The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living 2300 SE 28 th Street Bentonville Arkansas 72712 479 273 9969 www.TheMeadowsInBentonville.com www.themeadows.smugmug.com The Meadows Monthly The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living Community 2300 SE 28 th St, Bentonville, AR 72712 479 273-9969 www.TheMeadowsInBentonville.com www.themeadows.smugmug.com September 2019 Humans have settled 77% of Earth’s surface, so what places are left unexplored? This September, Wilderness Month, we take a look at the world’s wildest places. Antarctica definitely tops the list of one of the wildest and most remote places on Earth, but few want to go there. For those interested in cold and inaccessible places, far from the touch of civilization, there is the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East. It is Russia’s land of fire and ice, thanks to its proximity to the Arctic and its many volcanoes. It harbors an abundance of wildlife, including brown bears, wolves, reindeer, mountain sheep, whales, sea eagles, and the breeding grounds of the spoon-billed sandpiper. The peninsula was off-limits to outsiders until 1990 due to its strategic importance to Russia’s submarine bases. Papua New Guinea also remains one of the world’s least- explored places. Scientists believe that many of the world’s undiscovered plants and animals live deep within the rugged, inaccessible jungles of the country’s interior. Due to a lack of infrastructure, travel to and around Papua New Guinea is extremely limited. For those looking for an otherworldly experience, there is the barren yet beautiful Atacama Desert of Chile. This high mountain desert gets almost no rainfall. Its 40,000 square miles is covered in salt basins, sand, and lava. In fact, it is so devoid of life that NASA uses it to replicate conditions on Mars. It is so far from light pollution and radio interference that it is one of the best places in the world to spy on the universe, which is why two major observatories have been constructed here. How much longer will such untouched corners of Earth exist? No one knows. But there is still ample time to visit and protect these pristine natural jewels. September Healthy Aging Month Wilderness Month World Alzheimer’s Month Labor Day September 3 Assisted Living Week September 8–14 Grandparents Day September 9 World Alzheimer’s Day September 21 1 st Day of Autumn September 23 Harvest Full Moon September 24 Into the Wild Sudoku Each row, column and square needs to be filled out with the numbers 1-9, without repeating any numbers within the row, column or square.
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The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living
2300 SE 28th Street Bentonville Arkansas 72712
479 273 9969 www.TheMeadowsInBentonville.com
www.themeadows.smugmug.com
The Meadows Monthly The Meadows Independent & Assisted Living Community
2300 SE 28th St, Bentonville, AR 72712 479 273-9969
Humans have settled 77% of Earth’s surface, so what places are left unexplored? This September, Wilderness Month, we take a look at the world’s wildest places.
Antarctica definitely tops the list of one of the wildest and most remote places on Earth, but few want to go there. For those interested in cold and inaccessible places, far from the touch of civilization, there is the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia’s Far East. It is Russia’s land of fire and ice, thanks to its proximity to the Arctic and its many volcanoes. It harbors an abundance of wildlife, including brown bears, wolves, reindeer, mountain sheep, whales, sea eagles, and the breeding grounds of the spoon-billed sandpiper. The peninsula was off-limits to outsiders until 1990 due to its strategic importance to Russia’s submarine bases.
Papua New Guinea also remains one of the world’s least-explored places. Scientists believe that many of the world’s undiscovered plants and animals live deep within the rugged, inaccessible jungles of the country’s interior. Due to a lack of infrastructure, travel to and around Papua New Guinea is extremely limited.
For those looking for an otherworldly experience, there is the barren yet beautiful Atacama Desert of Chile. This high mountain desert gets almost no rainfall. Its 40,000 square miles is covered in salt basins, sand, and lava. In fact, it is so devoid of life that NASA uses it to replicate conditions on Mars. It is so far from light pollution and radio interference that it is one of the best places in the world to spy on the universe, which is why two major observatories have been constructed here.
How much longer will such untouched corners of Earth exist? No one knows. But there is still ample time to visit and protect these pristine natural jewels.
September
Healthy Aging Month
Wilderness
Month
World Alzheimer’s
Month
Labor Day September 3
Assisted Living Week
September 8–14
Grandparents Day
September 9
World Alzheimer’s
Day September 21
1st Day of Autumn
September 23
Harvest Full Moon
September 24
Into the Wild
Sudoku Each row, column and square needs to be filled out with the numbers 1-9, without
repeating any numbers within the row, column or square.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2018 On Saturday, September 7th we will attend the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The event will once again be held at the NWACC campus. Registration is
9:00am with the ceremony at 10:00am Sign up to come and be a part of this worthy event.
Sign up information: Go to alzwalk.org Search for NW Arkansas and “Find Team” look for
“The Meadows” and you will find us there.
September Employee of the Month
Ray Scott Maintenance and Grounds keeping
Ray is so helpful with all of the
problems we encounter around the
building. He helps out with a smile,
always. Thanks for all you do, Ray!
