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Oshawa home organizing motorcycle event aimed
at younger residents Agnes Gibson, the home’s RAI co-ordinator and one of the event’s organizers, says staff members had this particular resident in mind when they decided to create a program designed for younger residents. Through the event, the Canadian Motorcycle Cruisers (CMC) is trying to raise money to buy a communication board for the home’s bike enthusiast. The resident will also be named an honorary member of the club. The event, which will take place July 18, will see members of the CMC, a riding organization with chapters across Canada, mount their bikes and head to the Oshawa long-term care home to display their motorcycles for residents and their families. The event will also feature live music and a barbecue. The event is designed to have a large social significance for residents, who will have the opportunity to talk to club members about their bikes and to vote for their favourite machine as part of a contest. Gibson notes that long-term care homes have an obligation to residents to provide them with these types of connections so people can enjoy doing the same things they did before moving into long-term care. While this is important for all residents, it’s younger residents who often need these connections maintained most, she says. “We want people to realize that life doesn’t end in (a long-term care home),” says Gibson, when explaining the importance of the event. “People continue having meaningful relationships with others in the community. . . . And I think a lot of people will get benefits from this event.” Does your home have a story to share about staff members coming together to create a programming opportunity for residents? If so, please contact the newsroom at 800-294-0051, ext. 23, or e-mail deron(at)axiomnews.ca. If you have feedback on this story,
please call the newsroom at 800-294-0051, ext. 23, or e-mail deron(at)axiomnews.ca.
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