For older adults, staying active and finding fulfilling hobbies to pass the time are important and beneficial to their physical and mental health. 

It was in St. Louis, MO, where Kay Poole fell in love with sports as she dribbled, juked and shot three-pointers into the basketball hoop hanging above the garage. As time went on, throughout her childhood and beyond, you could find Kay on more than just a basketball court. In high school, she also played field hockey and softball, going on to play all three sports at Principia College in Elash, Illinois. 

One evening in Bethesda, MD,  Fox Hill resident Sherry Migdail and her friends asked their waiter where he was born. The conversation led to additional questions regarding his family and he added that his mother was born in Haiti and his father in Liverpool, England. Sherry turned around to look at waiter Daniel James’ nametag and delightedly said, “Your mother’s name is Jessie and your father is also Daniel James. You were born in 1963, and I was there.” 

Move over books, there’s a new club in town! Podcasts are growing in popularity, which means podcast clubs are too. Who wouldn’t want to get together every week, listen in on your favorite topics and current issues, and then discuss them with a group of friends? Similar to a book club, minus the reading, a podcast club is a great way to stimulate the mind and bring people together.

In honor of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), we are taking a moment to celebrate our incredible Sunrise nurses for the exemplary care that they provide to their residents and community. Kerina George, is one of these amazing nurses, and she was nominated by fellow team members for her dedication and commitment that she brings each and every day.  

Mother's Day is right around the corner. 

In honor of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), we are taking a moment to celebrate our incredible Sunrise nurses for the exemplary care that they provide to their residents and community. Juanita Roseboro, is one of these amazing nurses, and she was nominated by fellow team members for her caring nature and compassion that she brings each and every day.