1000 East 14th St., San Leandro, CA 94577 510.636.0660 License# 015600341 www.carltonseniorliving.com

Theme of the Month:

In the month of May we will celebrate the variety of flowers each seasonbrings. Residents will be encouraged to share their favorite gardening pasttimes, and enjoy many activities centered around the beauty and fragrance offlowers. For theme related programs see the activities highlighted in pink onour monthly calendar. Join us in celebrating…

Flowers

The Carlton TimesLove Honor Provide

May 2017

1075 Fulton Ave., Sacramento, CA 95825 916.971.4800 License# 347002787 www.carltonseniorliving.com

Memory CornerAfter an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: The Emotional Impact

By Ava M. StinnettWhen a friend or loved one is formally diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it’s like-ly that you’ve already noticed some symptoms. These may include impaired speechor memory loss that interferes with daily life, such as remembering events that justhappened,•repeatedly asking for the same information, or forgetting how to drive to afamiliar place. Difficulty holding a conversation or struggling to do practical tasks,such as paying bills or doing household chores, might also be noticeable.Although symptoms will vary for each person, it’s important to consider not only thecognitive and practical aspects associated with Alzheimer’s disease but also thepsychological and emotional impact. Experiencing memory loss or being unable toperform daily routines can be quite challenging. For the person with Alzheimer’s, thiswill sometimes lead to low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and feelings of isola- tionas personal relationships change.However, numerous studies have confirmed that even when memories fade, evenwhen a loved one no longer recognizes friends and family members, the diseasedoes not erase the lasting effect of feelings and a sense of being socially connect-ed. Although it may seem like the person with Alzheimer’s “can't differentiate be-tween you and other caretakers in the later stages, the research underlines theimportance of emotionally supporting those living with the disease. The influence ofpositive caretaking and emotional support… goes a long way. [Although he or she]may not remember the most recent visit from loved ones, those feelings will still re-main; caring actions can have a lasting impact.” (Bushak 2014)According to a research study from the University of Iowa, “Providing… small joysreally does make a difference—even if you automatically assume they won't re-member these things.” The findings “should empower caregivers by showing themthat their actions toward patients really do matter. Frequent visits and social interac-tions, exercise, music, dance, jokes, and serving favorite foods are all simple thingsthat can have a lasting emotional impact on quality of life and subjective wellbeing.”(Guzmán-Vélez, Feinstein & Tranel, 2014)Some believe that those who have Alzheimer’s disease know that pieces of thepuzzle are missing. They may not be able to remember who we are, but they feel usjust the same. Therefore, if we learn to listen for clues for how they feel instead ofwhat they say, we’ll understand them much better.ReferencesBushak, L. (2014, September). “Alzheimer’s Patients Still Feel Strong Emotions, Despite Fading Memories:Why Caretakers Matter.” Retrieved from www.medicaldaily.com.Guzmán-Vélez, E., Feinstein, J. & Tranel, D. (2014). “Feelings Without Memory in AlzheimerDisease.” Cognitive & Behavioral Neurology.

Carlton Plaza Management Team

Manny Dirar Yuvi Diaz Denise Rodrigues Sierra PenfoldAssociate Director Resident Services PC Manager Resident Liaison

Lisa Schumann Amanda Friedman & Jyoti Nagina Tou Yang Brittany Won Luke WiltshireExecutive Director Retirement Counselors DR Manager Med Manager MC PC Manager

Shantel Koehler Jess Beck DJ Banar Chef MJPersonal Expressions Director Memory Care Manager Plant Operations Michael Jackson

Yolanda Millner May 7thRosemary Walton May 28th

Tuesday, May 2 Saturday, May 6

Wednesday, May 3

Monday, May 1 Friday, May 5 9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR) 1:15 Hersey Cookie Flowers (LR) 2:00 Manicures (DR) 3:00 Sing-A-Long (LR) 6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Bowling (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:30 Current Events (LR) 1:15 A Touch of Mexico(TV) 2:30 Country Denny (LR) 3:00 ‘Mock-Tail’ Hour (LR) 6:30 Friday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Ball Toss (LR)10:30 Book Club (LR)11:00 Sing Fit (DR) 1:30 Movie Afternoon (TV) 3:00 Flowers of the World (TV) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Chair Soccer (LR) 10:00 Art with Allison (LR) 1:15 World of Travel (TV) 2:30 Sing-Fit (TV) 3:30 Getting to Know You (LR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Advice Corner(LR)11:00 Famous Faces (TV)

