Downey Care Center for an Arts & Crafts Day trip

Yesterday was a lovely bright and sunny day here in the Los Angeles/ Orange County area. Perfect conditions for members of the A-1 Home care family to trek out to Downey Care Center to host an afternoon of fun, laughter and friendship with our first of a series of art classes held every other month. 

First, we arrived at the lovely facilities and took some time to settle in. We met with the Activities Director Danielle, who introduced us to some of the clients there, such as Donald. Here is Donald pictured with Jackie. 

Then, we got to work. To our surprise, so many clients were ready to join us for our afternoon! Downey Care Center is a rehabilitation hospital for elders and adults who are receiving care following conditions or recovering from surgery. We understood that they were excited to get our of the "hospital" mindset and get to work on their artistic sides.

Showing off our finished works

We had an amazing time spending the afternoon with the eniors we met in Downey. We look forward to hosting classes again!

A-1 Home Care is an Orange County home health agency that provides in home caregivers to senior homes in Southern California. We provide loving care in the cities of Newport Beach, Corona Del Mar, Huntington Beach, Tustin, Costa Mesa and other cities of Orange County.

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A trip to Two Palms Convalescent Center in Pasadena

Last Monday, much to our delight, A-1 Home Care was invited to lead a round of arts and crafts at Two Palms Convalescent Home in Pasadena. We had never been there before, and it was an honor to be able to spend the afternoon socializing and making art with the fabulous senior population there.

The day was really beautiful, with clear blue skies and lots of sun. We headed out in good spirits.

After settling in, meeting the residents, everyone crowded around to munch on cookies and refreshments, while watching a fun video compiled by one of the A-1 Home Care team, Jesus.

Then we got down to business.

Today, we were making Christmas ornaments made of frosted glass and glitter glue. Everyone worked really hard at their crafts, and the artworks came out looking amazing! There was some serious talent in our midst,. and the A-1 crew got to chat and talk to the staff and residents present.

Here were the results:

We had a lot of fun taking the trip to come and meet the elders at Two Palms. We loved to see the smiling faces and laughter as everyone participated in fun, games, and music together. At the end of the afternoon, we were really grateful for the chance to come and play, so we offered activities director Lerna, a gift bag full of snacks and goodies to share with the staff!

A-1 Home Care is an Orange County home health agency that provides in home caregivers to senior homes in Southern California. We provide loving care in the cities of Newport Beach, Corona Del Mar, Huntington Beach, Tustin, Costa Mesa and other cities of Orange County.

Check out our new Facebook! We post pictures and updates weekly.

  Call 310-657-8780 for Experienced Orange County Hospice Care or visit www.ocseniorhomecare.com