Blessed… with a special touch
🌞Feeling so Blessed
I am so blessed! I have so much in my life to be grateful for. Today I want to share about my chosen career - because I feel so blessed to have a job that allows me to do the things I am most passionate about.
🌼My work in an Adult Day Program
For those of you who may not know, I spend my working day in an Adult Day Program. This Adult Day Program is like a day care - but for adults and seniors rather than children.. Many of the people I work with are seniors, or individuals facing physical, mental, or emotional challenges. In other words, I get to enjoy these beautiful people while providing them with some fun, joy and laughter at a time in their lives when opportunities for fun and connection are fewer than they once were. I treasure the fact that those I spend my day with are someone’s loved ones, held dear in their family’s heart.
🌟The Caregiver’s Journey
If you’ve ever been a caregiver, you’ll understand what I mean when I say it’s both rewarding and challenging. Let’s face it, there are times when you simply need a hand.- whether it’s a break while you run some errands or the chance to take some much- needed self-care. Whatever the reason, every caregiver reaches moments when help is needed. And guilt, more than anything, can make those moments feel oh so heavy.
🤝How we support Families
This is where we come in. We provide a safe, welcoming place where you can bring your loved ones. Once you have completed the appropriate registering process - you or your loved one is ready to go. Simply drop them off and leave the rest to us. :
Playing fun, age‑appropriate, interactive games
Exercise - Movement is encouraged at a pace that honors individual strengths and comfort levels
Enjoy nourishing meals in the company of friends
Assistance with personal needs as needed
And of course, ensuring they are safe, happy, and cared for
And for those who live alone, we help ease the loneliness:
Offering a place to get away for the day
Creating opportunities to spend quality time with others in the same stage of life
Encouraging new friendships
Bringing fun and joy into their lives
🌞Why I love what I do
This is what I get to be a part of. I wake up each morning looking forward to my day, knowing I’ll make a difference in someone’s life. I get to put a smile on someone’s face - and they put a smile on mine.
And for me, I get to add my own special touch. I have been blessed with dancing fingertips, or the ability to play the piano - a gift in itself. Almost everyone loves music or singing, so leading a sing-a-long has become my forte! There is nothing more special than watching the smiles on their faces as they join in, allowing the music to awaken those all - important- sometimes long forgotten - memories. How precious is that?
At the end of the day, I feel so blessed to be part of something that brings joy, comfort, and connection to such beautiful souls. It’s a gift I never take for granted. How lucky am I to be able to do what I love to so and still call it - my career?
And now I’d love to hear from you—what’s one blessing in your life that makes your heart smile.
I look forward to hearing your story - your experience.
Until next time,
Darlene