1:15 Fred Edano (LR) 2:15 Music with Liz (LR) 3:30 Courtyard Stroll (CY) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR) 1:15 Current Events (LR)

1:30 Flower Art (LR) 2:30 Top 100 Billboard - 1950’s (LR) 3:00 Sing-Fit (TV) 6:30 Wednesday Night Movie (TV)

Thursday, May 4

Activity KeyLR= Living RoomDR= Dining RoomP= Memory Care PatioTV= TV RoomAL= Assisted LivingCY= Courtyard

Sunday, May 7 Thursday, May 11

Tuesday, May 9

Monday, May 8

Saturday, May 13

9:45 Chair Yoga (LR)10:00 Art with Allison (LR)11:00 Peaceful Meditation (DR) 1:15 Creative Colors (DR)

2:30 Nails & Style (LR) 3:30 Ciprian Mihutz (LR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:15 Current Events (DR) 1:15 Skip Morgan (LR) 2:00 Manicures (DR) 3:00 Question-Time (P) 6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Art with Allison (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR) 1:30 Jerry Lopes (LR) 2:30 A Breath of Fresh Air (P) 3:30 Sing-Fit (LR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Cartoon Capers (TV)11:00 Current Events (DR) 1:15 Time Slips (DR) 2:00 Poetry Session (LR) 2:30 Sing-Fit (TV) 3:30 Courtyard Stroll (AL)

9:45 Morning Stretch (LR)10:30 On This Day (TV)11:00 Sing-Fit (TV) 1:15 Movie Matinee (TV) 2:30 Creative Colors (LR) 3:30 Cookies & Coffee Social (LR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

Wednesday, May 109:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)

10:00 Current Events (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR) 1:15 On this Day (LR) 1:30 Art with Melissa Sackman (LR) 2:30 London Calling (TV) 3:30 Word Games (LR)

9:45 Baseball Toss (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:30 Tulips Art (DR) 1:15 Courtyard Stroll (P) 2:30 Happy Hour (DR) 3:00 Marvin Ulvid (LR) 6:30 Friday Night Movie (TV)

Friday, May 12

Monday, May 15

Tuesday, May 16

Wednesday, May 17

Monday, August 29

Thursday, May 18

Friday, May 19

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Art with Allison (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR) 1:15 Famous Faces & Places (TV) 2:30 Creative Colors (DR) 3:30 Sing Fit (TV) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:15 Current Events (DR) 1:15 Baseball Ring Toss (DR) 2:00 Popcorn Social (DR) 3:00 Bowling (DR) 6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Chair Yoga (LR)10:00 Marshmallow Flower Art (LR)111:00 Peaceful Meditation (DR) 1:15 Roaring Twenties (DR) 3:00 Hippy Braids (P) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Flick-Back - 1930’s (TV)11:00 Current Events (DR) 1:15 Peace & Love Banners (LR) 2:30 Courtyard Stroll (AL) 3:30 See it and Post it (LR) 6:30 Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:00 Horseshoes (LR) 1:30 Paper Plate Flower Hats (LR) 2:30 Happy Hour (DR)

3:30 Sporting Legends (LR) 7:00 Friday Night Movie (TV)

10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR) 1:15 Make Em’ Laugh (DR)

1:30 Art with Melissa Sackman (DR) 2:30 Songs of Choice (DR)

3:30 Ciprian Mihutz (LR)5:00 Candle Light Dinner (DR)

Saturday, May 20 9:45 Bowling (LR)10:30 Hyancinth Bottle Cap Art (LR)11:00 Sing-Fit (TV) 1:15 Movie Matinee (TV) 2:30 Ciprian Mihutz (LR) 3:30 Balloon Toss (LR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

Sunday, May 14

Pease don’t forget to R.S.V.P.for the Candlelight Dinner

this month onWednesday May 17th

at 5:00 pm

Sunday, March 27

Monday, March 28

Sunday, May 21 Thursday, May 25

Tuesday, May 23

Monday, May 22 Friday, May 26

9:45 Chair Yoga (LR)10:30 Current Events (LR)11:00 Peaceful Meditation (DR) 1:15 Creative Colors (DR) 2:30 Lavender Sensory Tub (LR) 3:30 A Time for Pampering (P) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:15 Current Events (DR) 1:15 Red, White & Blue (LR) 2:00 Manicures (DR) 3:00 Military Moments (LR) 6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Art with Alison (LR)11:00 Current Events (DR)

