First Wreath for 2010 Festival of Wreaths

Christine English presents the first wreath submission for the 2010 Festival of Wreaths to Betty Kowitski, Administrative Assistant at Pleasant DayMedical Adult Day Care.  The Festival of Wreaths runs from November 11 through December 2, culminating with the Holiday Gala on December 2.  The Festival of Wreaths is a fundraiser for Pleasant Day.  If you would like to make and donate a wreath, please call Betty Ruark at 410-228-0190, ext. 103.

Presented by:  Alzheimer’s Association
Speaker:  Amy Schine, GeriEd Consulting

“The Emotional Journey of Caregiving” is an educational program designed for caregivers to learn how to improve their role throughout the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.  This program will cover: overview of Alzheimer’s disease; symptoms of caregiver stress; common emotions caregivers experience; methods for being a healthy caregiver; and services offered by Alzheimer’s Association to help families cope. 

Admission is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is requested.  To register and request respite care, call Linda Elben at Pleasant Day at 410-228-0190. 

Stroke Survivors Group

August 26, 2010   1:00-2:00

Contact Linda Elben, Social Work Director, for more information at 410-228-0190. 

2009 July 4th Front Yard Picnic

Although the Fourth of July this year is on a Sunday, Pleasant Day Medical Adult Day Care will be celebrating on Monday, July 5th (rain or shine).  “Da Girls”  (Shelley Abbott and Tina Krahn) will perform at the Fourth of July front yard picnic from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.  OPEN to the PUBLIC!  FREE admission.  Bring your lawn chair and picnic lunch.  Pleasant Day will provide the refreshing iced tea and entertainment.  Everyone is Welcome!

Support Group Meetings

Thursday July 15   2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Dorchester County Caregivers

Thursday July 22   1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Stroke Survivors Group

Contact Linda Elben, Social Work Director, for more information at 410-228-0190.

Pleasant Day Medical Adult Day Care hosted the 16th Annual Senior Celebration.  It was a hugh success with over 2000 people of all ages in attendance.  ”This is the biggest Senior Celebration yet, with more vendors, both inside and out, more health screenings both in the Health Tent and in Governor’s Hall, and the best entertainment ever, thanks to Shelley Abbott, Entertainment Chair” commented Jackie Vickers, Executive Director of Pleasant Day. 

Shore Health System staff check the blood pressure of Carolyn Camper and her son, Ty Stanley in the Wellness Tent at Senior Celebration.

John Dodge performed as a ventriloquist and a magician to the delight of the crowd.

      May 20, 2010  
          9:00-3:00

Pleasant Day Medical Adult Day Care will be hosting the 16th Annual Senior Celebration on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at Governor’s Hall, Sailwinds Park, Cambridge from 9:00-3:00.  Senior Celebration is an education, informative, and fun event, targeted to the adult population, families and caregivers.    EVERYONE is welcome.  Shelly Abobtt will be the emcee with music and entertainment all day.  There will be vendors with
give-a-ways, door prizes, Eastern Shore food (priced for seniors and including a crab cake sandwich for $5.00), free tours of Historic Cambridge, and more.  Shore Health System will be sponsoring the Health Fair with health information and screenings.  FREE Admission.  Open to the Public.  All proceeds benefit Pleasant Day Medical Adult Day Care.  Call 410-228-0190 for more information.

April Support Group Meetings

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group Meeting

     April 15, 2010   2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Stroke Survivors Support Group Meeting

     April 22, 2010   1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Contact Linda Elben at 410-228-0190 for more information.

Creative Arts Exhibit 

 April 14, 2010
4:00-6:00

Pleasant Day is planning its first Creative Arts Exhibit to enable participants to showcase their talents.  There will be drawings, paintings, ceramics, and more on display in the halls of Pleasant Day on Wednesday Aprl 14 from 4:00 to 6:00.  The weekly art classes by Chesapeake College teachers, Francis Vaughn and Ann Pyper and the Pleasant Day ceramics teacher, Laurie Rippons, help participants discover, re-discover and/or spark talents that may have been dormant.   Pictured is Louise Crider, demonstrating several of her pieces.  The public is invited to come in, meet the artists, enjoy their talent and enjoy some cookies and punch.  For more information or to help, please call Betty Ruark at 410-228-0190.

April is Dog Appreciation Month

Not many people can resist petting a cute, cuddly litte puppy dog or even a large dog.  At least 17 dogs and the people who care for them will be visiting Pleasant Day in April.  The visits can provide health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure, decreasing anxiety, and recalling memories of pets from years ago.  Look for the purple highlights on the April calendar. 

 Pictured is Dawn Norman, Pleasant Day CNA/Clerk, and her dog, Hurley.