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2018-01-16 07:18:23 PM tknox23508 i know right
2018-01-16 07:18:24 PM ryork what are you all taking about?
2018-01-16 07:18:25 PM kristind I tried to get a head start but I lost a staff person so Ive been on the floor mostly. The midterm practicum snuck up on me
2018-01-16 07:18:38 PM henzel Has anyone taking the midterm?
2018-01-16 07:18:38 PM denisec we cannot take pictures of our members.... this will be interesting. Not sure how to approach that, awaiting an answer still
2018-01-16 07:18:38 PM danielles0127 how did everyone do on the midterm?
2018-01-16 07:18:39 PM kyoung the midterm was in my opinion worded differently than the answers in the readings so a couple questions were harder to answer than other i thought
2018-01-16 07:18:39 PM hmainali Hello friends , as the valintine is coming on the way, i am thinking to organizing the every efficient program . so, what could be yhe one please
2018-01-16 07:18:42 PM meganharvey enter the chat room
2018-01-16 07:18:45 PM krisg much of the mid term is stuff that will not help with the position but things to have in your head
2018-01-16 07:18:47 PM brendarivest what is Peli?
2018-01-16 07:18:51 PM kristind So I need to kick it into high gear for final since there's 2 weeks left. eeek
2018-01-16 07:18:54 PM nailanawaz it ok passing is 65
2018-01-16 07:18:55 PM jcorona93 does anybody know what a tent invitation is?
2018-01-16 07:18:57 PM shouser THANK YOU
2018-01-16 07:19:01 PM brendarivest me to kristind
2018-01-16 07:19:02 PM brian no
2018-01-16 07:19:06 PM brian what is it
2018-01-16 07:19:06 PM ryork what is pell?
2018-01-16 07:19:08 PM tknox23508 i did ok i could have done better i second guest my self
2018-01-16 07:19:12 PM monikadover I am doing the AD, working on 2 masters, and work full time
2018-01-16 07:19:22 PM karencurtis set up a card table
2018-01-16 07:19:24 PM melissaz tent invitation goes on the table. think of what you see in a restaurant advertising happy hour
2018-01-16 07:19:24 PM brendarivest holy cow monika
2018-01-16 07:19:25 PM peg61 I will be doing a new job and it will involve cooking with dementia residents. Ideas anyone?
2018-01-16 07:19:25 PM thad39 I got a 64% I was devastated all my home work was 100%. Ive been a director for 2 years on top of it
2018-01-16 07:19:34 PM sylmat6 do you have a certain amount of time to finish test
2018-01-16 07:19:41 PM kristenamrein Yes, 2 hours
2018-01-16 07:19:41 PM thad39 2 hours
2018-01-16 07:19:43 PM lphillips same with me i am behind on the mid term packet. I did take the quiz, and i passed with a 74, I could have done better.
2018-01-16 07:19:45 PM brendarivest peg we do that with a little portable oven
2018-01-16 07:19:47 PM ryork is the midterm test timed?
2018-01-16 07:19:52 PM brian 2 hours
2018-01-16 07:19:56 PM nailanawaz yes
2018-01-16 07:19:59 PM tknox23508 i passed with a 82
2018-01-16 07:20:00 PM danielles0127 I said the same thing.....ask me I know my stuff. testing is my weakness
2018-01-16 07:20:00 PM jcorona93 Ok thanks! mellissaz
2018-01-16 07:20:04 PM kyoung yes you have 2 hours to do it
2018-01-16 07:20:04 PM karencurtis thad39 i can relate. Ive been getting good grades and got a 74% on midterm, wasnt what i thought
2018-01-16 07:20:08 PM ryork is is difficult
2018-01-16 07:20:09 PM denisec Doing the AD in eves after wor, taking a class to be a time slips Instructor, I teach article 9 for my company, LNA and AD as well as care for my mom after work . Good times!!
2018-01-16 07:20:11 PM brendarivest just dont second guess and take your time
2018-01-16 07:20:11 PM peg61 I will have use of a nice kitchen, with all the applicances...
2018-01-16 07:20:11 PM janaj deja vu ? was this last weeks conversation ?