1:30 Jerry Lopez (LR) 2:30 The Flower Show (TV) 3:30 Sing-Fit (LR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Name 10 (LR)11:00 Drum Circle (LR) 1:15 Time Slips (TV) 2:30 Tiptoe thro’ the Tulips (AL)(CY) 3:30 Sing-Fit (TV) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Chair Soccer (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:30 What’s that Sound? (LR) 1:15 Paper Plate Sun-Flowers (DR) 2:30 Happy Hour (DR) 3:30 A Day at the Museum (TV) 6:30 Friday Night Movie (TV)

Wednesday, May 249:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)

10:00 Current Events (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR) 1:15 One on One’s (LR)

1:30 Art with Melissa Sackman (LR) 2:30 Sing it with Flowers (LR) 3:30 Time to Mingle (LR)

9:45 Balloon Toss (LR)10:30 Hippy Juice Social (DR)11:00 Sing-Fit (TV) 1:30 Ciprian Mihutz (LR) 2:30 TV Gold (TV) 3:30 Hot Chocolate Social (LR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

Saturday, May 27

Activity KeyLR= Living RoomDR= Dining RoomP= Memory Care PatioTV= TV RoomAL= Assisted LivingCY= Courtyard

Sunday, May 28 9:45 Chair Yoga (LR)10:30 Current Events (LR)11:00 Peaceful Meditation (DR) 1:15 Creative Colors (DR) 3:00 Flower Power Vases (DR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

Tuesday, May 30

Monday, May 29

Wednesday, May 31

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR)11:15 Red, White & Blue (DR) 1:15 Lynell Heaps (LR)

2:00 Manicures (DR)3:00 Tribute to our Forces (DR)

6:30 Monday Night Movie (TV)

9:45 Ball Exercises (LR)10:00 Tissue Paper Flower Art (DR)11:00 Current Events (DR) 1:30 Flower Power Mason Jars (LR) 2:30 VW Bus Art (LR) 3:30 Sing-Fit (LR) 6:30 Lavender Hand Spa (DR)

9:45 Fabulous Fitness (LR)10:00 Current Events (LR)10:30 Live 2B Healthy (LR) 1:15 One on One’s (LR)1:30 Art with Melissa Sackman

(LR) 2:30 Advice Corner (DR) 3:30 Name 10 (DR)

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Ilene was born on October 1st, 1992 in San Francisco. She chose towork in memory care because she has gained more experience workingwith residents who has been diagnosed with memory impairment andshe loves listening to the stories that they share about their past lives.Her favorite hobbies are relaxing at home,socializing and traveling. She has lived inRichmond, CA for 10 years and in Fijifor 6 years before moving to Sacramentoin 2012. Her favorite quote is

Ilene hopes to go back to school tostudy nursing or medical technology.

Judi was born in Sacramento on October 5th, 1948 andgraduated from St Francis High School.

She worked for the Department of Motor Vehiclesfor many years and recalls it was a job she enjoyed!

Judi is one of five sisters and she is a motherto her daughter Sara.

Her hobbies include going for long walks, watching movies,listening and singing along to music.

Dear Residents, Families, Friends, and Staff,

Spring is here! The warmer weather is just around the corner. I am hopingthat all of the April showers we have had will bring us many May flowers. Ican't wait to see the residents visiting in the courtyards and soaking up the

warm sun. Next time your out in the courtyard go in the back and check outthe beautiful residents garden in the two big white planters. They have some

beautiful flowers growing and I can’t wait to see what comes up in thevegetable garden. We are also planning on doing some gardening in the

Memory Care courtyard.Can't wait to see what they plant!

This time of year brings thoughts of longer days and warmer Sacramentonights. I can't wait for the warm weather to be here everyday and everynight. I know Shantel will be planning some wonderful activities in ourbeautiful courtyard. At night when I leave, I love to see the residents,

families and guests sitting outside by the fountain enjoying the weather andcompany.

I hope you all enjoyed our Easter Brunch, and got a chance to visit with theEaster Bunny. We had over 150 guests and everything went so smooth. I

hope to see you all at our annual Mother's Day Brunch. Mark your calendarsfor our Mother's Day Brunch on Sunday, May 14th, from 11:00 am to 2:00pm. It is the brunch of the year. The culinary team has a beautiful Brunch

planned with great decorations and even better food. Please make yourreservations now. We want to make sure we have room for all of our guest.This is by far our most popular brunch and making reservations for this daywill help us have enough food, and table set up for all. We usually have over

200 guests and it really helps us to have you RSVP ahead of time.

