Forster Woods Adult Day Center

🎯🧁🐠 A Wednesday full of celebrating, learning, and a little friendly competition!

We started the day by baking our monthly birthday cupcakes! 🎂 Each month, we celebrate all of our participants who have a birthday, creating a special opportunity to recognize them, make them feel appreciated, and celebrate together as a community. 💕 And, of course, the best part is getting to enjoy the cupcakes afterward! 🧁

Next up was a little friendly competition with Dart Ball! 🎯 Participants got moving, practiced their aim, worked on hand-eye coordination, and enjoyed plenty of laughs along the way. Games like Dart Ball encourage focus, coordination, turn-taking, and social interaction while giving everyone a fun way to stay active and engaged.

Then, we took a deep dive into the Forster Fish Tank! 🐠🌊 Participants learned about the different creatures that call our tank home, what they eat, how they live, and how the tank is their ecosystem. Activities like this encourage curiosity, memory, conversation, and cognitive engagement while giving everyone a chance to share what they know and discover something new.

From celebrating birthdays, to testing our aim, to exploring our underwater friends, it was a Wednesday filled with connection, learning, movement, and plenty of fun! 💙

🎙️🌳 A NEW EPISODE OF UNDER THE TREE IS OUT NOW! 🌳🎙️

We’re excited to share our newest episode, “Branching Out with CarePatrol Capital Region”! 💚

In this episode, we sit down with Nick and Rachel from CarePatrol Capital Region to talk about navigating senior care, knowing what questions to ask, recognizing red flags, evaluating safety and quality, and finding trusted guidance along the way.

Whether you’re exploring care options for a loved one now or simply want to better understand the process, this conversation is full of helpful information and practical insight. 💬✨

🎧 Listen to the newest episode of Under the Tree now!

📲 You can find the episode in the comments below or through the Linktree in our bio!

Give it a listen, share it with someone who may find it helpful, and join us Under the Tree! 🌳💚

Happy Monday, Forster Woods friends and family! ☀️💙

We are kicking off the week with plenty of fun, laughter, and meaningful activities! 🎉 Today was all about enjoying time together, staying active, and giving our participants opportunities to use their creativity and independence.

🪵 Giant Jenga
We put our focus and strategy to the test with a game of Giant Jenga! 🧩 This activity encourages concentration, hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, problem-solving, and decision-making. It also gives participants a chance to cheer each other on, practice patience, and enjoy some friendly competition! 😄👏

🏐 Volleyball Fun
We got moving with a friendly game of volleyball! Volleyball gives our participants a chance to work on coordination, balance, movement, and hand-eye coordination while encouraging teamwork and social interaction. Plus, there were plenty of smiles and laughs along the way! 🏐😄

🔑 Key Chain Creations
We also got creative and made our own key chains! 🎨✨ Hands-on activities like this encourage fine motor skills, focus, decision-making, and self-expression. Most importantly, participants get to make something that is uniquely theirs and feel that sense of accomplishment when they see the finished product! 💙

It was the perfect way to start the week: a little strategy, a little movement, a little creativity, and A LOT of fun! 🥳

Which activity would you choose first: Giant Jenga, volleyball, or making a key chain? 👇🪵🏐🔑

Happy Friday, Forster Woods Friends & Family! 💚🌿

What a fun-filled week we had at Forster Woods! From music and movement to games, dancing, and lots of laughter, our participants had so many opportunities to get involved, try something new, and enjoy time together. 🥰

🥁 Drum Circle brought so much energy and joy! Our participants had the chance to make music, follow rhythms, move their bodies, and connect with friends. We love activities like drum circle because they encourage coordination, movement, focus, self-expression, social connection, and, most importantly, fun! 🥁🎶

🌽 Co****le and dance parties kept everyone moving and smiling! Whether we were tossing bags, showing off our best dance moves, cheering each other on, or simply enjoying the music, there was no shortage of laughter. 💃🕺 These activities give our participants opportunities to stay active, build confidence, engage their minds, and strengthen friendships.

💪 We also got moving with seated exercise! Our participants worked on strength, flexibility, coordination, and movement in a way that was comfortable and accessible for everyone. It was a great way to stay active, get our bodies moving, and have fun together! 💚

At Forster Woods, we believe every day should provide opportunities to move, connect, learn, create, express ourselves, and simply enjoy life. Whether we are making music, playing a game, dancing, exercising, sharing a conversation, or trying something new, each experience helps support the overall well-being of our participants.

