Karen

Hey everyone. I’m just getting back to the Forum. It’s been way too long! I miss Golden Carers big time. In my mind and in my heart. Golden Carers ROCK!

Hi everyone! The Affirmations and Mantras are really a wonderful tool. I use them all many times over the past years. I recently posted them on my Activity Door so my co workers could be reminded of how special they are. My residents enjoyed them first and foremost.

Hi Everyone. I've been a horse lover since childhood. I have owned a horse and can say how wonderful these animals are. My eldest daughter is fully involved in the horse world. Today we are doing a Horse Racing Activity with my Residents. They really enjoy this! I thank you for the WORD SEARCH 'Kentucky Derby', which I will handout to my Residents.

Hello to everyone. I totally enjoy Arm Chair Travel. I’ve been doing this activity for awhile now. It saddens me when I see the horrendous destruction that is happening in the Ukraine. The killing of innocent people especially children. In the morning I lead Daily Devotions and prayer with my Residents. Yesterday we talked about Ukraine and prayed for the people who are suffering. We will continue to do this everyday. Thank you Golden Carers!

Hi Everyone, its been awhile since I've shared with everyone. Hope my colleagues in Activities are well. I did change my job. Yes, still in ACTIVITIES, but so much closer to home! Gas prices have skyrocketed! My new Activity Director has joined Golden Carers! I continue to be inspired by the many ideas shared by all of you Activity Professionals across the continents. Thank you for your dedication. God bless everyone.

Hello everyone. I love the Christmas/Holiday exercise idea! I’m definitely going to incorporate those props n give new names to the exercises we do! I do seated chair/wheel chair exercises everyday. I also use Latin, Waltz, Marches, Oldies as a change up. They love ABBA!! Thank you for the holiday ideas!

Hi everyone. Its been awhile since I've touched base with you guys! Hope all is well with everyone. I'm working in a new facility and shared Golden Carers with my new Director! She is now a new member! Thank you for all your wonderful shares and activities. We are still wearing masks and shields! Ugh! Greet each day with an open mind and positivity. Thank God for Activity Professionals. Stay safe!

Be kind to one another.

Hello. Love gardening. We have a beautiful patio with lots of flowers, pansies, hostas, succulents etc. It’s beautifully landscaped with a small stream. I started a garden club. We planted herbs, dill, rosemary, thyme , basil and oregano, tomato plants. Fun!

Hello to all Activity Professionals. We went back to a full lockdown again. Residents are back into their rooms. So, does anyone have any new activities for residents who are once again having to stay their rooms. Thanking you all in advance.

Hello all. Thank you Solange for your message. After some research, I learned that celebrating Communion by oneself is done. Some religious stores sell Consecrated Hosts as well. Because of Covid the church has loosened up on protocol. A deacon will be bringing the Consecrated host to outside patio and handing the Pyx to the nurse. The nurse will then bring it to the resident who is a deacon. He can give himself communion and his wife. Only because of Covid he is allowed and also a Non-Catholic can carry the Consecrated Host. I agree with being supportive and understanding. Happy New Year!