. . . that you can read our Green Leaves newsletter on-line?  Read the latest issue of Green Leaves right now!

 

. . . that ten Evergreen residents "put their hands to history" by participating in the painting of the new city of Oshkosh mural?  The 72-foot long by 8-foot tall original artwork is being created to depict historical Oshkosh.  It is a cooperative project giving the people of Oshkosh the opportunity to join hands in creating the special pictorial.

. . . that pet lovers are happy at Evergreen?  Many residents enjoy the fact that they can own pets at Evergreen.  Pets are allowed in the Village, Evergreen Homes and Manor Apartments as long as the resident owner is able to take care of the pet without assistance from Evergreen staff.  Pets must also be approved by the Independent Living manager (who is a pet lover herself!) just to make sure that the pet will not be a nuisance to other residents.  Pets are also welcome as visitors in the other areas at Evergreen.

 

. . . that physical therapy can address the postural instability that may occur with vertigo or dizziness? Stop by the Cedar or Cypress Center to learn more!

. . .  that residents ranked Evergreen at 4.60 on a 5-point scale for "Overall Satisfaction" on the Annual Resident Satisfaction Survey this year?  The ranking was the average response on the following scale to the question "What is your overall level of satisfaction with Evergreen?"

               5 = Very satisfied

               4 = Satisfied

               3 = Somewhat satisfied

               2 = Dissatisfied

               1 = Very dissatisfied

This average score has trended upward over the past six years as Evergreen continues to create exceptional environments and experiences for residents!

 

. . . that Evergreen has a new Ageless Art Center?  Located off the Commons, the Center provides an opportunity for residents to have fun while learning something new. Weekly classes invite residents to explore and experiment with many forms of art. The emphasis is on the creative process rather than the final piece and no experience is necessary! 

. . . that a two-day seminar on implementing high-performance work systems was held June 29 and 30 at Evergreen Retirement Community? Sponsored by Wisconsin Center for Performance Excellence and Evergreen Innovations Network, the seminar familiarized participants with the Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence, a management framework based on cutting-edge best practices from the highest-performing organizations in the world. Read more.

. . . that Evergreen has adopted a highway? On three Saturday mornings this year, employees and their families will spend several hours picking up trash along the section of roadway that Evergreen has sponsored on Hwy E from Claireville Road to Sand Pit Road in partnership with the Adopt-a-Highway program.  The next work date is July 24.

 

. . . that people with Multiple Sclerosis are often more successful with completion of therapy and other daily activities in the morning?  Typically individuals experience increased fatigue in the afternoon in the extremities, speech, bowel/bladder, muscle coordination, and vision.  Read more about Evergreen Therapy Services.

. . . that we have a new 3-minute virtual brochure to introduce Evergreen to you?  Contact Lindsey Monroe at lmonroe@EvergreenOshkosh.com or 920-237-2128 to request your free copy.

 

. . . that you can follow Exhibits at Evergreen on Facebook?  Let us know you like the exhibits!

 

. . .  that Evergreen has installed a hearing loop in our Chapel to assist those with hearing aids equipped with T-coils?  Sound is transmitted directly and wirelessly without background noise or interference to better serve our residents and community members.

 

. . . that Evergreen was highlighted in the March issue of Women Magazine?  An article about design features in housing included insights from Evergreen and photos of Evergreen residents and living options.

 

. . . that Evergreen is featured in the February 2 issue of US News and World Report? 

These Nursing Homes Care About Their Elderly Charges. 

At new-culture facilities, the emphasis is on respect for residents and a

homelike setting.  Dick Harron's buddies think he's off his rocker when he tells them "how much fun it is" to visit his 99-year-old mother at her nursing home. "It sounds strange," says the Oshkosh, Wis., retired sales manager, but "when I walk in there, I feel good.

Read more from US News and World Report on-line report.