We are so grateful for another week filled with friendship, laughter, movement, and meaningful moments. 🥰

Here’s to another wonderful week ahead! Be sure to check out our activity flyer for everything we have planned. 🗓️🌿

Happy Friday, everyone! We hope your weekend is filled with lots of joy! 💚🥳

🎉 Happy Birthday to Our August Birthdays! 🎉

August is a month full of celebrations, and we are so grateful to recognize some very special members of the Forster Woods family!

A very happy birthday to our CEO, Jennifer P! Your passion, leadership, and dedication inspire all of us each day. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our mission and for creating a place where participants, families, and staff feel valued and supported. We hope your birthday is filled with happiness, laughter, and everything that brings you joy.

We would also like to wish a very happy birthday to our wonderful participants:
🎂 Brian H
🎂 Thomas H
🎂 Theresa V
🎂 Lowell J
🎂 Patrick K

Each of you brings something unique to our program, and we are incredibly thankful to celebrate alongside you. Your smiles, stories, and friendships make Forster Woods a brighter place every day.

To the families and caregivers of our participants, thank you for trusting us with your loved ones. It is truly an honor and a privilege to be part of their lives and celebrate these special milestones together.

We hope each of our August birthdays is surrounded by love, laughter, cherished memories, and the people who mean the most to them. Here's to another wonderful year ahead!

Happy Birthday from all of us at Forster Woods! 💙🎈🎁

🗣️Participant Council: Your Voice Matters! 💙

At Forster Woods, our participants help shape the experience! During our Participant Council meetings, everyone has the opportunity to share their ideas, provide feedback, and let us know what they're enjoying—or what they'd like to see more of.

From suggesting favorite meals and new crafts to recommending activities, and special events, their input helps us create a program that's meaningful, engaging, and fun for everyone. We believe the best way to build an incredible day is by listening to the people who make Forster Woods so special.

Together, we're creating a place where every voice is heard and every day is something to look forward to. 💚

Have you listened to our newest episode of Under the Tree yet? 🎙️🌳

If not, now's the perfect time!

In our latest episode, we sit down with Nick and Rachel from CarePatrol Capital Region to talk about navigating senior care, finding the right resources, and how families can feel supported every step of the way. Whether you're planning ahead or helping a loved one today, this conversation is full of helpful insights and valuable information.

🎧 You can listen now through the link in our Linktree or by using the links in the comments below!

After you've listened, let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments! We'd love to hear what resonated with you. 💙

✨ Staff Spotlight: Meet Sue! ✨

We’re excited to shine the spotlight on Sue, one of our incredible Life Enrichment Specialists! 💙

Sue has been part of the Forster Woods family for 6½ years, working in both our Adult Day Program and Home Care. Throughout her time here, she has made a lasting impact on the lives of so many participants and families.

When asked about her favorite part of working at Forster Woods, Sue didn’t hesitate to say it’s the amazing staff and participants. The friendships, teamwork, and connections she’s built over the years are what make every day so rewarding.

A fun fact about Sue is that she loves to craft! From quilting and knitting to just about any creative project, she enjoys doing it all. You can often find her making crafts or coloring alongside our participants, creating meaningful moments and plenty of smiles. Outside of work, Sue also takes great pride in her grandchildren and loves spending time with them.

What makes Sue smile the most at work? Our participants. She says they fill her heart every single day with their energy, joy, and laughter. Their enthusiasm is what inspires her and makes Forster Woods feel like home.

Thank you, Sue, for your kindness, creativity, and dedication to our participants. Your compassionate heart, creative spirit, and commitment to enriching the lives of others make Forster Woods a better place every day. We are so grateful to have you as part of the Forster Woods family! 💙

✨ Participant Spotlight: Beverly B. ✨

Beverly has a warm and gentle presence that makes her such a special part of the Forster Woods family. Most days, you'll find her relaxing in her favorite recliner along the fireplace wall, the perfect front-row seat to all the fun. She enjoys watching the activities unfold around her, smiling and laughing along with everyone, but when it's time for Bingo, Beverly is always ready to jump in!

One of the first things you'll notice about Beverly is her beautiful smile and her signature stylish head scarves, which have become part of her unique charm. She has a wonderful way of making people feel appreciated, never missing an opportunity to offer a heartfelt "thank you" to the staff around her. While she often enjoys quietly taking everything in, she has a lifetime of wonderful stories and experiences that make getting to know her such a joy.

Beverly also has a special place in her heart for animals, making pet therapy visits some of her favorite moments at Forster Woods.

Fun Fact: Beverly once had a blue parakeet, and she has an incredible 42 grandchildren!

Beverly's kindness, gratitude, and warm smile brighten our days, and we are so grateful to have her as part of our Forster Woods family. 💙🌳