On Monday April 23^rd the Watseka Rehab & Healthcare Center hosted a community volunteer recognition party. Sarah McDaniel, Activity Director welcomed everyone and thanked them all for all they do. Drawings for prizes were done while everyone enjoyed warm cinnamon rolls and fruit. Joey Lesage was the winner of the door prize, certificates were presented to all volunteers.

Volunteer of the year award was given to Liz Thompson,she was given a plaque in her honor. Liz plays the piano, euchre, helps with fundraisers and crafts and anywhere else she can help. Jeff Petersen, Administrator also thanked all of the volunteer’s for all they do for the facility and the Resident’s; they are a very vital part of the facility. Congratulations Liz and to all who attended!

On Saturday April 7th the Staff and Resident’s hosted it’s annual Easter egg hunt on the back lawn. 1000 candy filled eggs were hid in the grass for the community children to hunt. The Easter Bunny stopped by for a visit and pictures the event was a huge success.

 

 

 

 

 

Willow Rose Rehab & Health Care

On Tuesday March 13th, the Courtyard Estates of Bushnell hosted their annual St. Patty’s Dinner.  The menu featured a traditional Irish dinner of corned beef, cabbage, new potatoes, carrots, rolls, and Andes chocolate mint cream pie. Patrons also enjoyed complimentary green beer. We served over 100 people at the gathering, the proceeds from the event will be donated to the B-PC School Foundation. A “BIG” thanks goes out to our cook Linda for her preparation of all the food, all the wait staff who helped in the kitchen & serving, to all the staff who helped with cleaning, setting up & tearing down for the event, and also to our volunteers Beca, Michael, & Don.  We also want to thank the community for your continued support and invite you out to our next event, which will be breakfast with the “Easter Bunny”!

Piper City Rehab & Living Center

Piper City Rehab & Living Center hosted a surprise 44th Wedding Anniversary for Jim & Paulette Harkin on Thursday April 18th.  Jim & Paulette have been bringing the Word of the Lord to our Residents and Staff for almost 2 years.  They hold a service with several Residents and Staff in attendance. Their ministry is located at the Life Church in their hometown of Gilman.  Jim & Paulette have blessed Piper City Rehab in so many ways and we appreciate everything they do for us.  Happy Anniversary & We Love You!

 

 

 

Sheldon Health Care Center

 

Polo Rehabilitation and Health Care

LaHarpe Davier Care Center held our annual Irish St. Patty’s Day dinner on March 14th at 5:00pm.   We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day to have our event.  The sun was shining and residents were smiling.  Family and friends were invited to attend our Irish dinner.  Everyone had worn their green for the occasion. We even had staff members dress head to toe in St. Patty’s attire. We invited Joyful Sounds back again to entertain us for the evening.  They are an interactive couple that got everyone involved with their songs and stories.  Staff, residents and guests were all involved in participating whenever Joyful Sounds needed them.  Our menu included corned beef, potatoes, cabbage, carrots, creamed onions and brownies with green colored frosting.  We would like to thank everyone that joined us on that evening and wish everyone to come back to all of our events.  We would also like to thank Marge Walker, she gave our blessing before we ate our delicious dinner prepared by our wonderful dietary staff.  All staff at LaHarpe Davier Health Care Center worked very hard that day to make our evening enjoyable as possible.

Collinsville Rehabilitation and Health Care

On Saturday March 10, 2012, volunteers with Grace Hope Ministries, in memory of Pastor Fred Winters, First Baptist Church of Maryville, IL, participated in “Make a Difference Day” and painted the Family/TV Resident Room at Collinsville Rehab & Health Care Center. They changed the outdated blue paint to a tranquil beige, making a huge difference in the appearance of this room. Management staff along with resident families also joined the fun in painting the lower wall board of our 100 hall wing. It was a very enjoyable and productive morning. Many thanks to the volunteers from the church as well as family and staff of Collinsville Rehab & Health Care.

 

Piper City Rehabilitation and Living Center

90 an Counting….

Piper City Rehab surprised Jerry Rebholz of Courtyard Estates with a 90th birthday party on March 15th.  Jerry has been a upstanding loyal member of this Community for several years and has touched an abundance of lives in Piper City.  Jerry retired from Growmark and has poured his heart into involving himself with the churches and Community Clubs such as Rotary and The Knights of Columbus, not to mention a prior President on our Board of this facility.  Jerry takes pride in his Community in everyway he can so Piper City Rehab and Living Center wanted to show our deepest appreciation on this milestone of a day. Pictured from left is Jim Butler of Piper City and Jerry Rebholz of Courtyard Estates of Piper City. Two good friends making the best of being 90..

