Bingo is popular with 7 residents in our facility. I am pleased to say that a number of residents regularly report for morning stretch which I lead utilizing my background in health and physical education. The woman has expressed her exercise philosophy by saying she participates not to live longer, but to make her days better. Seasonal activities such as the 4th of July barbecue and the Winter holiday party bring family and residents together for wonderful food and musical fun. Pets are allowed and this is really a plus.
Some residents keep a cat in their room.
My facility has a dog, cat, and a bird. Our facility pets are not properly cared for though causing me and other residents to worry about them. They are often fed and hydrated irregularly and not regularly groomed. The wellness nurse supervises the administration of mediations and sees that an updated list for each resident is computerized. A copy of this list accompanies a resident to a doctor visit or to the hospital.