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The Spirit
Many Places....One Spirit
Bethany of the Northwest Foundation
Volume 4, Issue 1
Operations Board
Eric Nicholson, President
Jerry Dawson
Pastor Susan Kirlin-Hackett
Gunnar Almgren
Linnea Covington
Dave Koenig
Rick Homme
Linda Whitesell
Marybeth Dingledy
Foundation Board
Deb Loughrey-Johnson, President
Jerry Wynne
Nola Franz
Pastor Tom Rohde
Jon Senn
Angela Cranford
Babette Babich
Jennifer Nolan
Jeff Gay
Emeritus Board
Karen Trana
Erling Hesla
Dan Schwardt
Victor Painter
Bob Westvang
Arlene Adams
mission statement
Bethany of the Northwest is a
continuing care ministry,
dedicated to enhancing the
quality and dignity of life of
those we serve, out of love
for God and neighbor.
Check Out Our
New Website:
www.bethanynw.org
February 2015
“Breakfast With Bethany”
Raises Over $57,000 For
Snohomish County Seniors
By Ken Hammond
Director of Development
The 5th Annual “Breakfast With
Bethany” fundraiser was held on
November 19, 2014, at the Everett
Holiday Inn, raising over $57,000 to help
our senior and disabled residents that call
Bethany, “home.” This year’s Master
of Ceremonies was Stitch Mitchell of
Everett’s KXA-1520 radio.
Everett
Mayor Ray Stephanson made some
opening remarks and was followed by
keynote speaker, Larry Hanson, longtime
publisher of the Everett Herald. Former
Everett Transitional Care patient, Paul
Dennis, also spoke to the large crowd
about how much he appreciated the
nursing and rehabilitation staff’s support.
Frank Fargo was selected as the
recipient for the prestigious 2014 Raili
M. Hanson Inspirational Award. The
recipients for this award are selected and
recognized for their outstanding volunteer
efforts in our community. Frank has
supplied over 6,300 hot showers for the
homeless in Snohomish County twice
each week at local churches for the last
six years. “A lot of people need help.
They’re needy, and they still are people.
And I like people.”
A big thank you to Christina Flores
and her hard-working crew at the Everett
Holiday Inn, and especially to all our
staff, volunteers, and attendees. If you
would like to be a donor for Bethany
of the Northwest, please contact Julie
Reymore, Foundation Coordinator, at
425-551-6340 or click to our website at
www.bethanynw.org.
(Above) From left: Jeff Hanson, Frank Fargo, recipient
of 2014 Raili M. Hanson Award, Larry Hanson
We appreciate our business
sponsors for their great support:
Wells Fargo/Wells Fargo Advisors
Puget Sound Kidney Centers
McKesson
Hyundai of Everett
Coastal Community Bank
Trinity Lutheran Church - Freeland
Telgenhoff Landscape Service
Quail Park of Lynnwood
Signature Home Health
Providence Regional Medical Center
Propel Insurance
Premier Long Term Care Pharmacy
Optum
Norco Medical
Mercury Pharmacy Services
MacDonald Miller
Kibble & Prentice
Infinity Rehab
Heritage Bank
Harbour Investment Management
Gentiva Home Health
Everett Community College
Dedicated Care Solutions
Adler Giersch, PS
Schmidt Advanced Dentistry
Oxygen Services Northwest
Matrx Pharmacy (MAY-TRIX)
Main Business Systems
iReverse Mortgage
Everett Builders, Inc.
Edward Jones/Jessica Pavish
Dignity Memorial/SCI
Danta Chase & Company
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Many Places....One Spirit
Getting To Know The TCU Therapy Team
by Jennifer Lara, Rehab Aide
We have such a great therapy team here at the TCU (Everett
Transitional Services). From therapists with 30+ years of experience,
to new grads who came to us as students, our collective knowledge
and passion make our team the best in the business. We provide our
patients with top-notch care....and it shows.
Our Director of Rehabilitation, Mo Pham, carries a full caseload
of patients (just like our other therapists), as well as managing
our department. She runs a tight ship and inspires us all to work
hard to keep up with her boundless energy. Everyone on the unit
knows “Mighty Mo.” She is an absolute dynamo and a world class
Occupational Therapist.
We have a large staff of Occupational Therapists, Physical
Therapists, two Speech Language Pathologists, and two Rehab Aides.
