Holiday Happenings - Paris Schaul, Activity Professional This year has been a crazy roller-coaster ride. It’s hard to believe it’s already December, with Christmas coming right around the corner! This crazy coaster has been hard on us all, but Good Neighbor Society is dedicated to bringing special moments and activities to residents and tenants, so you can feel extra loved and supported not only by staff, but also your community and family members. We have many fun holiday activities and traditions planned on the calendar this month as well as more to show up as we navigate through changing guidelines due to COVID-19 . As

of now, we are planning to have several small Christmas parties, so each resident will have the opportunity to share in celebrating with other residents while observing social distancing. We have other back-up plans in place if guidelines change by the time Christmas comes around to ensure we can provide residents with the best Christmas experience we can! Some opportunities to show residents some love this holiday season are listed below:

• Mail a card or call to chat on the phone • Send a quick note and picture at HappyGram.org • Sign-up to video chat at volunteersignup.org/RAXWK • E-mail messages or pictures to activities2@goodneighborsociety.org

Thank you for making this holiday season special! Merry Christmas!

Neighborly News December 2020

Christmas Greetings to All, - Pastor Kurt Pasko, Chaplain I have been busy preparing for worship and visits with as many of you as possible before Christmas once I receive the “all-clear” to return to you. In the midst of all the challenges Good Neighbor Society has faced because of COVID-19, I know the number one concern has been your health and safety. We are keenly aware of the emotional toll the isolation has caused on residents and staff alike. Please remember we are all part of God's family. I have seen His hands at work, and I have heard His words of comfort repeatedly through the marvelous staff that care for you daily. Please remember to thank them. Jesus truly is the reason for the season. I have been praying extra hard that you would be aware of His presence day and night. I hope to visit you with Him soon. Holiday blessings to each of you!

Resident Profile - Nathan “Nate” Puffett Nate Puffett is our highlighted resident for December. Born on Christmas Day, 1936, in Arlington, he graduated from Arlington High School. Before working as a lab technician in Iowa City and also a warehouse worker. One of Nate’s passions is aviation. He started flying at 16 years old, serving in the Air Force for seven years

and completing one year of college for the Air Force in Missouri at the School of Aviation Medicine. He obtained his private pilot license while studying overseas. Newfoundland is the coolest place he has flown because of the ice. He even

helped search for submarines with the Aero Club after 9-11! He was involved with American Legion Post 219 in Arlington and Church of Christ in Arlington. He met his wife, Darlene, through his uncle. They married on April 1, 1966. Their children are Julie Grant of Grimes; Leslie Puffett of Preston, MN; and Kelsey Puffett of Arlington. There are 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Nate is very proud of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren! Nate enjoys watching TV, especially shows about history or movies about war. He also enjoys music programs and church here at Good Neighbor Home. Congratulations, Nate!

Good Neighbor Home New Residents

Laurence Lillibridge Don Williams

Tony Russ Judy Gudenkauf

Don Salow Irene Salow

Patsy Rounds Vi Hackbarth

Ed Bishop

New Employees Madalyn Bergfeld-Hancock Dawn Cornwell

Tjaden Fleege Lauren Hoefer

Cynthia Hughes

Always in our hearts Max Wolfgram Gordon Keith

Betty Walvatne Garney Hook

Opening Soon: Rehab-to-Home

Rehab-to-Home has been a project we have worked on since breaking ground in October of 2019. Through many blessings from the community and the hard work of the campaign committee, crew building our dream, we can finally say we will have a rehab center close to home. Our goal is to open in January. Call Jessie Tibbott at 563-927-3907 with questions.

Employee Recognition Dedicated, quiet and calm are all attributes we admire about Jennifer Neiers. Because of this, she has been chosen as employee of the month for December. We are grateful for the gentle touches she leaves with care throughout the facility. Thank you for all you do!

Anniversaries Birthdays 01 Shelly McGraw

Jenna Nefzger

02 Megan Francois - 1 Yr Deb Putz - 1 Yr

03 Eloyse Diesburg Cathy Duggan

05 Megan Lincoln - 8 Yrs Lela Thomas

Shelley Walderbach 07 Linda Mesch - 4 Yrs Nevaeh McDowell

Kyle Morris 09 Molly Zittergruen - 6 Yrs Virginia Pederson 10 Velma Jensen 11 Kali Million - 1 Yr Amanda Hansen 13 Kailee Kaiser 14 Arlene DeSotel 15 Kali Million 16 Elizabeth Martin - 10 Yrs Carolyn Ehrig

Val Schlicht 17 Lois Erickson

Grace Wegmann 18 Alvera Weber

Mickayla Oldfather 19 Adele McCarthy - 2 Yrs Joanne Kramer 20 Haley Bolsinger

Jason Neverman 21 Jean Taylor

Tjaden Fleege 22 Bailey Gavin - 3 Yrs Mary Lou Kaiser 23 Anna Hinton

Ebony Foster 24 Natalie Gentz

Cindy Hanson Chris Ryan

25 Nate Puffett 28 Macie Funke 29 Mae Funke 30 Danielle Haynes 31

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Art Therapy Residents enjoyed a leaf rubbing project with art therapy intern Baylee Frisch on Zoom. Baylee is working toward a Masters Degree in Art Therapy through Alfred Adler Graduate School. She will continue to lead art projects allowing our residents to express their creativity.

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Neighborhood Good Neighbor Marietta’s The Executive Board Villas Home Place Meadows Board Members (563) 927-3907 (563) 927-3907 (563) 927-1490 (563) 927-6467 Diane Hammell Lorene Snyder

Neighbor Dr McCarren Dr Neighbor Dr McCarren Dr Pat Doyle Chris Mundy Denise Bishop Jack Klaus

Rachel York Jan Messer

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Pandemics Can Be Stressful (Source: cdc.gov) The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic may be stressful. Fear and anxiety about a new disease and what could happen can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Public health actions, such as social distancing, can make people feel isolated and lonely and can increase stress and anxiety. However, these actions are necessary to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Coping with stress in a healthy way will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger.

Take care of yourself and your community Taking care of your friends and your family can be a stress reliever, but it should be balanced with care for yourself. Helping others cope with their stress, such as by providing social support, can also make your community stronger. During times of increased social distancing, people can still maintain social connections and care for their mental health. Phone calls or video chats can help you and your loved ones feel socially connected, less lonely, or isolated.

Healthy ways to cope with stress Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including those on social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting. Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals. Exercise regularly. Get plenty of sleep. Avoid excessive alcohol and drug use. Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy. Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling. Connect with your community- or faith-based organizations. While social distancing measures are in place, consider connecting online, through social media, by phone, or by mail.