To Family and Friends:

Here is your new editor!

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September is here, before we know it we will be ringing in the New Year! A lot of things are happening at Homestead this past month. Beth retired as the administrator. I want to take a moment and shine the light on her. Beth has been a great leader for Homestead throughout her many years of employment. Her commitment, compassion, communication, encouragement, integrity, wisdom and her continued faith in God are just a few of her characteristics that have led her to be a successful leader for Homestead. Beth has definitely left her footprints throughout Homestead. Don’t worry you will still see her and Gunner (the furry mascot) from time to time in the facility helping with the transitions. When you see her, ask about her Alaskan Cruise!

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I want to personally thank you all for your support and encouraging words through the transitioning phase.

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We had our annual state survey two weeks ago. Homestead is not perfect, but we have a wonderful team here. It takes a village to have a successful survey. We have a strong village at Homestead. When I know more about the results, I will make sure to communicate the highlights from the survey. I am very proud of the team we have here, they go above and beyond every day. Our vision is to Be Exceptional No Exceptions and it shows. Our staff make sure our residents are given exceptional care.

 

Upcoming items in September:

-September 16th we are having our COVID Vaccine Clinic. Information has been mailed out with the statements. If you have any questions pertaining to vaccines please contact Wendy Shumard 316.262.4473 x231

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-More information to come about Influenza, Pneumonia, and RSV. Be on the lookout!

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–Continue to follow our Facebook Page for exciting events that occur while you’re away. We will be going to the Sedgwick County Zoo this month. We are praying for cooler temperatures. But, with Kansas weather you never know what the weather will be.

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Just a friendly reminder: COVID and other respiratory viruses are alive and well within the community. Please if you are feeling any slight symptoms: headache, runny nose, cough, chills, or fever. Please stay home or test. We are trying our due diligence to keep illnesses out of the building.

 

Thank you all for your continued prayers and support for our staff and residents!

 

Ashley Mallory

Administrator