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AALHA NEWS
News and Information for the Caregiving Industry

     October, 2010                                                                                           Volume 1 Issue 5
In This Issue
Tip of the Month
New Members
Home of the Month
Meeting Recap
Annual Golf Tournament
Meetings and Events

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Tip of the Month
 
When my Mother needed a shower I would say to her, "Mom, you wanted me to remind you to take a shower this morning." It worked every time. I used it in other ways, too. It made her feel like it was her idea or decision.

Try this same technique with your residents.  It can work for all kinds of things, not just showers
Tip from Caregiver.com and credit goes to Myra Wells of Ypsilanti, MI.

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If you have a tip that can be used by your fellow operators, send it along to us and we will give you all the credit!
 
New Members
 
There were a number of guests at out last meeting and several of them have also joined, or plan to do so in the near future.  A big thanks to Megan Conner of Sunwest Pharmacy and Regina Knight of Triad clinic for you efforts in bringing guests to see what we're all about.

Welcome to the following new members.  Please support them!

Care Home:

Arizona Shining Star Adult Care Home
Tarlika Patel
5402 E. Verde Lane
Phoenix 85018
480-235-5335
tvpatel777@aol.com
 
Associates:

Eagle Plumbing and Air Conditioning
Nikki Spalling
613 S. Marina Dr.
Gilbert 85233
480-659-4942
nikki@eagleplumbing.net
 
Mobile Dentistry of Arizona
Ann Benson
2733 N. Power Rd., #102-449
Mesa 85215
480-313-3310
abenson@mobiledentistryofaz.com
Greetings!   
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AALHA Home of the Month

Scotrtsdale Casa de Paradise

Congratulations to Scottsdale Casa de Paradise, our AALHA home of the month for August. 
 
Lynne Rone is the owner and operator and says "Scottsdale Casa de Paradise is privately owned and operated, which enables us to be more personally involved with our residents and their families. We are located on two acres in a private, wooded setting, just minutes from Historic Downtown Scottsdale and close to many fun activities for our residents to enjoy."
"Our home is a beautiful, resort-styled Assisted Living Community, ready to provide your loved one with the care they need. We take pride in providing a "homelike" environment for our residents, offering all the amenities of home with the added benefit of having members of our friendly, caring staff at hand 24 hours a day."
 
Scottsdale Casa de Paradise, 7125 E. Paradise Dr, Scottsdale AZ 85254, 480-483-1492
September Meeting Recap   
 
The September Monthly Forum and Annual Meeting was held at Sunwest Pharmacy in Phoenix on Wednesday,September 29th.  It was at this meeting that we elected a new board. 
 
Meet your new Board of Directors!
 
Executive Committee:
  • President - Ken Denton
  • President Elect - Joanna Mitchell
  • Secretary - Deborah Kopp
  • Treasurer - Daniela Cosma
 
Directors at Large:
  • Beverly Jasuta
  • Monique Lorimer
  • Sandy Klein
  • Daisy Urrea
  • Steve Friedland
  • Rick Wandrych
  • Paul Benedetti
  • Megan Conner
  • Steve Laughery
 In addition to the election formalities, we held a mixer where we all had the opportunity to meet and visit with each other.  Food was provided by Eagle Plumbing and Larry March and was enjoyed by all.  Thank you Larry for your support.
 
Our meeting sponsor was Karen Zeller of the Activity Source who also provided the door prize.  Thanks to you as well Karen.
 
Next months meeting will be held on October 27th, also at Sunwest Pharmacy.  The new board will be presenting the plan for what we hope to accomplish during the coming year.  The board asks that you please attend if at all possible.
AALHA's Annual Golf Tournament 
 
Our "Teein' it up for Seniors" golf tournament at the Legacy Golf Resort on September 22, 2010 is in the record books.  According to the feedback we have received, all who participated in any way had a great time.  
Meetings and Events
 
You can find information on upcoming AALHA meetings and other meetings and events that may be of interest to you by visiting  AALHA's Calendar.
Thank you for reading our newsletter.  If you own an assisted Living Home, or know someone who does; or if you provide goods or services to the industry, you should be a member.  We have now pro-rated our dues so it's easier for you to join, even in the middle of the year.  Come help us to become great!  More information at aalha.com.