Courtyard Estates of Piper City

Courtyard Estates of Piper City hosted their annual St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon last Friday and had a grand ole Irish time!  Pictured standing from left is Father Brunskill of Chatsworth, Terri Perkins of Chatsworth, Mason Buchanan of PC Rehab, Peg Bargmann of Piper City, and sitting in front is June Edwards of PC Rehab.  These were all the prize winners from the Irish games we played after we enjoyed a delicious plate of Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes, Carrots, Lime Jell-O Salad, and Mint pie.  It was a bright and beautiful afternoon we shared as a Community..  Thanks to all who came and took part in our celebration.  All proceeds went towards the Residents Activity Funds for more bingo prizes and van outings..

Marigold Rehabilitation and Health Care

We held a corned beef and cabbage delivery on April 13th where Marigold made $382.61 in proceeds to benefit The Walk To End Alzheimer’s. Tina Payne, the Alzheimer’s Coordinator was in charge of this event. We also held a book and bake sale on April 15th where Marigold made $326.00 in proceeds. Shirley Streight, activities director, was in charge of this event. Tina, Shirley and the rest of the staff at Marigold contributed to making both of these events a success.

 

 

 

 

 Legacy Estates of Monmouth

Monmouth-Legacy Estates of Monmouth is pleased to announce king and queen of Heart.  Lane and Betty McCaw enjoy their reign over Valentine’s Day festivities at Legacy Estates of Monmouth.  Residents attended the annual party of the royal treatment of a crowning and entertainment.  Lane and Betty have celebrated 64 blessed years of marriage.

Legacy Estates of Monmouth – Supportive Living Facility provides area seniors with professional, compassionate services while helping promote independence.  Legacy Estates of Monmouth offers private apartment living that includes 24 hour response staff, housekeeping and laundry services, maintenance services, three meals daily, an Active Lifestyles Program, utilities and transportation all at no extra charge.  For more information on Legacy Estates of Monmouth, please contact Legacy Estates of Monmouth at 309-734-0909.

Piper City Rehab and Living Center

Piper City Rehab & Living Center celebrated Valentines Day with our Sweethearts.  We hosted a Romantic Dinner for our loved ones of Ribeye Steak, Baked Potato, Asparagus, and Cherry Pie.  King and Queen votes came in and was awarded to June Edwards and Slim Price.  Husband and wife for 55 years, Richard & Susie Stork of Chatsworth enjoyed their evening of wine and dine.  As we ate and conversed, we were entertained by the valentines that were personalized from the school children in our surrounding schools.  Residents and Staff hung over 1500 valentines throughout our dining room for all to enjoy.  It was truly a fun experience to mate and match everyone with their valentines. 

 

Piper City Rehab & Living Center visited Humane Society in Kankakee.  Residents shredded newspapers for bedding and they made homemade dog biscuits.  Pictured is June Edwards meeting and greeting a tabby cat at the Humane Society.  This project has touched several of our Residents, and we are going to continue to collect newspapers and bake treats for the god’s snuggly creatures.

 

 

 

On Friday 24th, residents of Piper City Rehab got a hunger for Cupcakes.  With several in attendance, they mixed, baked and decorated almost 60 cupcakes for all to share.  The flour and sugar was flying that day! Pictured decorating the tasty treats around the table from left: Paul Horridge, Mason Buchanan, and Diane Oelschlager.  “This activity is a great way to start the weekend off right” the residents stated.

 

 

 

 

Batavia Rehab and Health Care

James Nelson & Cheryl Custer, both residents at Batavia Rehab, met in the 70′s and were reunited in early 2011 at Batavia Rehab where they had the opportunity to let their relationship grow.  They were married on 2/2/12 at the Kane County Courthouse, with a reception following at Batavia Rehab.  I have attached some of the photos.  The residents and staff at Batavia Rehab were proud to be a part of their special day.

 

 

 

 

Watseka Rehabilitation and Health Care

Resident Connie Keller celebrated her 100th birthday on January 28th. Her family and peers honored her with a birthday party with flowers and food and decorations.

Watseka Rehab & HCC honored her with a wrist corsage of beautiful pink flowers. Connie has been a Resident of WRHCC since the summer of 2010.

 

 

 

 

 

Aledo Rehabilitation and Health Care

Piper City Rehab & Living Center Staff and Residents wear Red in honor of American Heart Association for Women’s Heart Month.  Pictured in front from left: Nancy Carpenter of Piper City, Cyra Kennedy of PC, Kathy Nichols of PC, Tricia Mueller of Onarga, Mary Kay Kline of Gilman, and Nancy Pritchett of PC.  Back row from left: Pete Ramirez of PC, Sharon Bargmann of PC, Joni Graham of PC, Joyce Sheppard of Chatsworth.  Also while wearing Red, the Staff has started their Chloe Foundation Fund for St. Jude, by donating money to wear jeans along with their red shirts.  Last year we raised over $5000 for St. Jude and hope to have a successful amount this year as well.