Heritage Manor News: In-room programs

The overall goal of in-room programs is to meet the needs of the residents who are confined to their rooms. Incorporating as many of the five senses - tactile, visual, auditory, olfactory and taste - helps to tie these sensory activities in with each person’s interests and previous occupation. Doing these in-room activities are always followed by first checking on a resident’s allergies and food and swallow restrictions. Pet therapy is a favorite among the bedbound for tactile senses. Visual is often interesting when family photos are viewed. It helps the individual to reminisce about the good old days. Auditory is done by one on one talking or playing bible study or rosary tapes. Olfactory is enjoyed by all when cooking and baking with the convection oven is done, and of course taste is the reward for providing the cookies or favorite treats.
We are proud to announce Sherina Gallow as the 2014 Heritage Manor Employee of the Year.
The Employee of the Month for March is Alicia Ardoin, and the Resident of the Month is Mary J. Ardoin.
Activities this week include Bible study with Thomas Toler, Come Lord Jesus group, bingo sponsored by the Ville Platte Rotary Club, pokeno, group exercise, snack toss, patriotic rosary, horseshoes, mass by Sacred Heart, manicures and bingo sponsored by the VFW.
The staff of Heritage Manor wishes a Happy Birthday this week to Leanna Gradney and Leonard Ardoin.
The staff of Heritage Manor sends get-well wishes to Carenia Fontenot and Earleen Fontenot.
Congratulations to the service award recipients Sandra Jones, Lakeitha Freeman, Terri Theriot, Sandra Lee, Herbert Jason (25 years) and Janice Deville (15 years). Presenting the awards were administrator Trey Prudhomme and owner Harold Gamburg.