The seniors at the Warrensville Community Apartments learned how the practice of Gratitude Journaling helps provide a happy, optimistic outlook on life. Most of the students were Russian immigrants and we taught the class through an interpreter. It was so interesting and inspiring to see that these concepts transcend culture differences and language barriers!

 The residents of The Homewood Residence, along with our guests from the Board of Developmental Disabilities, had a wonderful time creating their own unique pieces of art using colored tissue paper. Susan, our art instructor, guided them in layering different colors of tissue paper and adding paint for for special effects. They were so thrilled with their creations!

 Our bi-weekly meditation class continued today at the R.H. Myers Apartments in Beachwood. We discussed Mayo Clinic studies about the benefits of meditation, and we practiced  Guided Imagery and Gratitude Meditation. We discussed easy ways to incorporate meditation into your life.

Our bi-weekly laughter yoga class at the R. H. Myers Apartments in Beachwood continued today with lots of fun. Lori led the group in laughter exercises that help to relieve stress, increase breathing, and put you in a great mood. Come join us every other Thursday at 11:00 am for this fun and unique class.

 Lots of smiles today when Lucy the therapy dog came to visit with the seniors at the Homewood Residence, and our guests from the Board of Developmental Disabilities. Everyone learned about the training program that therapy dogs go through, and everyone got a chance to pet Lucy and give her a treat. Lucy was a very happy girl!