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From the day I earned my open water diving certification in the Cayman Islands, I knew that someday I wanted to scuba dive at the Great Barrier Reef. I had heard so much about how amazing it was and I wanted to experience it for myself. It was my ultimate diving dream.
My time to fulfill that dream occurred in 2017 when I decided to finally book a trip to Australia. The trip was two weeks long and included time in Sydney, Canberra, Uluru and finally, the Great Barrier Reef.
Where to Stay
I stayed in the town of Port Douglas while I was visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Port Douglas is roughly a one-hour drive north of Cairns. It is said to have it all, including:
- The aquamarine waters of the Great Barrier Reef (GBR)
- The canopy of the Daintree Rain Forest
- The creeks of Mossman Gorge
- The palm fringed sands of Four Mile Beach.
Port Douglas is the only place on Earth where two World Heritage sites (the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rain Forest) meet.
I stayed at the Shantara Resort. It was clean, safe and within walking distance of the main road lined with many restaurants and shops. The rooms were full of hard surfaces, no carpet, which was perfect for all of my wet swimsuits and diving gear. The resort also had a couple of nice pools, which I liked to dip into after long days of diving.
It was the perfect home base for visiting the GBR and I would definitely recommend to others.
Choosing a Dive Company
There are lots of things to think about when choosing a dive company. I do extensive research before booking reservations with a dive company, no matter what part of the world I am in. My life depends on the quality and maintenance of their equipment and the expertise and experience of their dive masters. I will not compromise of any of these things and will pay more for them.
Because I booked this trip through a travel agent, I didn't get to pick out the dive company. It would be the first time I didn't get to research and choose my dive company. It made me very nervous. .
The travel agency chose the company Quicksilver. When I first looked at the company's website, I was nervous because the boats are very large. Large boats means a lot of people on the boat.
Instantly I wondered "What is the ratio of dive master to diver?" This is very important to me. I was assured there were only a safe number of divers per dive master for each trip under the water. Since they had experience with this company, I decided to trust them.
I found out on our first day of diving that most of the passengers on the boats were snorkelers, not scuba divers. This worked out well so my worries were for naught. The process was always the same. Once we arrived at our dive sight, the divers would get their gear on and get into the water and take off and then the snorkelers would jump in after that.
The reefs we dove were over two hours from shore both days so the large boat was appreciated (and probably necessary). The boats had decent food and the staff was always really friendly.
The first day, I was on a boat called Silversonic. The second day, Poseidon.
Day One of Diving the Great Barrier Reef
Before Australia, my last time scuba diving was four years prior in Maui. I was nervous about being rusty so before I left, I took a refresher course in Chicago at Underwater Safaris. Underwater Safaris is where I did my pool training before getting my certification so I was very familiar with the place. The refresher course went fine. The instructor told me I was all set.
Except I really wasn't.
Dive 1
My first dive at the Great Barrier Reef did not go well.
My weight belt wasn't adjusted correctly on the boat and when the dive master went to fix it in the water, it ended up being way too tight. I couldn't breath and then I panicked. Then I decided I couldn't do that dive so I went back to the boat. I was very deflated, sad and angry with myself. Diving is easy for many people but it is not for me.
There is a lot of equipment involved and so many rules to remember. I get overwhelmed. Diving is one activity that I would probably do better with if I was doing it with a friend or partner. Unfortunately, that doesn't happen often so I had to let it go and figure out how to move forward.
Instead of just hanging out on the boat feeling sorry for myself, I decided to grab some snorkel gear and snorkel instead. In hindsight, I should have done that from the beginning. It turned out to be a great way for me to get re-acclimated with the ocean and breathing through a device. And to make it even better, the snorkeling was really good too! I saw a shark, many schools of fish and lots of pretty coral.
The fact that I liked snorkeling was surprising to me because usually, I hate it. Most of my snorkeling adventures in the past have involved lots of getting kicked in head by other snorkelers because everyone is trying to stay together with a leader. It would drive me bonkers!
With Quicksilver, everyone jumped off the boat and did their own thing. It wasn't coordinated with a leader. We had the freedom to swim off in any direction and go at our own pace. It was relaxing and kicked-in-the-head free. Of course after each session, they would count everyone on board to make sure everyone (divers and snorkelers) made it back on board.
Dive 2
Then came time for the second dive. I was determined I could do it this time!
They dropped me back with the less experience divers so I could continue to acclimate to being underwater and it went really well. We went slow. The dive instructor was very patient. It was perfect and I was happy.
Dive 3
So I wasn't actually supposed to do a third dive. I only signed up for two. But because I bailed on the first one, they let me do the third and do it without being charged. This was very kind of them. It might seem like it wouldn't matter but I wasted an air tank with my failed first dive. Luckily they had extras on board and let me use one.
I am glad they did because this dive was my favorite. It is actually my favorite dive ever, of all of them I have done since getting certified.
The less experienced divers sat this one out so it was just the dive master and me. We were at a reef called The Nursery.
There were easily thousands of fish swimming around this reef in all different shapes, sizes and colors. I have never seen anything like it. There was also vibrant coral all around. At one point, I was swimming along, looking at the coral. I looked up at my dive master and he pointed to my right. I turned that way and unbeknownst to me, I was swimming among a large school of large fish. They were right next to me, swimming along as if I was a member of their posse. It was one of coolest things I have ever experienced. I wanted to pinch myself and ask if it was real life. It made my day and helped me forget the struggles from earlier.
Day 2 of Diving the Great Barrier Reef
Diving on day two was a breeze for me. I did three dives. All of them were successful. I was comfortable being back in the water again. I was fortunate to be assigned a great diving partner on day two, which was great! We worked well together and looked out for each other. That always makes diving less stressful for me.
The actual dives were all good. There was a lot to see but none of the dives on day two compared to the dive at The Nursery from day one.
So Was Traveling All That Way to Dive the Great Barrier Reef Worth It?
Yes. Absolutely. Without a doubt in my mind.
Reflecting back on my two days of diving the Great Barrier Reef, there were some struggles but I am so glad I fought through them and did it. It truly was the experience of a lifetime and I won't soon forget it.
If you to try diving the Great Barrier Reef, I highly recommend Quicksilver and their boats, Silversonic and Poseidon. Don't let the size scare you away. All of their equipment and dive masters are top notch. Everyone on board is treated (and fed) very well.
If you want to read more about my adventures in Australia, you can check out other posts here and here. Happy reading! 🙂


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During a whirlwind week in NYC for debut of my novel at Book Expo of America, I continued to teach two on the internet classes. The issue of how to manage credentialing for Adult Education inside the parameters of the new Regional Consortia method is difficult. Graduate or Doctoral students have an best chance to train for on the web teaching jobs ahead of graduation. On-line teaching jobs are planned early in the previous term so apply and be patient.
We are delighted to announce that Portland Adult Education's Academic System, which was based at the West College until July 2013, will be moving to the former Catherdral College (also known as Kavanagh) and opening its office in the new developing on Monday, September 9, 2013. The online programs are expanding quicker than on-campus applications at many college and universities around the nation. I passed then became intrigued with the reading lab applications and participated voluntarily.
Perhaps on-line education may seem a curiosity to our generation but it may possibly seem not so strange or uncommon to the up and coming generation, It will be a mere extension of what they are utilised to carrying out anyway. The knowledge and training you would get in typical college you will not find in online degree. You know why because prestigious institute and college don't think in on the web courses. In certain, we will want letters of support from folks and organizations that advantage from our applications. I recieved my MA in Adult Education and Distance Learning from the University of Phoenix On the web.