2018-01-16 07:20:13 PM monikadover my mid term package had to suffer a little
2018-01-16 07:20:16 PM dhopkins OMG...YOU DON'T WANT TO DO THEM !! IT'S A QUESTIONAIRE THAT YOU HAVE TO DO ON ADMISSION AND ANNUALLY...PULL IT UP...THE BUILDING GETS A CUT BACK ON THESE AND IT TAKES AT LEAST 2 HOURS TO COMPLETE....THE RESIDENTS REALLY DON'T LIKE THEM BECAUSE IT TAKES SO LONG AND ITS VERY PERSONALIZED....PULL IT UP ON THE WEB
2018-01-16 07:20:23 PM kristenamrein I already got one part done on the midterm packet and have started to work on several other parts. I'm doing one of the life enrichment events this Sunday!
2018-01-16 07:20:28 PM sylmat6 itest is graded right away?
2018-01-16 07:20:34 PM nclairsainvil yes
2018-01-16 07:20:36 PM ryork can you take the test wiothout finishing up the midterm practicum?
2018-01-16 07:20:38 PM nailanawaz yes
2018-01-16 07:20:52 PM karencurtis yes test is graded right away
2018-01-16 07:20:53 PM melissaz yes the test is graded right away. Don't second guess yourself!
2018-01-16 07:21:02 PM denisec "go with what ya know!"
2018-01-16 07:21:05 PM jeri I do AD full time, this class and help my mom and my husband who has cancer
2018-01-16 07:21:06 PM brendarivest yes ryork
2018-01-16 07:21:06 PM rachelmaine i think the test was closed yesterday
2018-01-16 07:21:11 PM nailanawaz it will gives you correct anwes too in the end
2018-01-16 07:21:17 PM perezca4 i second guessed myself also..ugh
2018-01-16 07:21:22 PM kyoung don't second guess yourself, i did that on a few and ended up being wrong
2018-01-16 07:21:24 PM henzel Where is the quiz for it?
2018-01-16 07:21:24 PM melissaz me too..
2018-01-16 07:21:25 PM myriamr Im starting my midterm pack Thursday, I work in a nursing home , but I will go to the day program and do the group activity next week
2018-01-16 07:21:26 PM danielles0127 and im sorry was is concidered passing?
2018-01-16 07:21:26 PM tknox23508 i know
2018-01-16 07:21:31 PM sylmat6 karen are you on the mepap2?
2018-01-16 07:21:31 PM monikadover Jeri hang in there, one day at a time
2018-01-16 07:21:33 PM kyoung just go with your first gut feeling on the answers
2018-01-16 07:21:35 PM ryork what is the test based on? is it all about the reading assignements for the whole midterms?
2018-01-16 07:21:37 PM ashia me too on a couple questions
2018-01-16 07:21:40 PM denisec what amazing stories we all have- good strong ppl!! =-)
2018-01-16 07:21:43 PM camogden left the chat room
2018-01-16 07:21:43 PM camogden enter the chat room
2018-01-16 07:21:48 PM tknox23508 thats what i should have don
2018-01-16 07:21:50 PM jeri thanks and amen to that
2018-01-16 07:21:51 PM kristind For vday....another idea is all red and/or pink or purple foods (radishes, strawberries, cherries, jello, licorice, cinnamon or cherry jellies), red peppers, etc)
2018-01-16 07:21:52 PM tknox23508 done
2018-01-16 07:22:01 PM rachelmaine I will be taking the mepap2 anyone doing it now?
2018-01-16 07:22:04 PM jcorona93 does anybody know what an organizational chart is?
2018-01-16 07:22:05 PM brendarivest thats a great idea kristi
2018-01-16 07:22:06 PM tknox23508 first gut is normally right
2018-01-16 07:22:09 PM nailanawaz i change few answres change and get wrong
2018-01-16 07:22:10 PM myriamr no
2018-01-16 07:22:14 PM jeri I was so happy to come back to work and school. Keeps my mind busy
2018-01-16 07:22:21 PM thad39 will start MEPAP 2 on Feb. 6th
2018-01-16 07:22:23 PM melissaz Everyone here should be mepap1, the mepap2 folks meet on Thursdays
2018-01-16 07:22:24 PM monikadover I am doing the MEPAP 2 next
2018-01-16 07:22:26 PM nailanawaz first choice is corect
2018-01-16 07:22:29 PM bobong Is the test is on Mepap 2?
