We also had our July Resident of the Month event on Wednesday evening and that is always a highlight.  Members of the management staff interview a resident from each area and unit and they are presented with a special certificate.  At the event, the staff person shares some of the resident's biography as well as words of wisdom.  It is amazing how much we learn about these folks each month, regardless of how well we think we know them.  Family and friends are invited to join us-and they do-making it a very warm and memorable evening.

On Wednesday afternoon, we had great fun with a program through Creative Aging.  Healthy Rhythms.  Using all kinds of rhythm instruments, residents did a variety of exercises, worked with music and even did some guided imagery. At the end of the session, the instructor asked each person to give a one word description of how they were feeling. Words included "relaxed, enthused and calm."