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One hundred years from now the great lesson of the past 60 years of violence between Palestinian's and Israeli's will be brutally simple: violence begets violence. For when that simple truth is forgotten (or ignored), violence becomes the only language that is understood. Violence becomes the dialogue and thus the reason for fighting at all. The original reason for the conflict fades away, seemingly unimportant. History is fraught with similar examples. Chris Hedges refers to it as "the language of death".
It has reached the point where the hypocrisy of both sides claiming the moral high ground while also killing each other at the drop of a hat has become both glaringly obvious and appalling. It's also obvious after 60 years that war is not going to bring about peace in the region.
Sadly, it's very hard to not look at Israel as the more powerful aggressor and the Palestinian's and Hamas as the underdog and oppressed, simply by virtue of the circumstances. Israel holds most of the face cards. (Please bare in mind that I"m in no way stating that the actions of Hamas are justified, but rather, that the line between the two sides has become blurred and, history will show, moot at this juncture.) As Glenn Greenwald points out responding to Israel's comments that the military campaign in Gaza may be escalated and the dropping of leaflets "warning" the Gazan population of impending military actions:
It's hard to imagine, short of full-on indiscriminate civilian bombing, how this attack can be "escalated." Is there any limit at all to the number of civilian deaths that Israel is willing to cause? And, given that Palestinians are not allowed to leave Gaza and have no safe haven within the Gaza Strip, what is the point of dropping leaflets warning the civilian population of "escalation" other than, as Moyers put it, to sow further terror?
They can't leave, even if they wanted to leave. And, there is a higher and much more historically unkind reality at work here: children are dying. Trapped like fish in a barrel. There's no other atrocity that is higher on the historical scale than the murder of innocent children. Alas, it's an atrocity that due to it's horrific nature, for some reason often goes undiscussed and unnoticed until years later. It's as if the horror is too difficult to deal with at the moment of it's occurrence. Often our moral clarity on these matters is shrouded in apathy and economic and political hubris. As Mark at motormanmark.com notes:
On the eve of World War II, perhaps what we consider to be our most virtuous endeavor, when Nazi values first reached our shores, they were celebrated by many of our citizens. It wasn't the moral crisis of German anti-Semitism that brought us into the war, but the threat that our power would be eclipsed.
As we participated in more wars, the killing of civilians became more and more acceptable, taking a larger and larger share of the civilian-to-soldier-deaths ratio.
Revisit the calm resolve with which we carpet-bombed Vietnamese civilians.Four million civilians died during that 12-year war, our attempt to pre-empt the feared (but still as yet unfound) domino affect of communism.
After the Mai-Lai massacres, President Nixon can be heard on his Oval Office tapes discussing the matter with Kissinger. The deed they are referring to is Mai-Lai. The person they are referring to is Maj. Wm. Calley, murderer of 109 civilians:
Kissinger: That's right. What they (the anti-war protesters) wanted (as a reaction from the public to the Mai-Lai revelations) was a feeling of revulsion against the deed. In fact, the deed itself didn't bother anybody.
President Nixon: No, they, matter of fact, the people said, "Sure, he was guilty, but by God, why not?" (Both laugh.)
Kissinger: Exactly.
We don't know what Bush said in private about the US slaughter of civilians at Haditha, but we do know he and his military did not find the lives of the children killed by their invasion of Iraq worthy of even being counted.
When Israel bombed Lebanon pre-emptively during the summer of 2006 (purposely targeting civilian areas) with US-made cluster bombs–sort of a mini-Iraq invasion—which they excused as a response to the Hezbollah kidnapping of two Israeli soldiers–UNICEF counted the children who died in the murderous hail. The number was 357.
How obvious has it become that real atrocities are underway in Gaza? The conservative Wall Street Journal feels strongly enough about it to publish an Op-Ed with the very unambiguous title: Israel Is Committing War Crimes … Hamas's violations are no justification for Israel's actions. Not very subtle.
News of the deaths of children in Gaza is slow to emerge, so public outrage and awareness is at a low level. Full censorship is being enforced in Gaza by the IDF, as is intimidation of the few journalists who are there. And, the United Nations is looking into alleged war crimes in regard to pecific incidents in Gaza.
The moral ground is very shaky here for Israel, if it exists at all any more. They have become that which they fought against. Has Israel come full circle in it's zeal and passion to defend itself from all those who would do them harm? How far can a society go in fighting terror until it becomes a terrorist itself?
Over at Truth Dig, in an article titled "Why Do So Few Speak Up for Gaza?", Robert Sheer writes:
The high moral claim of the Israeli occupation rests not on the objective reality of a Palestinian threat to Israel's survival, but rather on the non sequitur cry that "never again" should harm come to Jews as it did in Central Europe seven decades ago.
The basic argument is that Palestinian terrorists represented by Hamas are given to an irrational hatred of Jews so profound that it invalidates their movement, even when they win elections. That was not the view of the Israeli security service when it earlier supported Hamas as the alternative to the then dreaded PLO. Also, history is replete with examples of terrorists becoming statesmen, even within the early ranks of Jews fighting to establish the state of Israel.
One of those was Menachem Begin, who went on to be an elected leader of the new state. But before Begin attained that respectability, back in 1948 when he visited the United States, a group of prominent Jewish intellectuals including Albert Einstein, Sidney Hook and Hannah Arendt wrote a letter to The New York Times warning that Begin was a former leader of the "Irgun Zvai Leumi, a terrorist, right-wing, chauvinist organization in Palestine." The letter urged Jews to shun Begin, arguing, "It is inconceivable that those who oppose fascism throughout the world, if correctly informed as to Mr. Begin's political record and perspectives, could add their names and support to the movement he represents."
Begin's new party was then participating in the Israeli election, and Einstein and his colleagues, many of whom like the physicist had been victims of German fascism, stated, "Today they speak of freedom, democracy and anti-imperialism, whereas until recently they openly preached the doctrine of the Fascist state. It is in its actions that the terrorist party betrays its real character."
Those actions were then detailed in the letter. They included the systematic terrorizing of innocent Palestinian men, women and children in an effort to force them to flee the territory that Begin's party claimed for the new state of Israel.
Clearly Begin and his political heirs, who include Benjamin Netanyahu, the most likely victor in the next Israeli election, evolved in their behavior. But I bring it up now to highlight the one-sided reporting of the current phase of this interminable conflict and to wonder: Where are the voices that reflect the uncompromising morality of Einstein's generation of Jewish intellectuals willing to acknowledge fault and humanity on both sides of the political equation?
Unfortunately, those voices and the discussion have been threatened into silence by the great fallacious tactic: If you criticize Israel for it's policy, you are antisemitic. It's rubbish of course, but it works quite well to deflect any and all criticism of Israeli policy. It also chokes off all too needed discussion and basic diplomatic process. And, the unlimited power of hatred should never be underestimated. It allows for an entire spectrum of rationalization of inhumane ideas and practices that one would not wish upon themselves.
In many ways, it was inevitable. When Israel headed down the path of military dominance, the only end result of such a paradigm is alienation, condemnation and eventually destruction. In the history of the entire world there has never been a military power that has not collapsed, either from within by its own weight, or from outside by defeat. This isn't to say that Israel should not defend itself. But the manner in which they do so needs to change.
