Marian Manor residents enjoyed a holiday light show synchronized by Ron Sebastian.
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Quilt Expo and Open House
June 21, 2022
Sponsored by Western Morton County Aging in Community
Hosted by Kyla Sanders, Program Coordinator
Hosted by Kyla Sanders, Program Coordinator
The Expo was held at the Marian Manor Apartment Estates. Quilts were displayed in the hallways and the ramp between the two estate buildings. Some have been passed down through family generations and date back over a hundred years. Perhaps a lost art in some communities but in the Glen Ullin area it is still thriving as the slide show below will indicate.
New Construction Project Begins At Marian Manor:
On Monday, June 14, 2021, construction will begin for the kitchen, dining room, chapel and nursing station project.
The existing kitchen will be renovated into an expanded dining area and an updated kitchen will be added to replace food service equipment including the 50-year-old walk-in cooler.
The existing nurse’s station will be remodeled as new nurse stations will be added to the resident wings to enhance communication and supervision of patient care.
Parking will be limited as staff are not able to use the employee parking lots. Visitor parking will still be available in the front parking lot for family and friends.
Indoor visitation by appointment will continue on Monday thru Saturday from 1 pm to 4 pm and Sunday from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
Thank you for your patience during this time.
The existing kitchen will be renovated into an expanded dining area and an updated kitchen will be added to replace food service equipment including the 50-year-old walk-in cooler.
The existing nurse’s station will be remodeled as new nurse stations will be added to the resident wings to enhance communication and supervision of patient care.
Parking will be limited as staff are not able to use the employee parking lots. Visitor parking will still be available in the front parking lot for family and friends.
Indoor visitation by appointment will continue on Monday thru Saturday from 1 pm to 4 pm and Sunday from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
Thank you for your patience during this time.
Lori Kottre promoted to Office Manager:
Lori Kottre has been promoted to the Office Manager position following Sharon Mormann’s retirement on May 25, 2021. Lori has been working at Marian Manor since September 12, 1989 as a Certified Nurse Assistant. In the late 1990s, she started working part-time and then full-time as a ward clerk. In November 2003, Lori started scheduling and purchasing for the nursing department and became the Housekeeping & Laundry Supervisor in April 2015. In October 2020, she became the Assistant Office Manager responsible for clinic rehab billing and accounts payable. Along with those responsibilities, she will be responsible for billing, accounts receivable, census, and resident accounts as the Office Manager.
Lori knows that it will be challenging to fill Sharon’s role but she is excited to begin. She is also a EMT with the Glen Ullin Ambulance squad and a CPR trainer. In her spare time, she enjoys embroidering, riding motorcycle and spending time with her family. She is married to Mark Kottre and has two children Wade and Kayla with their spouses Emily Kottre and Jesse Schumacher. She enjoys her five grandchildren Aaron, Zach, MaKenna, Kynslee, and Journee. Please congratulate Lori as she begins her new role as the Office Manager.
Lori knows that it will be challenging to fill Sharon’s role but she is excited to begin. She is also a EMT with the Glen Ullin Ambulance squad and a CPR trainer. In her spare time, she enjoys embroidering, riding motorcycle and spending time with her family. She is married to Mark Kottre and has two children Wade and Kayla with their spouses Emily Kottre and Jesse Schumacher. She enjoys her five grandchildren Aaron, Zach, MaKenna, Kynslee, and Journee. Please congratulate Lori as she begins her new role as the Office Manager.
Sharon Mormann Retirement:
Sharon Mormann is retiring on May 25, 2021 after working at Marian Manor HealthCare Center for 50 years. She was hired as a dietary aide on May 25, 1971 two days after her high school graduation. The next year, the administrator Clarence Wetzel approached Sharon and asked if she would like to work in the business office. She transferred to the office as a bookkeeper in November 1972 and handled all aspects of the office including billing, payroll and all clerical functions. In September 1975, she completed the ART program and became an Accredited Records Technician which later became RHIT or Registered Health Information Technician. She has provided medical record consulting services to other nursing homes in the region over the years. As office demands increased, multiple staff assisted with functions such as payroll until another full-time position was added in the late 1980s. At that time, Sharon was promoted to the Office Manager and continues today in that position. The most significant change that she has seen in the last 50 years would be moving from hand written paychecks and typewritten documents to total computerized systems including electronic medical records. She will definitely miss the residents and the staff. The one thing she will not miss is mowing grass and shoveling snow as she is moving to a condo in Bismarck with plans to spend more time with her sister Elaine and her husband Dennis. She also will enjoy having time with her extended family including 2 nieces, 1 nephew, 2 great nieces, 2 great nephews and spouses and soon to arrive two great-great babies. The Marian Manor staff and Board of Directors wishes Sharon the very best in her retirement and a special thanks for her many years of dedication and service.
