SECONDWIND DREAMS

Many of you know about the Second Wind Dreams program that grants dreams of residents of nursing homes!

Over the years the Henry County Homemakers and residents have been active in the Second Wind Dreams program.

On this page we'd like to share with you some of the completed dreams and those that still are awaiting fulfillment.

See below for on-going dreams and dreams that perhaps you can make a dream come true.

#65 Dream Fulfilled!

Beatrice Smith (above and left) was honored with a reception/reunion/recital provided by Second Wind Dreams ® at Homestead Nursing Center this past week for her dedication over the years to teaching piano in Henry County. It was a surprise event and Beatrice thought she was being asked to play the piano for an event at Homestead. After opening the program by playing several numbers she was then surprised when Activities Director Vicki Atha told her that the event was really in her honor to recognize her for “many years of outstanding contributions to music education and performance in Henry County Kentucky”. Then Beatrice enjoyed hearing several of her former students play for the group. There were over 70 residents, family, friends and former students in attendance and everyone enjoyed great fellowship and food and the chance to grant the dream of a wonderful woman. For more information on how you or your group can provide a dream contact Vicki Atha at Homestead, the Henry County Extension Office or Sue Barnett, committee chairman.

Wind Dreams granted:

6. Would like to go shopping trip at Wal-Mart and lunch out-Jericho Homemakers took 6 for breakfast at Cracker Barrel and shopping trip-March 2007.

7. New Bible-Pleasureville Christian Church (Cathy Clubb and Cathy Moore)-March 2007.

8. New Outfit and Purse from Wal Mart-Pleasureville Chrisitan Church-March 2007.

9. Lunch at Our Best by Smithfield Garden Club April 2007.

10. Resident visited daughter’s home by Homestead.

11. New White Lab jacket with name on it purchased for a resident - Pleasureville Christian Church.

12. Box of chocolates is being decorated specially for a holiday and is being taken to a resident (an Easter Bunny on top for Easter, Flags for Flag Day etc.!) by Zelma Winchester.

13. Resident got to see her grandson sing-by Homestead.

14. Resident got to go home for the day-by Homestead.

15. 8 residents, 7 dream grantors, and 5 staff members went to the Depot Restaurant in Pleasureville for lunch and had a great time-by the Margaret Hayden Bible Group.

16. Trip to Dollar Tree and out to lunch.

17. Resident received a new pair of blue jeans and a shirt from the Town and Country Homemaker Club.

18. Committee purchased a fabric gazebo and 6 lawn chairs for the resident’s courtyard.

19. Ice Cream Party at Dairy Queen sponsored by Eminence Christian Church June 12 for 12 residents and 6 staff members. Ice cream sponsored by Dairy Queen!

20. Trip to County Fair planned by Saundra Smith (Lions sponsored Fair tickets and Our Best sponsored dinner).

21. New Baby Doll for a residents doll collection by Sue Barnett.

22. Belterra Trip-sponsored by Bill Bob and ReMax-8 went. The lady whose dream it was took $10 and played the penny slots-she went home with $240!!

24. 2 new dresses-(size 16)-Zelma & Friends.

25. The committee assisted with the redecoration of the dinning room in a Cracker Barrel type theme.

26. Portable DVD Player for resident who cannot speak and likes to sit in front hall and watch movies and yet be close to the ‘action’ rather than in her room-by Young Adult Sunday School Class at the New Castle United Methodist Church.

27. UK Outfit for sports fan-United Methodist Women-New Castle.

28. Veteran’s Day Program-Alvin Roberts attended.

29. Portable DVD player-by Cathy Shilts.

30. Jim Prewitt provided a demonstration and talk on carving/whittling.

31. Susan Coleman presented Virginia with a painting of her little Jack Russell Terrier-Chris who is also a resident at Homestead Nursing Center!

32. Zelma Winchester provided a CD player and an Alan Jackson tape to grant Barbara’s dream! Zelma had wrapped the gift as a huge Easter present with egg decorated paper and a bunny!

33. “Mad Hatter Show” by Barbara Ann Callahan-225 historical hats presented in celebration of Mother’s Day and Derby Day to about 70 residents and community members. We also had decorated hat cookies to celebrate the event.

34. Wheeler received white tennis shoes size 12 wide-by Margaret Hayden.

35. Resident received two new outfits from the United Methodist Women.

36. Trip to White Castle Sponsored by New Castle Christian Women’s Fellowship in May 2008.

37. Staff Appreciation Day on June 13: Sandwiches sponsored by Alice Ferguson at Chat ‘n Nibble, cookies & help by Margaret Hayden, Doug Kalbfleisch, Sue Barnett, Edith Tennill, Wanda Thurman, Sharon Fields, Chips and Drinks sponsored by donation from Shirley Sills, more drinks by Betty Peyton.

38. Edward -requests flowers to give to his wife: unfortunately he died before the dream could be granted. Sue and Margaret took a plant to his wife.

39. Margaret requested costume jewelry-unfortunately she died before the dream could be granted. The Busy Bee Club donated the jewelry to Homestead for their prom.

40. Alma wanted a new jump suit (large) and a haircut and perm-granted by the United Methodist Women.

41 and 42. Betty wants an activity mat that straps to her gerichair- Joe wants a sensory object/ball-Committee voted $250 to be spent on these type accessories for Homestead-out of the Diversity Award money. Sue and Thelma were purchasing one set.