I hope you all are enjoying our Spring time weather.Make sure you take time out of your busy days to stop and smell the roses.

Warm Regards,Lisa Schumann, Executive Director

Put on your love beads,dust off your bell bottom jeans

and join us for one GROOVY timeat Candlelight Dinner on

Wednesday May 17th, 2017starting at 5:00 pm.

Please RSVP to Jess or Luke by Sunday May 14th

EASTER GREETINGS

"Which one's you?"They are both gossiping.

One of them is saying, "GO TO HELL!"They are looking at each otherand are talking to one another

There names are 'Angel' and 'Beast'They are saying, "How do we get out of here?"

The two cats look so happy. (The one on the left is saying, "Shut up! I'm going home" ( )

Maybe they are friends.Could be sisters, they look alike.

They do and they are neat.These dogs never stick around forever.

They are pretty and I see signal lights.They are going home, but they are mixed up about where home is.

They really do look alike.New York City is home.

George and Margaret are talking about the people outside until thesignal lights turn green.

- www.Live2BHealthy.com

Our Trainers Make the Difference!

At Our Trainers’ Fingertips:

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Within each Level, our Trainers have hundreds of choices for creating unique, safe and fun classes. Each levelhas between 12-40 individual different exercises in each categoryBiceps, Shoulder, etc.) to method (stretching, bands, loops, etc.) emphasizing, balance, strength and flexibility.

Our Trainers base their classes on our concept of Muscle Confusion.

What sets Live 2 B Healthy®apart? Its our Trainers! All of

our Trainers are Certified Personal Trainers who areenthusiastic about our mission to create an outstandingfitness environment for the senior communities weThe Trainer’s role is to design exercise classes (utilizing ourproprietary protocols) appropriate to partiphysical abilities; lead enjoyable, interactive, motivatingand safe fitness classes; and assess class participants’progress 3 times per year.

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McDonaldConsider the music that was given to the world by people like Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky,

Bach and other greats. How could it have been possible for those composers to sit in roomslit by candles, using a quill pen, to put together concerts, symphonies, operas, etc., withcomplex genius that reaches beyond the ability of people to do the same things today withcomputers and other modern technology? And Beethoven was deaf. Where did it come fromand did it come to them for a reason? Why does the music of Mozart have such a deep effecton consciousness that something happens to the human mind when his music is played? (TheMozart effect.)

Larry Dossey, M.D., in his article, “The Body as Music” says, “Why are we moved by music?One reason may be that the body itself is intrinsically musical, right down to the DNA thatmakes up our genes.” There is a deep connection between your DNA and the music of Mozart,Beethoven, Bach, Tchaikovsky, et al, and the reason why they were able to compose suchmusic in a dark room by candlelight, with a quill pen, is because the music was composed forthem. The very essence of existence through the celestial connection of all life was playingmagnificent music within them. There was no need for Beethoven to hear with his earsbecause what came through him on to the paper in the form of music was the coding sequencesof life itself. DNA.

And when that DNA is given expression to the ear, we were captured by the MOZART EFFECT.The vibrations that harmonize with our DNA through Beethoven’s 9th symphony, or thesolace and beauty, which ran through our very beings of Tchaikovsky’s Pathetique was allplanned.

Our very existence is a symphony of love. We are created with a harmony of love flowing throughour bodies and minds. Even in the Scripture, the text admonishes us to make a joyful noiseto the Lord and to praise Him with musical instruments. Can you grasp this wonder? Ourvery DNA is God’s music playing within us and this is why

We may not be able to compose music that will touch the core of our being. We may not be ableto create sounds to flow in harmony with the music of our DNA. The beauty of all of this isthat we do not have to. The harmony is within us, flowing through our DNA. The music toharmonize with that DNA has been provided for us by the composers of long ago.

We can use music to help empower us every day of our lives by setting aside a half hour of timefor meditation, (or “alone time” if that word is more pleasing to you) and do the following:

1. Darken the room and play classical music. Mozart is excellent but all classical is beneficial.

2. Don’t be concerned if the music becomes loud or driving. Those frequencies changes arenecessary to create the vibrations required. In a Tchaikovsky symphony, for instance, thereare different ranges. There is joy, there is sorrow, and there is beauty. There are periods thatare loud and challenging, and periods that are soft and reflective.

Just like the life of each of us.

Enjoy a video of Swan Lake: http://WWW.NZWIDE.COM/SWANLAKE.HTM

(Adapted from an email from Lea Walters; authors unknown.)