Wait! Before we tell you about the summer and fall events we need to tell you about some fun times pre-COVID-19.
QUILTS OF VALOR
This moment was truly special. In February of 2020 five residents were given invitations to a special ceremony in the NDVH chapel hosted by the Quilts of Valor group. Each resident was presented with a handmade quilt while the presenter read a short biography of their military service and provided words of gratitude.
A SPECIAL TEA OF THANKS
Did you know that the Veterans Care Cart Fund was at a critically low balance? Activities Coordinator, Noreen put a plea out to the local American Legion Auxiliary Units and before we knew it the fund was in good standing again. Noreen was so impressed she decided to invite these ALA members to a tea. Members had time to share about their spouse, fathers, brothers and sons service in the military. It was impressive to hear the heart that these women have for supporting Veterans.
An update from our Administrator
The world changed for the Veterans Home in March of 2020. Our residents and staff have been swept up in the COVID-19 pandemic. What was considered a friendly conversation between a couple of residents now involves donning mandatory facemasks, social distancing and handwashing. But what you don’t know is how fantastic our staff have been. They have worked tireless hours to keep our residents safe and secure. I salute every one of them for being heroes for our Veterans and spouses. There are no words to tell how grateful I am for the courageous work they do daily. I also want to give a shout out to all the Veteran Service Organizations that have assisted with gifts, meals, etc. for the staff and residents. Through their support we have been able to do special things for our heroes and employees. In closing, I am excited about closing the COVID-19 crisis and putting it behind us. I know we have many hard weeks ahead of us, but with God’s guidance we will overcome this difficult time. Sincerely, Mark B. Johnson Administrator
PATRIOT GUARD
Pictured to the left is George Crigly, Road Captain of the ND Patriot Guard presenting a check to Courtney Jacobson, Activities Coordinator. Thank you for the generous donation!
ND Legion Riders
Thank you Gerald Puetz(pictured to the right) for organizing a great motorcycle drive-by with the ND American Legion Riders. We miss playing bingo with your group during these times of social distancing.
A STROLL DOWN MEMORY LANE
The "Old Time Tractor Club" gifted the residents with a glimpse of history.
Giant Jenga always draws a crowd
Whether you are participating or watching the game, giant jenga is a bit nerve-racking. This activity has been on our schedule a few times over the summer months and we were thankful to have another warm September day to play it outside again.
Fall Photo Shoot
Who is on the receiving end, dog or man? Thank you Robin for setting up a Fall Photo Shoot and thank you Wanda for brining in Nuke, golden lab/basest hound/etc. and Kari for sharing Gunner, Australian Shepherd.
Fall Photo Shoot
Bill is pictured to the right. You hold a special place in our hearts.
Art Studio and Woodshop Projects
TAKING ORDERS FOR CORNHOLE GAMES
Custom cornhole bags to go with your custom cornhole set. Made at the North Dakota Veterans Home by Veterans.
Cornhole Sets are $125.00 Cornhole Bags Sets-$20 Custom Cornhole Bag Sets are $25
*Call Robin at 701-683-6557 to place an order.
Sargent County Museum
Pat Olafson of the Sargent County Museum extended an invitation that we could not pass up. Pat set aside time to hold private tours for the residents of the NDVH.
Thank you Pat and all who are part of the Sargent County Museum!
GROOVY SHIRTS GUYS!
WINDOW PARADE
Aliceton 4-H Club of Ransom County warmed many hearts with a unique parade. Goats, chickens, a horse, a dog and lots of great kids paraded around the campus with our activities staff and even created some beautiful window art.
Steve Schutt awarded Governor's Award for Excellence in Public Service: Zezula Award "One Who Helps".
Steve serves as a night watchman at the North Dakota Veterans Home. Here are a few remarks that his nominator made:
"He plays cards and does puzzles with a lot of our night owl residents. He is also there to just talk if they are having a bad night."
"If we need help at all during the night he is right there with guidance or with our answers we need."
"If something comes up a majority of our residents will wait until Steve is here because they know it will get done and get done right."
Congratulations Steve!
We Remember those we have lost in 2020
-The loss is immeasurable but so is the love left behind.-
Arlene Gibson
Audrey Sundquist
Bradley Sigl
Cletus Leinen
Donald Chesley
James Diemert
Jeffrey Koth
Logan Kinslow
Lyle Lunde
Richard Norberg
Richard Pickar
Robert Berg
Roland Barchinger
Thomas Dunn
Tracy Naas
Warren Nelson
William Strand
WE FEEL YOUR SUPPORT!
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