Now...what do we talk about...
Resident stories...staffing...the weather...events...Dementia...Medicare Pt D...how bad the Sonics are? I don't know. I guess this is where our staff, residents and families come into play. I invite anyone that reads this to help direct and steer this vehicle of comunication.
- Do you want to hear stories and share photos of a day in the life at Aegis of Redmond?
- Can we get residents to provide "life stories" as human interest pieces?
- Would you like to know more about senior health, aging, dementia, care giving, support groups, good doctors, bad doctors, activities...
For now I will tell you a couple of stories. We lost a great friend and hero this week. Doug Brigden, AKA, The Colonel - lost his well fought and lengthy battle with cancer. For those of us that were lucky to not only know Colonel but to see him this past summer; our lives are better for it. Anytime that I step foot onto the patio I will always fondly picture Doug sitting there with his Pearl cowboy hat, a beer, Maggie at his feet...watching the girls go by on the Burke Gilman Trail. Quick with his wit and even quicker to flirt - we loved the Colonel for all he had to offer life while asking nothing in return except friendship. Thank you for letting us be your friend, Doug. We miss you terribly already.
I often get questions or comments from the residents talking about aging and how the golden years ain't so golden. Here is a great chance to learn and talk about the subject. I will begin a class this Thursday at 10:00 am called Body & Being; how we age. This will cover topics ranging from the 5 senses, intimacy, exercise and how the body changes in general as we age. I hope that the residents find this literature and information as intriguing as I have. Families are welcome to participate and join in.
This site still has a lot of work to do - but today, it is a start. Stay tuned for photos, stories and entries from all sorts of people.
Until next time, thank you for your interest,
Brian
2 comments:
Hi Brian. Great idea. This may be a perfect way to introduce residents to the wonderful world of computers. How many computer literate residents do you have?Perhaps those residents that already know how to use these things can teach those that don't. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
I'm sorry to hear of the Colonel's passing. He was a solid guy. I hope Maggie has found solace with the remainder of the family. I lost my own father on October 13th and although I miss him terribly, I rejoice that he is no longer limited by his mind or his body and that he is reunited with my mother. At 89, he lived a very full life and he continues to positively influence me every day. Perhaps Doug and my father are on heaven's patio having a sip or two. Cheers! Irene
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