Hard and strident diplomacy and economic reform needs to be put into place. The military solution simply isn't going to produce a peaceful result. That money would be better spent on social needs in Gaza. Why is Hamas left to be the only one building schools and roads and water supply in Gaza and elsewhere? (This applies to Hezbollah in Lebanon as well.) As steadfastly committed as the Israeli's are to their safety, liberty and right to exist, (rightfully so) the Palestinian's are equally steadfast in their desire for the same, as well as to obtain what the Israeli's fought for and already have: a free state. A homeland.
The Palestinian's are not going to give up, ever, just as the Israeli's are not going to give up. And, the idea of one side destroying the other is ridiculous and obscene, of course.
The era of arrogant posturing and bully pulpit politics has been proven to be a rousing failure. It only enables others in the Middle East to step in and take control. And, one has to ask: Is it in any one of the major players financial interests to end such a lucrative military standoff? Unlikely.
Via Think Progress, Spencer Ackerman takes note of the position of the Haaretz editorial staff:
"This war needs to move immediately to the diplomatic track and agreements that will end the fantasies and delusions of both sides."
Let's hope sanity prevails.


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The last trickling of piggies!
Donald has certainly settled in well, he's now coming out of the hay more and is eating plenty. He demolished a corn on the cob, much to my dismay as I'd offered to help, but he clearly doesn't need me anymore 😐
Hettie arrived for her holiday with her new friend Rattie. They enjoyed laying in the hay and demolishing corn on the cobs too 😀
Daisy, Pixie & Poppy and Toffee & Magpie have been in for a pampering. They were all well behaved as they're so used to the routine now. I don't think I'll ever get used to the routine, cutting my nails is a big enough ordeal, never mind having a bath!
Polly is still on holiday with us, she's enjoying the space in her 5ft cabin and listening to all our squeaks and squeals at teatime. Poppy has befriended her too and often squeals across the guinea pig house to her.
Inca & Tricky are the latest arrivals to have a holiday. Unfortunately, with all the rain recently we've been unable to get outside, so we're enjoying hand delivered grass; hopefully, we'll get a chance to go out before Inca & Tricky go home 🙂


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Bad starting check the glow plugs.
You need to get your motor scanned (preferably with VAG-COM\VCDS) for any error codes logged in the ecu and post them, that will save a lot of guessing and check systems out.
Greetings everyone!
I'm experiencing a problem with my 2005 Golf 2.0 SDI, Occasionally on cold mornings, car starts with great difficulty e.g takes about 3-5s to start up. I've scanned the car with VCDS, no codes under Engine block found. Fuel filter is new, can hear the fuel pump prime every single time when I turn the key for about 2s. Battery voltage sits at 12.65V. Injector harness checked recently, all snug. Injector values all within spec in group 013. Tandem pump changed about 20k ago.
I assume if it was an electrical issue...ECM would throw a code, right?
I suspect a bad starter and I'd like to test it via VCDS but before I do that, I'd like to check the procedure Crasher posted a while ago in some other thread to make sure I'm on track
"Disconnect the injector harness from the head and with a diagnostic system showing the engine rpm, crank it over and see if the speed is over 280 rpm"
By that you mean block 001 in Engine control module 01?
Best regards
2005 Golf mk5 2.0 SDI, BDK
Bad starting check the glow plugs.
You need to get your motor scanned (preferably with VAG-COM\VCDS) for any error codes logged in the ecu and post them, that will save a lot of guessing and check systems out.
Glow plugs were replaced not 1.year ago and they are ok, checked them with the multimeter. Coolant sensor swapped as well with OEM part. As I mentioned....no DTC reading with VCDS.
2005 Golf mk5 2.0 SDI, BDK
Yes, disable the engine by disconnecting the injector harness and then use a suitable diagnostic system that shows measuring blocks to view the rpm. As you start cranking the ECU will lose comms with the diagnostic system for a moment and will take a few seconds to reconnect and during this time you just keep cranking so if anything is weak, it will show up. Unless the engine speed hits 280rpm, starting will be poor.
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I disconnected the wiring harness for injectors, cranked up the car and.....battery voltage drops to 8 V, starter stops spinning 😠. 4 year old battery, and it's been causing problems since new. I'll report when I install new one during the week. Is 72 Ah a useful upgrade to the current 60 Ah? Thanks a lot.
It seems it was a battery issue. Since I replaced the battery with 77Ah one, the car starts without problems (judder) every time. Hopefully the problem is solved. I do have 1 more question for Crasher/Keithuk. Is it normal that glow plug light goes off immediately after you turn on the key. Car started fine in the morning at -10°C, so glow plugs must be working as they should. I'm just puzzled why indicator light stays on for just about a second or 2. Thanks.
The glow plug light should come on when you turn the key and go out within a second or so of starting the engine, some even before it starts, it is not so much a glow plug warning light as a management system check light. Over the last few years I have been bemused how worn batteries seem to throw people, when I were a lad my Grannie who nothing about cars and had never driven could diagnose a flat battery. Unfortunately modern permanent magnet starters, powerful charging systems and long lasting batteries seem to have made people complacent to them as a wearing part, even at 10 years old; and seemingly unwilling to replace them. In the 70's with a new car you would be lucky if the original battery lasted two years and the new car warranty was a strict one year. This does not bode well for the future when an electric car still has a conventional 12v battery costing the same as today but also another one under the floor costing thousands and a long extremely dangerous job to replace.
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Yes, I agree with you about the e-future that politics/media is pushing so hard nowadays. I work in mechatronics and above all else no one understands how they're planning on charging EV via photovoltaics, because apparently nuclear technology is not safe and coal is out of question for obvious reasons.


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Being the best version of ourselves is a movement that has been gaining popularity over the past few years. Everywhere I look there are articles and advertisements for Yoga and Meditation, reducing your screen time, and Keto diets. I'm sure you can think of a few more examples. Therapy is also becoming normalized, and I am thrilled to see my generation is breaking down this taboo in the Black community. You are not crazy because you go and talk to an unbiased professional every few weeks. In fact, we could all benefit from it. Adulthood is busy and stressful, and we all would be happier if we'd take more time to do things we enjoy. I personally love sitting down on the couch in my Snuggie with a glass of wine and tuning in to one of my favorite shows or grabbing a book. I am trying to stay away from Retail Therapy as a form of relaxation, but this is a process, don't judge me. I've also been wanting to get outside more to enjoy nature. Apparently enjoying the outdoors improves short-term memory, relieves stress and eliminates fatigue, among other things. The great outdoors may not be your jam, but no matter how you choose to indulge yourself, it is important to remember that self-care also involves tough love. I mean how can you possibly take care of yourself if you also are not protecting your peace of mind? Sure, bubble baths are lit, but you can't neglect what's happening on the inside of you and how you are allowing yourself to be treated by the people in your life. I didn't realize that this was a form of self love until I started to look at my life objectively. I love my family dearly, and if I saw them accepting less than they deserve, whether it be from outsiders or of their own accord, I would encourage them to do better. So why not apply this mentality to myself? I have been thinking about this a lot lately, hence this post. I wanted to throw out a few self-care tactics that are not always as carefree as a massage or Paint & Sip, but necessary and beneficial to your life over the long-term.
