Time to be a Flu Fighter!
As we approach flu season, getting a flu shot is one of the best ways to protect your loved ones and yourself. Flu vaccinations help reduce the risk of illness, keep our communities healthier, and ensure that everyone enjoys a safer season. Make sure to schedule your flu shot today—because protecting yourself also means protecting those around you!
Center News: This month we’ll be having an Ice cream social 9/7 2pm, Resident Birthday party 9/20 2pm, Live music Don & Tess Stover 9/27 2pm, The Bryson Family Singers 9/28 at 1pm.
Announcements for Families: We welcome families to join our daily scheduled activity programs. Programs include bingo, craft, games, music and religious, special events. We welcome volunteers, if you are interested in volunteer work, contact Life Enrichment Director, Rhonetta Shelton for information. The residents of NHC Athens have a greeting card outreach. We are excited to say that our first center to receive cards was NHC Sequatchie. The residents also have an inhouse newspaper committee called the Homesteader. Feel free to ask Life Enrichment Director for a copy when you visit your loved one.
Special Thanks: Thank you for our Volunteers for your dedication to our center. We appreciate families for supporting the Life Enrichment Department with leisure supplies.
NHC’s Game Day Kickoff Buffalo Chicken Dip
Get ready to cheer on your favorite team with NHC’s Game Day Kickoff Buffalo Chicken Dip! Quick to make and packed with flavor, it’s perfect for enjoying the game with family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing, and half of the shredded cheeses.
- Spread and Top: Spread the mixture into an oven-safe dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crackers.
New Blog Post
Our latest blog post explores how we prioritize the mental well-being of our patients and residents through regular assessments, personalized care, and engaging activities that combat loneliness. Click HERE to read it now!