Jean’s Register Jean Sandel Retirement Village
Autumn edition 2019
Our annual Children’s Party was a great success
Meet Ellen
Bowls challenge
Car club
Greetings from Izak... Hello and welcome to the autumn edition of Jean’s Register. We have had a busy start to the year with our Retirement Villages Association audit, which we passed with flying colours. A big thanks to our hardworking team! What an excellent result. We also hosted our annual Children’s Party, listened to great music in the park, and celebrated all things love with our Valentine’s Day barbecue.
I have now been at the helm of this community for almost a year and it is such a joy to come to work – from the beautiful gardens and friendly residents to the wonderful atmosphere. I would not change it for anything. My family and I are very happy in New Plymouth and you have made us feel very welcome. Thank you. Kind regards,
There is always something going on at the village so please come and join us at our upcoming events, including our Easter celebrations. We have welcomed a number of new residents to our family recently - I know they are going to love village life here at Jean Sandel.
Izak Luther Village Manager Ph: 06 751 4420
A note from Michelle... I hope you had a lovely holiday season. I also enjoyed spending some time with my family. We were proud to sponsor the Alzheimer’s charity mixed fours tournament, which was held at Waimea Bowling Club. The tournament raised $860 for Alzheimers New Zealand. At the village we have held some great events including an enduring power of attorney presentation with Fleur Coombe from Govett Quilliam. We also had Angela Maindonald from Robert Angus Real Estate talk about selling your home. There are plenty more great events coming up and I hope to see you at one soon. Pictured: Graeme Phillips, Michelle Lord-Roper, Ted Normanton and Neil Wolfe at the mixed fours tournament.
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Michelle Lord-Roper Sales Advisor Ph: 06 751 4504
Village news
Children’s Party Our annual Children’s Party was a blast! Around 200 children burst through our doors as we celebrated the family day with horse rides, laser tag, a bouncy castle, dunk the clown, water runners, kids Zumba and a magic show. Residents and their family members could also snap a photo at the photo booth to mark the special day. As the kids arrived everyone received a stamp and a water bottle, and the magic show kicked everything off. After playing most of the afternoon away, the children got a break and munched on chicken nuggets, mini hotdogs, meatballs and much more. We had a wonderful time and we can’t wait for next year! Pictured: Everyone enjoyed our kids Zumba class. Inset: The photo booth was a highlight for the young and old, including Jill and Jenna Bailey.
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Long Road Home brings team together Ryman supports veterans’ charity event A memorial service to celebrate the end of The Long Road Home charity trek brought a tear to the eye for many involved in the walk. The walk was organised to raise awareness for post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI), and was sponsored by Ryman Healthcare. The early new year trek from St Arnaud along 110km of high-country station roads ended in Hanmer, on January 12, with a memorial service at Soldier’s Block in the South Island township. Dozens of onlookers gathered at the block to hear accounts from the New Zealand Mounted Rifles Charitable Trust (NZMRT) team that took part in the horse-ride and walk. They had followed the route taken by soldiers returning from World War 1, 100 years ago, but with the benefit of blue-sky days and a support team.
The event remembered that soldiers returning from WW1 were often left to make their own way home. Many felt abandoned, hopeless and segregated from their fellow Kiwis after witnessing the horrors of war. The walk was a success and Ryman has signed on to support the trek next year, and the plan is to make it an annual event. The trust was also in contact with overseas groups, to help spread the idea of supporting those with PTSI. PTSI continues to impact the lives of soldiers that have served in arenas such as Korea, Malaya, Vietnam, Timor and Afghanistan. “I think 800 people a year are exiting our current armed forces … some of those will definitely be suffering from PTSI,” Mark said.
Organisers Bernard Shapiro, Murray Hill and Mark Appleton, president of the NZMRT, said the group was raising funds for people suffering from PTSI as a result of traumatic events.
The walk was a success and Ryman has signed on to support the trek next year, and the plan is to make it an annual event.
There were wreaths laid at the memorial on behalf of Ryman, a sponsor of the trust and its work.
Above: NZMRT members, Ryan Haigh and Anna Keehan, with their horses.
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Book review
Dust to Gold The compelling story of Bendigo station, home of Shrek. Written by John Perriam and photographed by Stephen Jaquiery. This fascinating history of Central Otago’s iconic Bendigo Station is illustrated with stunning photographs of a wild and rugged landscape. It also showcases the farms owners, the Perriam Family as well as stockmen, animals, wildlife and memorable characters including the legendary Shrek, filling the pages with vibrant colour. Shrek was the woolly hermit merino, whose story captivated the world when he was discovered high in a mountain cave after avoiding muster for six years. Read about his famous discovery and his subsequent travels throughout the country as an ambassador for Cure Kids. Incidentally, all profits from the sale of Dust to Gold will also go to Cure Kids, a worthy charity for sick children. As you read, you begin to feel part of this resilient family, joining them in their struggles and setbacks as they nurture the land in their care while also promoting their merino breed of sheep from “fleece to fashion”. I felt their pain as they watched their family’s original farm, brimming with memories and dreams, sink below the waters of Lake Dunstan: the trigger
for the eventual purchase of Bendigo Station. From droughts, weeds, gorse and rabbits to indifferent bureaucrats and meddling politicians, many battles were fought and not always won. The Perriam family story is a compelling one. “For me it was a nostalgic reminder of my roots in the nearby North Otago high country.” This is a book for rural and urban dwellers alike. For me it was a nostalgic reminder of my roots in the nearby North Otago high country. It is also an insight into the lives of those who work with and care for our land and country, a blue print on diversifying and a connection with the past for us all. John Perriam’s prose is easy and uncluttered, with the pages full of accurately drawn high country characters and the sometimes cruel events impacting on the lives of his family. Reviewed by Phyllis Thorby Edmund Hillary Retirement Village.
