Give Your Dad the Gift that Keeps on Giving with BPI ...

[Pages:8]June 2019

Celebrating 40 years of service in our community

The Dr. Richard A. Sleeman Center

Bennington Project Independence

Adult Day Service

Give Your Dad the Gift that Keeps on Giving with BPI -- Lots of Smiles!

Fun and Socialization with Old Friends and New

State-of-the-Art Health Care

Nutritious Homemade Meals

Peace of Mind for You and Your Loved One

Call us to arrange a visit today!

(802) 442-8136

Some smiles can light up a room!

Bill W. shares his wonderful smile with us - we specialize in smiles at BPI.

Join us today and smile!

Inside this Issue... Calendar of Activities/Menu 2

Safety Awareness Month 3

Donations/Memorial Gifts 4

BPI Mission Statement

To provide safe, caring and exceptional Adult Day Services that will offer meaningful, individually tailored programs and care designed to enhance the dignity, independence, joy and quality of life of older persons, younger adults with disabilities, provide support and respite for their families and caregivers and serve as

an informational resource for our communities.

BPI Golf Tournament

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BPI Bulletin Board - Activity Highlights

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BPI Scrapbook

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Lunches Served With 8oz 1% Milk

June 2019

Snacks Served With 8oz 1% Milk or 100% Juice

BPI Golf Tournament

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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

June Bingo:

Monday 3rd @ 3 Tuesday 11th @ 1:45 Wednesday 19th @ 10:15 Thursday 27th @ 3

Virtual Dementia Tours

June 3rd, 12:30 pm

June 19th, 9-12 am Preregistration is required Call 802-442-8136

Daily:

Coffee Social Brain Exercise Stretch for Health Current Events Music Fun!

Last Chance to Purchase Tickets

for the

Lottery Ticket Basket

Drawing

June 9th 2019

Weekly:

Arts and Crafts BPI Bakers Drawing w/

Graham Open Art Studio Brain Games

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2

Zumba w/Andrea Reflexology Sing A Long

3

Grace Christian Students Visit

Jewelry with Rachel All About Cheese

Rosemary Chicken w/Gravy, Hungarian Goulash over

4 Participant Council Meeting

Current Events Musical Notes :

Dean Martin

5 D Day Virtual Tour:

6 Vocal Concert w/ Bob

Disney World

Yoga with Jane

Holistic Script: Breath, Shavout

Work & Movement

Roast Turkey w/Gravy &

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Whole Grain Rice Pilaf,

Egg Noodles, Wax Beans w/

Spinach, Wheat Bread, Kiwi & Pimentos, Whole Wheat

Breaded Fish on a Whole Grain Stuffed Cabbage Casserole,

Cranberry Sauce, Whole Grain

Bun, Steak Fries, Pickled Beets, Broccoli, Whole Grain Bread, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes w/Dill,

Pears, Milk

Bread, Tropical Fruit, Milk

Oranges & Bananas, Milk

Fresh Melon Mix, Milk

Wheat Rolls, Peaches, Milk

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Church Service w/ 10 Father Holden

Facials June Birthday Trivia

Guided Meditation 11 Summers on the Farm Dairy Bar Trip

Musical Memories w/Karen

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People's United Bank

Presentation: Fraud

80th Anniversary Baseball

Hall of Fame

Father's Day

13

Celebration

Veterans chat w/Melissa

BPI's Open Golf

Tournament

50's Sock Hop 14 Picnic

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Turkey Tetrazzini w/Noodles, Honey Glazed Carrots, Whole Wheat Bread, Cinnamon Apples,

Beef Chili, Spinach Salad w/ Feta, Corn Bread, Oranges &

Roast Pork w/Applesauce,

Baked Fish w/Lemon Sauce, Hamburgers & Hot Dogs,

Mashed Cauliflower, Mixed

Whole Grain Rice Pilaf, Spinach, Macaroni Salad w/Peas,

Vegetables, W.G. Bread Pears & Whole Grain Bread, Pineapple, Coleslaw, Watermelon Slices,