Marian Manor HealthCare Center has a 5 STAR Rating with The Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services.
The Nursing Home Compare Web site features a quality rating system that gives each nursing home a rating of between 1 and 5 stars. Nursing homes with 5 stars are considered to have much above average quality and nursing homes with 1 star are considered to have quality much below average. The Overall rating includes a separate rating for each of the following areas including Health Inspections, Staffing and Quality Measures (QMs) . Marian Manor’s rating for Health Inspections moved from 3 star to 4 star rating, Staffing moved from 4 star to 5 star rating, and Quality moved from 4 star to 5 star rating for an overall 5 star rating!!! Thanks to the great staff whose dedication and hard work provided quality resident care during a very challenging year dealing with the COVID pandemic. Great job everyone!!
Sandy Gerving, Administrator
Sandy Gerving, Administrator
New Phone System Information. When calling you do not need to use an extension, just stay on the line and someone will answer.
Loretta Gerving Retirement:
Loretta Gerving (on the right) is retiring from the Director of Nursing position at the Center effective November 11, 2020. She has held this position for the last 16 years of her 38 years of employment. Loretta began her employment at Marian Manor Nursing Home in 1973 as a Dietary Aide until 1974. In 1980 she returned and worked as a Nurse Aide until 1982 when she attended Dickinson State University receiving her nursing degree in 1984. She was employed as a Registered Nurse until 1986 when she began working as the Social Worker Designee. In 1990, Loretta was employed as Resident Care Coordinator and in 1997, she was promoted to the Assistant Director of Nursing certified as a Gerontological Nurse in 1998. She accepted her current job as the Director of Nursing in 2004. Starting her retirement, Loretta plans to take two months off and returning to the Center in a part-time position as the Infection Control Preventionist and Quality Assurance Manager. Loretta has enjoyed her time at Marian Manor but feels it is time to pass the baton. Loretta lives in Glen Ullin with her husband Chuck. She hopes to spend more time with her two sons Pat and Brent and their families including 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Emily Dakken (on the left) has been promoted to the Director of Nursing position beginning her official duties this month. Emily started her employment with Marian Manor in 1996 as a Certified Nurse Assistant. She worked in that capacity while attending DSU until 2001 when she completed her studies as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She continued her studies and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 2003. She continued to work at Marian Manor during this time as a nurse and was promoted to the Assistant Director of Nursing in 2018. Emily is excited and looking forward to the challenges of her new position. Emily lives in Hebron with her husband Seth and their four children, Justice, Kadence, Scarlet and Felix.
Congratulations and best wishes to Loretta in your retirement and success to Emily in your new position.
Emily Dakken (on the left) has been promoted to the Director of Nursing position beginning her official duties this month. Emily started her employment with Marian Manor in 1996 as a Certified Nurse Assistant. She worked in that capacity while attending DSU until 2001 when she completed her studies as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She continued her studies and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 2003. She continued to work at Marian Manor during this time as a nurse and was promoted to the Assistant Director of Nursing in 2018. Emily is excited and looking forward to the challenges of her new position. Emily lives in Hebron with her husband Seth and their four children, Justice, Kadence, Scarlet and Felix.
Congratulations and best wishes to Loretta in your retirement and success to Emily in your new position.
For those of us on the outside looking in the Marian Manor staff are among the best. Due to the COVID-19 we don't have the opportunity to see them personally and thank them for their wonderful care and compassion they give to our loved ones. The video below is intended to express our gratitude and recognize them for their dedicated service. Thank you to the entire staff.
