would like to bring your corporate group out to get involved and learn more about hospice, please contact Kristin Darnall at kdarnall@quietoakshospicehouse.org
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As hospice providers we have the honor of journeying along folks at a most poignant time - for both residents who are facing their final days as well as their families who prepare to say goodbye.
We are blessed to witness the power of these moments as residents connect to their loved ones in their final days. With the beautiful gift of photography art, we are able to assist families in capturing those last heart held moments of holding hands, before departing ways....until they meet again.
Those hands tell many stories, provide many memories and help to bring about healing. Thank you to the Central Minnesota Arts Board for providing funding allowing us to continue offering this important gift of photography through our Heart Held Hands program.
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Quiet Oaks
Appreciation BBQ
Quiet Oaks had an Appreciation BBQ for volunteers, staff and board members. A special thank you to Jack & Jim for grilling and Dean M. Rosenberg & Adam Herron (Two for the Show) for the entertainment!
BONUS: DOUG GOT HIS MUCH DESIRED SKID LOADER! A very generous donation from a the Gerald "Jerry" Sonnen family. What a great day it was!
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St. Cloud Scheels Worldwide Day of Giving-
LAST DAY TO VOTE, SO VOTE NOW!!!
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It's that time again!
One of Scheel's missions is to do good in our communities. We are asking for your help in distributing some of our community donations to help local non-profits.
Starting June 15th, St. Cloud SCHEELS is excited to ask for your help in distributing $15,000 to local nonprofit organizations. We will be giving away FOUR $2,500 winners, and ONE $5,000 winner! Please nominate your favorite local charity below. The link will be active until June 30th.
ANSWER FOR TYPE OF ORGANIZATION
IS OTHER AND ENTER HOSPICE
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Krystal Ripplinger,
RN
Hometown: Born and raised in Upsala, MN- moved to St.Cloud in 2009 for college- currently live in Saint Augusta.
Family: I have an 8yr old daughter Rylee, Fiancé Ryan, Two dogs - Gunnar our 10mo goldendoodle and Geno our 9yr old French Bulldog
Hobbies: I love being outside in the sunshine, playing board/ card games with my daughter, cooking / baking, and hanging out with family and friends, attending church with my family.
My why: I have always had a place in my heart for hospice care through my years of working in healthcare and seeing family/friends struggle through end of life. There was that wish that there would have been more resources in those times. I found Quiet Oaks while writing a Mission report prior to graduating with my RN and immediately knew this is where I wanted to be. After working a few other positions over the years and still having that pull on my heart, I was blessed with the opportunity to accept a position out at Quiet Oaks. Walking in the door you immediately feel like family. The staff and volunteers are all so caring and welcoming. Being able to provide specialized and direct care to our residents in such precious and vulnerable times in their journey is such a humbling honor to experience. Quiet Oaks really feels like a little piece of heaven tucked away.
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Judy Goering (on left), Volunteer
Hometown: St Cloud, MN
Family: I live with my sister Suzanne and our two dogs, Tigger and Simba.
Hobbies: Photography, fishing, cooking - not baking, canning, life at the seasonal.
My Why: I love being a part of the Quiet Oaks family! Every second of life is precious and I love helping families capture memories they may otherwise miss out on. God has wired me to connect to people in a very short amount of time, and I am so blessed by the moments I have been allowed to journey with others in their time at the house.
HUGE THANK YOU TO JUDY WHO DOES ALL OUR HEART HELD HANDS AND EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY!
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Although we're limiting people in the house right now, please don't hesitate to fill out a volunteer application. We have begun to resume some limited attendance volunteer orientations and would be happy to get you on board! #BetterTogether
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THANK YOU TO OUR
GOLF CLASSIC SPONSORS
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There are three options for
releasing your butterflies this year.
1. Pick up butterflies at Quiet Oaks from 11am-12noon
and release in the place of your choice.
2. Pick up butterflies at Munsinger Gardens from
2:00pm-2:25pm and join us for a group release at 2:30.
Music in the park from Dennis Warner and the D’s, will begin at 3:00pm.
3. Have Quiet Oaks release your butterflies for you in the Gardens.
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We are seeking sponsorships for Autumn Reflections!
If interested in this opportunity, please contact
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BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES |
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The Quiet Oaks Fellowship for all is for anyone who is grieving and wants to learn more about grief in their own personal journey.
Each of these meetings will feature a guest speaker related to grief and/or loss.
These meetings will be happening via Zoom the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
#BetterTogether
We will not be having a meeting in July,
but watch for updates for the August Quiet Oaks Fellowship
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Guy Talk is a fellowship support group for guys. It takes place the 2nd Saturday of each month with food following.
Call if you have any questions, (320)255-5433.
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Stronger by Nature:
A Grief Support Opportunity for Young Women
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Quiet Oaks recently received a grant to fund a 1-year program to support young women who are grieving the loss of a loved one. The program is limited to 8 young women, ages 13-18, and includes weekly small group meetings, monthly service at Quiet Oaks and quarterly retreats with seasonal rituals of remembrance.
Please contact AnnElise Bergstrom at aebergstrom27@gmail.com if you would like to know more or if you have a young woman in mind who could benefit from this support. We hope to start as soon as possible.
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Quiet Oaks has their very own tea blend,
custom made by Spice of Life Tea Shop.
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Now available at the Spice of Life Tea
shop located downtown St. Cloud.
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$25 suggested donation gets you 2 oz. of loose leaf tea in a reusable tin, paired with a Quiet Oaks mug for a cozy,
calming gift for yourself or a loved one. $11 of each transaction supports Quiet Oaks Hospice House Compassionate Care.
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SUPPORT QUIET OAKS WHILE YOU SHOP |
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If your looking for items to purchase for Quiet Oaks, check out the Target Wish List for some household items that Quiet Oaks uses frequently.
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Click on Link to purchase products.
Proceeds to benefit
Quiet Oaks Hospice House.
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QUIET OAKS HOSPICE HOUSE VIRTUAL TOUR |
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To view tour, click on the button below and use your cursor or your finger to
click on the white circles. Each circle will lead you through the house. ENJOY!
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Q: How are false teeth like stars?
A: They only come out at night!
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Safety for our residents, families, staff and volunteers is our first priority and we just wanted to let everyone know that Quiet Oaks is taking all the recommended CDC precautions to keep everyone safe. We will continue to follow all CDC recommendations and will integrate all measures as needed. Please see below for current COVID visiting hours. |
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We're now allowing family members to visit their loved ones at Quiet Oaks between the hours of
10:00am until 6:00pm. You will be screened at the front door prior to entering the house.
Window visiting hours remain the same
time from 10:00am until 6:00pm.
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Linda Allen, Executive Director
(320)255-5433, ext 11
Ginny Green, Director of Nursing
(320)255-5433, ext 28
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