ALL JORDAN TOWERS EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES WILL REMAIN CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Please consider participating in the Boredom Buster Bingo. More information is in this month’s newsletter.
Maintenance Work Orders Only emergency work orders will be completed at
this time.
Staff will continue all other tasks while keeping within
the social distancing guidelines.
Please be sure to call in any work order so that we have it on record for when we are able to complete non–
emergency work orders. Non– Emergency
651-388-7571 Mon– Fri 8am– 4pm (Nights, weekends and Holidays you can leave a
message)
Maintenance Emergency During Business Hours
651-388-7571 After Business Hours
651-764-9586 Police Non– Emergency
651-388-3155
Tower Talk
Newsletter
Random Acts of Kindness
Do you know a fellow resident who goes out of their way to help others? Nominate someone by writing their name and why you are nominating them in the suggestion boxes in J1 and J2. (Located on 1st floor in each tower). Winner wins a $10 gift card to Randy’s
Restaurant.
There are many residents who are following the CDC guidelines by wearing masks and socially distancing. To show our appreciation, Jessica and Grace have randomly chosen one person from each tower to recognize for continuing to keep themselves and others safe during this time!
**Jordan 1 Winner– Mike Kave** **Jordan 2 Winner– Jeri Morris**
Thank you to Dennis Carroll for helping with grocery carts, holding the elevator for others, and for just being a kind person. ~Lois Dahling
I would like to thank Lisa Schendel for giving a thorough Fall cleaning to the 7th floor patio in J2. ~June Nelson
December Activities
NAPS Tues, Dec 1
10am J1 Café Jordan
*Staff will be deliver to your apartment for December.*
To find out if you qualify for the NAPS (Nutritional Assistance Program for Seniors) program, please contact Channel
One NAPS at 1-877-500-8699
Or
1-507-424-1704
New River Assembly of God Church is hosting a “Delivery” Christmas Dinner
Friday, December 25 J1 Café Jordan
Watch your mailbox outside of your apartment for more information and how to sign up for the dinner.
December
Birthdays!
12/7 Marlys Alms 12/16 Robert Hubble 12/19 Gregory Lange 12/21 Donna Langworthy 12/24 Leanne Maier 12/30 David CarrollLiberty’s Christmas Dinner Tuesday, December 22, 2020
5 pm
Due to COVID-19, a turkey dinner with all of the fixings will be delivered directly to your
apartment this year.
An individual invitation will be delivered to each resident explaining how to sign up for
this meal.
We are very thankful that Liberty’s is willing to offer us a wonderful meal again this year even though we are unable to be together!
Dial Back, Minnesota!!
COVID-19 Goodhue County Hotline 651-201-3920 or 1-800-657-3903
Open 7am– 7pm Daily
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to present an unprecedented and rapidly evolving challenge to our State. Minnesota has taken extraordinary steps to prevent and respond to the pandemic, but our case numbers statewide have continued to rise and our hospitals are reaching capacity. The data demonstrates that we’re facing a long winter ahead––but
together we can make an impact. While the present moment is challenging, we can begin to imagine the day a safe and effective vaccine becomes available.
Dial Back, Minnesota is a temporary pause of most social activities, in-person dining, sports, and indoor fitness activity. This four-week pause will be in place between November 20, 2020, through December 18, 2020. While some businesses can continue to offer goods and services in a safe manner, many others will again have to weather the challenge of adjusting their operations to “to-go” or virtual means. We hope these temporary changes will reduce the number of infections while safely supporting our schools, hospitals, and economy. Another important development is that our testing options have expanded greatly. There is now a range of accessible choices available, all with quick and reliable results. Minnesota remains dedicated to providing no-barrier access to testing to everyone who needs it, at zero cost. As we continue to experience a growing demand for testing, we urge you to follow recommendations on who needs to be tested and when, and to make appointments ahead of time when you can.
We all must continue to do our part. Wearing a mask is simple; nearly everyone can do it. When paired with other steps, like social distancing, washing your hands, testing often, and by following the guidance closely, we can stay safe and slow the spread.
Survival Guide to Social Distancing
If you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, you are not alone. Here is a
list of what you can do to overcome social distancing and isolation.