2018-01-16 07:22:31 PM denisec Jcorona... tells you the breakdown of who is where in the company
2018-01-16 07:22:32 PM hmainali no one seems to be paying any attention to my question. thank you any way
2018-01-16 07:22:41 PM melissaz I'm not going to start mepap2 until March or April.
2018-01-16 07:22:42 PM brendarivest i think that is the chain of command jcorona if i remember right
2018-01-16 07:22:42 PM ryork i am doing the MEPAP 2 next
2018-01-16 07:22:42 PM myriamr I'm currently working like Life Enrichment Director
2018-01-16 07:22:43 PM bethanyw we have a blood drive planned for Feb... with Heart health
2018-01-16 07:22:45 PM rickyd please tell me I'm in the right chat room. I've not taken the mid-term and it still a couple weeks out...still working th practicum
2018-01-16 07:22:45 PM krisg working with several tweens, ( not IL ) but so om]n the edge of assisted living just trying to keep them busy
2018-01-16 07:22:48 PM karencurtis hmainali what is ur ?
2018-01-16 07:22:48 PM janaj jcoro- its a break down of whoi is in charge and who reports to who, chain of command
2018-01-16 07:22:50 PM abanks whats the question
2018-01-16 07:22:51 PM danielles0127 im going into mepap 2
2018-01-16 07:22:52 PM nailanawaz there will final exam too
2018-01-16 07:22:55 PM kyoung is it required to take mepap2 to get certified for activities assistant or is 2 for director certified?
2018-01-16 07:23:09 PM tknox23508 what was your question
2018-01-16 07:23:13 PM melissaz everyone for mepap1 is here. What week you are in doesn't matter to join in the chat.
2018-01-16 07:23:13 PM monikadover hmainali what is your question??
2018-01-16 07:23:13 PM sallyadkins left the chat room
2018-01-16 07:23:20 PM sallyadkins enter the chat room
2018-01-16 07:23:24 PM kristind I need to take a break I think before MEPAP2. I think I will focus on the Contimuing education part for a "break"
2018-01-16 07:23:31 PM ryork do you guys know a university that evaluates transcript?
2018-01-16 07:23:33 PM rickyd kyoung...yes mepap2 is part of the requirement for certification.
2018-01-16 07:23:34 PM denisec KYOUNG AAC is not required to take part 2
2018-01-16 07:23:40 PM myriamr this week doesnt matter if you are in the chat
2018-01-16 07:23:40 PM sylmat6 yes
2018-01-16 07:23:46 PM jcorona93 oh ok thanks! I was wondering what that was, wasnt sure
2018-01-16 07:23:48 PM danielles0127 I think i need a break. but that will be determined by my company lol
2018-01-16 07:23:57 PM jeri I figure if I am going to go thru both of the MEPAP courses then I might as well go all the was for the national one
2018-01-16 07:24:00 PM karencurtis myiamr why does this week not matter if ur in the chat?
2018-01-16 07:24:02 PM denisec Ricky- NOT for AAC...~ activity assistant
2018-01-16 07:24:08 PM myriamr but Kathy send an email to be here and talk about the midterm
2018-01-16 07:24:10 PM brendarivest i have heard that the 2 is easier thatn the first
2018-01-16 07:24:20 PM thad39 I thought about a break but I still have 10 college credits to go after MEPAP2
2018-01-16 07:24:26 PM abanks so if u take I what is the benefit to taking II
2018-01-16 07:24:27 PM monikadover hmainali When I am done with everything Ill take a vacation
2018-01-16 07:24:27 PM brendarivest she sent us here to talk about speical activites
2018-01-16 07:24:27 PM tknox23508 i hope it is easier
2018-01-16 07:24:32 PM bobong Melissa, are you done with the test?
2018-01-16 07:24:35 PM janaj Free CEU's are avilable from the Alz. assoc. 2 free credits, check eith your local Alz, Assc.
2018-01-16 07:24:37 PM tashapetit aren't we suppose to get a certificate after MEPAP 1?
2018-01-16 07:24:42 PM ashia amen to the vacation
2018-01-16 07:24:44 PM melissaz I have not taken the final yet. I have two weeks left
2018-01-16 07:24:45 PM ryork can you guys expalin to me what body of knowledge is?
2018-01-16 07:24:46 PM rickyd that's correct for AAC; however, Director's will need both.