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Melbourne bowls challenge Ryman supports trans-Tasman bowls excursion A group of Charles Upham village lawn bowls enthusiasts have made the most of a trip across the Tasman making friends and enjoying some Ryman hospitality in Melbourne. The group of bowlers and supporters from the Canterbury-based village took on some of the best from Australia at Melbourne greens located at the Glen Waverley Bowls Club, not too far from where Ryman’s Weary Dunlop and Nellie Melba villages are based. They won the right to represent Ryman having topped a South Island Ryman village competition held at Charles Upham village in November. The bowlers Barbara McJarrow, Bruce McCorkindale, Alan Pegley and Frances McDowell plus supporters Trevor McJarrow, Anna Armstrong and Gill Small flew out on Boxing Day and stayed in Australia until New Year’s Day. Ryman is a major sponsor of the Glen Waverley club and bowls carnival. Alan says the team competed on four of the five days in the open competition. “The calibre of competition was of a very high standard with many of the locals having represented Victoria and Australia,” Barbara says.
“We won a few and lost more than we won,” Alan adds. Two days saw temperatures in the mid-30s, with more than 150 players at the club to contend with the sweltering conditions. The thermometer reached 36.4 degrees on the first day. Between them the group members have been bowling for a considerable number of years and have watched changes in the game including more modern bowls running on a ‘tighter draw’, meaning they don’t have to be played so wide. Nowadays the events are social, colourful and regularly held at most Ryman villages.
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Gemma wins the Cashin Scholarship Gemma Ballantyne’s year has got off to the best start possible thanks to the 2019 Cashin Scholarship.
Gemma has opted for a pharmacy degree after her first year, which adds another four years at university followed by an internship.
Gemma, 18, will use the scholarship to fund her pharmacy studies at the University of Otago in Dunedin.
Gemma’s looking forward to starting back at university and says the scholarship will be a big help with a busy year of learning ahead.
She was thrilled to get the news.
“I’m thrilled to win and I’m honoured that the Cashin family selected me,” Gemma says.
“I’m thrilled to win and I’m honoured that the Cashin family selected me.” “It’s awesome to win. It means that it will ease the financial stress this year and allow me to focus on my studies so that I can be the best that I can be.” Gemma has been part of the Ryman family since 2016, when she was a part-time receptionist at Anthony Wilding Retirement Village in Christchurch.
“I’m really grateful.” Blair Cashin, Mike Cashin’s son, said the family wished Gemma all the best with her studies. There were 100 applicants this year, a record for the scholarship.
The Cashin Scholarship
She says she loved the job from the very start. “I was 16 and it was my first job and I couldn’t have had a better place to work. I loved talking to the residents, they were always interested in what I was studying and it was like having 200 grandparents.” In 2018 she began her first year at university, studying health sciences at Otago University. She worked at Yvette Williams Retirement Village in Dunedin part-time to support herself.
The Cashin Scholarship was established to honour the memory of former Ryman director Mike Cashin. Mike was a strong believer in the power of education to change lives and was a great advocate for Ryman Healthcare and its staff. The scholarship is designed to provide a helping hand to members of the Ryman family who are taking on tertiary study. Each year the Cashin family help select the winner of the $5,000 grant, which is intended to help with study costs.
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Serviced Resident Profile
Meet Ellen
eventually we took up the opportunity to manage a small country tavern, which led to us managing the Paritutu Tavern in New Plymouth. It was a busy life, which we enjoyed, until Joe’s health deteriorated rapidly, which turned out to be an undiagnosed heart condition. Joe passed away in 1988. Life changed irrevocably. With two sons overseas and my daughter in Palmerston North, I decided to move to Palmerston North. My life was very full enjoying my grandchildren and working as a medical secretary at Palmerston North Hospital. I had always wanted to travel, and I frequented Sydney, Melbourne and Perth and then went to Tasmania to search out my father’s roots. I’ve visited Bahrain several times, as well as Saudi Arabia, Oman, Britain, Ireland, Malta and the Channel Islands.
I’ve visited Bahrain several times, as well as Saudi Arabia, Oman, Britain, Ireland, Malta and the Channel Islands. Hello, my name is Ellen May Shaskey. I was born in Gisborne in 1931 and educated at St Mary’s Convent school.
I was also fortunate to lay flowers on my oldest brothers grave in the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Arezzo.