Fun with The Makery NWA On Tuesday August 6th, Ladies from the Makery NWA came and led our
art class! They taught the art of fluid painting or paint pouring. This paining style is enjoyable to people of all ages and abilities. Participants young and young at heart enjoyed getting to be creative and a little bit messy. We hope to be able to enjoy time with the ladies of the Makery
NWA very soon. Look at all of the beautiful art created by our residents and friends!
Looking Back at August
We had so much fun this August and can’t
wait to see what September holds! Join us in all of the fun!!
Monday: Bean Bag Baseball at 2:30pm on 3rd floor. Join us for some fierce competition and lots of fun! Tuesday: Art class will be as usual this week at 3:00pm in the studio wing. We will have a special craft with the help of our own, Megan Cosgrove . Lets tap into our creativity! Wednesday: Wednesday morning we will have an outing to Crystal Bridges in hopes to spark some more creativity in ourselves! Then we will have Bingo as usual with Georgia at 2:30pm on the 3rd Floor! Thursday: At 2:30pm there will be a baking class in the activity room on 3rd floor. Come join the fun, no skills necessary! Friday: Celebrate Assisted living week with us by joining us at a party. Snacks, drinks and lots of fun at 2:30pm in the studio wing! Saturday: 9:30am Farmer’s Market to wrap up our week of creativity! Join us to see local crafts, foods, and produce!
Meadows Happenings…cont… Resident Spotlight
Don Luedtke
On July 8th,1938, Don was born in Racine, Wisconsin to his parents Harold and Margaret Luedtke. He was one of two children along with his sister named Sharon. He remained and was raised in Wisconsin. Some of Don’s favorite memories from childhood included playing softball. Don married his high school sweetheart, Beatrice, or Bea, Naegeli after dating for a few years. They also remained in Wisconsin to raise their 5 children. His children include Don Jr. who lives in South Carolina, Scott, Cheryl, and Todd who are all nearby in NWA, and Laura who remained in Wisconsin. Don and Beatrice enjoyed hunting in their adult years. They hunted deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant and a few elk. Hunting helped put food on the table for 5 growing kids and provided lots of adventures. Most of the traveling the Luedtke family did was for hunting. Don joked “who has leftover money for traveling when raising 5 kids?”
One thing that everyone may not know about Don is that he was the president of the Pest Control Association. He worked for many years in pest control. Don also served in the Guard for 3 years and came out of the military as a Sergeant. A piece of advice that Don would give to those around him is, “Show that you care, and mean it.” Don believes that genuine love and concern for those around you is so important. He mentioned how much he has enjoyed his time at the meadows. Everyone has been so friendly and welcoming to him. We have loved having Don join the meadows family. His kind, gentle spirit brings smiles to all around him!!
Fun Facts
1 million Americans are
currently living in senior living communities.
The typical assisted living resident is an 87 year old female. The female to male ratio within assisted
living facilities is 7:1.
“80 is the new 65”. By 2040, the
population of adults 85+ is expected to
triple due to seniors living more active,
healthy lives.
September Birthdays
Meadows Money Store September 3rd at Have you been saving your meadows money?? Well, now is the time to spend it. We will have toiletries, office supplies, gifts, and snacks all available for
purchase exclusively with Meadows money! The Walk to End Alzheimer’s ~ Saturday, September 7th at 9:00am
This is a great cause and one that has touched many of our lives. Join us on the campus of NWACC for this great event. The ceremony begins at 10:00am with
the walk following. Sign up to join us at alzwalk.org and look for our team. National Assisted Living Week September 8th through 14th.
We will have a week filled with exciting activities for all to participate in. Help us celebrate the awesome community that Assisted Living brings us all!
(Assisted Living week schedule included with newsletter.) Casino Trip September 24th @ 10:30AM
By popular request, we are taking a trip to the Casino. We will eat a buffet lunch and gamble on our trip. Bring money for dinner and if you want to play
games available at casino. See You At The Pole September 25th @ 10:30AM
See You at the Pole is a national event where schools and corporations gather around the flagpole to pray for their communities, leaders, and nation. Join us
for a time of prayer around the flagpole out front!
Marylyn Gailliot 9/21
Staff Birthdays Marisa Atteberry / Administrative
Assistant – Sept. 3rd
Kelly Hunt / L.P.N. September 5th
Sabrina Ham / C.N.A/ Kitchen Sept. 17th
September Birth Month Bird: The Hawk
You are the hero of your own tale! Despite facing many challenges, you consistently rise to the occasion. Your deeds do not go unnoticed, but you loathe to toot your own horn. This strong blend of heroism and humility
makes you much admired both at home and at work. People rely on you and their trust is not misplaced.
Clara Sears 9/22
Meadows Happenings
Marcella Casey 9/18
Sharon Williams 9/23
Keep Up With The Excitement If you are trying to stay up to date on our events and pictures from all of our
activities, “like” and follow us on Facebook and Instagram!