David Eischeid and Mary Kubik (volunteers) are shown hosting “Artwork with David & Mary” (an artwork class) for residents and tenants at the Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue, Iowa, during the midmorning on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
A big Thank You to all the families, friends, residents, tenants, staff, volunteers, churches, businesses, schools, teachers, students, and musicians, who contributed to making our week so enjoyable and memorable for the residents and tenants. Your visits, sharing your gifts and time mean the world to everyone here.
We would like to recognize our amazing volunteers for their continued support and dedication. You truly make a difference! We Thank our volunteers for assisting Activities this week: Rev. Andy Upah (Pastor, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Bellevue, Iowa), Laura and Jr. Steines, Rick Michels, and Maryetta Lampe (Catholic Service); Jill Majerus and Maryetta Lampe (KMAQ Radio Bingo). Bingo: Jane Steines, Jeannie Weber, Laurie Anderson, Lynn Muhlenhaupt, with Joy M. (staff); Kindal Klein, Kayla Blaser, Alison Meier, Courtney Maxwell, Season Kutsch, Lenae Sieverding (Administrator), and Anonymous. Thanks to the faithful Dominoes volunteers: Vincent Schmitt, Merle Kilburg, and Marlyce Tebbe. Thanks to “Above and Beyond” for bringing in 3 sets of 6 bubble tubes and popsicles for the residents and tenants.
Special Thanks to David Eischeid (volunteer art instructor) and Mary Kubik (volunteer assisting Dave) for visiting and hosting “Artwork with David and Mary” (an artwork class), and Laurie Anderson (volunteer assisting the residents) during the morning on Wednesday and helping our small group of resident/tenant art students unlock their art talents with Joy M. (staff).
We are excited to announce Millennium Therapy for providing weekly therapeutic activities to enhance the quality of life by promoting physical health, cognitive function and emotional well-being. Thanks to Kelly O’Donnell (Occupational Therapist) for providing our weekly therapeutic session with the residents exercising during the midmorning on Wednesday, with Theresa S. & Joy M. (staff); and thanks to A.J. Bishop (Physical Therapist) for providing our weekly therapeutic session with the tenants at the Sunrise Villa Assisted Living during the midmorning on Monday.
Thanks to Kindal Klein (Dietary Supervisor) for her assistance with Activities during this past week, etc. Thanks to Linda Bennett for her donation of a wireless boombox to the Activity department. Thanks to Jill Majerus (volunteer) for assisting Activities and the residents during this past week. Thanks to family of Lee Buchanan for their donations of items. Thanks to everyone for their assistance and support with all the “individualized” activities/events during this past week.
The 2025 National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW) theme is “Tapestry of Life”. This theme highlights the unique stories and connections that make up the lives of residents, families, caregivers, and staff in skilled nursing care centers. It celebrates the resilience and strength of everyone involved.
We celebrated “Mother’s Day” with “Music with Kelby” during the noontime on Sunday.
(“There is no role in life that is more essential than that of motherhood.” ? Elder M. Russell Ballard. “Mother is the name for God in the lips and hearts of little children.” ? William Makepeace Thackeray.)
Thanks to Rick Casel (Instructor, BHS) and his class of students who came for a visit and played various games with the residents and tenants during the afternoon, both inside and outside on Monday, sprinkled with games and Root Beer Floats.
On Tuesday, “Flower Arrangements” were made and given to the Nurses (Nursing Department) and all staff in one celebration during the afternoon on Tuesday and Wednesday.
“Outside Porch” was enjoyed throughout the week, with ice cream sundaes being served.
“Springtime Crafts” were created with the residents and tenants during the afternoon on Thursday; followed by outside porch.
Dietary Department staff provided delicious “Shirley Temples” for the staff and residents/tenants enjoy on Thursday.
“Planted Plants in a raised Garden” (an activity) with the residents and tenants blossomed during these past weeks.
For a more comprehensive listing of upcoming activities and events, visit our website: www.MillValleyCareCenter.com. Click on the “Calendar of Events” or “Activity Newsletter” sections for the latest updates and photos. (Note: All activities, events, and times are subject to change without prior notice.) To confirm the scheduling, one may also call: 563-872-5521. One can also find pictures of the “Happenings/Recap” section of our newsletter or on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MillValleyCareSunriseVilla/.
Thank you again for entrusting us with the care of your loved ones and for your support. It is an honor to serve you. Wishing you and yours, safe travels and a happy life.
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