The unit is divided into three sections and overseen by our case
manager therapists:
Ruth Iiyama, PT (Physical Therapist) & Grace Manabat, OTR/L
(Occupational Therapist - Registered/Licensed)
Tammy Smith, PT, Beth Reynolds, PT, Catherine Schneider, PTA, &
Lisa Carroll, OTR/L
Chris Powell, PT, & Mo Pham, OTR/L
Our COTA’s (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) and PTA’s
(Physical Therapy Assistant), as well as our part-time licensed
employees really keep things flowing smoothly and help our case
managers to be efficient and effective. They work hard to be flexible
and productive. We couldn’t ask for better, and we definitely could
not do what we do without them! We can’t say “thank you” enough
to these therapists to keep our unit going:
COTA’s - Candy Diaz, Kristin Peters, & Mike Crenshaw
OTR/L’s - Colleen Thomas & Chrystal Holley
PT’s - Valerie Rust & Angie Reimer
PTA’s - Chelsey Steirer, Kristi Schule & Karen Williams
Rachel Hankins and Andrea Umayam, our spectacular Speech
Therapists, work together to provide speech services six days a week.
From swallow issues to medication management, they help our
patients to have safe discharges and the best possible outcomes.
We also have two RA’s (Rehab Aides) that keep the department
organized, and see patients for exercise programs. They help with
heavy patients, assist the nursing staff, and even break out the
toolbox to work on our wheelchairs and other equipment when the
need is there. Helen Skrabak, NAC (Nursing Assistant - Certified),
and RA extraordinaire, is here at the crack of dawn to set things up
for our therapists, collect data for insurance billing, carry out exercise
programs - and anything else that needs to be done. She knows what
we need before we even ask! Helen knows just about everything
there is to know about our unit!
Jennifer Lara, NAC, is our other Rehab Aide and administrative
support person. She schedules therapy for all of our patients, tracks
data for payment, keeps Mo organized, helps with staffing, and acts
as our “Tech Guru” as we move into the paperless age!
We really do have an amazing group here at the TCU Rehab
Department. Our patients and local physicians think so too. We are
so honored to be able to help our patients to get stronger and move
on to the next chapter of their lives with dignity. We appreciate the
opportunity to serve our community and help our neighbors.
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Many Places....One Spirit
Myra Servilla
LPN, Special Care Unit, Bethany at Silver Lake
Silver Lake Employee Of The Year - 2014
Myra Servilla is an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) at Silver
Lake’s Special Care Unit. Her calm, patient, and kind demeanor
keeps family members well informed about their loved one at
Bethany. Myra is very compassionate and thoughtful with her
patients. They congregate around her every day! She has done
an excellent job and recently earned her 10-year pin with Bethany
of the Northwest. Myra is originally from the Phillippines,
and has a daughter who is a senior in high school. She also
received Bethany’s 2014 Towel & Basin Award for outstanding
performance. Congratulations to Myra for earning Bethany at
Silver Lake’s 2014 Employee of the Year!
Susee Yogendran
Nursing Assistant - Registered, Bethany at Silver Crest
Bethany at Silver Crest Employee Of The Year - 2014
Susee Yogendran, NAR, has been with Bethany at Silver Crest
since May 2006. In that time, she has found her way into the hearts
of residents and co-workers alike. She has efficiently provided
care giving, medication assistance, and dietary aide duties. With
her gentle smile and quiet, compassionate demeanor, she is
eager to help out wherever needed. No one can remember her
saying “no” when asked to help out in any given situation. When
she doesn’t know the answer to a question, she knows who to
turn to for guidance, and is eager to help her co-workers do the
same. Susee’s sense of humor has been described as a “kick in
the pants” and her quiet efficiency brings calm to any situation.
This is Susee’s second time receiving Silver Crest’s Employee of
the Year, the first being in 2010. Not surprisingly, she also won
the Towel & Basin Award in 2012. We are lucky, indeed, to have
such a dedicated, friendly employee. Congratulations to Susee
for earning Bethany at Silver Crest’s 2014 Employee of the Year!
Marissa Muttkowski
Health Unit Coordinator, Bethany at Pacific
Pacific Employee Of The Year - 2014
Marissa Muttkowski is a Health Unit Coordinator for Bethany
at Pacific. She wears many hats. Residents, families and staff
all rely on her. Marissa has a very professional manner and
communication style. She is a wonderful team player with
excellent customer service. She is consistently pleasant and
helpful...goes above and beyond regardless of the situation.
