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Golden Nuggets, July 2019

7/5/2019

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A publication of Golden Horizons Elder Care Services, Inc.
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A Message for the Office

​June 21- September 23, 2019...94 days of summer! 

Isn’t it funny how it always feels like summer is halfway over when we hit July 4th? And yet, we’re 
only about 3 weeks into true summer. Today is 80 degrees, with a mild SSW breeze, low humidity and sunny skies. UV is 9 of 10
though, so wear sunscreen, sunglasses and light clothes to protect your skin and guard against heat illnesses.

Keeping cool and staying hydrated are also important steps in preventing heat illnesses. If out and about, be sure to know where the nearest public cooling station is. You’ll often find them in libraries, senior centers etc. Make sure to drink water and replenish your electrolytes. We will explore more about electrolytes on page 2. Stay cool, stay safe and enjoy the summer! 
                                                  
~ Golden Horizons Office Team

Mr. W's Newsletter Inspiration

​“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did.” ~ Attributed to Mark Twain 
“Go to heaven for the climate, hell for the company.” ~ Attributed to Mark Twain
Cultural Tidbit: This month, Mr. W sent us two quotes, allegedly penned or said by Mark Twain. There is evidencethat he may not have been the original author of these quotes. Here are some sources to do your own digging:
  • https://quoteinvestigator.com/
  • https://www.nypl.org/blog/2013/11/22/how-to-research-quotations
Now for a bit about Mark Twain...the 6th of 7 children, Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born November 30, 1835, in Florida, Missouri. He is a famous American lecturer, humorist and author, most known for The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. 
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Much of his work was inspired by his career paths, including miner, river boat pilot, reporter. His lectures led him to travel the world from the shores of the Mississippi River to Europe and even Australia. He settled his family in our very own Hartford, CT, where his house is maintained as a museum. He died April 21, 1910, in Redding, CT. His pen name, Mark Twain, is derived from a river boat landsman’s call of 12 feet depth on the river; it is safe for the boat.

Caregiver of the Quarter

Q2: Diane F: When Diane joined the Golden Horizons team in February 2018, a couple of the office staff already knew her and thought she would be a great addition. She exceeded expectations. Steady and patient by nature, Diane has provided exceptional care for her clients. She is a true professional - always punctual and consistent with her shifts and communications with the office. Diane, thank you for your integrity, character, trustworthiness, hard work and dedication to your clients. You represent Golden Horizons well. Congratulations!

July Birthdays

​We would like to wish the happiest of birthdays to all our clients and caregivers with July birthdays. 
May this next year be full of 
blessings and adventures!

Clients
- Mrs. T, July 1
- Mrs. C, July 11
- Mr. L, July 12
- Mrs. F, July 16
- Mr. B, July 18

Caregivers
- Karen S, July 13
- Mercy A, July 16
- Les W, July 28
- Amanda M, July 29
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Electrolytes

We hear it every summer, “make sure to replenish your electrolytes”. How many of us know what they are? Let’s do a little exploring...Electrolytes are chemicals in our bodies that conduct electricity when present in water. They are essential to many of our bodies processes - regulating nerve and muscle functions, maintaining blood pressure and acidity levels, rebuilding deteriorated tissue and more.

Some of the main electrolytes found in our bodies include potassium, sodium, phosphate, magnesium, chloride, calcium, bicarbonate. These electrolytes serve various functions in the body. For instance, potassium, calcium and sodium are used to help muscles contract. If there is a deficiency in one of these electrolytes, the muscle contracting will be weaker, causing an imbalance. 

An electrolyte imbalance goes two ways - either too high or too low. Electrolyte levels will fluctuate depending on other factors in the body. When we are active, we lose electrolytes - especially sodium and potassium through our sweat (hence the summer push to replenish). If there is a major imbalance, symptoms may include weakness, muscle spasms, fatigue, blood pressure changes, diarrhea, vomiting, irregular heartbeat to name a few. Some causes of electrolyte imbalance may be as simple as sweat during activity and poor diet, or more serious including cancer treatments, heart disease, kidney disease. If you have any issues or questions regarding your electrolyte levels, be sure to speak to your doctor. If one has a poor diet, balancing electrolyte levels may be done with good sources like fruits, vegetables (kale, spinach), table salt, yogurt and more. For more, visit our blog. ​

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