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We have heard it before \u2013 we are living in unprecedented times. But for seniors at The Salvation Army\u2019s Lakeview Manor<\/a> long-term care facility, this isn\u2019t the first time in their more than 80-years that they have experienced something uncertain.<\/span><\/p>\n

Located in Riverview, New Brunswick, Lakeview Manor is a 50-bed long-term care facility that provides compassionate care, community and sensory stimulation activities for seniors.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cFrom 100 to zero\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\u201cThe goal is community engagement,\u201d says Jessica Morton, activity coordinator at Lakeview Manor. \u201cWe work to fill the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of our residents through activities and programs.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Jessica began her role as activity coordinator two-years ago, developing programs and activities to engage seniors and fit their interests. But when the pandemic hit, they were forced to cancel many activities and change how they ran the facility.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe sensory stimulation went from 100 to zero,\u201d says Jessica. \u201cWe went from having fun-filled activities everyday to basically nothing.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThey\u2019ve lived in uncertain times many times\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Like many, Jessica worried about the impact this would have on residents. But they quickly realized the resilience of the older members of our society.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThere is an assumption that residents aren\u2019t resilient,” says Kym Elder, Executive Director. “Sometimes there are things that we overcompensate for and we made assumptions that they\u2019re not able to handle it, but when you talk to some of these folks you realize they\u2019ve been through a lot.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Jessica says that the wisdom seniors offer is more valuable than ever during these unprecedented times. \u201cTheir wisdom and experience can\u2019t be underestimated, they\u2019ve lived in uncertain times many times.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re prioritizing caring for our residents\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The Lakeview Manor team has been monitoring the health and safety guidelines closely and have been working to reintroduce programs and activities. The most important \u2013 visits from loved ones.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe started with window visits, but once it was permitted by the government, we began outdoor visits,\u201d she explains. \u201cNow, we are allowed scheduled indoor visits. Caregivers are in such a fragile place, we\u2019re prioritizing caring for our residents, being cautious and mindful and preparing for hazards.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

This week, Jessica is preparing to reintroduce small indoor activities for the seniors. She explains that while seniors may be resilient, sensory simulation and socialization is still important for residents in long-term care.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cBefore we offered large activities like bingo, bus outings, carnivals, gardening, parties,\u201d says Jessica. \u201cBut now we are working within the bubbles of our wings to reintroduce small group activities.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

The Salvation Army is dedicated to providing exceptional care for seniors at our long-term care facilities. Learn more<\/a> about how you can help the team at The Salvation Army Lakeview Manor.<\/span><\/p>\n

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By: Angela Rafuse<\/p>\n

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