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Alex Muggli passed away Saturday, October 3, 2020 at. St. Gabriel’s Community in Bismarck.
Follow the link below to read his complete obituary.
https://memorials.stevensonfuneralhome.com/alexander-muggli/4350058/index.php
Follow the link below to read his complete obituary.
https://memorials.stevensonfuneralhome.com/alexander-muggli/4350058/index.php
Alex Muggli was an original member of the Marian Manor Board of Directors since 1963. To be closer to their family, they moved to Bismarck in 2018. Following is a wonderful story about Alex and his wife Alice and their first outdoor visit at the St. Gabriel Community following visitation restrictions since March 2020. Marian Manor Healthcare Center is also providing similar outdoor visits for our families and residents and it warms our hearts to see loved ones reunited.
In 2018, Alex Muggli, age 102, & Alice Muggli, age 91, moved in to St. Gabriel’s Community. Alice moved into St. Gabriel’s skilled nursing community and Alex moved into an apartment in our Assisted Living community, both located on the same campus. Separated by a walkway, Alex visited Alice every day and enjoyed meals and activities with her. Before restrictions the couple would go to Happy Hour every Wednesday and enjoy live music and refreshments. When COVID-19 hit the state of North Dakota, restrictions were put into place that eliminated the ability to travel to the other side of St. Gabriel’s building. During restrictions, the couple celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary separately. “We hardly missed a day of seeing each other in 73 years,” Alex said.
Today, North Dakota blessed the Muggli’s with a beautiful day and perfect weather for their first time seeing each other in 3 months. Their daughter, Sheila, joined in their outdoor visit at St. Gabriel’s Community, and they spent their time laughing and enjoying each other’s company. Alice said, “Oh my goodness, seeing Alex for the first time in three months felt so good, I missed him so much.”
St. Gabriel’s Community is so pleased to be part of today’s special moment. We look forward to reuniting more of our residents with their loved ones, and would like to thank our staff for their tremendous dedication to our residents during this time.
In 2018, Alex Muggli, age 102, & Alice Muggli, age 91, moved in to St. Gabriel’s Community. Alice moved into St. Gabriel’s skilled nursing community and Alex moved into an apartment in our Assisted Living community, both located on the same campus. Separated by a walkway, Alex visited Alice every day and enjoyed meals and activities with her. Before restrictions the couple would go to Happy Hour every Wednesday and enjoy live music and refreshments. When COVID-19 hit the state of North Dakota, restrictions were put into place that eliminated the ability to travel to the other side of St. Gabriel’s building. During restrictions, the couple celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary separately. “We hardly missed a day of seeing each other in 73 years,” Alex said.
Today, North Dakota blessed the Muggli’s with a beautiful day and perfect weather for their first time seeing each other in 3 months. Their daughter, Sheila, joined in their outdoor visit at St. Gabriel’s Community, and they spent their time laughing and enjoying each other’s company. Alice said, “Oh my goodness, seeing Alex for the first time in three months felt so good, I missed him so much.”
St. Gabriel’s Community is so pleased to be part of today’s special moment. We look forward to reuniting more of our residents with their loved ones, and would like to thank our staff for their tremendous dedication to our residents during this time.
Dakota Community Bank & Trust is celebrating 80 years of service and has recognized local businesses for supporting them. Use the link to go to their web site and scroll down to see the article about Marian Manor as well as many other businesses that make up Glen Ullin and surrounding communities.
https://www.dakotacommunitybank.com/about-us/80th-anniversary/
https://www.dakotacommunitybank.com/about-us/80th-anniversary/
Veteran's Day, November 11, 2019
The Veteran's Day celebration began with the Local American Legion Post narrating and demonstrating the Folding Of The Flag followed by music entertainment and serving of patriotic colored desert and beverages.
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Marian Manor 50th Anniversary
The 50th Anniversary was celebrated with a Residents Family Day on September 21, 2019 and a lunch for the public in the Sacred Heart Parish Center on September 22, 2019.
For the Family day snacks were served at the Nursing Home and a video recording some of the history was shown.
