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May 2019 Activities

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Let's See What The Elms Is Up To

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Conrad on Guitar Conrad packs it in when he performs.   The Residents love his voice. Doc Lamott  Doc Lamott comes in every month with a new music lecture for our Residents.  The Residents enjoy his lectures and even more when he performs some samples on the piano. Darwin on Literature  Darwin comes in each month with a wonderful lecture on a book.  The Residents appreciate that Darwin always provides a movie to coincide with his lecture. Current Events with Carol  Carol is one of our most dedicated volunteers. Moving away from San Carlos did not slow her down from coming in weekly to discuss Current Events.  The Residents enjoy her intellect and views she shares with the group. Wii Bowling  We have a great group of Wii bowlers.  We also have a terrific group of Wii bowler fans. They come down to cheer on all the bowlers and to reminisce on their bowling days. San Mateo Senior...

What is the Memory Care Program Up To?

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Memories in the Making  Memories in the Making (MiM) is a unique fine arts program for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia's that offers a creative and non-verbal way of communicating and capturing precious moments through art. Barbara is enjoying painting her art work.  Bill is doing a wonderful job with his horse painting,  Anne loves to paint people. Arts & Crafts  The Residents had fun getting ready for the Easter holiday.   Marilyn loves to craft.   Bill enjoyed his bunny book he completed. Volunteer Artwork  Sevilla has volunteered at The Elms Memory Program for years.  She created some artwork for our Residents to enjoy in our Memory Program. Thank you Sevilla your artwork we will enjoy these for many years. Petting Zoo Visit  Thank you to Little Explores Petting Zoo for bringing all your wonderful animals and staff. Our Residents, Staff, and Fami...

Evening Delight

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Debussy's Piano Trio in G Major   Sequoia High School Students Ilan, Sam and Erica prepared an evening concert for our Residents. The Residents enjoyed the whole performance. Thank you Ilan, Sam and Erica for sharing your talent with our Residents. We look forward to your next visit.   Wine & Cheese   After the lovely performance  Helen, Barbara, Helen and Bill enjoyed discussing how great their performance was.  

Let's See What The Residents are Doing

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Arts & Crafts Helen was so happy to make her jewelry.  Helen was happy to show off her necklace. Entertainment  Ken performed for our Residents and they enjoyed his saxophone.  Norm is a San Carlos local and a wonderful volunteer to share his gift of music with our Residents. Rabbi Visit Rabbi Corey volunteers his time to educate our Residents on Jewish culture. Literature Lectures  Darwin comes in monthly to discuss books on literature.  He does such a fantastic job of finding a movie to coincide with his lecture Residents can watch before hand. This month is was "The Last of the Mohicans". Social Tea  Connie and Florence enjoying a cup of tea.  Bob and Fred love their tea and cookies.   The Residents enjoyed watching the Giants game during social tea. Wii Bowling We have a some devoted Wii bowlers. Tillie, Shirley, Helen and Elsa...