2018-01-16 07:24:52 PM peg61 How long can we wait before having to take MEPAP 2? I need a break!
2018-01-16 07:24:54 PM brendarivest same here melissaz
2018-01-16 07:24:57 PM myriamr Because she only will be takeing 5 chats in total
2018-01-16 07:25:03 PM jeri Midterm. I have done some of the packet. Do I just post it when ever or do I wait to see that it should be posted
2018-01-16 07:25:08 PM melissaz I'm trying to get my homeowrk doen early though...we'll see if I can actually do that.
2018-01-16 07:25:17 PM brendarivest me to
2018-01-16 07:25:31 PM monikadover hmainali A body of knowledge (BOK or BoK) is the complete set of concepts, terms and activities that make up a professional domain, as defined by the relevant learned society or professional association.
2018-01-16 07:25:32 PM kristenamrein I'm taking a break between the two as I have a planned vacation, so I will be focusing on hours and CEUs the month before I take the MEPAP 2. I already have the degree, so I have the college piece done, it's just those three requirements before I take the certification test.
2018-01-16 07:25:33 PM brinyanny 66% It is approved ?
2018-01-16 07:25:38 PM karencurtis myriamr what does that mean? This is my last chat before i finish me1 hope it counts
2018-01-16 07:25:42 PM denisec we are biulding a house too, so I am trying to get it where I am not moving and doing Final Practicum
2018-01-16 07:25:46 PM thad39 yes I got a 64%
2018-01-16 07:25:51 PM lphillips what time do the specialty chats start?
2018-01-16 07:25:52 PM brendarivest So is any one planning an easter egg hunt yet
2018-01-16 07:25:56 PM ryork is Kathyok, thanks
2018-01-16 07:25:56 PM melissaz Summer Parties, what are you all planning? I'm working on a Casino Night
2018-01-16 07:25:56 PM bobong Melissa, so youre done the midterm practicum?
2018-01-16 07:26:00 PM kmavarez enter the chat room
2018-01-16 07:26:01 PM jcorona93 thank yu melissa for your help! I have been trying to get everything done and it hasnt been easy
2018-01-16 07:26:01 PM monikadover hmainali I think it is 75%
2018-01-16 07:26:02 PM brian we are!!!
2018-01-16 07:26:03 PM melissaz Yes I am
2018-01-16 07:26:04 PM davidberumen I fully intend on taking MEPAP 2
2018-01-16 07:26:07 PM shouser HOW MANY TIMES CAN YOU TAKE THE TEST
2018-01-16 07:26:09 PM krisg Working full time and doing all the homework is at times a little trickie
2018-01-16 07:26:14 PM rachelmaine depends what time zone your in
2018-01-16 07:26:18 PM ryork what is the passing grade for the exams?
2018-01-16 07:26:19 PM myriamr if you check in you assigments for this week you will see is not a chat but kathy mention is good for everyone to participate then you get your questions answer
2018-01-16 07:26:19 PM monikadover A body of knowledge (BOK or BoK) is the complete set of concepts, terms and activities that make up a professional domain, as defined by the relevant learned society or professional association.
2018-01-16 07:26:20 PM ashia i agree!
2018-01-16 07:26:20 PM kyoung melissa: yes I am:) the resients loved it last yeat
2018-01-16 07:26:21 PM brendarivest one time on the test
2018-01-16 07:26:21 PM tknox23508 casino sounds good
2018-01-16 07:26:29 PM melissaz brian, what are you planning?!
2018-01-16 07:26:31 PM shouser THANKS
2018-01-16 07:26:32 PM nclairsainvil las vegas day
2018-01-16 07:26:36 PM madip What about a casino?
2018-01-16 07:26:37 PM ryork thanks you Monika
2018-01-16 07:26:42 PM janaj Im at casino now, Haha !
2018-01-16 07:26:44 PM rachelmaine Brian where you from?
2018-01-16 07:26:55 PM brian Im from New Jersey
2018-01-16 07:26:56 PM thad39 We are going to the casino next week on Thursday
2018-01-16 07:27:04 PM monikadover we are going to the casino as soon as the weather is warmer
2018-01-16 07:27:05 PM melissaz Nice! I'm tyring to get my leadership team to run the gambling tables.