Dead End Friendships
Sometimes, "friends" just gotta go. Do they have to do something wrong or hurt you? Not necessarily, but they should add value to your life and not just be there hanging around. We humans tend to hold on to people and things just out of habit and comfort, not taking the time to consider whether or not these people deserve to be in our space. As we get older, I think it's important to take the time to analyze our friendships. This is especially important to consider when you have friends you've known since your teens or college years. I am not the same person I was at 17, 20 or 24. Your friends may have evolved as well or remained the same, the latter being problematic. You are now more self-aware, mature and ambitious while your best friend from high school is still in the mindset you had at 21. Everyone is different and has their own journey to make in life, but you may find you just don't relate anymore. You're shaking the table and making moves while your bestie is still living a drama filled life with no direction. What do you even have to talk about at this point? I love laughing about Reality TV as much as the next person, but after the show is over, what's the next topic? I want friends who posses similar interests and values as me, not just people to club and go shopping with. Do your friends hold themselves accountable, or place blame on the Big Bad World for why their life isn't going as planned? That is probably my #1 Pet Peeve when it comes to friends. No matter where you are in life, good, bad or in-between, you are there because of YOU and YOU ALONE. This is a concept that can take awhile to sink into a lot of people's minds. I've had this talk with one prior friend who constantly complained about where she is in life. As a fully grown woman, you eventually have to stop blaming your parents and that one teacher in 6th grade who told you that you would never amount to anything. The cycle continued with her:
Express desire to change —> Make more senseless decisions —> Complain about how her life sucks—> Repeat
I eventually had to distance myself. I didn't want to because she is a good person, but I couldn't use history as an excuse to keep someone in my life who was only using me as a sounding board and life coach. I realized the friendship was more one-sided than I wanted to admit. The majority of our conversations consisted of me listening to her recount stories of her acting a fool, followed by pep talks a few days later when she realized she was just doing the same things over again but with different people and places. There wasn't much substance to our interactions, and we rarely spoke about what was going on in my life. Don't become the Iyanla Vanzant in your friendships. If you want someone to help you fix your life, seek therapy. It's not fair and friendships should be based on reciprocity, mutual support and integrity. The Bible mentions cutting off branches that bear no fruit, and that same logic applies to friendships. You've gotta go if you're here serving no purpose.
Being Grateful For The Little Things
No matter how good or bad your life is, always be thankful. You would be surprised at how expressing gratitude for the little things in your life can make you happy. We tend to focus on where we wish we were or the things we wish we had and take for granted what we currently do have. I've read so many snippets of things that say no matter what you're doing, take just a moment to name what you are grateful for. I did this and reminded myself that I may not own a home, have a fancy car or a loaded bank account, but I do have a strong support system, a place to call home, a comfortable bed to sleep in, even toothpaste to brush my teeth. Remembering that there are people out there who would love to drive what you call a hoopty is humbling. I complain about waking up early for work when I should be happy I am awake to see another day with a great job to go to. I noticed when I started listing what I am grateful for, one thing started branching out to another. After I said I was happy to have an apartment, it snowballed into having a great roommate in my little sister, to having electricity and running water, to a comfortable couch and a refrigerator full of food. I could have gone on and on. By the end of this exercise, I realized how unappreciative and entitled I act.
It may sound cliche to mention how there are people starving in the world and cold every night, but it really does put things in perspective. Having a bad day? Refuse to allow yourself to wallow in it. Negative thoughts beget more negative thoughts, and before you know it, you're feeling worse. Choose differently next time. It isn't second nature, but with effort you can train your brain to see the good in even the worst days or situations. Your life may not be where you want it to be, you may have failed countless times or are just generally unhappy, and being told to "be grateful" may sound insensitive and devoid of empathy. This isn't an attempt to be dismissive, but instead a reminder that if you cannot appreciate the small but positive things in your life, chances are that you may be unable to appreciate the big ones as well. If you're living in a negative state of mind, take just a few minutes each day to write down the things you are grateful for. I guarantee you will see a change.
Say 'NO' More Often
'No' may be the most important word in the English language. It is a word of power. The ability to choose what is right for us gives us autonomy, yet people everyday compromise their own wants and needs to appease others. As social creatures, we don't want to risk breaking bonds by being displeasing and denying people what they ask of us. We all have numerous stories of times we would have rather eaten glass than attended that work function or get together, but trudged along anyway. Or better yet, we say 'Yes' in the moment, knowing fully well we want to say absolutely not, then flake later. Why do we make life harder for ourselves? One of my goals for 2019 is to cut out this toxic behavior. I deserve better. When it comes to work, friends, and acquaintances, if my spirit isn't feeling it, I will be declining. All this boils down to is creating boundaries for yourself. Sure, I can make a few allowances for family and whomever else I feel deserves it, but I am no longer being a slave to my fear of letting people down. The world won't stop spinning because you said no to that baby shower invitation. You don't have to be rude or even give a reason, it's none of their business why you said you can't make it. People may get pushy, but you have to stand your ground. I used to be that person who was afraid of hurting people's feelings, so I would usually cave in to their pleads. Who ended up being the one mentally suffering? Me. Life is stressful enough due to the things outside our control, so why add to your already overflowing plate? Take your power back. Choosing what is right for you is arguably the most important form of self care. You can't neglect your happiness to please others. Just find the fine line between being a selfish jerk and doing what is right for you in the moment. By being honest about what you will and will not do or tolerate, you teach people what they can expect from you. If you are unsure how you want to proceed when first asked, tell the individual you need time to consider and will get back to them. It is equally important to follow up when saying no as it is when saying yes. Now you've acted with integrity and made the choice that is right for you. The first time I was honest and direct about saying no, I realized it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be, and I felt absolutely zero guilt. I was invited to a birthday gathering for a co-worker. It was one of those situations where you feel like you're low key expected to be there, but it wasn't a requirement. I personally hate these types of situations, but in the past I would grin and bear it or fake some type of emergency the day of, my anxiety building as the event got closer and closer. That's just silly. It's my life, and I can spend my time any way I choose to. No more flaking and no more faking. Take care of yourself. If you don't want to attend, participate, allow yourself to be overworked, etc., say No! Your mind and body will thank you for it later.


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text: The Staggers 26 November 2014 We think Jesus would do what we would do Many of us are unsure, but when we do offer an opinion of Jesus it is slightly coloured by our own views. Today's Datablast: What would Jesus do? We have answers. Photo: Getty. Sign UpGet the New Statesman's Morning Call email. Sign-up For more political data, explore May2015.com, where this article originally appeared. What would Jesus do? YouGov have polled the public. He would want open borders and to renationalise the railways, but be undecided about gay marriage and oppose the death penalty. But many of us are unsure. At least a third of voters – and sometimes more than half – can't muster an answer to these hypotheticals. Do these questions also reveal something about us as voters? While people seem to mainly answer the questions without regard to their political beliefs, there are clear divides between voters of different parties. The poll shows what we might expect – our view of Jesus' opinions is partly determined by our own. Take immigration. A third of us think Jesus would want "no restrictions at all" – open borders! Even the Green Party don't think that. Only 1 in 20 of us think Jesus would want no immigration at all. Another 10 per cent think he would want tighter limits. But that varies greatly between the parties. A third of Ukippers think Jesus would want no immigration or tighter borders, but only 6 per cent of Lib Dems agree. (As always with individual polls, we are looking at small sample sizes with high margins of error.) What about gay marriage? It's another issue that divides the liberal and the conservative, and again each think Jesus would tend towards their view. Only a fifth of Ukippers think Jesus would support gay marriage, while around half of Labour and Lib Dem voters think he would. As a country we can't decide. Just over a third of voters say Jesus would be supportive, just under a third say he wouldn't. (This echoes a "Jesus survey" YouGov ran of American voters in July.) The even more startling differences are by age – just as they are on the issue itself. Here is how opinions of Jesus' view on gay marriage differ by age group: We can find a similar story in the rest of the data. Only 30 per cent of Tories think Jesus would want to renationalise the railways, but closer to a half of Labour and Lib Dem voters think so. And a third of Ukippers think Jesus would favour the death penalty, while fewer than a sixth of mainstream voters think he would. But we can over-emphasise this bias. Even Tory voters agree Jesus would be three times more likely to support than oppose renationalising the railways. And Ukip voters, who are vehemently pro-death penalty, are divided on whether Jesus would agree with them. Finally, how does religion affect people's views? The only significant difference YouGov pick up is on gay marriage: 40 of those without a religion think Jesus would support gay marriage; 31 per cent of Christians think he wouldn't. What would Jesus do? If we offer an opinion, it's likely to be shaped by our own. Explore May2015.com. › We need a change in the law on information about climate change impacts May2015 is the New Statesman's new elections site. Explore it for data, interviews and ideas on the general election. Subscribe For daily analysis & more political coverage from Westminster and beyond subscribe for just £1 per month!