My husband Joe and I have five children, one daughter and four sons, which made for a fairly tumultuous household. Joe was in the building industry, a plasterer, but suffered from arthritis from a young age. His condition grew worse and
I didn’t want to retire in Palmerston North, so I moved back to Hamilton and lived in Ryman Healthcare’s Hilda Ross village for 13 years. I recently moved over to a serviced apartment at Jean Sandel and couldn’t be happier.
Village news
Bowls challenge Jean Sandel independent residents challenged another retirement village to a friendly bowling tournament. It was the first meeting of a sixweek challenge. The residents loved spending time together in a friendly competitive atmosphere.
It was a beautiful day and Jean Sandel won! After a wonderful six weeks we are looking forward to challenging the team again soon. Pictured: The residents enjoy a superb day of competition in the sun.
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News from our Care Centre Residents
Out & about
Rock ‘n’ Roll BBQ
Our resthome residents enjoyed a van outing recently. They visited the Puke Ariki museum and enjoyed the illusions exhibitions. Then it was off to the beach for an afternoon picnic and some fresh sea air!
The resthome and hospital barbeque had a fantastic 1950s rock ‘n’ roll theme. The activities room looked like an authentic 50s café, and live music and dancers made it spectacular. A scrumptious meal was topped off by old fashioned cream soda.
Pictured: The beachside location proved a winner for our residents.
Pictured: Decorations and classic rock ‘n’ roll add to a good time for our residents.
Staff Profile
Introducing Rosecilla
Hello, my name is Rosecilla Isabel Saulon and I have been the hospital activities coordinator since November 2018. I was born and grew up in the Philippines. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in literature and I’m also a registered nurse in the Philippines. Before coming to New Zealand, I worked as a nurse in a tertiary hospital.
I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in literature and I’m also a registered nurse in the Philippines.
I came to New Zealand to study diversional therapy at Kauri Academy in Auckland, and while studying at Kauri, I was able
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to get work as a caregiver at Ryman Healthcare’s Grace Joel Retirement Village. After I finished my studies I continued working at Grace Joel as assistant activities coordinator/caregiver. I worked there for nearly three years until I was offered a fulltime position here at Jean Sandel. I love taking care of my husband and daughter, and in my free time I like eating out and visiting new places.
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Savoury or sweet profiteroles Ingredients ¾ cup water 125g butter 1 cup high grade flour
Pinch of salt 4 eggs
Savoury filling 150g middle rindless bacon
Sweet filling 200g fresh or frozen raspberries 3 tbsp icing sugar 2 tbsp lemon juice 200ml double cream 150g white chocolate 50g shelled pistachio
(diced)
500g smoked chicken breast (diced)
125g sour cream 125g mayonnaise ½ cup spring onions
A note from Ryman chef,
Timothy Garlick This makes a delicious finger food as it’s small and easy to eat. It’s always a big hit with everyone and you can change it up and serve it as an entrée or dessert. This is on the menu at Jane Mander Retirement Village and the residents absolutely love it!
(finely chopped)
Profiterole method
Sweet filling
• Preheat oven to 180˚C. • Bring water to the boil in saucepan, add butter and stir until melted. Sift in flour and salt, and mix with a wooden spoon over a low heat until the paste starts to dry out. Allow to cool. • Place paste in a bowl and beat in eggs, one at a time, mixing really well after each egg is added. • Place tablespoonfuls of mixture onto a tray lined with baking paper. Bake for 20 minutes. Cool profiteroles on a wire rack.
• Put the raspberries, icing sugar and lemon juice into a food processor or mini blender and blitz until smooth. Press through a sieve into a bowl. • Whip the cream until stiff, then fold in 4tbsp of the raspberry sauce. Spoon the filling into a piping bag and make a hole in each profiterole. Make sure the profiteroles are cool before piping in the filling. • Break up the chocolate into a small bowl and melt in the microwave on low for 1½-2 mins. Leave to cool briefly until slightly thickened. • Carefully spoon the melted chocolate over each filled profiterole and sprinkle with pistachios. Leave to set. To serve, drizzle the remaining raspberry sauce over the profiteroles.
Savoury filling • Fry the diced bacon and place in a bowl to cool. Add the diced chicken with the sour cream, mayonnaise and spring onions. Slice the top off the puff, add the filling and put the lid back on top. • Serve with your favourite chutney.
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Village news
Vintage car club It was a fantastic day for our car enthusiasts at the village. John Mutur from the Vintage Car Club brought along some of his members as well as five cars! The cars included a blue Model A Ford Town Sedan, a green 1922 Willys Knight,a Bronze 1939 Plymouth, a black 1931 Model A (left-hand-drive from San Fernando Valley), and a red 1923 Darracq. Residents had the chance to take a ride in these classic motors. It was a fabulous afternoon and we’re looking forward to the club’s next visit. Pictured: Our residents loved the Willys Knight classic from 1922.
Izak Luther Village Manager Ph: 06 751 4420 Call Izak for general enquiries, or information about resthome, hospital and dementia care.
Michelle Lord-Roper Sales Advisor Ph: 06 751 4504 Talk to Michelle for information about independent apartments, townhouses or serviced apartments.
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