Milk

Pineapple, Milk

Mango, Milk,

Milk

Milk

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Zumba w/Andrea

Crafters' Club

Bulletin Board Trivia

Sewing Group

18

On The Road: Peaceful

Pennsylvania

That was the Year

Bible Study Person, Place or

Thing Pitch Perfect

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Manicures

20 Summer Solstice

History in June

Qigong

Gardening Club

BPI Humor

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Macaroni & Cheese, Stewed Corn Chowder, Turkey Salad Sweet & Sour Chicken over

Creamy Mushroom Chicken, Western Quiche, Squash,

Tomatoes, Brussels Sprouts, on Whole Grain Bread, 4 Bean Whole Grain Rice, Broccoli

Creamy Pesto Pasta, Whole Spinach, Whole Grain Bread, Whole Wheat Bread, Melon Salad, Mixed Berry Parfait,

Mix, Wheat Bread, Pineapple &

Grain Bread, Peaches, Milk

Apple Crisp, Milk

Mix, Milk

Milk

Coconut, Milk

23 BPI Spelling Bee Deer Park Bag Lunch Picnic Nature Trivia

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Science Experiment

25

2nd Chance Animal Center

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Creative Musing

June Word Pictures

Creating Frozen

Birth Stones and

Summer Treats

Moon Stones

Fred and Larry 27 Variety Show

Wii Bowling Market Wagon Trip

Open Art Studio 28 w/Kaye

Health is Wealth A Word to the Wise

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Breaded Fish w/Lemon, Pasta w/ Vegetables, Coleslaw, Whole

Whole Wheat Spaghetti w/

BBQ Chicken Breast, Macaroni

Meat Sauce, Garlic Green Beans, Salad w/Peas, Broccoli Florets,

Tomato Soup w/Crackers, Tuna Baked Ham w/Mustard, Mashed Salad Sandwich on Whole Grain Sweet Potatoes, Brussel

Grain Bread, Tropical Fruit, Garlic Rolls, Sliced Peaches, Whole Grain Bread, Pears & Bread, Pickled Beets, Fruit

Sprouts, Whole Grain Bread,

Milk

Milk

Grapes, Milk

Cocktail, Milk

Oranges & Cherries, Milk

Meals and snacks are planned in accordance with USDA guidelines. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

June 2019

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June 2019

June is Safety Awareness Month By: Amy St.Onge, RN Health Coordinator

June is Safety Awareness Month and Many medications have side effects which may cause

a good time to review your risk for dizziness, balance disturbance, or changes in the

falling, and take preventive measures blood pressure. Alert your healthcare provider if you

to keep yourself on your feet. Falls feel you may be experiencing a medication side effect.

account for the most common cause Take your time when making position changes. Try

of non-fatal injury for older persons. sitting on the edge of the bed for a few minutes to

Falls may lead to hospitalization and allow the blood pressure to regulate before standing

may prevent you from leading an independent life.

upright.

Impaired vision, balance, cognition and reduced strength all increase fall risk.

A toddler learns the skill of balance as he/she begins to walk. As we age, we must continue to practice and fine-tune our balance. Balance and strength can be improved with regular walking and by simple exercises to strengthen the legs and ankles. While holding on to your counter-top in the kitchen, simple knee bends, squatting, and heal-to-toe rolls can help within just a few weeks of practice. Other standing balance exercises may be explored under supervision and joining our daily Stretch for Health class or using the NuStep Cross trainer at BPI will also help.

Using protective eye wear in the sun to limit glare and using corrective lenses will help reduce vision related falls. Reflected sunlight may temporarily impair your sight and throw you off balance. In the home, keep your living areas well lit and use a night light for those midnight trips to the restroom.

Keeping the mind sharp with brain games, routine activity and rest will help to enhance cognition and mental alertness. This helps to reduce the possibility of making poor safety decisions.

Managing chronic diseases such as Hypertension, Cardiac Disease and Depression may also help to prevent a fall.

Environmental hazards such as snow, ice, debris, uneven surfaces and clutter within your living space can cause tripping and slipping falls.

