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Fabulous Fifties Fling

Agency Name:
BACS Adult Day Care
Project Coordinator:
Roberta Tracy, Program Director
Area of Service:
Arts, Senior Issues
Agency Description:
Most older adults prefer to stay in their homes rather than move to an institutional setting. Sometimes all they need to remain in the community is a little extra help. BACS' Adult Day Care Program is designed to provide that extra help and support for older adults experiencing chronic health problems, including Alzheimer's Disease. In addition, the program provides a respite for family members and caregivers, who are assured that their loved one is receiving reliable care while they attend to their daily affairs. The Day Care Programs provide the following services: Door to door transportation to all who need it. A hot, nutritionally-balanced meal. A structured program, with activities led by trained staff, both paid and volunteer. Examples of activities include: memory exercises, reminiscing, cooking, mild body movement, games such as chair volleyball, arts and crafts, gardening, music and singing, drama, group discussions, speakers, and field trips. Ongoing respite and support for caregivers and family members. Daily program leadership provided by Adult Education teachers and BACS Staff. Client referrals to other agencies as needed.
Area:
West Coast Area
Region:
East Bay

Project Date & Time:
Oct 18 - 9AM - 12PM, Oct 19 - 9AM - 12PM
Project Location:
BACS Adult Day Program, 5714 MLK Jr. Way, Oakland, CA 94609

Volunteer Positions:
There are currently 12 available volunteer positions

Project Description:
Elvis is alive and well and promising to make BACS the first stop on his comeback tour! Bay Area Community Services (BACS) Adult Day Program participants, staff, and volunteers are gearing up for a Fabulous Fifties Fling inside the North Oakland Senior Center. Your help is needed with: games, arts and crafts, taking orders at the drive-in, making milkshakes, serving refreshments, snapping photos, music, sock hop, song - you name it. Don't miss this opportunity to rekindle exciting memories for our seniors and learn about the positive aspects of adult day care.

Special Skills or Tools Required:
We shall be offering an early morning orientation on working with our very special seniors. Enthusiasm and patience are the only qualities needed. Please wear fifties togs (if you like - jeans work great!) and close-toed shoes.

Supplies Needed:
Minimum Age:
18
Project ID #:
923