Making spirits bright at Rosebridge
Thursday, December 22, 2005 -- Natalie Miller
Rosebridge Manor is striving to keep spirits bright this holiday season.

Life enrichment co-ordinator Kathy Barr says Rosebridge is supporting residents this Christmas by keeping them busy with a host of seasonal celebrations.

“It has been pretty lively around here,” says Kathy.

“There’s not much of a chance to get depressed.”

On Tuesday, the Rosebridge staff and residents choir performed and a skit by staff was prepared to entertain seniors at the Jasper long-term care home.

A volunteer hosted a Christmas dinner for 10 residents this week, serving the meal on her fine china, complete with candles and gifts.

A variety of other celebrations, special treats and live entertainment make the season a happy one for residents, says Kathy.

Residents take part in a Christmas lights tour this week followed by hot chocolate and goodies at the local Civitan club.

On Christmas day, families will join their loved ones for a traditional holiday meal.