2018-01-16 07:27:05 PM kyoung anyone have any good craft ideas for valentines day that arent the usual valentines cards or boxes??
2018-01-16 07:27:06 PM jeri We go to the casino tomorrow
2018-01-16 07:27:08 PM rickyd looking forward to warm weather. Weenie roast, marshmellows and smores.
2018-01-16 07:27:12 PM kmavarez Hi guys! sorry Iam late
2018-01-16 07:27:14 PM peg61 For the casino theme, do you have a roulette wheel? Tell me what the room setup is and what casino games you have...
2018-01-16 07:27:16 PM bobong oh no, i didnt yet start the midterm practicum
2018-01-16 07:27:18 PM henzel left the chat room
2018-01-16 07:27:19 PM melissaz What did you all do at your casio nights?
2018-01-16 07:27:19 PM tknox23508 someone said they were going to do a casino night for an activity
2018-01-16 07:27:19 PM lphillips what time zone are you?
2018-01-16 07:27:20 PM rachelmaine so you have snow
2018-01-16 07:27:21 PM tashapetit i like the casino idea
2018-01-16 07:27:25 PM brendarivest So all my entertainers are booked for next year
2018-01-16 07:27:28 PM jcorona93 anybody having any special events going on in their facility?
2018-01-16 07:27:34 PM myriamr Im doing angel with pine cones a Acorns for valentines day
2018-01-16 07:27:35 PM krisg casino how long do you stay
2018-01-16 07:27:41 PM ryork I am thinking of doing a crafts for my interfacility event....I will use old valentines card and make them like a bookmark or
2018-01-16 07:27:41 PM tashapetit i think i should try it
2018-01-16 07:27:43 PM jeri we are doing outings once a week
2018-01-16 07:27:47 PM brian not yet but tonight the snow starts
2018-01-16 07:27:48 PM brendarivest jcorona we have elvis ciming next month lol
2018-01-16 07:27:49 PM monikadover I want to do football bets on super bowl sunday
2018-01-16 07:27:51 PM kristind Serious brenda? Wow. I just got about 2 each monthed booked today. Jealous! Nice work
2018-01-16 07:27:54 PM masaenz1 super bowl party!
2018-01-16 07:27:59 PM thad39 4 hours at the casino because we eat lunch too
2018-01-16 07:27:59 PM karencurtis im in MEPAP 1 at ur own pace, i wonder if thats different? My deadline is next tuesday & i needed 1 more chat out of 5, its gotta count
2018-01-16 07:27:59 PM ashia toilet paper tubes shaped into hearts and used with paint like a stamp
2018-01-16 07:28:02 PM nclairsainvil we do football bets
2018-01-16 07:28:12 PM jcorona93 that is cool! i bet they will love elvis
2018-01-16 07:28:17 PM tknox23508 black jack, poker
2018-01-16 07:28:20 PM ryork can walking a dog considered as quality of life?
2018-01-16 07:28:23 PM kristind Skilled nursing...we don't have transportation. I miss outings
2018-01-16 07:28:24 PM brian we scatter the eggs in the dining room and then push the residents around
2018-01-16 07:28:28 PM nclairsainvil have a nice party superbowl
2018-01-16 07:28:33 PM nailanawaz yes
2018-01-16 07:28:34 PM krisg Do you take IL residents or AL?
2018-01-16 07:28:34 PM karencurtis and myriamr, where r u reading no chat this week?
2018-01-16 07:28:35 PM shouser MY RESIDENTS LOVE ELVIS
2018-01-16 07:28:35 PM monikadover I want to get the kitchen on board so that we can have a big party
2018-01-16 07:28:35 PM rickyd left the chat room
2018-01-16 07:28:35 PM melissaz you go to the casino!? That is awesome!
2018-01-16 07:28:36 PM tknox23508 yes
2018-01-16 07:28:37 PM myriamr yes animals are important for residents
2018-01-16 07:28:37 PM rickyd enter the chat room
2018-01-16 07:28:39 PM janaj Give each resident a square, have a football pot, winner gets prize
2018-01-16 07:28:39 PM masaenz1 and speaking of, Pats are taking it again this year, for sure.
