I remember the day Lauren presented this organize an activity in class because it made me cry. One of Lauren’s family members suffered from domestic abuse, so when Lauren decided to use her artistic talents to create art, sell the paintings, and donate the money to a charity that helped her family member in the past–it was personal! Of course, I wish Lauren’s family member (and others) never had to suffer. But, I think this organize an activity captures the idea that out of great suffering can come beauty. Continue reading →
Doreen planned a birthday party for those born in October at the group home she previously worked at. Due to Covid restrictions, no outside family or friends were allowed to visit. This left the people with birthdays unable to really celebrate. Doreen changed all that by planning a party with staff and residents! Continue reading →
Gus had many different ideas about activities to organize. But, then inspiration struck as he helped his own mother deal with a question about cyber security. He wondered if others in her retirement community had similar questions. He contacted the community and got permission to hold a Q and A seminar for residents. The rest is history! Continue reading →
When Covid struck, many students wondered how they would organize an activity with all the restrictions. Despite these challenges, Alison organized her family to help spread Holiday Cheer for those who lived in care facilities. With four kids doing online school from home, this was a project that they could all participate in and feel good about! Continue reading →
Many of the Ethics students at Anoka Ramsey Community College work in care settings, just like Adaeze. When it came time to organize an activity, she didn’t let Covid slow her down. In fact, it gave her an extra reason to organize her co-workers and make holiday cards for their residents to express their care for them. Feel the love! Continue reading →
When Covid hit, Kristina’s job became much more challenging. As a care giver at a long-term care facility for elders, Kristina knew her residents were suffering. The facility would no longer allow families or friends to visit. So, when it came time to organize an activity, Kristina had a simple, yet amazing project: She would organize a group to knit or crochet shawls for each of the residents. She would send them all a “hug” during these tough times. Continue reading →
In this organize an activity, Tommy lead a a class on meditation to share techniques he had learned and help others flourish. Learn more about this unique organize an activity! Continue reading →
The group’s hope is to let those in need in their community know that there are people and resources around to help them. Talking about mental health should never be something to be ashamed of.
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“My group cooking a meal for them may seem simple, but it contributes to the larger impact the Ronald McDonald House is going for. They strive to make parents and their children across the country feel like they have a safe, warm place to be even in the darkest of times. I’ve known children who have been extremely ill, and their families continuously talk about the care and hospitality the Ronald McDonald House provides. The entire world may not have been affected by our activity, but for the families we and RMHC, it meant everything.” –Makenna Continue reading here Continue reading →
