ACTIVITIES/EVENTS

At Friendship Ridge, we believe that fun and stimulating activities brighten lives, which ultimately enhance treatment outcomes. The activities department at Friendship Ridge offers a wide variety of activities to meet the leisure, social and therapeutic needs of our residents. From bingo, books, music, crafts, needlework, painting and cards, to sensory stimulation, coffee hour, dances, birthday parties, luncheons, movies, picnics, concerts, shopping and trips, our residents have an extensive variety of activities and events to participate in. Friendship Ridge also provides four special radio stations through Companion Radio with music and entertainment for senior living.

Upon admission to Friendship Ridge, every resident is assessed to determine their past and current interests and abilities. A plan of care is then formulated to meet each resident's needs.

The Friendship Ridge activity department consists of one activity director, four recreation specialists, and seven activity assistants. The department also relies on volunteers from the Crimson Line Auxiliary of Friendship Ridge to assist with many of the activities.

Activities/events fall under the following general categories:

Individual/independent
Unit group
Off-unit group
Outdoor
Trips

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MONTH	EVENTS	DESCRIPTION
January	Snow Ball Activity Therapy Open House	There is a live band, dancing, and the theme of the ball is “celebrating winter.” Held in celebration of National Activity Professionals’ Week, a picture display of activities held throughout the previous year is displayed, and there are door prizes and refreshments.
February	Valentine Dance	Residents dress in red and/or pink, enjoy a live band and door prizes are awarded.
March	St. Patrick’s Day Dance	A live band performs, and the theme is appropriately “green.”
April	Crazy Hat Dance	Residents make their own crazy hats at crafts, and then wear them to the dance. Always a fun time!
May	Senior Prom Talent Show	Residents dress in their finest. Corsages are made by the residents at crafts, and flowers are distributed by the Jr. ROTC. There is a special theme every year, and a king and queen are crowned. One the year’s favorites! Residents and staff show off their talents through music, poetry, skits and creativity. It’s a blast!
June	Strawberry Social Outdoor Carnival	There is special entertainment with cake, freshly cut strawberries and whipped cream. Yum! This 2-day evening event features all of the elements of a carnival. Families come to enjoy the activities with their loved one. There is bingo, games, food, clowns and entertainment.
July	Patriotic Concert Beach Party Picnics	Music to your ears, as we celebrate the 4th of July together. Held outdoors of course, with palm trees swaying in the breeze, sand and plenty of sea shells. Special music is provided, and refreshments are tropical punch, cookies and grilled hot dogs. What’s the summer with a picnic? Held at outdoor picnic shelters for all units throughout the month.
August	Senior Olympics	Held at Brady’s Run Park with the residents of Friendship Ridge and residents from other area nursing homes. Events include bowling, spelling bee, lawn darts, basketball and discus.
September	Campfires Country Western Dance	Held throughout the month, and close out the summer season of outdoor activities. Residents roast hot dogs, make s’ mores and sit around the campfire reminiscing, laughing and singing. Get ready for a rootin’ tootin’ good time with a live country-western band.
October	Halloween Party	The staff helps residents make their own costumes and crafts. Staff and resident costumes are judged, and there are smiles on everyone’s faces.
November	Fall Ball	We celebrate the beauty of the season with a live band, favorite tunes and refreshments.
December	Light Up Night New Year’s Party	Held to kick off the Christmas season, complete with carolers, live band, refreshments, door prizes and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Santa. Always a festive evening! OK, so we don’t stay up until midnight! We do have a great time a little earlier with a live band, refreshments and noisemakers.