San Joaquin Gardens has active and ever-changing activity programs. All residents are welcome to attend any of the programs on campus. Residents are extremely important in planning activities and influence the programs in many ways ranging from making a suggestion about a trip to planning and executing a program in its entirety. For a closer look at the program activities, click on the links below:
The activity program at San Joaquin Gardens enriches the lives of residents by focusing on social, educational, fitness and spiritual opportunities. A component of the activity program is a strong emphasis on healthy living focusing on activities designed to encouarge an atmosphere of growth while having fun. The annual resident musical is an example of a fun event where residents have the opportunity to participate in a variety of areas from acting to behind the scenes. To view additional photos of the latest Resident Play along with prior productions, go to the Events Photo Gallery.
Lynda Gray is the Activities Coordinator for Assisted Living. There is a variety of activities which include Wii computer game, exercise classes, viewing of various movie classics, horseshoes and adult education classes, just to name a few!
Abby Hamett is the Activity Coordinator for our Health Care Center. Abby and her staff provide the residents with a wide variety of activities. One resident was heard saying, "There is always something happening around here!", when asked about the Activities program. One of the favorite activities is our "Red Hat Society" group, the "Red Hot Hattitude". This group began meeting in June 2004 and is going strong. We get dolled up, have fabulous lunches, tell jokes and stories, and have a great time! .
July 2008.xlsTo view the current monthly calendar, click on the link above.
The Grove is designed for memory impaired residents. The staff utilizes the Best Friends Approach (book source: Best Friends Approach by Virginia Bell and David Troxel).
The Grove is a homey environment, with a flexible schedule that meets the needs of each individual. There are a wide range of scheduled and unscheduled activities and outings for various levels of dementia. Rebecca Williams, the Grove's Program Director, believes that all people should be treated with dignity and respect no matter their age or diagnosis. Creating relationships with the people, in being their friend.
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