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Famed Nigerian Worship Leader Victoria Orenze introduces her newest single "BLESSED LAND" with yet another new visual as she declares her nation, Nigeria BLESSED!
She paired the new release with a heart-warming message to Nigerians which reads;
"We choose to walk by faith and not by sight, we call forth light out of darkness, we declare and work towards the change we want to see. We will not destroy the seeds we sow, rather we will water, cultivate and watch over them. Everything God made is good and so is Nigeria and the people of Nigeria. Even though we may not have managed our words and actions well.
"So, this is a challenge to every believer according to the leading of The Lord to take up their office as children of God with authority, and start to speak and carry out the counsel of God over the people and the land of Nigeria. Remembering that Life and death is in the power of the tongue.
"We speak blessings upon the Land and its people, we call forth the things that are not as though they were, and we speak life to every fabric of the Nigerian society, to the soul of this nation, to every institution and we declare and agree that this is a blessed Land!
"Blessed Land is not just a song done because I'm a patriotic citizen, but it is prophetic word from God to this Nation. And I ask every Nigerian to "Hear Their Call" listen to these words and start to align with the Will of God. God bless us all. Amen!" – Victoria Orenze
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This lounge is epic for tourists, because the rite of passage drink — a shot of Malört — is in stock here. This Malört haven has a dartboard, a pool table, and a rowdy atmosphere, without the trouble of paying cover.Nisei Lounge is an awesome dive bar with friendly, fun bartenders. Although it's been open since 1951, it has aged very well, and its jukebox music set up is a hit.


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Thursday, April 16, 2009
Smith Under Fire As Greengate Dropped
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- Oldrightie said...
"Jacqui Smith and her band of political police, already under fire for G20 police brutality."
I totally agree with that comment. As I have said elsewhere, the film of Damien Green's office raid and the gestapo like attitude of plod was sickening. We are in a very dark place under Labour and Brown. Very dark.
- 16 April 2009 at 14:41
- Silent Hunter said...
Absolutely right, Oldrightie.
Having just finished reading Orwell's 1984; I'm struck by how much of the book resonates with this Labour 'Party'.
I would recommend that everyone reads it again, before the coming General Election, just to remind ourselves how easy it is to sleepwalk into a totalitarian state............it's not surprising that people refer to the ruling party as ZANULABOUR.
Big Brother state
Thought Police
Detention without trial
Police brutality
Illegal wars
It's all there!
Just read it.
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JNN 10 May 2014 London : Austrians seeking to fight in the Syrian war will lose their nationality, Austria Press Agency said confirming reports regarding this matter Monday.
According to the agency, Minister of Foreign Affairs Sebastian Kurz, Minister of Interior Johanna Mikl-leitner, and Justice Minister Wolfgang Bransetter all confirmed a batch of procedures to strip the Austrian nationality from individuals participating in foreign combat activities.
This procedure will only apply to those having dual citizenship as for those with only the Austrian nationality the matter is different, said the press agency.
Other measures included preventing minors from traveling outside the euro area without the consent of their guardians.
Brits Joining Takfiri Terrorist Should loose their Nationality
A group of UK lawmakers have called on London to revoke the passports of the British nationals travelling to fight against the government in Syria along with foreign-backed Takfiri militants.
In a report on counter-terrorism, British MPs from the Home Affairs Committee of the parliament's House of Commons said on Thursday that revoking passports is an essential tool to stop Britons from travelling to join the Takfiri fight against the Syrian government.
The committee also called on the government to adopt "immediate" measures to prevent Britons from heading to Syria and other conflict-torn countries, stressing that such British nationals will later pose a "terrorist threat" to their home country.
"The number of UK citizens and Westerners travelling to fight in foreign conflicts has reached alarming levels unlike anything seen in recent years," said the lawmakers, adding, "We require an immediate response targeted at dissuading and preventing those who wish to go to fight from going."
Keith Vaz, the committee chairman, also said it was necessary for London to prevent "British men and women" from going abroad and operating as foreign fighters in different conflicts worldwide in an effort to protect Britain's future security.
Recently, foreign nationals operating alongside terrorists in Syria and Iraq have threatened to wage devastating wars against their own governments.
Earlier this month, videos posted online by the terrorist Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) showed foreign militants ripping their passports and burning them to display their commitment to their mission. The clips were probably recorded probably in northern or eastern Syria.
In the footage, a man who claims to be Canadian says the militants are determined to destroy Western and Arab tyrants after accomplishing their mission in the Middle East.
Thousands of foreigners, mainly from Arab and European countries, are reported to be operating against the Syrian government.
Western spy agencies have already warned that the foreign militants pose a potential security threat when they return home.


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How To Look Good Wearing Floral Print Dresses
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Floral print dresses offer an exciting chance to add colour and contrast to your look, and while they are connected to love and romance, any girl can make the most out of this colourful design. The right accessories are, of course, important, and with that in mind, here are some inspiring ideas on creating an attractive look with a floral print dress.
Larger Flower Patterns
Dresses with large flower patterns are best suited for petite girls, and with the gorgeous 2019 plus size prom dresses you can get at Peaches Boutique, a smaller flower print looks better. Of course, you have to decide on a main colour, which might be red, green, or even yellow, and with the right accessories, you can create a uniquely refreshing look that is perfect for spring and summer wear.
Lighter Colours
White background floral pattern dresses hide bulges well, and if you are a plus size, choosing a light background colour will give a more slimline impression. Neutral colours like black, beige, white and silver all complement a light coloured floral pattern, and a session in front of a full-length mirror will allow you to experiment with your accessories.
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Choosing the right jewellery for a floral pattern dress can seem a little daunting, as the dress is already making a bold statement, and by toning down your jewellery, you're not distracting from the bright and flowery effect you are trying to achieve. Simple drop earrings and a thin necklace with a single pendant will not take anything away from the floral pattern, and the general rule is, less is more. Simple, classic jewellery always looks in proportion with the summery look, and it will not detract from the obvious fashion statement you are making.
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Wearing a Belt
Wearing a belt with a floral pattern dress is a great way to break up the pattern, while also accentuating your curves, and with a contrasting colour, you can add some balance. A thick fabric belt works well, as does a thin silver belt with a nice overhanging length to run down your side. There are attractive floral outfits you can find online that might give you some inspiration, with over one hundred images of floral print outfits.
Dark colours will complement the floral pattern, and avoid altogether shoes with any kind of floral hint, as flowery shoes will simply be too much. Select one of the foundation colours of the print to be the main shoe colour and you will find the look is balanced and with not too much of any single colour, your shoes will go well with the outfit.