2018-01-16 07:28:41 PM jeri I want to do the march madness brackets for basketball
2018-01-16 07:28:41 PM debw23 enter the chat room
2018-01-16 07:28:43 PM jwimberly81 So I want to get a pug as an activity pet
2018-01-16 07:28:45 PM brendarivest its ahuge hit. We have one resdient who absolutely adores "Elvis" her room si all about him
2018-01-16 07:28:53 PM jackieb brenda that's a great idea. I have mine booked through March already. Definitely helps with the organizing
2018-01-16 07:28:56 PM ryork ok...i am planning of doing that for my quality of life?
2018-01-16 07:28:57 PM myriamr we have dogs who come and visit our residents, cat and horses too
2018-01-16 07:28:58 PM nailanawaz what time you go casino
2018-01-16 07:28:59 PM denisec there are a LOT of assigments due each day if you stay on track. Def harder to accomplish
2018-01-16 07:29:11 PM madip We have a lot of dogs that come with employees
2018-01-16 07:29:20 PM perezca4 we have lots of sports fans sooo superbowl and march madness are always a big hit with us
2018-01-16 07:29:21 PM debw23 cats and horses visit? wow where did you find them? who brings them?
2018-01-16 07:29:23 PM madip i bring mine every day
2018-01-16 07:29:26 PM lphillips yes animals are very important. Our local Humane Sociaty comes with all kinds of different animals twice a month.
2018-01-16 07:29:32 PM meganharvey left the chat room
2018-01-16 07:29:33 PM denisec I took pictures while I went quad riding for my quality of lfe~ hahah it gave me peace for sure!!
2018-01-16 07:29:33 PM ryork this is harder than i thought....too much projects to do and work full time...but we can do it
2018-01-16 07:29:37 PM brendarivest we have a set of dogs that vome once a month and they are dressed up to match the holidya of the month
2018-01-16 07:29:37 PM tknox23508 we have dogs that come and we have our own rabbit
2018-01-16 07:29:39 PM davidberumen We havef had the humane society come with cays
2018-01-16 07:29:41 PM shouser HUMANE SOCIETY IS COMING NEXT MONTH FOR PETTHERAPY
2018-01-16 07:29:42 PM monikadover We are going to Cripple Creek CO for gambling
2018-01-16 07:29:42 PM davidberumen cats*
2018-01-16 07:29:44 PM rachelmaine bowling and dart tournaments with the men
2018-01-16 07:29:48 PM jcorona93 I am doing a craft of light up torch for the olympics in february
2018-01-16 07:29:49 PM ryork thats cool
2018-01-16 07:29:56 PM myriamr I live out the country, so we have farmers who volunteer and bring the horses
2018-01-16 07:29:57 PM nclairsainvil we have pet visists every wednesday
2018-01-16 07:29:57 PM lphillips I would Love to get a few horses to the facility.
2018-01-16 07:30:00 PM nailanawaz we have faithful pwas once a month
2018-01-16 07:30:11 PM denisec we only use pets that are registered pet therapy dogs... liability is strong if there is a scratch bite, nip etc...
2018-01-16 07:30:12 PM myriamr and we have a CNA who has a cat and bring him
2018-01-16 07:30:14 PM kmavarez THat sound good with the human society
2018-01-16 07:30:14 PM brian we have pet therapy biweekly
2018-01-16 07:30:14 PM madip We have a farm that brings animals in the spring.
2018-01-16 07:30:16 PM camogden left the chat room
2018-01-16 07:30:17 PM camogden enter the chat room
2018-01-16 07:30:19 PM kyoung we have volunteers come in with there dogs 5-6 times a month
2018-01-16 07:30:21 PM peg61 I like the Olympic torch craft idea. What do you need for that?
2018-01-16 07:30:25 PM madip Everything from mini horses to goats and chickens
2018-01-16 07:30:31 PM rickyd What kind of budget do you all have for entertainment? I am very limited.