A benefit of COVID-19 is that you are able to experience solitude by having alone time to pray, meditate, and enjoy the arts. You can reflect and have a moment to be. Did you know, solitude can strengthen connections with others?
You can ask yourself the question, “How often have I offered to help someone?” Asking this question gives you a reminder of your values when you help others.
You should spend a minimum of 15 minutes a day with loved ones. Right now, a phone call or video chat is best. Even if you sit in silence and do not talk, just knowing you are with someone is beneficial.
When you communicate with others you should turn off all the distractions, such as the TV or radio. People’s minds race back and forth to multi-task. We cannot fully focus on two tasks at once.
Do multiple tasks that can get you outside to connect with others, such as shopping and other essential tasks that require being around people, while practicing the CDC
guidelines.
Some websites have events that could have socially distant activities. Usually these would be done virtually.
Buying a weighted blanket can provide grounding and comfort. Practice gratitude and compassion.
Be a friend to yourself. Slow down. Imagine a friend telling you, “May you be safe and protected. May you be peaceful and well.” Then, say it to yourself.
Think of your heart pumping blood to the rest of your body. The pause is what the heart needs to do to send blood to the rest of the body. You need to pause and slow down to take care of yourself.
You should ask yourself,
What do you love doing most? How come? What do you most dread? How come? How do you respond to stress? How come?
The Scoop-
Announcements from HRA and Social Services HRA ClosingsThe Red Wing HRA office will be closed on Thurs, December 24th and Fri, December 25th for the Christmas Holiday. The HRA will
also be closed on Fri, January 1, 2021. Christmas Decorations in J1 and J2 Friday, December 4th, maintenance will
collect all of the decoration containers. Monday, January 4th, maintenance will bring
empty containers to each floor. Monday, January 11th, maintenance will collect all of the Christmas decorations in
their containers. Room Rentals
There will be no room rentals within Jordan Towers until further notice.
Annual Recertications
The Red Wing HRA will continue to do annual recertifications through the mail until further notice. If you need assistance in completing them, please either contact a family member for help first. If you do not have a close family
member to help complete this, please call Cathy at the HRA office to make an in-person
appointment. 651-301-7012
Medicare Open Enrollment
Open enrollment ends on December 7, 2020. Go to Medicare.gov for more information or contact Jessica or Grace with any questions.
Alcohol Policy
The HRA has determined that it is acceptable to consume a reasonable amount of alcohol in certain areas of Jordan Towers. With that
being said, the use of alcohol must not threaten the health, safety, or right to
peaceful enjoyment of others. Public drunkenness and disorderly conduct by residents or their guests will not be tolerated
and will be dealt with according to the lease and alcohol policy.
Fire Safety
If there is a fire within Jordan Towers, it is recommended by the RW Fire Department that you “protect in place”. What this means
is that you are safe in your unit if a fire has broke out in the building. If the fire is in your unit, you must leave immediately. Otherwise,
stay in your apartment unless addressed by
Jordan Towers Social Services
Social Services Coordinator
JESSICA KITZMANN
J1 Office– 301-7018
Open Mon– Thurs 8am– 4:30pm
Resident Support Specialist
GRACE CEBULLA
J2 Office– 301-7035
Mon and Fri 8:30am– 4pm
Tues and Thurs 8:30am– 3pm
Jordan Tower I Sealant Project
The work on the air conditioner sleeves has continued and is expected to be completed by December 18, 2020. Once the air conditioner sleeve work is completed, all remaining work will be halted for the winter and will resume in the Spring.
Entry into Units: Each unit will need to be entered to install the air conditioner sleeve. The process to replace an air conditioner sleeve is approximately 2 hours in each unit. HRA staff will accompany the contractor and all parties will be wearing a mask. You will receive a notice in your box when they are planning to enter your unit.
Inspection of Inside Work: The architect and contractor will need to enter most of the units to inspect the work that was completed. It is planned to occur on Thursday, December 10, 2020. You will receive a notice on this as well.
Final Repairs and Installation: The contractor will need to access all units the week of December 14-18, 2020. This is to do any final repairs that may be needed and to install the new air conditioner covers. A notice will be sent out if needed.
Parking Lot: The parking lot is expected to be open on December 18, 2020. Balconies: The balconies are remaining closed during the winter months.
