Over the past few weeks, two of our residents patiently worked together to create a cozy, no‑sew fleece blanket. With just scissors and fleece, they cut fringe and tied it—all while chatting side by side. Crafting together helped them connect and build meaningful moments. This easy activity supports fine motor skills, relieves stress, and sparks creativity. The finished blanket now warms our common room—and our hearts. It’s a cozy reminder of what can be created when teamwork meets joy.

Happy rock day! Today we painted some rocks with messages on them for fun! They are placed in our garden for anyone to see and enjoy. We talked about going by the lake and skipping rocks for fun while making our colorful creations. Make sure you get out there today and look at the cool rock all around. Don’t forget.. You rock!

Happy National Sugar Cookie day! Today we enjoyed fresh sugar cookies and added some excitement but decorating them with white icing or cream cheese frosting. Some even added sprinkles for fun color. Make sure to enjoy a cookie today!

This morning on Mary B’s we had a fun new programs for exercise called Roll the dice. Each number is associated with some type of exercise. Everyone look a turn with our large die rolling it and doing each movement. They are excited to do this some more.

Down in Mary B’s we started a new and fun activity that’ll take us a couple weeks. Our residents will be making their own placemats for their meal times. They had a blast making their mats.

Today, one of our Mary B residents, Laura, quietly got up and began helping with the dishes—completely unprompted. Moments like these remind us how powerful the Montessori method can be. When people are given purpose, dignity, and the freedom to engage in meaningful tasks, their natural desire to contribute shines through. It’s not just about clean dishes—it’s about connection, independence, and feeling at home. #Montessori #meaningfulliving #BickfordSeniorLiving

Happy 4th of July! Today we enjoyed some fun in the sun with Bomb Pop Ice pops and a Bomb Pop drink to match! Our Ladies on AL enjoyed a little game as we enjoyed our time listening to music outside as well. On Mary B's our ladies thought it was too hot but still enjoyed a little game and a treat as well/ It was double the fun for our happy lady, Gloria as it was also her birthday who was spoiled by all with birthday wishes to her! We hope everyone is having a fun day today and once again have a happy holiday!

Today we enjoyed the morning breeze on Mary B’s while doing our exercises and then enjoyed a drink break to relax afterwords. During our drink break we began reading our daily chronicle and the ladies each took a turn reading a second aloud to each other.

Today we had some towels and wash clothes donated and our ladies on Mary B’s we’re excited and happy to help with folding them and getting them put away.

We winded down this fun week with everyone’s favorite activity, happy hour with their favorite music playing. With some help from Terry, one of our residents who used to be a bartender herself helping serve the drinks.