Elizabeth Sampson reports from Van Nuys, CA: Every once in awhile, we combine the properties Andalucía and La Coruña and throw a really huge party at one location. This year they had their Fourth of July party at the end of June. Jessica Wierzba came out to teach line dancing to the residents like she did last year. We had a potluck and raffle, and Louis cooked meats on the outdoor grill. I brought cowboy hats for everyone and we had a hootenanny. Not everyone danced, but everyone definitely had a great time.
Here are Cassie and Julie Allen with Jessica. Julie Allen didn’t let her wheelchair keep her from moving to some Honky Tonk.
Here is Bonnie. She got one of the few pink cowgirl hats, and is ready for lunch!
Here’s manager Louis Perla bringing in the meats from the outdoor grill.
The property managers, Louis and Kea Kane, are so attentive and kind.
The residents love them and the buildings are full of great energy and happy people living full lives.
~ Elizabeth Sampson, Program Director
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