Using assistive devices such as a walker or cane and/ or using another person for assistance may help in these instances. Having grab bars and bed rails are useful in the bathroom and bed for assisting off the toilet or out of bed safely. Having a lifeline unit installed in the home won't prevent falls, but will benefit an individual who is not able to get off the floor independently or who is injured.

Prevention of all falls may not be possible, but taking steps to maintain a safe environment and a healthy body will aid in preventing many falls and injury. The staff at BPI are experienced in assisting people to improve their balance, strength and independence.

If you are interested in learning how to improve your or a loved one's safety, contact Amy St. Onge at 802442-8136.

Families Together

Monthly Caregiver Gatherings

BPI offers a monthly gathering providing caregiver support,

laughter and camaraderie. The June meeting will be held on

Tuesday, June 25th at 1:00 PM.

Please call (802) 442-8136 or send an email to info@ for more information.

Nursing Team (left to right): Deb Bruneau LPN, Amy St Onge RN, Doreen Kinney LPN and Gina Anzivino

LPN were honored for National Nurses Week.

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Memorial Gifts

Memorial gifts to Bennington Project Independence celebrate and honor someone's

life by helping others.

Joann Beshara

? Gloria VanDerzee

James Seeger

? Alison Malmborg

John Brochu

? Gloria VanDerzee

Mary Geannelis

? Brenda Rosenbaum

? Paul & Carola Treer ? Joan Vargo

? Mr. and Mrs. Charles Putney

? Gloria VanDerzee ? Linda Wichlac

June 2019

Operational Donations

? Pauline Restino ? Ronald Alderman ? Kris Newport ? Kaye Shaddock

A Special Thank You

In-Kind Gifts

? James and Pat M.- Fabric, lottery tickets for 2nd chance drawing

? Frank H.- Lotto tickets for 2nd chance

? Ruby C.- Lotto tickets for 2nd chance

? Richard and Amy S.- Ink cartridges

? Edith M.- Lotto tickets for 2nd chance

? The Seeger Family- Beading tray, bingo prizes, medical supplies, crayons, pins, pencils

? Barbara G.- Puzzles

? Helen R.- Magazines and papers

? Cinda M.- Ladies skirts, pants, blouses

? Natalie R.- Jewelry ? John M.- Fabric, craft

supplies, aprons, bingo prizes, napkins, bow maker, book ? Hank and Nancy R.Gift card to Hannaford supermarket, greeting cards ? Gloria B.- Quilting books, gift card to Craft Town

To The Gift Garden

for generously donating boutonnieres

for BPI Prom You helped make a very special day!

Support BPI by Writing a Review on Great Non-Profits

If you love our work then tell the world! You have an opportunity to help us make an even bigger difference in our community. Great Nonprofits -- the #1 Source of Nonprofit Stories and Feedback -- is honoring highly regarded nonprofits with their 2019 Top-Rated List. Reviews written between now and October 31, 2019 will be tallied toward our goal of obtaining "Great Non-Profit" status this year. The reviews posted on are also shared with other on-line services such as Guidestar and help BPI in securing donations and grants to continue to provide services to those in need in our community. Help us boost visibility for our work by posting a brief personal story of your experience with us.

Go to to get started!

Thank you so much for your help in securing this important recognition!

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June 2019

Last Chance to Join

Hole-$i5n0-O,00n0e

Prize!

8th ANNUAL BPI GOLF TOURNAMENT

& Dinner at the Dormy Grill

Special Raffle Basket for

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Sunday June 9, 2019

Golfer's Only!

The Golf Club at Equinox

Manchester, VT

Sign-Up Today! Call 802-442-8136

or register online - golf.html

BPI Lottery Ticket Raffle Basket

Tickets are $1.00 each or 6/$5.00

Tickets may be purchased at BPI. The drawing will be held the day of the Golf

tournament. Please call if you have any questions

802-442-8136

Do you have extra basil, oregano, thyme or other herbs that you'd like to divide?

We would certainly love to give them a new home in our BPI garden. You can call us at 802-442-8136 if you have

some to share.