On the 22nd a lunch was served by members of the board and staff in the Sacred Heart Parish Center. The History video was presented after the lunch.
Videos of the celebration are presented below. Too view full screen click on the diagonal arrows in the bottom right of the video. Press the Escape key to return to normal screen.
For the Family day snacks were served at the Nursing Home and a video recording some of the history was shown.
On the 22nd a lunch was served by members of the board and staff in the Sacred Heart Parish Center. The History video was presented after the lunch.
Videos of the celebration are presented below. Too view full screen click on the diagonal arrows in the bottom right of the video. Press the Escape key to return to normal screen.
Family Day September 21, 2019. 4 minutes 28 seconds
Anniversary Lunch September 22, 2019. 3 minutes 42 seconds
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Grandparents Day, August 5, 2019
To celebrate Grandparents Day we were blessed to have Jim Geiger from Mandan, North Dakota provide an hour of accordion music. Snacks were served by volunteers Linda Peltz and Avelina Smith. Thank you to Jim, Linda and Avelina for making this a special day.
To enjoy a few of the songs by Jim, view the video below. To view full screen click on the diagonal arrows in the lower right. To return to normal screen press the Escape key on your keyboard.
To enjoy a few of the songs by Jim, view the video below. To view full screen click on the diagonal arrows in the lower right. To return to normal screen press the Escape key on your keyboard.
Pet Show. Local area residents bring gentle pets to the facility. The nursing home residents are given the opportunity to pet and love on the animals. Thank you to the folks that take the time to make someone's day.
February 27, 2019 Birthday Party
Every month a party is held for the residents celebrating birthdays. Refreshments are served and, when possible, live entertainment is presented. This month we were again blessed to have a family of siblings provide a variety of vocal and instrumental music.
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Resident Family Walk Through
December 8, 2018
December 8, 2018
On December 8th family of residents were invited to visit the nursing home for a social time and walking tour of the decorations in the common areas as well as several resident rooms decorated for the holidays. Refreshments were available throughout the visiting time.. The choir from Sacred Heart Catholic Church sang carols.
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Christmas 2018 At Marian Manor Healthcare and Apartment Estates.
Christmas preparations are underway at the Healthcare Center and Apartment Estates.
View the video below for a glimpse of some of this years decorations.
View the video below for a glimpse of some of this years decorations.
Turn your speakers on to enjoy some Christmas music while viewing the decorations.
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Alex Muggli celebrates 101st birthday
and is honored on Veterans Day.
and is honored on Veterans Day.
Mr. Muggli was a member of the originating committee for Marian Manor Healthcare in Glen Ullin. He served as a board member from 1969 thru 2017.
KFYR TV did an interview with Mr.Muggli to honor his birthday and his service in the U.S. Navy.
Clicking on the link below will take you to KFYR’s site to view the video.
KFYR TV did an interview with Mr.Muggli to honor his birthday and his service in the U.S. Navy.
Clicking on the link below will take you to KFYR’s site to view the video.
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Veterans Day November 12, 2018
At Marian Manor.
At Marian Manor.
Military Veteran residents were honored for their service with a party in the dining area of the nursing home. The local American Legion Post presented the Colors and also the ceremonial folding of the flag. Entertainment was provided by a local musician and nursing home staff. Refreshments were served by staff and volunteers form the area.
Short Video of Veterans Day 2018. Turn your speakers on.
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Halloween Party 2018
The annual Halloween Party was held in the dinning room. Entertainment was provided by a family of young siblings playing a variety of instruments and singing. Refreshments were served by the staff and local community volunteers.
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04.04.18
Hoeven honors Service of Cpl. Joseph Muller, Presents Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal
GLEN ULLIN, N.D. – Senator John Hoeven today presented Joseph F. Muller with the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal, an expression of appreciation from the South Korean government in honor of those who served in the Korean War. Muller, a native of Haymarsh, North Dakota, was drafted into the military in 1951, served as a member of the National Guard’s 188th Field Artillery out of Mandan and achieved the rank of Corporal.
