Gino Orsillo attends Full Life’s memory care program. He speaks Italian, little English, and is hard of hearing. Communication can be challenging, but somehow it all works out, and Gino enjoys going to what he calls his “new job.”
Since meeting newly retired Jeff Drayer through Full Life’s ElderFriends, Wayne Tofthagen is less of a “lifelong loner” and is now more of a “lifelong friend.” The first time they met, the pair quickly found that they had a lot to talk about.
Rachel Homme attends the Solstice art and wellness studio. She sits in her corner, surrounded by her creations. Blind since birth, Rachel revels in creating art.
Residents of Phinney Terrace, an SHA community for elders, learn about healthy eating with limited budgets, through Cooking Matters classes.
It’s been a busy few weeks at Full Life Care. When I started as acting executive director earlier this month, I promised thoughtful decisions, regular updates and a commitment to Full Life Care’s mission. Here are updates to share with you so far.
Transition and growth were abundant at Full Life Care in 2018. We marked one year of affiliation with Transforming Age. As partners stronger together, Full Life Care, along with Transforming Age and its affiliates, discerns how best to live our mission and bring the greatest benefits to a growing number of people.
The annual Art Showcase allowed Art and Wellness Studio participants an opportunity to show their works and talk about the importance of the studio.
Scott Slater, Full Life Care’s chief financial officer, will serve as acting executive director after Executive Director Dave Budd resigned from his position effective June 4, 2019.
Good news to report! Your advocacy worked, plus praise from community leaders, employee training and program growth.
James Abe served in AmeriCorps at Full Life Care’s South Branch Adult Day Health Center. Now he’s on a journey toward becoming a physician focused on helping vulnerable adults with lifelong disabilities.
