Golden Nuggets Newsletter, Nov. 2016

A publication of Golden Horizons Elder Care Services, Inc.

Celebrating 20 Golden Years in business! Thank you for the privilege of helping you and your family take care of your loved ones these last 20 years. Here’s to 20 more!

Lisa Gradzewicz, Founder & President

Office Celebration Quotes

"I am so proud of my mom! Being a single parent in itself is not an easy task.  Twenty years ago she had a dream to start Golden Horizons and she made her dream come true. I love you!" ~ Megan, Vice Pres. 

I Am So Proud of My Mom!

Megan Gradzewicz

"Way to go Lisa! Twenty years and still going strong! You’re such a positive role model for staff and caregivers. You’re strong yet compassionate. I’m so happy to be part of the team."
​                             ~ Sarah, Director of Client Services

Way to Go Lisa!

Sarah White

"20 years of making it happen! You had a dream, had the courage to step out and manifest it and today, your vision for personalized care is realized. Congratulations!" ~ Caitlin, Marketing Coordinator

20 Years of Making it Happen!

Caitlin Reynolds

"Lisa, Congratulations on 20 years in business! Hard to believe I’ve been here for 14 of them. Best wishes for continued success!"
​~ Jan, Chief Operations Officer

A special thank you to our Veterans and current Armed Forces. Without your continued dedication and sacrifice, we would not have anything to be
thankful for. We will Remember.

Messages of Thankfulness

This November at Golden Horizons, we are are focusing on a theme of thankfulness as it pertains to our lives, our families, our fortunes, our health and our well-being. We wanted to hear from you.
​Thank you for sharing!

“I’m thankful that every day is a brand new day. I’m thankful for
my family, my friends, my eyes to see and my ears to hear. I’m so
thankful for 20 years of prosperity with Golden Horizons. Our
clients and caregivers have become like family.” ~ Lisa

“I love November! Thanksgiving is my absolute favorite holiday! 
I have so much to be thankful for. Mostly I am thankful for my 
family and friends, the delicious turkey my mom cooks each 
Thanksgiving, for my health, my home, and for the wonderful 
caregivers and clients that I get to work with everyday.” ~ Megan

“I'm thankful for life and the energy that God gave me to take 
care of others.” ~ Anita

“These are the worst of times and the best of times. I long for the 
best. In spite of the conditions, there are many,  many good 
samaritans.” ~ Mr. W.

“I'm thankful for my health.” ~ Lynn

“I'm so thankful for life.” ~ Karleen

“I'm most thankful for my daughters and friends.” ~ Rose

“I'm most thankful for my family.” ~ Lynnie

”I am so thankful for a life full of blessings and gifts that God is 
continuously showering me with. The short list would include 
my faith, my loving husband, two wonderful sons, my pets, and 
my job. I am thankful to rise every day and use my gifts to 
improve the days of others.” ~ Sarah

“I’m thankful for my kids. They’re good and I love them.” ~ Kathy
“I'm thankful for so many things... my twin brother's family and 
my Golden Horizon's family. I'm grateful to be alive and enjoy 
the four season. I'm very grateful for the clients that I have and 
care deeply for.” ~ Diane

“Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.” ~ Jan

“I'm so thankful for being alive. God is in control and I am 
thankful for waking up every single day.” ~ Mariam

“I am thankful for the amazing community of people who have 
supported my family this past year.” ~ Amanda

“I’m thankful for breath in my lungs, faith in my heart and 
family and friends to do life with.” ~ Caitlin

“I'm thankful for my health and being able to help others 
because I'm healthy.” ~ Christine

“I'm thankful for having fairly good health; for knowing all of you
 [GHEC Staff] for so many years and working for you.” ~ Rosslyn

“I have a lot to be thankful for, I'm most thankful for my 
health so I can help others.” ~ Jacqueline

“We have been most grateful to Golden Horizons for the 
wonderful service you provided for my husband when he was no 
longer able to drive, but still had a yearning to pursue his many 
interests. To continue, your drivers were always very friendly and 
reliable, well-versed in the itinerary for the day, along with back 
up plans for alternative routing should the need arise. Thank you, 
Golden Horizons, for making the outings of his later years so 
pleasant and memorable.” ~ Most Sincerely, The Frank Family

Caregiver of the Month

November 2016: Alphy Thompson
Alphy joined the Golden Horizons team last October.  He is the text book definition of "one of a kind." His cheerful personality is as big as he is tall.  His joyful spirit comes through in his words and actions and he makes everyone he comes into contact with smile, even on their gloomiest day. He is a devoted caregiver with a kind and caring soul. We are fortunate to have him on our team. Congratulations Alphy! 

Recipe of the Month

Looking for ways to use up your leftover Turkey?? Look no more!!

Campbell's Turkey Divan Casserole
Ingredients:
1 lb fresh broccoli cut up, 1 1/2 c cut up cooked turkey, 1 can Campbell's broccoli cheddar soup, 1/3 cup milk, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar

Directions: Arrange chicken and broccoli in shallow 2 quart casserole. Mix soup and milk, pour over all. Sprinkle with cheddar. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes or until bubbly hot. Serve over rice or with mashed potatoes.

Thanksgiving Word Scramble

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5. fywelrmao     6. pnuimpk         7. kreytu             8. labltofo
9. mtunau         10. gnfifust
                                  ***Call GH Office for answers 860-388-1788

Health Benefits of Gratitude

Having an attitude and a mindset of gratitude has a powerful effect on our health and well-being. From the Latin gratia, which, depending on the context, means gratefulness, grace or graciousness, gratitude is a feeling of appreciation or thankfulness. In various studies, including those conducted by leading expert in 
gratitude research, Dr. Robert Emmons, Ph.D., of the University of California, the following has been found:

- Gratitude improves physical health.
- Gratitude improves psychological health.
- Gratitude enhances self-esteem.
- Gratitude improves energy levels.
- Gratitude reduces stress.
- Gratitude improves sleep quality.
- Gratitude enhances empathy.
- Gratitude decreases aggression.
- Gratitude promotes better exercise habits.
- Gratitude promotes better productivity. 
- Gratitude promotes progress toward personal goals. 
- Gratitude creates opportunities for better relationships.

When people are grateful, we see benefits individually, corporately, in business and in nations. The question is, how can we practice being more grateful? Studies found that those who practiced prayer and meditation tended to be more grateful. Other ways: write a thank you note, take a moment and mentally count your blessings and acknowledge what you’re thankful for, keep a gratitude journal. This November, take a moment to express for what and for whom you are thankful.

Sources:
- “In Praise of Gratitude”, Harvard Health Publications, 
​www.health.harvard.edu
- “7 Scientifically Proven Benefits Of Gratitude That Will Motivate You To Give Thanks Year-Round”, 11/23./14; Amy Morin, www.forbes.com
- Emmons Lab, emmons.faculty.ucdavis.edu

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​We want to hear from you! ​Call 860-388-1788, or email caitlin@goldenhorizonseldercare.com with your feedback.