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If you have yet to decide on the floral pattern dress you intend to wear, there are online designer dress retailers who have an extensive catalogue of floral print dresses in all colours and styles, and buying from an online boutique is usually a little cheaper than the traditional High Street retailer. Once you have acquired the dress, then you can begin to think about how best to accessorise, and with the above advice in mind, your new look will be a hit.
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Greater Tuna is the hilarious comedy about Texas' third smallest town, where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. The eclectic band of citizens that make up this town are portrayed by only two performers, making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna -- men, women, children and animals.
The show began as a simple party skit based on a political cartoon more than 25 years ago in Austin, Texas. Talented creators Joe Sears, Jaston Williams and Ed Howard were the imaginative authors that parlayed the sketch into a critically acclaimed production which has entertained audiences across the country ever since. And now, Jaston Williams directs this all-new production which is sure to create a whole new generation of "Tuna" fans, as well attract the thousands who have loved it for the last 30 years.
Although we provide the utmost luxury at Parmer Place Apartments in Austin, Texas, we realize that you need to get out and socialize with those in your surrounding community. This event gives you the chance to do just that! Don't hesitate to attend today!
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In a radio interview on Friday with BBC Radio 1, Lady Gaga confirmed that on an upcoming track on her new album she'll duet with Florence + the Machine's Florence Welch.
"I started to work on an idea for a song that I really wanted to do with a girl," said Gaga. "You'll see why when you see what the song is about."
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Gaga revealed more in a Monday radio chat with Elvis Duran: that the track would be called "Hey Girl," and that the song begins with "Hey girl, can you hear me, are you holding out your heart." Florence then responds with "Hey girl, do you feel me, sometimes I go too far." Gaga also revealed that other collaborators on the record include Beck and Father John Misty.
Mother Monster said the album would be arriving soon—"this year" was as precise as she could get. But if "Perfect Illusion" is any indicator of what's to come, we're really, truly freaking out.


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How To Select a Long-Term Care Community: A Few Pointers Can Help
More than ever, when you or a loved one needs physical rehab, long-term care, or memory care, there are many options; and one size does not fit all. It can be overwhelming to sort through all the information to make this crucial decision. But take a deep breath and relax; these key steps can help ensure that you make the choice that works for your loved one and you.
If the goal is a short stay for rehab after an injury, surgery, or illness, you will want to know what therapy services (such as physical and occupational therapy) the community provides to address specific goals. These goals are personalized for each individual and may include navigating a set of stairs or dressing without assistance.
If the need for care is due to Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia/cognitive impairment, memory care may be the best option. Memory care services range from assisted living, where residents are relatively stable otherwise, to skilled nursing, more appropriate for residents who also have medically complex conditions and would benefit from 24-7 nursing services. In either setting, memory care should offer 24-hour support, structured activities, and specially trained staff.
There are factors beyond cognitive challenges that might make long-term care the right fit. Skilled nursing centers offer 24-7 nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as eating, bathing, dressing, and grooming. If you or a loved one can no longer manage multiple ADLs due to an accident, injury, chronic illness, or other issue, a skilled nursing center is likely the best fit for maintaining comfort, safety, and quality of life.
The federal government maintains a website designed to help you assess nursing homes in your area. Doralyn Warren, Director of Nursing at Superior Care Nursing & Rehabilitation advises, "use the Nursing Home Compare website to find highly-rated centers—it's a good indication that the care is high quality." Be sure to tap into your own network, as well. Ask healthcare providers, friends, and family for their experience and recommendations.
Ask to see patient rooms and common spaces to evaluate cleanliness, comfort, and privacy. Check out the dining room and menus. If possible, have a meal there and interact with some of the patients or residents. Get answers to questions like:
Paying for care is a common concern. According to Mike Sims, COO of Superior Care Nursing & Rehabilitation, "With a qualifying 3 day hospital stay, Medicare will pay for up to 100 days of in-patient care for those needing rehab therapy." For long-term or memory care, long-term care insurance or personal resources are commonly used. In some instances, Medicaid can cover also the cost as well. Sims continued, "Ask the social services or admissions staff to help assess payment options and available assistance."
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Under any circumstances, this can be a difficult decision. Having a clear understanding of the options, matching that with your individual needs and wants, and having a payment plan will enable you to make a wise, informed choice.
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Superior Care Offers FREE Balance Screening
On Friday, July 19, the McCracken County Senior Center, hosted a Senior Health & Fitness Expo at the Robert Cherry Civic Center in Paducah. Local and regional senior health and wellness vendors were on-hand to share healthy lifestyle tips to area seniors. Superior Care offered Free Balance Screenings to attendees.
Kristy Shanks, Physical Therapist, assessed over 60 fair attendees with the help of our portable BIODEX Balance Machine. Shanks shared "One of the reasons balance testing is so important for seniors is to assess their risk for falls. The BIODEX Balance System determines which sensory system (visual, vestibular, or somatosensory-strength& sensation) an individual relies on to maintain balance. The Biodex system also can provide instant results and can highlight the areas in need of improvement."
With the outstanding turnout at the Health Fair, Superior Care now offers Free Balance Screening, with no appointment necessary. You may stop by Monday through Friday, 9 am – 3 pm, and ask for a Free Balance Assessment. The test takes less that 5 minutes to complete, and we will print out results for you to take to your physician. If you would like more information regarding our Free Balance Screening, please contact Micki Colson or Kristi Cates, Therapy Program Co-Managers at (270)442-6884.
Take Me Out to Superior Care! Play Ball!
Recently, Superior Care Home hosted the Paducah Chiefs Baseball Team, a local collegiate summer baseball team. General Manager, Greg McKeel, contacted us and asked if the team could come for a visit and share some community spirit with our residents. They were a hit with everyone! Click link below to read an article in the Paducah Sun about their visit!
Paducah Chiefs Spend Off Day in Community
Seniors & Hydration-What You Need to Know to Stay Hydrated this Summer!
With summer upon us, the heat and humidity remind us to stay indoors and to stay hydrated. For seniors, thirst receptors begin to diminish and being mindful of hydration levels becomes a challenge. Click link below for some helpful tips about staying hydrated this summer!
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Superior Care Shares Expertise
Recently, Superior Care's Dee Metcalf and Joni Culp assisted in "Golden Alert" training set up by the Kentucky Department of Emergency Management. The Kentucky Division of Emergency Management (KYEM) offered a twohour Golden Alert training session for the Western Kentucky EM Directors and emergency personnel on Wednesday, May 1st at the KYEM Area 1 Office in Marshall County at the Benton National Guard Armory. An instructional team consisting of a KYEM search and rescue instructor from Owensboro and Certified Dementia Practitioners, Dee Metcalf and Joni Culp, with Superior Care Home in Paducah, provided communication training to area emergency management, law enforcement and rescue personnel.
McCracken County emergency management director Jerome Mansfield said, "First responders to search incidents greatly appreciate this combination of an experienced state instructor with credentialed local memory care experts. We always appreciate gaining knowledge that will help us find a missing person as soon as possible." In addition, the class included information on the recently passed Senate Bill (SB) 55 "Green Alert" legislation by the Kentucky General Assembly. SB 55 amended Kentucky's Golden Alert law, KRS 39F.180, to allow local search agencies to rename a "Golden Alert" for missing military veterans as a "Green Alert". Senator Danny Carroll of Paducah was a co-sponsor of this bill which was signed by Governor Matt Bevin on March 22, 2019.