 

. . . that Evergreen staff members share our expertise around the country?  In March, Evergreen teams presented "Bathing Transformation: Personal Hygiene to Spa Experience" and "Laughter- The Spoonful of Sugar We All Need" at the Life Services Network Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL.  In May, the spa experience presentation will again be shared at the Texas Association of Homes and Services for the Aging Annual Meeting in Houston.  Just another way that Evergreen demonstrates commitment to our vision of being a leader in transforming long term care!

. . . that Evergreen employees participated in the 2010 Help for the Homeless Campaign which provides assistance to those in our local community who are in need?  Staff generously donated much needed personal items such as soaps, paper products and cleaning supplies to this worthy cause.   
 

. . .  that you can get updates about the new construction on Highway 41 in Winnebago County on-line? 

Follow these links for updated information:

          US Highway 41 project from the Department of Transportation - with
          renderings of new interchanges
          US Highway 41 travel conditions
          Highway 41 project details from Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce

Or review these Wisconsin Department of Transportation newsletters:        

          Highway 41 Project Newsletter - Summer 2009
 

. . . that The GardenSide offers restaurant-style service for anyone who wants to enjoy a meal in Evergreen’s main dining room?  Residents and visitors may stop in The GardenSide at any time during our new hours and order directly from a menu.  No need to pre-select your meal or make reservations in advance!  A stylish décor, made-to-order menu items and expanded service hours.  Just one more way that Evergreen is here to serve you!  Click here for a sample menu.

 

. . . that Evergreen sponsored gifts and food baskets for four families in partnership with the Adopt-a-Family program?  Residents and staff contribute to this community outreach project each year during the Christmas season.

 

. . . that Evergreen participated in the Oshkosh Seniors Center Granny Smith Run/Walk last October?  Several Evergreen staff ran in the race and others worked as volunteers.  Evergreen Retirement Community was one of the major sponsors of the event.

. . . that Evergreen Retirement Community has again been recognized by the Wisconsin Forward Award, the state’s premier organization for the promotion and recognition of high performance management principals? Evergreen was honored as a 2009 award recipient at a ceremony and reception in Madison. Award-winners demonstrate refined approaches, good-to-excellent results, and are considered industry leaders and role models for other organizations. Read more in the press release about the Wisconsin Forward Award. 
 

. . . that Rebecca Schroeder, RN, BSN, BSW, is our Community Services Manager?  Her primary responsibilities include overseeing Evergreen’s newest business venture, Evergreen At Home. The new business provides home care services to older adults in the community.

. . .  that Evergreen again supported the Oshkosh Area United Way by helping to kick-off the 2009 campaign as a Pacesetter organization?  Evergreen residents and staff have generously contributed to the United Way for many years and this is the third year in a row that Evergreen has participated as an early Pacesetter.  

. . . that Evergreen Registered Nurses Jane Peters, Creekview South Clinical Coordinator and Sarah Salzeider, Creekview North Clinical Coordinator, are certified as Culture Change Nurse Coordinators? They each completed an intensive Culture Change training program and an examination by the American Association for Long Term Care Nursing to receive the credential of CCNC-C.
 

. . .  that Jane Peters, RN, Creekview South Clinical Coordinator, was featured in the Spring 2009 issue of Wisconsin Nurses magazine?  The three-page article focused on the positive aspects and rewarding benefits of working in a long-term-care setting. She encouraged other nurses and students to consider the long-term-care environment when making career choices.  Jane is a past winner of the Nightingale Award for excellence in nursing.    

 

. . .  that Evergreen Innovations Network (EIN) has a new product, the Learning Wave™, which is now available for sale! The Learning Wave™ has been used at Evergreen Retirement Community for the past 17 years and is designed to prepare all staff in creating a quality culture focused on providing services to residents, while giving staff the opportunity to engage in their workplace.  EIN is a business venture, launched by Traci Raether, VP of Quality & Organization Development, to assist other organizations in identifying tools and practical approaches necessary for successful culture change, process improvement, and teamwork.

. . .  that Evergreen has been awarded the Governor’s Worksite Wellness Award – Silver Level?  The award signifies Evergreen's commitment to building a work environment that enables employees to develop and maintain lifelong healthy behaviors. Evergreen - a great place to work!