Virtual Dementia Tours

June 3rd, 12:30 pm June 19th, 9-12 am Preregistration is required Call 802-442-8136

Celebrating Our BPI Foyer Greeters:

They are the friendly faces you see when you enter BPI. They are always

happy to help! Foyer Greeters Pat C. , Sue Y. and Steve D. (not

pictured)

BPI Volunteer Opportunities

BPI is currently a seeking Volunteers for the following positions:

? Pianist to perform at BPI

? Servers for BPI picnics

? Gardeners for BPI Gardens

? VDT Assistants

? NuStep Coach

? Friendly visitors If you are friendly, patient and have

experience in any of these areas: Please call Shelagh at 802-442-8136

for details.

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June 2019

Activity Highlights:

It is time for our first picnic of the Summer!

On Friday June 14th we will be having our first picnic. We are very excited to start up our grill and enjoy the beautiful sunshine with friends and families. Our theme will be a 50's Sock Hop. Seating will begin at 11 am and lunch will be served from 11:15-12:15. DJ Scott will be performing from 1-3pm in the Dr. Richard A. Sleeman Center Barn. We will plan to have lunch outside, weather permitting. Please RSVP by Friday, June 7th. Participants can invite up to two guests. We hope to see you all there!

Other events to look forward to in June: ? Tuesday the 4th- We are celebrating National Dairy

Month. Our activities will be based upon nutrient-rich dairy foods which can help to better manage weight, reduce risk for high blood pressure, osteoporosis and certain cancers. ? Later in the month on the 25th we will be creating yummy frozen yogurt spoons to keep us cool on the warm summer days. ? Wednesday the 12th People's United Bank will be here to do a presentation on Fraud Prevention at 10:00 am in our barn. Please join us to receive information on how to identify and protect yourself from fraud. ? On the 13th we will be celebrating Father's Day. Also on this day, BPI will have our own US Open Golf Tournament Activity with our participants. Melissa Stemp will also be holding a Veteran's Chat discussion group.

Please refer to our monthly calendar for more events, activities and trips happening this month. Join us for even more summer fun!

June Anniversaries

Bill and Hilda P.- 12th Dolores and Kenneth P. -20th

June Birthday Wishes

? Bruce A.- 4th ? Tom H.- 4th ? Leah F.- 8th

? Sue B. -20th ? Reta H. -23rd ? Al D.- 28th

BPI 's Wish List

Grocery Gift Cards Padded folding chairs (w/o arms) Bingo prize items Jewelry making beads and wire Pillow forms White poster board - 20 sheets Apple iPad and iPods for Activities Black Sharpie fine & Ultra fine tip

markers HP 952 XL ink cartidges Canon 251 XL ink cartridges Ladies Red Hats for Red Hat Society

Complimentary Visit Coupon

You are invited to join us at Bennington Project Independence, Adult Day Service for a full or half day at No Charge. Come Join the fun, meet new friends, try out interesting activities, and enjoy a delicious lunch & snacks. Nursing and Personal care available as needed.

Check us out to see what all the smiles at BPI are about!

Contact Gina Anzivino at BPI to schedule your visit (802) 442-8136

614 Harwood Hill - P.O. Box 1504 Bennington, VT 05201

(802) 442-8136

All visits must be prearranged. Valid for new participants only. Not redeemable for cash.

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June 2019

Tori T. and Tim S. join the festivities for "Crazy Hat Day."

Deb W. gets her hair styled by Tori T. for the BPI Prom.

BPI participants had the option of having their nails painted, hair styled and prom dresses were

also available. At BPI we wanted the whole prom experience

and the fun to go along with it!

Congratulations to participants Tammy D. and Frank H.-- this year's BPI Prom King and Queen

Sue B. Loves to work with flowers. Here she is hand-making boutonnieres

for making birthdays special.

Every prom needs chaperones. Jackie H. and Dan L. were perfect for the Job!

Marion B. shares some smiles with students from Molly Stark School when they came to

BPI to perform "The Jungle Book"

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