43. Eva-requests new pants – Clothes by Marilyn Rose, New Castle Baptist Church and Town and Country Homemakers.

44. Myrtle – new clothes taken on a trip to the Catholic Church by Pleasureville Baptist Women.

45. Alvin – attended Harvest Showcase and Lunch at the Farmers Market.

46. Lap Robe Project-18 lap robes were made by Edith Tennill, Saundra Smith, Helen Coombs and Joyce Spears. They were made from heavy white towels purchased by the New Castle United Methodist Women. They also made 18 large wash cloths from the scraps!

47. The committee purchased $250 in activity mats, balls and apparatus for the Dementia Patients.

48. Nola received several beautiful dresses thanks to Melodye Fletcher and Team Kids at Campbellsburg Baptist church are planning to take her for a banana split this fall.

49. Margaret Hayden donated some wooden stool woodworking kits that had belonged to her husband. Vicki reported that the residents really loved them and especially enjoyed the sanding! We have committed $100 to purchase some other woodworking items. Sue is checking with her church and Colleen has offered to assist with this.

50 Residents wanted to cook fresh green beans, corn on the cob etc. The food service staff donated some garden produce and the residents broke enough beans for dinner. They loved doing it and wanted to break some more! A great opportunity to stimulate conversation about “back when”.

51. Butterfly Program: Vicki had shared information on this “end of life” program where the family of residents or the resident can choose to have a special quilt used on their bed that indicates that they are near the end of their lives. Helen and Thelma made them and then they also provided some fleece lap blankets (Sue too) and pillows. About 5 quilts/10 blankets and 6 pillows.

52. Alvin attended the Historical Society picnic that featured Pleasureville at the Sewells on Labor Day.

53. Ray wanted a meal at White Castle-We bought 2 boxes of frozen White Castle Hamburgers and Cheese burgers and delivered them. He said they were “awesome”. Will get him some more later.

54. Dave Stahl and Reid Moore provided a concert on Thursday, September 25th for the residents. This was Virginia’s dream arranged by Saundra Smith.

55. Maryellen took glamour shots of the residents on Sept. 26 and provided each with an 8x10 of their best shot and a second page with small photos of the other 4-5 shots and a cd that family can take and have copies made. Special thanks to Mona Huff who donated the photo paper!

56. Juanita received the crochet flag blanket that was made by Martha Rose Tipton, arranged by Saundra Smith.

57.Gladys wanted a trip to Chat n’ Nibble by Jo Brewer and Franklinton Baptist Youth Group took 5-6 in September. It was a huge success, they had flowers and balloons.

58. Saundra Smith’s dulcimer group played for the residents at a special concert at Homestead.

59. New Castle United Methodist women provided small poinsettias for each resident at Christmas.

60. Valentine party for residents: held on February 13, music by Ruth Ann Mills Moore and our own Vicki Atha! Cupcakes by Helen Davis, Edith Tennill, Saundra Smith, Margaret Hayden, Sue Barnett, Thelma Moody Clark, Colleen Douglas, Lennie Taylor, Carolyn Jeffries, Wanda Thurman (did I leave anyone out?). Thanks to Sharon for the punch and for arranging for Ruth Ann Mills Moore. Carnations provided at a discount by the Flower Box. King and Queen crown provided by Maryellen.

61. DVD’s and CD’s: thanks to Annmarie Ivers, Sharon Fields, Irene Smith, Rosa Lee Grigsby, who else???????????????????????

63. One volunteer from Body Recall is going to help with bingo on Saturdays.

65. A special surprise reception/reunion/recital was held for long time piano teacher Beatrice Smith by the Second Wind Committee. There were over 70 friends, family and residents in attendance to honor Beatrice.  Beatrice herself and several of her former students played the piano for entertainment and the committee and Homestead provided delightful refreshments. Beatrice was presented with a certificate of appreciation for her dedication to teaching music, she was overwhelmed and thoroughly enjoyed the event.

NEW Dreams Fulfilled:

Alma Casey Roberts Clements 100th Birthday Celebration.

Garden Boxes at Twin Oaks, fulfilled by the Lions' Club.

New List received from Vicki last month:

Vicki needs some volunteers to assist residents when they play Bingo-right now they are playing at 2:30 on Mondays, 10:30 on Wednesdays, and 10:30 on Saturdays.

Vicki needs some volunteers to help residents remember how to knit and crochet (Sharon is going to check with a group at her church).

Not selected yet:

Nadine wants a meal at Cracker Barrel-Pat is checking with the Smithfield Baptist WMU

3 ladies (Sally and Sue) who are roommates want to eat at a seafood restaurant. Zelma is going to sponsor

They need CD’s and DVD movies that would be enjoyed by residents. Music from the 30’s through the 70’s (ex: Frank Sinatra, Big Band, Dean Martin, Perry Como, Old Time Country, Semi-Classical, Old Standard’s Blues).

Offers of dreams:

1. Susan Coleman-a trip to the farm

Other Ideas:

1. Art classes for residents/art show for public
2. Shadow Boxes
5. Sue is writing individual thank you notes to those who are sponsoring dreams!

Maryellen Garrison

Henry County Extension Agent
For Family and Consumer Sciences