Marissa has been with Bethany at Pacific for nine years and
resides in Marysville with her three children. She is a Silvertips
fan, and a tremendous asset to both the unit and the facility as a
whole. Congratulations to Marissa for earning Bethany of Pacific’s
2014 Employee of the Year!
Teresa Hardina
Registered Nurse, Everett Transitional Care Services
Everett Transitional Care Services Employee Of The Year - 2014
Everett Transitional Care would like to recognize Teresa Hardina,
RN, as our 2014 Employee of the Year. Teresa joined Bethany in
1981 as a Nursing Assistant. She continued on to nursing school
at Everett Community College and became a Registered Nurse in
1988. Teresa has worked for Bethany for about 30 years before
joining the Transitional Care unit in 2008.
Teresa is a wonderful asset to Transitional Care. Her
thoroughness is beneficial to our unit. She is kind and
compassionate to her patients and their family members. Her
skill level is excellent and she is always willing to help her peers.
Teresa resides in Marysville with her husband, has one son,
and three grandchildren. She also enjoys raising chickens and
working in her yard. Congratulations to Teresa for earning Everett
Transitional Care Unit’s 2014 Employee of the Year!
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Many Places....One Spirit
FundRai$er Tuesday at Red Onion Burgers
by Julie Reymore, Foundation Coordinator
Red Onion Burgers in Mountlake Terrace hosted Bethany of the Northwest
Foundation on December 16, 2014 for their awesome “FundRai$er Tuesday!”
Marta Street, Gloria Olson, Ken Hammond, Foundation Board member
Jennifer Nolan, and myself assisted the wonderful Red Onion Burgers staff
in making for a fabulous evening. Their burgers and entrees were delicious,
plus lots of staff, board members, volunteers, and even vendors joined in
the conversation, with lots of laughs, and a great time! Red Onion Burgers
donated 100% of their cash tips, 50% of their credit card tips, and 20% of the
nights sales for a total of $550 to go directly to our residents who call Bethany,
“Home.” Red Onion Burgers is at 21005 44th Ave West in Mountlake Terrace,
near Albertsons. For more information, click to www.redonionburgers.com.
Bethany staff members
Gloria Olson & Julie Reymore
Garden Court’s “Giving Tree”
by Sammie Proud, Activities Director, Bethany at Pacific
How can we help each other?
Four years ago, the residents at Garden Court, a beautiful independent living
facility in South Everett were looking for a fun “project” for the holidays, so
they decided to help our residents at Bethany at Pacific by putting together a
“Giving Tree.”
The Garden Court residents decided to buy Christmas gifts for every
resident at Bethany at Pacific. The Giving Tree has now become an annual
holiday tradition. Not only are these gifts items that our residents need, but
how much the residents at Garden Court enjoy giving them!
Garden Court residents helping out
with presents from The Giving Tree
Garden Court also sponsors a fun Valentine’s Tea here at Bethany. Their
residents join our residents by listening to music and enjoying each other’s
company.
Thank you Garden Court!
Bethany’s 10th Annual
OF THE
Christmas Gifts!
Featuring:
~ Sampling of Distinct Northwest Wineries, Breweries,
Distilleries and Non-Alcoholic Beverages ~
~ Large Silent Auction & Live Music ~
~ Raffle Trip Giveaway for Two to Iceland or Hawaii! ~
(Courtesy of Tangerine Travel)
Tickets
Only
25
$
Save The Date
Friday, April 17, 2015
5:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Xfinity Arena Grand Ballroom
www.bethanynw.com
For more information or tickets, call Julie Reymore, Foundation Coordinator at 425-551-6340
Activities Staff from Bethany
and Garden Court by the
Bethany Van packed with gifts
There are many ways to support Bethany of the Northwest Foundation
Your gifts may be unrestricted and used in the area of greatest need, or you may specify that your gift be targeted
to a particular program or purpose. Some people use annual giving to support the on-going need of Bethany, while
others use gift planning to leave a legacy or make major gifts during their lifetime. Others may choose to share the
gift of time or talent by volunteering for a Bethany event or committee.
Credit Card/Checks/Cash: We accept personal checks payable to Bethany of the Northwest Foundation. Gifts
can also be made online using a credit/debit card. Bethany can also set up a reoccurring gift if you choose to give
on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis.
Honor Gifts: Honor gifts are used to pay respect to a family member, work associate, or a friend. The
contributions are made in the name of an individual, and the honored individual is notified that an honor gift was
given in their name. Honor gifts can also be made to celebrate a special event.
In Memory Gifts: In Memory Gifts are used to pay respect to a family member, friend, or associated that has
passed away. The contributions are made in the name of the deceased individual, and the family of the individual
is notified that a gift was made in their loved ones name.
Gifts of Appreciated Securities, Real Estate, Closely Held Stocks: These are alternatives to cash/credit card gifts.
These gifts generate a double tax benefit. Donors receive an income tax deduction for the full fair market value of
the property, while avoiding capital gains taxes. Please call the Foundation for more information.
