While practicing social distancing, older adults may not be able to enjoy the fruits of summer, so to speak. When partaking in a virtual activity session, JoAnn was asked to think of things that remind her of summertime; she was also given a large poster board and colored pencils to promote creativity. Though she did not think of herself as an artist, she filled the page with luscious summertime impressions that made her say, “Well, this looks pretty good!”
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Grandparents Day- September 13th!
/in News /by Katie GiampaAs social distancing continues, visiting older adults in person is difficult. Looking for ideas to reach out to their grandmother on Grandparent’s day, this family was coached by their Activity Specialist with ideas to make it special. Setting up a Zoom session with Betty, her grandkids were ready to conduct an interview about her life; Betty was thrilled and prepared for it with her care provider all week! Grandparents rock!
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Resource Share Wednesday: Partnering with Family Caregiver Alliance!
/in News /by Katie GiampaThe Hummingbird Project is thrilled to offer another 8-week virtual activity session series with the Family Caregiver Alliance! These group sessions provide older adults and their care partners with opportunities to explore new worlds through armchair travel and enjoy a sense of camaraderie, community, and creativity. Sign up and join us!
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The Hummingbird Project September Newsletter
/in News /by Katie GiampaHappy Labor Day! Click here to read The Hummingbird Project’s September newsletter!
Cooking Is Good For The Soul
/in News /by Katie GiampaConcetta was an expert cook who found joy preparing meals for her large extended family every Sunday. Activity Specialists understand the importance of honoring a person’s interests and teamed up with her care provider to encourage the preparation of one of Concetta’s renowned recipes a week. The house is filled with purpose once more!
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Covia Well Connected: Providing companionship, connection and creativity for older adults!
/in News /by Katie GiampaClick Here to learn more about Covia Well-Connected!
Summers Gone By: Creative Expression
/in News /by Katie GiampaWhile practicing social distancing, older adults may not be able to enjoy the fruits of summer, so to speak. When partaking in a virtual activity session, JoAnn was asked to think of things that remind her of summertime; she was also given a large poster board and colored pencils to promote creativity. Though she did not think of herself as an artist, she filled the page with luscious summertime impressions that made her say, “Well, this looks pretty good!”
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Maintaining Memories
/in News /by Katie GiampaFred used to love dancing with his wife; they both loved musicians such as Glen Miller, Tommy Dorsey, and Harry James from the 1940s. After his wife passed and he moved into an assisted living facility, an Activity Specialist set him up with an iPad. Together, they picked out music he enjoys on Spotify so as he can listen whenever he pleases. Treasured musical memories at his fingertips!
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Resource Share Wednesday: Community Services at Your Fingertips
/in News /by Katie GiampaClick Here to Find out more about Eldercare Locator!
It’s For You!
/in News /by Katie GiampaBusyness is hard to avoid in a constantly changing world. Older family members may take the brunt of this if finding time to engage with them unconsciously becomes a lesser priority. Understanding that social distancing makes it even more challenging, Activity Specialists are committed to phone calls, Zoom chats, and FaceTime, on a scheduled basis with their clients; this provides the communication older adults need to combat loneliness, isolation, and depression. Ah… thanks for calling!
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Reducing Loneliness with Four Feet!
/in News /by Katie GiampaPets not only provide companionship but also have been found to increase oxytocin in our brains which allows calmness. Knowing the depth of isolation older adults can experience, Activity Specialists look to high-quality stuffed animals to provide a similar effect for their clients living with dementia. Mary Anne finds comfort conversing with her new friend, which also provides a sense of nurturing and sensory stimulation. Things just got a little less lonely!
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