Below is an excerpt from Newschannel 6's Shammaria Morrison's story that aired on May 1st on WPSD-TV. You can view the entire news story by clicking on this link. Golden Alert Story. "......Resident Life Coordinator, Dee Metcalf, works with people who have the disease at Superior Care Home Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. "Someone with dementia will get in their car, and they will take off driving, and they may forget where they were actually heading and where they were going," said Metcalf. It's all hands on deck when a Golden Alert is activated. "We need to push out law enforcement, to rescue squad, emergency management, dispatch, media," said Marshall County Emergency Management Director Curt Curtner. "So everybody needs to have a good understanding of what's involved in the process." They talked about how agencies can help each other by understanding what they have to do in a Golden Alert situation. "The quicker we get to a residence, get the information, I can start the process circulating for that person," said Paducah Police Capt. Joe Hayes. Hayes said people who go missing don't just stay in one city or county. When they move around or get in a car, it's important that everyone is on the same page.
The Alzheimer Association says the number of people in Kentucky with the disease is expected to increase by 17% in the next six years. Almost 3 million Americans under the age of 65 have Alzheimer's. Clinical Director, Joni Culp with Superior Care said it touches everyone. "You might want to believe that it won't happen in your family, but it's becoming more prevalent, and you never know when you're going to come across or be helping a neighbor," Culp said." Thank you, Joni Culp & Dee Metcalf, for sharing your expertise with our community first responders!
National Skilled Nursing Care Week at Superior Care
The American Health Care Association, the nation's leading advocacy group for the long-term care industry, established the 2nd week of May as the National Skilled Nursing Care Week. Superior Care celebrates this week annually, and this year's theme "Live Soulfully" provides an opportunity to celebrate what makes our residents and staff feel happy! Activities include giving back to others, celebrating our heritage with green bean snapping and boot-scootin' bluegrass music, enjoying a stay-cation with fun in the sun, and relaxing during our spa day! Both residents and staff share their personal joys, celebrating what makes all of our souls happy! For more information regarding the week's activities, click link here.
National Skilled Nursing Care Week Event Calendar.
Nursing Homes: Times have changed and Superior Care Continues Commitment
The American Health Care Association, the nation's leading advocacy group for the long-term care industry, recently released the state of the nation's nursing home industry, highlighting the results of the Quality Care Measures instituted by the Office of Medicare and Medicaid Services. The report challenges the outdated perception that quality care is declining in the nation's skilled nursing facilities and proves the opposite with data based research of the quality measures instituted by CMS in 2011. According to the report, "Long-term data collected by the federal government since 2011 show the magnitude of the improvement in quality."
The report shows the following areas of improvement on the national level-fewer antipsychotic medications, fewer pressure ulcers, fewer residents experiencing pain, fewer residents with depressive symptoms and an increase in the overall quality of care measurement. Superior Care Home's Perfect State Survey for 2018 and overall FIVE STAR RATING from CMS prove that our over 4 decade commitment to quality care is being recognized, and we continue to strive to be a leader in the long term care industry. Superior Care's CMS data also show improvement in those areas and result in better outcomes than current state and national averages as well.
According to Healthcare.gov's website, quality measures quantify healthcare processes, outcomes, patient perceptions, and/or systems that are associated with the ability to provide high-quality health care, with the overall goals being the following: effective, safe, efficient, patient-centered, equitable, and timely care. Measurements include: Health outcomes, Clinical processes, Patient safety, Efficient use of health care resources, Care coordination, Patient engagements, Population and public health, and Adherence to clinical guidelines.
"As a local owner and operator, we consider it a privilege to care for your family's loved ones in this region. And our perfect survey and our continued FIVE STAR RATING proves our commitment is ongoing and four decades strong," shared Mike Sims COO/Owner. Click link below to read full report from the American Healthcare Association.
Selected as "Best in Kentucky"
The Kentucky Association of Healthcare Facilities (KAHCF), the long-term care industry's leading advocacy group in Kentucky, held its annual conference on November 13-15, in Louisville, Kentucky. The conference concluded with its annual Awards Dinner. Superior Care Home Nursing & Rehabilitation was presented with three top awards for their outstanding commitment to quality care and leadership in the industry. Superior Care is honored to be designated as "BEST of Kentucky-Nursing & Rehabilitation". Our recent community event held during National Nursing Home Week was given top honors for "BEST Public Relations/Community Event Award". Our Director of Nursing for 41 years, Doralyn Warren, was also honored as the "BEST Director of Nursing" in the state of Kentucky. "We are excited to receive these BEST in Kentucky honors, and we are proud of the commitment our care team brings every day," shared Helen Sims, CEO/Owner. "Our Director of Nursing, Doralyn Warren, has also been a leader in the nursing profession at the district and state levels and is so deserving of this honor!"
On Monday, November 12, Superior Care hosted a wonderful celebration honor our Veterans and their families. Dee Metcalf, Resident Life Coordinator, and Kay Fields, Activities Assistant and Army Veteran, created an amazing event honoring all of our veterans at Superior Care and all veterans who have served and are serving our country. Certificates for each of our veterans were presented. Kelley Chronister, Social Services, read poems detailing the history of the Red Poppy, a patriotic flower symbolizing veterans and their sacrifices. The First & Second Grade classes from Community Christian Academy performed patriotic songs and delivered hand crafted cards to our veterans and other residents. To view Veterans Day Celebration video, click here.
Helen Sims, Owner/CEO and Mike Sims, Owner/COO, responded to a recent editorial in the Paducah Sun and invited Executive Editor, Steve Wilson to come to Superior Care for a visit. Mr. Wilson took them up on their offer, and he wrote a follow up editorial the following week. Thank you, Paducah Sun, and Executive Editor, Steve Wilson, for touring Superior Care and informing the Paducah Sun readers that Superior Care continues to provide award-winning care since 1972.
Superior Care Nursing & Rehabilitation, a family-owned and operated skilled nursing and rehabilitation community with 46 years of senior care excellence, proudly announced today that it has attained a Deficiency Free Annual Survey from the Cabinet for Health & Family Services-Office of the Inspector General for the State of Kentucky.
In 1972, Superior Care's founder, Mary Ellen Thompson, named her community for the standard of care she wanted to achieve. "Receiving this Deficiency Free Survey confirms that Superior Care is doing an exceptional job, and provides the highest quality, person-centered care to our community, continuing my grandmother's, our founder's legacy," shared Mike Sims, COO/Owner. Jennifer Myers, Administrator, agrees "We are so proud of this achievement. We put the care of our residents first, and this perfect survey is confirmation of a job well done by our entire team."
OIG is responsible for ensuring that nursing facilities who are participating in the Medicare and/or Medicaid programs are compliant with mandatory federal and state licensure requirements. The inspections, called surveys, are conducted on a no-notice basis and consist of a checklist of areas and categories to examine. The categories include policies and procedures, resident care, dementia care, medication administration, medical records, kitchen sanitation, staff competencies, dietary needs, life safety codes, fitness and adequacy of the community.
Superior Care encourages prospective families who are seeking short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and/or memory care for their loved ones, to request a copy of state surveys and compare results. "Only 5% of the nursing facilities in the United States receive a Deficiency Free Survey," states Doralyn Warren, Superior Care's Director of Nursing. "Surveys are an important tool to help families gauge the quality of care a facility provides."
The week of May 13-19, 2018, was a grand success at Superior Care Nursing & Rehabilitation. We celebrated National Skilled Nursing Care Week, formerly known as National Nursing Home Week, with many fun-filled activities for our residents and families. From musical groups, to Life Story book presentations to our 2nd annual Superior's Got Talent Show, our residents and staff made this week so enjoyable! Everyone has a story, and we, at Superior Care, are going to celebrate EVERYONE's story-resident and staff alike! Click link to enjoy our celebration slide show!