Employee Giving: Bethany would like to thank all the staff members who generously support our mission and the
Foundation through their giving. Payroll deductions are used often and it is a convenient, safe way for employees
to contribute from each paycheck. If you are currently not giving, and would like to, there is a payroll deduction
form available on our website, or in our payroll department on the 4th Floor. We encourage you to participate at
any level you are comfortable with.
Restricted Gifts: Designated to a particular Bethany facility, program, or activity.
Planned Giving/Bequests: A simple intention in your Will/Estate can make a tremendous difference in the lives of
many after your passing. Over the years, Bethany has been blessed with Estate Gifts that have left a legacy to help
others for years to come. You can donate to Bethany of the Northwest in a number of ways that include:
For more information on how you get involved, call Ken Hammond, Director of Development,
at 425-551-6403, or email at: kenh@bethanynw.org
Thanks for your support of Bethany of the Northwest!
www.bethanynw.org/donate
There are many ways to support Bethany of the Northwest Foundation
Your gifts may be unrestricted and used in the area of greatest need, or you may specify that your gift be targeted
to a particular program or purpose. Some people use annual giving to support the on-going need of Bethany, while
others use gift planning to leave a legacy or make major gifts during their lifetime. Others may choose to share the
gift of time or talent by volunteering for a Bethany event or committee.
Credit Card/Checks/Cash: We accept personal checks payable to Bethany of the Northwest Foundation. Gifts
can also be made online using a credit/debit card. Bethany can also set up a reoccurring gift if you choose to give
on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis.
Honor Gifts: Honor gifts are used to pay respect to a family member, work associate, or a friend. The
contributions are made in the name of an individual, and the honored individual is notified that an honor gift was
given in their name. Honor gifts can also be made to celebrate a special event.
In Memory Gifts: In Memory Gifts are used to pay respect to a family member, friend, or associated that has
passed away. The contributions are made in the name of the deceased individual, and the family of the individual
is notified that a gift was made in their loved ones name.
Gifts of Appreciated Securities, Real Estate, Closely Held Stocks: These are alternatives to cash/credit card gifts.
These gifts generate a double tax benefit. Donors receive an income tax deduction for the full fair market value of
the property, while avoiding capital gains taxes. Please call the Foundation for more information.
Employee Giving: Bethany would like to thank all the staff members who generously support our mission and the
Foundation through their giving. Payroll deductions are used often and it is a convenient, safe way for employees
to contribute from each paycheck. If you are currently not giving, and would like to, there is a payroll deduction
form available on our website, or in our payroll department on the 4th Floor. We encourage you to participate at
any level you are comfortable with.
Restricted Gifts: Designated to a particular Bethany facility, program, or activity.
Planned Giving/Bequests: A simple intention in your Will/Estate can make a tremendous difference in the lives of
many after your passing. Over the years, Bethany has been blessed with Estate Gifts that have left a legacy to help
others for years to come. You can donate to Bethany of the Northwest in a number of ways that include:
For more information on how you get involved, call Ken Hammond, Director of Development,
at 425-551-6403, or email at: kenh@bethanynw.org
Thanks for your support of Bethany of the Northwest!
www.bethanynw.org/donate
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Many Places....One Spirit
There are several activities planned each day in which I can
take part. Some I attend regularly, and some I’ve never yet tried
because I’ve been busy entertaining my visiting friends or tutoring
my previous students.
I DON’T know why Jesus didn’t take me Home when I hit the tree.
I DO know that God’s Word promises me - and ALL who trust in Him
- His peace and joy.
Really. He does. I double checked...
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in
Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy
Spirit” (NIV). Romans 15:13
Sherry Esp and Ken Hammond, Director of Development
Someone Is ALWAYS Available For Me
by Sherry Esp, Resident, Bethany at Pacific
My name is Sherry Esp. My story is how God provided His peace
and His joy through my tragedy.
I lived alone in a secluded cottage. I had neighbors nearby with
whom I prayed and socialized with, and sometimes depended on for
help with things I couldn’t reach, lift, or clean because of my Multiple
Sclerosis. I lived independently, taught Junior High English happily,
and though I had to drive with hand controls, teach classes from
a power chair, and use a scooter to shop and go to appointments,
I competently solved the problems that came with worsening
immobility....until October 23, 2013.
Driving home from school that day, I swerved to miss on-coming
traffic, rolled my SUV, and collided with a very large, very immoveable
tree. The collision pushed my truck’s steering column into my chest.
