News from The Neighbors at Dunn County
Below you will find various news highlights at The Neighbors. You will also find pdf versions of our downloadable newsletters if you would like to read the full versions.
6 Healthy Thanksgiving Meals for Elderly People
The Calorie Control Council reports the average American Thanksgiving dinner contains a whopping 3,000 calories. The snacks typically served before the feast may add another 1,500 calories. This is not good news for seniors living with serious health conditions. However, there are many ways to trim calories while still enjoying […]
2019 Christmas Party Schedule
Each house has chosen a time for their Resident/Family Christmas parties. Family and friends are welcome to join in the fun, so mark your calendars now! As the date gets closer, each house will have a sign-up sheet available for visitors. This is not a mandatory sign-up but will help […]
Christmas Gifting
Family members often ask us for suggestions for Christmas gifts for residents. Here are a few suggestions: Magazine Subscription Hometown Newspaper Subscription Large Print Books//Puzzle books Adaptive Clothing Photo Album w/ Family Pictures Pictures to Hang on the Wall Small Book Shelf/Corner Shelf Bulletin Board/Wipe-off Board Puzzles Clock Radio w/ […]
Christmas Decorations Reminder
Just a few reminders about decorating resident rooms for Christmas… Due to Federal Fire and Life Safety Codes, we cannot allow live evergreens in the facility. This would include real trees, wreaths, or porch pots. Nothing can be set on top of the over-the-bed lights, and you cannot completely cover […]
Holiday Meals and Gatherings
We welcome family members and friends to join us for any of our holiday meals. If you plan on joining us this year for Thanksgiving or Christmas, please let the nursing staff in your house know by signing up at the nurses’ station. The cost of holiday meals is $7. […]