Today we’re catching up with Magnolia @ Highland in San Bernardino.
Staying in shape during the holidays: In the “Get Fit with Kelsey” class, residents are guided through a customized fitness regimen incorporating aerobic and strength training with music and dance. Instructor Kelsey Brennan: “I held a Christmas themed class on the Monday before Christmas and the residents really had fun with it! I love that the residents like to come to my class. They continue to let me know that they enjoy it, and are always thanking me for coming!”
Artists’ Round Table: Beginning and working artists gather each week to discuss projects, provide feedback, and share in the process of individual creation. This project was Holiday Centerpieces. Instructor Alma Wright: “This month’s project was a scene of three Christmas trees made out of poster board in the shape of cones in 3 different sizes. Every tree was decorated in a different style using wrapping paper, yarn, and coffee filters and then placed on top of felt to complete the scene. The students had the opportunity to get creative with the end result by using glitter, buttons, or sequins to decorate the yarn and coffee filter trees. One student chose to make all her trees with the wrapping paper, and a couple of others decided to make extras for their families. Resident Wilhelmina was excited about this project and told me this would be the only Christmas decoration in her apartment this year.”
A great gathering to celebrate New Year’s Eve with finger foods and sandwiches, and entertainment provided by Roy the Karaoke King. RPD Alma Wright: “WSH Manager Jujuana Story hired Roy to come help make this party special. He played, sang, and held a raffle. The residents were enjoying the food and were just getting warmed up on the dance floor, when a strong earthquake hit the area. Roy quickly started playing ‘Shake, Rattle and Roll’ to get the residents back on the dance floor. In the end, everyone kept on partying, and enjoyed dancing and blowing their horns to celebrate the New Year a bit early!”
~ Alma Wright, Regional Programs Director
EngAGE offers a variety of classes, workshops, and special programs at each of our communities. These posts highlight just a small sample.
