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Dear Forest Hills Family and Friends,
October was quite a busy month for us at Forest Hills. We enjoyed a successful
Walk to End Alzheimer's with our community (
see photos here). Thank you to those who were able to join us and support this important cause. Our team page is still open, if you did not yet get the chance to
donate here.
It was a big news month for us, including a television story about our residents, recognition for our Nurse Educator, and more! Be sure to read on in this newsletter to get the full scoop.
For news around campus, our Life Enrichment team says farewell to Debbie Childs, while Claudia Campusano steps into a new role as Life Enrichment Coach. Claudia will continue to schedule all medical appointments for residents and family members requesting transportation, though she will no longer drive the van. Shalena Toney has joined us to serve as our new driver and we know she will be an excellent addition to our team!
Thank you to all of the family & friends we get to see visiting us at Forest Hills. Hope to see you around!
Sending my warm regards,
 Mary Savoy, RN, MS, LNHA
Executive Director and Administrator
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MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT
October 15 - December 7, 2018
There's still time: Medicare Open Enrollment for the coming year runs until December 7th. During this period, you can switch from original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, or vice versa. You can also switch from one Medicare Advantage plan to another, or from one Medicare Part D (prescription drug) plan to another, or you can drop your Medicare Part D coverage altogether.
If you have experienced claim denials and/or would like to learn more about Medicare, please
click here for a brief, user-friendly explanation.
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Forest Hills Selected for Pilot Program
Enhancing the care of residents with dementia
Forest Hills of DC and Forest Side Memory Care have been chosen by the Alzheimer's Association to participate in a six-month pilot of a program that could enhance the care of residents with dementia. McKnight's Senior Living highlighted the program in a recent article.
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Forest Hills Nurse Educator Recognized
Janice Johnson, leader in infection prevention
For the first issue of their upcoming quarterly newsletter, DC Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI) Advisory Committee will feature Forest Hills Nurse Educator, Janice Johnson, BSN, RN-BC.
Janice joined Forest Hills in March of 2016 as RN Educator and Infection Preventionist, responsible for all staff training and in-service programs. Prior to Forest Hills, Janice served as Director of Nursing and Geriatric Nurse Manager at the Carroll Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Providence Hospital.
Janice is readily recognizable by her big smile, positive attitude and clean white lab coat. Congratulations Janice!
Stay tuned for the article in the January 2019 issue of the HAI Program's newsletter.
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Forest Hills Residents on WUSA 9 TV
Judy and Bartley O'Hara on TV
Last month, Forest Hills residents Judy and Bartley O'Hara were interviewed by WUSA 9 reporter Gio Insignares. The interview was an intimate discussion of the O'Hara's life together, the value of telling their story and making it available to others.
Read more here
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November Life Enrichment Programs at a Glance
NEW! Regular outings offered this month at 10:30am
Tue., November 20th
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Scenic Ride, Classical Music & Coffee Break (Autumn in DC, Rock Creek Park and surrounding areas) (Assisted Living) with Claudia & Toney
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Fri., November 23rd
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Scenic Ride, Songs from famous Crooners (Rock Creek and Georgetown) (Health Care Center) with Toney & Monica
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Wed., November 28th
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Lunch Outings (Restaurant TBD) (Assisted Living and Health Care Center) with Claudia & Toney
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Highlights from the upcoming month
Wed., November 7th
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10:30am - Robert Jenner: The Life of Frederick Douglass (LIB)
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Fri., November 9th
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2:00pm - Movie & Popcorn: Three Identical Strangers (LIB)
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Mon., November 12th
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10:30am - Current Events with Lenore (LIB)
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Tue., November 13th
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3:00pm - Town Hall Meeting (CR)
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Thu., November 15th
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10:30am - Life Stories & Meaningful Memories (LIB)
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Sat., November 17th
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10:30am - Broadway Classics with Bertram McLeish (LNG)
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Mon., November 19th
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10:30am - Art Lecture with Joey Manlapaz (LIB)
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Thu., November 22nd
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Happy Thanksgiving!
10:30am - Holiday Reminiscent Group (LIB)
12:30pm - Thanksgiving Dinner (All Dining Rooms)
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Sat., November 24th
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10:00am - The Crown (LIB)
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Wed., November 28th
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2:00pm - Poetic Expressions with Steven (LIB)
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Thu., November 29th
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10:30am - Robert Jenner: Las Vegas (LIB)
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PROGRAM LOCATION KEY:
(CR) Conference Room (AH) Assembly Hall
(DR-1) Day Room, 1st floor (LL) Lower Level
(LIB) Library (LNG) Lounge
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Ceca Award Winner
Vivian Ojo-Felix
Congratulations to Vivian Ojo-Felix on winning the Ceca Award! We celebrated the award at Forest Hills with some of the nice things residents and peers had to say:
"I know it's in a nurses make up to have empathy and compassion, but with today's changes in the healthcare industry it's not easy. I was overwhelmed with joy and pride to see Vivian give that extra touch when one of our residents was actively dying. She did not want her to die alone in her room. She made the resident her #1 priority even after she passed. She stayed in the room with friends and family and assisted with whatever was needed."
"Vivian runs a tight ship on her unit - loved and respected by all residents, families and staff. Recently, a long-time resident was passing and Vivian was present when the family was unable - when they arrived they were very moved by her compassion."
Thank you, Vivian, for all you do for our residents and our community!
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Support Forest Hills
Forest Hills of DC is a not-for-profit organization, committed to providing all the essential services needed for a supportive journey from retirement through the end of life. Your gift is tax deductible to the extent provided by law as a charitable contribution. We appreciate your support of our organization.
Donate now
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