Nazareth Home names Roberta Steutermann Director of Development

Nazareth Home names Roberta Steutermann Director of Development

Steutermann brings experience and leadership to philanthropic role

Nazareth Home officials recently announced the appointment of Crestwood resident Roberta Steutermann as director of development. Steutermann will play an integral role in advancing the mission of Nazareth Home by developing donor strategies, enhancing donor relations and increasing philanthropic support.

Mary Haynes said Steutermann is a great addition to the team, bringing vision and project leadership to the position.

“We are delighted to have Roberta on board,” said Haynes. “She has a passion for elders and a strong skill set to work with the community and corporate leaders to advance our mission through developing partnerships.  We have a committed board who are excited with Roberta’s leadership as we approach a stage of growth, all aimed at empowering those we serve.”

Stuetermann comes to Nazareth Home with 13 years of professional fundraising experience. Before joining Nazareth Home, she spent 11 years at Metro United Way as the regional development director for Shelby, Oldham and Bullitt counties. She is credited with growing the annual campaign 42 percent within these markets and creating innovative fundraising programs including, Farmers Feeding Families and Pearls for a Purpose. Her most recent position was director of development at The Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana, where she was responsible for driving growth by organizing 12 chapter-wide Walk to End Alzheimer’s programs and The Longest Day campaign.  

“I have a passion for finding innovative ways to drive revenue,” said Stuetermann. “I am thrilled to be joining Nazareth Home and looking forward to building a program that will ensure the mission of Nazareth Home will be sustained for generations to come.”

Nazareth Home is a long-term care and rehab center with specialty programs for short-term, inpatient and outpatient rehab, memory care and skilled care.

Stuetermann can be reached at rsteutermann@nazhome.org or 502-473-2375

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Celebrating National Skilled Nursing Care Week

Celebrating National Skilled Nursing Care Week

This past week we celebrated National Skilled Nursing Care Week, and while our celebration included social distancing and wearing masks, we had lots of smiles and laughter from the elders and our staff.

This year’s theme, Sharing Our Wisdom, was embraced by all. Throughout the week, elders and staff shared insight, purpose and wisdom from their life experiences, reminding us to be present, celebrate the small moments and value our family and friends. We found inspiration, hope, peace and joy in the wisdom and fun that was shared.

During the week, many games were played, like hallway bingo, and Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader. We celebrated until our bellies were full of cake, cupcakes, ice cream and pizza. We honored our Health Care Heroes and shared signs of wisdom with high school seniors.

We recognize the elders, their special relationships with our staff, and everyone that makes up our unique and wonderful community. Nazareth Home’s campuses are more than just buildings or places that take care of the elderly. They are homes full of love, wisdom and compassion that embody the true spirit of our healing mission.

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What is a Snoezelen Room?

What is a Snoezelen Room?

On any typical day at Nazareth Home Clifton, an elder with dementia might become agitated and confused. When this occurs, our staff can utilize the Snoezelen Room to provide stimulating options to calm the elder.

Snoezelen comes from the Dutch words “snuffelen,” to explore, and “doezelen,” to relax. A Snoezelen Room is a controlled, multisensory, therapeutic environment that soothes, stimulates and helps reduce agitation and anxiety. It can also engage and delight, stimulate reactions and encourage communication.

Snoezelen Rooms were first created in the 1970s for autistic children and later was developed for patients with dementia or for elders suffering from anxiety or confusion. It allows elders to seek out experiences that engage their senses of seeing, hearing, touching and smelling.

The dark space serves as a blank slate on which a variety of visual stimulation can be used, including bubble tubes, black lights with shimmering curtains and a projector that fills the room with images that could jog a memory.There are also textured boards and mats to stimulate touch, relaxing music and aromatherapy oils and lotions.  

Research suggests that spending regular time in a Snoezelen Room can have a positive effect on blood pressure and motor skills. It also can reduce the risk of falls because the stimulation helps maintain balance.

A Snoezelen Room is a powerful tool and one more way Nazareth Homes enhances the lives of the elders through innovative compassion and person-centered care.

