Colfax Health and Rehab – 9-13-2017
Colfax Health and Rehab – 9-13-2017
News for the week of Sept. 3rd to the 9th:
Labor Day found many family and visitors sharing the day with our residents. Many came for the delicious holiday lunch that the dietary staff prepared. Many also enjoyed going out to the courtyards to visit and enjoy the beautiful flowers in bloom.
The Green Leaf Crafters gathered in the Square on Tuesday morning. The focus was on the cold winter weather knocking on our door step, as we assembled more of our children’s’ scarves for our holiday craft sale to be held on November 25th. Meanwhile the East Dining Room filled with residents ready to begin the week getting a little exercise. Tony led the group as their arms were swinging and legs were flying. Later the group reminisced about how everyone used to get their exercise. For most of us; in our younger years, farm work was how we got our exercise and we all agreed, looking back we enjoyed it. The afternoon found our Bingo enthusiasts in the Square. All went away with bags full of treats. Volunteer Michelle always makes sure this fun hour runs smoothly.
Pastor Matt Saarem led us in our Wednesday morning church service. We welcomed him as a new addition to our Christian family and thank him for taking the time to come and share with us. We look forward to seeing him again. In our afternoon Awaken the Senses group we worked on both our hearing senses and taste buds. While Tony led the group on a “What’s that Sound” quiz, Barb tantalized our taste buds by serving root beer floats to everyone. All agreed it was a fun afternoon.
Thursday morning, residents gathered in the Square for our weekly volleyball tournament. This activity brings out our competitive side, and all agree it’s a fun way to get some exercise. Later in the morning, even though the weather was cold and rainy, that didn’t stop Pony Tail Pizza from setting up shop in the parking lot to prepare homemade pizzas for both residents and staff. Curiosity got the best of many as residents and staff as they braved the weather to come outside and see how the wood fired pizza oven works. All agreed, they were delicious, and would love to see them come back again.
Loretta led our Catholics in the rosary, and afterwards we gathered in the Square for Gospel Sing a Long. This activity has been a Friday morning tradition for many years here at Colfax Health and Rehab, and the residents enjoyed listening to the talents of Kathy on piano and Bruce on the guitar. Friday afternoon, Dime Bingo was played in the Square. It is always a great way to end the week.
Next week we are looking forward to the music of JC Colby and on Thursday, the Liver Lover’s Club will enjoy a delicious meal of liver and onions!
Until next week,
Barb Stobb, Activity Director