During the week of February 14-21, Superior Care celebrated National Dementia Education Week-a nationally recognized education week. Throughout the week, our Certified Dementia Practitioners-Resident Life Coordinator, Dee Metcalf-CDP and Lowertown Clinical Director, Joni Culp-LPN, CDP, created and shared a variety of dementia educational materials for our staff and visiting family members. They provided helpful dementia care worksheets and taped informational videos to help better understand the signs and symptoms of dementia and the unique care needs of someone with this diagnosis. Our Registered Dietitian (right), Nicole Schmittou-MS, RD, LD, also shared some helpful nutritional tips including introducing finger foods and how to thicken liquids when swallowing challenges take place. Click video links below for more information.
Download Helpful Dementia Care Tips Video here.
Download Helpful Nutritional Tips Video here.
If you have any questions regarding dementia and caring for someone with dementia, please call Joni Culp or Dee Metcalf at (270)442-6884. We would love to help you! Helping each other is the best way to help our loved ones!
On Wednesday, February 14, Superior Care residents were the among the many blessed recipients of Paducah Bank's Random Acts of WOW, in honor of the bank's 70th Anniversary. Click link to view video story.
The holidays can be a joyous celebration for families and friends. However, if your loved one has dementia and or Alzheimer's, the holidays can be challenging. Joni Culp-Memory Care Clinical Director-LPN, CDP, shares a few tips for making spirits bright when visiting your loved one in a long term care setting. Holiday Tips for Caregivers booklets are available at the Superior Care receptionist desk.
Recently, Superior Care hosted a community outreach program at the McCracken County Senior Center and the Ballard County Senior Center. Our Dietitician, Nicole Schmittou, shared a brief presentation on the importance of "Hydration for Seniors". Here is a summary of her presentation.
There are many health conditions affecting seniors that can ultimately lead to unwanted hospital visits. Do you know what brings seniors into the hospital most often? Is it falls at home, heart disease, UTI's, or complications from cancer? If you guessed UTI's, then you are correct! Hydration for seniors is imperative to overall health and can prevent the recurrence of UTI's.
Here are some common signs of mild to moderate dehydration: thirst, dry mouth, fatigue, headache, infrequent urination, dry skin, constipation, dizziness or lightheadedness, muscle cramps, bad breath, cravings for sweets, altered mood, crankiness, fuzzy thinking. Signs of severe dehydration are: rapid breathing, rapid heartbeat, severe dizziness or lightheadedness, unconsciousness or delirium, not urinating or having dark-colored urine, extremely dry skin, sunken eyes, extreme thirst, low blood pressure, not sweating when you should be.
Here are some common misconceptions about hydration.
1. Drinking any type of liquid will help improve hydration status.
FALSE-Drinks containing caffeine (tea, coffee, soda, energy drinks) act as diuretics that cause your body to lose fluid, worsening hydration status. Stick with caffeine free drinks such as juice, lemonade, water, and smoothies.
2. You should stop drinking beverages immediately after dinner to prevent having to get up and use the rest room in the middle of the night.
FALSE-You only need to stop drinking 2 hours prior to going to sleep to prevent middle of the night bathroom breaks.
3. Foods provide your body with hydration as well as beverages.
TRUE-All food contains some amount of water. You can improve your hydration status by snacking on water dense foods such as citrus fruits, berries, melons, apples, pears, and dark leafy greens.
At Superior Care, we encourage hydration with our
flavored water stations throughout our neighborhoods. Stop by for a sip!
Here are a few tips for incorporating hydration into your daily routines.
1. Set a timer to remind yourself to drink a glass of water every 2 hours.
2. Take a bottle of water with you when you are traveling to the grocery store, doctor's appointment, church, etc.
3. Where do you spend the most time when you're relaxing at home? Keep a bottle of water next to these favorite spots, such as on your night stand, by the chair where you watch tv, on your bathroom counter where you get ready in the morning, etc.
4. Bored with water? Flavor water with tasty combos of fresh fruit. Try strawberry/kiwi, lemon/lime, orange/mango, apple/grape.
5. Make juices more refreshing by serving them over ice. Sip on warm hot cocoa instead of coffee in the morning or after dinner. Try these easy homemade smoothie recipes. Download recipes.
Recently, Superior Care Home participated in the 2017 Purchase Area Mental Health & Aging Coalition Annual Conference at Lone Oak First Baptist Church. The vision of the PAMHAC is to bring together consumers and providers of mental health and aging services, individuals from academic, medical, legislative, faith base entities, and other interested parties for the common purpose of improving the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of residents through a comprehensive approach. This year's annual conference hosted a variety of keynote speakers, including Skip Wirth RN, BS Public Health, who spoke about how stress affects your health and how to incorporate the 7 characteristics of stress resistance in your lives. Another keynote speaker, Gerina Whethers, BA, JD, from the Office of the Attorney General, shared the Kentucky Attorney General's mission regarding Senior Kentuckians and spoke about the top trending scams for seniors, prevention tools and other techniques to protect against fraud. Ms. Whethers shared the following links to available resources for seniors.
Link to Office of Senior Protection Brochure:
Link to the Attorney General's Website: http://ag.ky.gov
Superior Care Home salutes are invaluable and amazing and compassionate nursing staff in honor of National Nurses Week! We are so grateful for their dedication and the true ministry they provide our residents and their families! Thank you to all of our nurses!
Click here to watch our "Thank You, Nurses!" video.
Superior Care Home was recently voted as the Best Nursing Home/Rehabilitation Center by the Paducah Sun readers, 5 years in a row! We want to thank everyone who nominated us and who voted for us! We feel that it is a privilege to care for Western Kentucky families since 1972. Thank you, for this prestigious award!
Superior Care Home residents, Helen Morgan and Thomas Mathis, recently were interviewed about how much they enjoy watching Kentucky basketball, especially during March Madness!
This summer, Ms. Martha Baker, had a great idea. She wanted to have a painting put on the fence that was part of her window viewing area. After researching a few options, Ro Morse, founder of the Paducah Wall to Wall Floodwall murals, graciously donated banners that had been made from various floodwall murals. Ms. Baker and the other residents are just thrilled with the new artwork, which brings back many memories of Paducah and its downtown historical gems. You can read more about this story in the November/December edition of Paducah Life magazine.
Download the Paducah Life Magazine feature article.
We love sharing how special Superior Care Home is! The Paducah Sun recently visited us during one of our daily creativity activities.
For 4 years in a row, readers of the Paducah Sun have selected Superior Care Home as the Best Nursing Home in the region for 2016! We are honored by this award as we continue the legacy of our founder, Mary Ellen Thompson, who started Superior Care Home over 40 years ago, establishing the standard of excellence in elder care for this community. Thank you, Paducah, and Paducah Sun readers for this award!
Paducah Bank featured Superior Care Home in their recent WOW Magazine.
Monday, November 24 was an opportunity for us to thank the many people close to this project of our brand new Superior Care Home building! Those in attendance had a big hand throughout the construction process - from beginning to end - and were able to gather and tour our new building together.
Find out more.
Superior Care Home announces the opening of a new community in early December. The first new construction of its kind in over 40 years, Western Kentucky will benefit from expanded services.
Download the press release.
Superior Care Home was featured on the cover of the January 2015 issue of Purchase Area Family Magazine. Inside the issue, there is also an article detailing all aspects of our brand new building.
Read the January 2015 issue.


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