May 2024

APD Recruits Train with Seniors at A.G. Rhodes

Atlanta Police Department Academy recruits held a volunteer and training day at A.G. Rhodes Atlanta on May 10 to learn how to work with older adults.

Recruits participated in a “virtual dementia tour” that simulates the physical and mental challenges those with dementia face. They also volunteered in group activities, playing BINGO (a resident favorite!), tie-dyeing shirts, and helping assemble new bedside tables.

We hope this glimpse into our wonderful community of residents and perspective on those living with dementia serves them well as they begin their careers.

Read an article in the Fulton Neighbor.

Celebrating A.G. Rhodes Care Partners

May is an important month in our communities: it's when we celebrate Older Americans Month and National Skilled Nursing Care Week and honor the essential roles that nursing homes and nursing home staff play in our communities. As part of our celebrations, we honored Care Partners at each home for their exemplary work, outstanding accomplishments, and stewardship of our mission.

We are proud to recognize the following Care Partners for 2024!

A.G. Rhodes Atlanta

Rhodes L. Perdue CNA of the Year: Tasha Anderson
Rhodes L. Perdue CNA of the Year Runner-Up: Carlene Blake-Guthrie
Nurse of the Year: Patrick Ogwu
Nurse of the Year Runner-Up: Alicia Mayse
Harve Bauguess Customer Service Award: Jeffrey Hall

A.G. Rhodes Cobb

Rhodes L. Perdue CNA of the Year: Guerlande Samedi
Rhodes L. Perdue CNA of the Year Runner-Up: Rose Waiyaki
Nurse of the Year: Avinash Talasila
Nurse of the Year Runner-Up: Margaret Ngatia
Harve Bauguess Customer Service Award: Bibiana Monroy-Arias

A.G. Rhodes Wesley Woods

Rhodes L. Perdue CNA of the Year: Ashley Johnson
Rhodes L. Perdue CNA of the Year Runner-Up: Ophelia Kandakai
Nurse of the Year: Shelley Hayden
Nurse of the Year Runner-Up: Valeria Robinson
Harve Bauguess Customer Service Award: Jornette Pless

Generation Connect Service Camp: the most fun and rewarding service camp!

Do you know a teen who will be a rising 9th-12th grader this summer? Encourage them to be part of this amazing experience from June 24-28 at A.G. Rhodes Wesley Woods!

Volunteer with our fun elders!
Earn service hours for school!
Make new friends!
Lean about careers in healthcare!

Offered in partnership with Pebbletossers—a youth development nonprofit—this fun and unique service opportunity promotes intergenerational relationships between high school students and A.G. Rhodes elders. Pictures below from Generation Connect 2023.

Space is limited so click here for more details and to apply today!

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Lacing Up for Wellness

As part of our Live Well Employee Wellness Program, A.G. Rhodes partnered with Big Peach Running Company to come to all A.G. Rhodes homes and offer shoe fittings and discounted running/walking shoes. We appreciate this partnership as we strive to provide convenient wellness opportunities for our Care Partners.

Happenings in Our Homes

May is Older Americans Month but every month we celebrate the wisdom and vibrancy of the older adults at A.G. Rhodes and the communities in which they live. We've had so much fun this month with activities from Twin Day, shopping at the Country Store with BINGO "dollars", hosting GSU Nutrition students for an "Introduction to Horticultural Therapy", Nurses Week celebrations, a Paint 'n Sip party, ice cream social, and more!

Team Updates & Accolades

We're delighted to welcome new team members to A.G. Rhodes! See our latest staff updates. And here's what a recent short-term resident had to say about his care experience at A.G. Rhodes!

"I was at A.G. Rhodes for rehabilitation. I'm a veteran and I've been to the VA Hospital for rehabilitation and two Hospital stays and I must say I felt like a soldier, expendable. At A.G. Rhodes I felt like family. Because of their care my stay was short because I recovered faster then the doctor thought." ~Jorge F.

Are you or someone you know interested in being part of our caring and compassionate team at A.G. Rhodes? Check out our latest job openings and apply online today!

In Memory Of...

Our condolences go out to the family and friends of our residents who have recently passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

If you have a loved one who was an A.G. Rhodes elder who recently passed away, email us at communications@agrhodes.org if you would like to include his or her name and link to the obituary in the next issue.

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