2018-01-16 07:30:32 PM monikadover we have a person who brings her dogs and the residents love it
2018-01-16 07:30:33 PM nailanawaz wow
2018-01-16 07:30:37 PM dhopkins https://www.abramsoncenter.org/media/1200/peli-nh-full.pdf
2018-01-16 07:30:38 PM tknox23508 we have pet therapy 1x a week
2018-01-16 07:30:38 PM jwimberly81 I want to get a pig to come
2018-01-16 07:30:40 PM debw23 we have an outing with another facility to an old farmhouse, that will include all the senses for sure
2018-01-16 07:30:41 PM brendarivest that would be amazing to bing other therapy animals other than dogs
2018-01-16 07:30:42 PM myriamr I bring my basset hound, and HR bring her dog too and also the RN too
2018-01-16 07:30:46 PM robinfess yes thats great ideas for the pets
2018-01-16 07:30:46 PM myriamr we have schedules
2018-01-16 07:30:49 PM krisg we go out to a horse rescue
2018-01-16 07:30:50 PM abanks i have$ 160.00 a month :(
2018-01-16 07:30:53 PM jackieb ricky i am too. $100/mo for 120 nursing home residents. We live on fundraisers
2018-01-16 07:30:55 PM dhopkins I JUST SENT WHAT A PELI IS
2018-01-16 07:31:01 PM kristind We tried a "Snowball fight" with marshmallows last week. Huge hit! You use a plastic cup and cut off balloon and they shoot across the room. It was a blast
2018-01-16 07:31:07 PM karencurtis masaenz1 where are you from? are u a pats fan?
2018-01-16 07:31:09 PM rosteed this year where doing a, campus wide Ester EggHunter 2018
2018-01-16 07:31:14 PM debw23 love the snow ball fight lol fun
2018-01-16 07:31:17 PM denisec Ricky... we do not have one for the facilty use. We do have paid yoga, drumming club and tai chi ppl come in. The rest is ALL volunteer
2018-01-16 07:31:20 PM rachelmaine i am very limited on funds period. not even sure what my limit is. but i def spend a lot for entertainment
2018-01-16 07:31:21 PM brendarivest same here rosteed
2018-01-16 07:31:24 PM nailanawaz i have $300 for 32 residents
2018-01-16 07:31:26 PM ryork oh wow, where do you guys get resources for all your activites at work?
2018-01-16 07:31:38 PM rosteed fun
2018-01-16 07:31:39 PM ryork aside from the budget that they give you
2018-01-16 07:31:44 PM brian anything for chinese new year
2018-01-16 07:31:44 PM abanks 300 a month?
2018-01-16 07:31:46 PM monikadover I got $700 for 65 residents
2018-01-16 07:31:48 PM camogden hey sorry i had to get another computer my stopped working i could do anything on it
2018-01-16 07:31:52 PM brian we are having a social
2018-01-16 07:31:54 PM sanctify77 i work full time and am doing this course on the side.nall my day is gone by bedtime BBUT WILL BE COMPLETLY WORTH IT!!
2018-01-16 07:31:57 PM nailanawaz Yes
2018-01-16 07:31:58 PM myriamr We will be visiting one of the news papers where my husband work and they will show the residents all the printing process
2018-01-16 07:31:59 PM sylmat6 ide
2018-01-16 07:32:04 PM kristenamrein I've been collecting my resources for 20+ years, or coming up with my own. People just give me their old stuff and I repurpose it!
2018-01-16 07:32:05 PM denisec I call schools, clubs, churches, home schoolers etc...
2018-01-16 07:32:05 PM robinfess we have a resident run store
2018-01-16 07:32:06 PM debw23 we have a Valentines Dance scheduled with familyinvited too
2018-01-16 07:32:07 PM ryork i will do ice cream social
2018-01-16 07:32:08 PM brendarivest luckily i have an administor who knows what activities does for the resdients so she goes to bat for us and our budget
2018-01-16 07:32:11 PM ashia I get $230 for 90 residents
2018-01-16 07:32:11 PM jackieb We sell candy, snacks, and soda out of the activity room every day. We're doing a knife fundraiser....rata cutlery, i believe it's called. Avon fundraiser a few times a year, donations from churches...
2018-01-16 07:32:12 PM tknox23508 we have a credit card
2018-01-16 07:32:12 PM janaj Year of the dog !! Anothe pet opportunity
2018-01-16 07:32:15 PM madip we have 4000 a month for 98 residents
2018-01-16 07:32:23 PM sylmat6 need ideas on fundraising pls
2018-01-16 07:32:28 PM abanks wow!
2018-01-16 07:32:30 PM davidberumen our budget is broken up in to several departments
2018-01-16 07:32:31 PM denisec I want Madips budget!!!
2018-01-16 07:32:36 PM jackieb me too!

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