After looking at the x-ray, the emergency room doctor approached
me in amazement. “You’re not broken,” he said. “I double checked.”
I lost my SUV, my secluded cottage, and my career because of
those few seconds. After a short hospital stay, I entered Bethany
at Pacific. I had no idea the blessings the LORD had planned for me!
Rod Vereb, Bethany’s Chaplain, offered biblical insight and
practical advice. In addition to his leading weekly worship services,
Bible studies, and song times, he visits with me and other residents
often to offer a word of prayer or encouragement.
Physical therapists come to my room almost daily. Because of
God’s grace, their skill, and my perseverance, I’m now able to walk
400 feet with assistance on a walker.
I have learned from the empathy of Bethany’s nurses and aides
who so lovingly have cared for me and for others. I make mental
notes and often pray that I would learn to respond to needs as they
do.
I don’t have to travel to the grocery store or prepare my own
meals. I get menu choices, and the aides try valiantly to meet each
resident’s dietary restrictions and preferences.
I don’t have to clean the floors or take out the trash....my only
“chore” is to be grateful to and for Bethany’s housekeeping staff
members who do those things for me.
Someone is always available if I need help with ANYTHING. It’s nice
to have a tender, professional nurse nearby. It’s nice to have an aide
coming to help me who has a unique skill set and a compassionate,
generous heart.
Did You Know?
by Pastor Rod Vereb, Director of Pastoral Services
Did you know that Bethany has 32 sponsoring Lutheran
congregations in the greater Everett area?
We are so blessed to have such wonderful support from our
pastors and congregational members! During the year, I find
myself visiting some 20 congregations on Sundays, speaking
about Bethany, making sure that our partnership continues
to be strong and vibrant. It is a great joy to meet and share
ministry with so many pastors and congregations. We pray this
new year will bring joy and love in our partnership together.
Silver Lake Shows Their Colors
by Karen Davis, Activities Director, Silver Lake
Our men’s group at Silver Lake gets together every Tuesday.
One of our volunteers, Jay Morris, is the program leader. He
helped some of our men put the birdhouses together, and as
dedicated Seahawk fans they decided to decorate them. In
Seahawk colors! The birdhouses brighten up our courtyard too.
Jay and his team received a request to make more of them for
our south unit courtyard.
They are excited for their new task!
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Bethany at Pacific - Skilled Nursing
916 Pacific Avenue, Floors 3, 4 & 5
Everett, WA 98201
Everett Transitional Care
Sub - Acute Care Unit
916 Pacific, 6th Floor
Everett, WA 98201
Bethany at Silver Lake - Skilled Nursing
2235 Lake Heights Drive
Everett, WA 98208
Bethany at Silver Crest - Assisted Living
2131 Lake Heights Drive
Everett, WA 98208
Bethany at Silver Crest -Providing Assisted Living....
another part of our “Continuum of Care”
Many people often ask us what the difference is between assisted living and nursing home care.
Assisted living residents do not require the assistance of a licensed nurse on a 24 hour basis. Per
the State Regulation, they should be both “predictable and stable.” In other words, they are safe to
be behind closed doors in their apartments and don’t need to be observed over extended periods.
At the time of admission, a negotiated service plan is created. This plan would have a set of
services delivered at a predetermined time. These might include such things as meals, toileting,
dressing or medications. A resident’s needs may change throughout their stay, so it is important to
review and update the service plan to reflect these changes.
CEO ­— Denney Austin
Bethany Senior Leadership
Denney Austin
Chief Executive Officer
LeAnn Knipple
Chief Financial Officer
Debra James
Administrator - Pacific Campus
Mel Everett
Administrator - Silver Lake & Silver Crest
Barbara Haas
Director of Human Resources ­
Pastor Rod Vereb
Director of Pastoral Care
Ken Hammond
Director of Development
A vibrant activity schedule must be maintained to meet the psycho-social needs of this
population. This would include outings and field trips which are both enjoyable and therapeutic.
Most residents living in an assisted living community participate at some level in these activities
which adds to their quality of life.
Assisted living is a State program, in contrast to nursing homes where it is both a State and
Federal program. An annual inspection is conducted by State Surveyors in every licensed assisted
living community. Regulations are unique to both nursing homes and assisted living communities.
These inspections usually last from three to five days by a team of surveyors.
Please join me in congratulating Mel Everett, Administrator, Heidi Niswanger, Community
Manager, and Pam Baudry, Health Services Director, for receiving a “Zero Deficiency”
inspection recently at Bethany at Silver Crest. We are blessed to have these individuals as part of
the Bethany Team.
Denney Austin
CEO, Bethany of the Northwest