“This medal represents the gratitude of the South Korean people for Cpl. Muller’s service in helping to preserve their freedom from what would become one of the most oppressive and dangerous regimes in the modern world,” said Hoeven. “We must always remember the selfless service of our veterans, and Joseph Muller stands as a great example of this, both in his time overseas and as a member of his community. We join together with his family, the residents of Glen Ullin, the people of South Korea and our nation in thanking him for his service.”
Muller served in Korea from September 7, 1951, through September 6, 1952, and was previously awarded the Korean Service Medal, the Combat Infantryman’s Badge and the United Nations Service Medal. Following his honorable discharge in 1952, he worked as a carpenter, farmer and plumber, including 46 years of employment at the local hardware store in Glen Ullin and 16 years as a self-employed plumber. He married his wife, Delores, in 1953, and the two have four children, 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Muller has a long record of community service, having been a member of the American Legion and the Knights of Columbus for 64 years.
“This medal represents the gratitude of the South Korean people for Cpl. Muller’s service in helping to preserve their freedom from what would become one of the most oppressive and dangerous regimes in the modern world,” said Hoeven. “We must always remember the selfless service of our veterans, and Joseph Muller stands as a great example of this, both in his time overseas and as a member of his community. We join together with his family, the residents of Glen Ullin, the people of South Korea and our nation in thanking him for his service.”
Muller served in Korea from September 7, 1951, through September 6, 1952, and was previously awarded the Korean Service Medal, the Combat Infantryman’s Badge and the United Nations Service Medal. Following his honorable discharge in 1952, he worked as a carpenter, farmer and plumber, including 46 years of employment at the local hardware store in Glen Ullin and 16 years as a self-employed plumber. He married his wife, Delores, in 1953, and the two have four children, 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Muller has a long record of community service, having been a member of the American Legion and the Knights of Columbus for 64 years.
Article and picture published with permission from Senator Hoeven's office.
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ND Patriot Guard visited U.S.A. Veteran’s on May 21, 2016
The North Dakota Patriot Guard came to Marian Manor on Saturday, May 21, 2016. They presented a Challenge Coin to our residents who are United States of America Veterans in recognition of their years of military service. There were 3 different coins depending on the years they were in the service. Gerard Schwan and Norm Westbrook, both Bismarck/Mandan area Ride Captains for the Patriot Guard presented the residents with their coin. Pastor Albert Lautenschlager started the program with a prayer. Those residents honored to receive a coin were: Harold Halstead, Dick Henke, Ervin Navratil, Walter Uhlman, and Edward Renner received the coin for WWII, Gerald Bechhold, Allen Osmundson, Wendelin Schwartz, Thomas Berger, Sidney Sanden, and Larry Young received the Korean coin, and Scott Seabury received the non-combat coin. There were also members from the American Legion present for this program and they were also able to receive a coin- John H Bechtold, Shorty Duppong, Joe Muller, and Roger Soggie. Families were invited to this program and anyone else who had been in the military were also able to receive a coin. Those visiting that received a coin were Jim White, served in the Air Force from Virginia and Charlie Brown served in the Navy from Glen Ullin.
The North Dakota Patriot Guard came to Marian Manor on Saturday, May 21, 2016. They presented a Challenge Coin to our residents who are United States of America Veterans in recognition of their years of military service. There were 3 different coins depending on the years they were in the service. Gerard Schwan and Norm Westbrook, both Bismarck/Mandan area Ride Captains for the Patriot Guard presented the residents with their coin. Pastor Albert Lautenschlager started the program with a prayer. Those residents honored to receive a coin were: Harold Halstead, Dick Henke, Ervin Navratil, Walter Uhlman, and Edward Renner received the coin for WWII, Gerald Bechhold, Allen Osmundson, Wendelin Schwartz, Thomas Berger, Sidney Sanden, and Larry Young received the Korean coin, and Scott Seabury received the non-combat coin. There were also members from the American Legion present for this program and they were also able to receive a coin- John H Bechtold, Shorty Duppong, Joe Muller, and Roger Soggie. Families were invited to this program and anyone else who had been in the military were also able to receive a coin. Those visiting that received a coin were Jim White, served in the Air Force from Virginia and Charlie Brown served in the Navy from Glen Ullin.