If you are under quarantine or tested positive for COVID-19, please call the office immediately to inform staff.
Cable and Phone Update
There has been a delay due to the pandemic and the new HD TV system is still being
processed. Once the HRA receives confirmation of completion, notices will go out with the date of installation for the new system.
On the date of installation, if you currently have our cable, staff will be entering your unit to program your TV. The channel listing will be the same plus some additional channels. For the DirecTV channels, there will be a guide channel. For the over-air channels, there will not be a guide channel. More information will be sent out with the notices.
As for your television set, this system will not work with tube TV’s or Element Brand TV’s. (Some options of TV’s that do work are LG, Toshiba, Vizio)
Maids in Minnesota Stacey Ledebuhr, Owner
612-245-5992 Duties include:
Grocery, meds or errands run
Basic housekeeping/ cleaning duties Laundry/ Bed making
Taking out garbage and recycling And more…..
Please see Jessica or Grace to see if you quality for the sliding fee scale. Mayo Community Health Lab
Services are currently on hold.
Senior Foot Care Clinic Vicki Hattemer, RN, BSN
651-380-4852
Services are currently on hold.
Please see Jessica or Grace to see if you qualify for the sliding fee scale.
Omega Home Healthcare LLC 1-877-517-0644
Homemaking services such as, laundry cleaning dishes, etc.
Home healthcare such as, assistance bathing, etc.
RN services such as, regulating medications, etc.
Please see Jessica or Grace to see if you quality for the sliding fee scale.
Omega Blood Pressure Checks
Services are on currently on hold.
Athena Counseling Services, LLC Stress Management, Heartmath Techniques,
Anxiety, Depression, LGBT, and more Silas Richardson, LGSW, LADC
651-764-2190
Family Fare Pharmacy
Delivers to Jordan Towers on Wednesdays Please call 651-388-3589
Walgreen’s Pharmacy
Walgreen’s Corner Drug is closed but Walgreen’s on Service Drive in Red Wing will
still deliver your medicine. Call them today. 651-327-5000
Boredom Buster Bingo is BACK!!!
If you are looking for something to pass the time during this “Dial Back, Minnesota” period, then we invite you to play Boredom Buster Bingo. It will begin on Monday, November 30, 2020. It will continue as long as people are interested.
How to Play:
Choose an activity from a Bingo square. Just X the square after you have performed that activity.
For every Bingo you get (Vertical or Horizontal), you will be entered to win a prize. A Bin-go is considered 5 spaces in a row that you mark an “X” on. You could have more than one Bingo on one card.
You will need to use a new Bingo card each week. You can get a Bingo card outside of Jessica or Grace’s office.
Bingo Schedule: 11/30– Bingo begins 12/7– Prizes drawn 12/7– Bingo begins 12/14– Prizes drawn 12/14– Bingo begins 12/21– Prizes drawn 12/21– Bingo begins 12/28– Prizes drawn
Every Friday, up to 3 winners will be drawn. Each Bingo will enter you into the drawing to win a $10 gift card to a local business. Prizes will be delivered every Monday.
**Note: You ARE allowed to win each week if your name is drawn again.
If you have any questions, call Jessica (651-301-7018) or Grace (651-301-7035). Remember: Place your name and apartment number on your Bingo sheet and return
your sheet by the following Monday if you got a Bingo.
Bingo sheets should be returned to Jessica or Grace’s box outside of their door.
Boredom Buster Bingo Card
B I N G O
Call and talk with Jessica 651-301-7018 or Grace 651-301-7035 Stretch for 15 minutes Meditate or learn about meditation Go for a walk outside or inside. Bake a treat and give it to a neighbor Cook a new recipe Write in a journal every
day for one week
Call and talk with someone you haven’t spoken to in a while Deep breathe for 5 minutes Start a puzzle in your apartment Draw a picture and hang on the outside of your door. Start reading a book
FREE
Space
Make a list of 20 of your favorite things to do Organize an area in your apartment Nominate a resident for Random Act of Kindness Write a poem. Share it with someone. Write a story from your childhood. Share the story with someone.List 20 things that you are
grateful for
Be brave and do something
you’ve been putting off
Continue Make a Dance for 10 Send a card to Do your Name __________________________________ Apt Number ______________