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Stories in Mind Provides Engaging and Interactive Activity for Elders with Dementia and Alzheimer’s

Stories in Mind Provides Engaging and Interactive Activity for Elders with Dementia and Alzheimer’s

“There is no greater power on this earth than story.” – Libba Bray

Stories in Mind, a program facilitated by Tony Dingman, brings the magic of storytelling to life and the power of connection to elders living with dementia and Alzheimer’s at Nazareth Home.

Stories in Mind is a perfect example of our person-centered approach to care. Creative storytelling allows us to connect with each elder and provide an enjoyable and empowering moment. Elders can express themselves without any pressure or expectation. The activity doesn’t require memory; therefore the focus is on them being engaged, active and present.

Connecting with others is at the core of being human, and that doesn’t change when a person has dementia or Alzheimer’s. With Stories in Mind, we connect, instill hope, spark imagination and make the best of each moment.

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Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshop Engages Elders

Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshop Engages Elders

Living an active and engaged life with opportunities to grow and learn is essential at every age. Regularly participating in life enrichment activities promotes brain health and lowers health risks associated with isolation and loneliness.

Nazareth Home offers programs that are designed to nurture the mental, physical, spiritual and social aspects of elders. And creating community partnerships that focus on establishing relationships foster an empowering environment.

One of these partnerships is with Angela Burton, founder of Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshop. This workshop ignites memories and engages elders through writing and reminiscing. It focuses on creating an experience that provides a sense of community and purpose, fitting perfectly into Nazareth Home’s person-centered approach to care.

“Partnership is a profoundly important concept at Nazareth Home. One of our key values is collaborating with others who have the same type of drive and commitment,” said Nazareth Home Clifton Administrator, Lisa Biddle-Puffer. “Through these partnerships we enhance elder’s spiritual and emotional fulfillment, providing excellence in care.”

At Nazareth Home, it’s important to provide a healing ministry for the mind, body and spirit. Our dedicated team focuses on this mission by building partnerships that contribute to enriched, engaged and purposeful lives. Programs like Feet to the Fire Writers’ Workshop, empowers elders to make the most of life each day.

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We Love our Superheroes!

We Love our Superheroes!

It has been said that superheroes come in all shapes and sizes. And at Nazareth Home we know this to be true. We see it every day with our employees and the innovative, compassionate care they provide to the elders.

Our employees get to know the elders, along with their families, by building relationships and wholeheartedly supporting our person-center focus. They make Nazareth Home the special place that it is, and they are the reason we succeed. In fact, the extraordinary compassion and care that our staff provides is mentioned repeatedly in our reviews.

“Part of our mission at Nazareth Home is to embrace our staff, and serve them with the same innovative, compassionate care that we provide the elders,” said Human Resource Director Jennifer Smith. “It’s important that we make it easy for our staff to come to work, and enjoy what they are doing. Happy staff makes a happy workplace.”

We love our superheroes! Thank you to each of you for all your hard work!

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Volunteer at Nazareth Home

Volunteer at Nazareth Home

Make a difference in the lives of elders by volunteering at Nazareth Home. Spending time with older adults is a fulfilling experience, just ask our volunteers and staff. For every moment you share with them, you are blessed with a smile, laugh or life lesson.

Nazareth Home volunteers are a vital part of our person-centered care philosophy, offering their time, talent and gifts to love and serve others in every stage of life. And there are many ways you can help, from special events to everyday tasks.

Our volunteers work with our expert staff in all areas, from playing cards, reading to the elders, helping with the grounds, assisting elders to Mass, and so much more. It’s a great way to spend time with others and even make some new friends.

“I love the personal interaction with the residents. Many days I receive more than I give, and I hope I have returned to them the love they have given me,” said Charon Clayton, a 14-year volunteer at Nazareth Home.

If you’re interested in making a difference in the life of an elder, there are numerous volunteer opportunities available at Nazareth Home and Nazareth Home Clifton. To learn more or to fill out our volunteer application, visit nazhome.org/volunteer.

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