“Time to Clap”

by Timothy Gieseke, MD, CMD

It’s with great pleasure that CALTCM acknowledges the AHCA “Hero Award” for 2017 for programming in a non-profit facility was awarded last month at their annual meeting to “Chaparral House in Berkeley”.  Their administrator, KJ Page, has been a huge contributor to our continuing education committee as well as faculty at our annual meetings.  See the below announcement about the award for their program.  It’s no coincidence that they also have one of the lowest rates of antipsychotic use in the state.  Come to our annual meeting in 2017 and begin networking with KJ and other administrators in our state.

Now, it’s time to stand up and clap.

 

THE CHAPARRAL HOUSE ACTIVITIES PROGRAM
Not for Profit Program of the Year
The Activities Program at Chaparral House, located in Berkeley, Calif., aids in the care of residents by promoting their social, physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual health. Residents are engaged in novel experiences such as drum circles, drama therapy, sewing, yoga, and much more.
The Activities Program grants the residents both meaningful interaction and personal choice, hallmarks of Chaparral House that extend far beyond the boundaries of the center and into the greater community of Berkeley.
 
“The program celebrates each resident, empowers their choices, and respects their right to age with dignity and grace,” says Mayor Tom Bates of the City of Berkeley.
With nine hours of activities every day for approximately 100 residents, there is something for everyone to do at the Chaparral House. Residents and staff alike benefit from some variety in their day, and the activities often help residents regain lost interests and skills, which exponentially enhances their quality of life.  Click here for the press release.