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BronxWorks Older Adult Centers love to celebrate any and every holiday, and this month has been no exception! Along with celebrating Black History Month, National Senior Independence Month, and Valentine’s Day this February, seniors at the BronxWorks East Concourse Older Adult Center celebrated Galentine’s Day! Participants of all genders were welcome to a tea party and tote bag decorating activity at the center. The seniors were encouraged to dress in their best teatime attire!
Everyone in attendance was gifted a tote bag for them to decorate with paint and other crafts. They were all very excited to show each other their finished product and fill their bags. Once the seniors completed the decorating, they were gifted hats, gloves, toiletries, and massagers. These items, along with the tote bags, were generously donated by Robin Hood and Blackstone. The older adults were incredibly appreciative of these items and some immediately began to use them. Thank you to Robin Hood and Blackstone for supporting our older adults!
Those who dressed for the occasion participated in a parade throughout the center to show off their outfits and compete for best dressed. Staff participated as well and shared accessories so anyone could get involved. After the winners were declared, everyone enjoyed teatime treats, including pastries, fruit, and, of course, tea!
The older adult centers offer an abundance of parties and celebrations throughout the year, and many of the participants play active roles in the planning, decorating, and operating of the event. During this event, seniors assisted with signing in attendees, setting up art supplies, and passing out the donations. Participating at the centers provides seniors many opportunities to remain active and, if they so choose, to be a leader among their peers.
BronxWorks Older Adult Centers love to celebrate any and every holiday, and this month has been no exception! Along with celebrating Black History Month, National Senior Independence Month, and Valentine’s Day this February, seniors at the BronxWorks East Concourse Older Adult Center celebrated Galentine’s Day! Participants of all genders were welcome to a tea party and tote bag decorating activity at the center. The seniors were encouraged to dress in their best teatime attire!
Everyone in attendance was gifted a tote bag for them to decorate with paint and other crafts. They were all very excited to show each other their finished product and fill their bags. Once the seniors completed the decorating, they were gifted hats, gloves, toiletries, and massagers. These items, along with the tote bags, were generously donated by Robin Hood and Blackstone. The older adults were incredibly appreciative of these items and some immediately began to use them. Thank you to Robin Hood and Blackstone for supporting our older adults!
Those who dressed for the occasion participated in a parade throughout the center to show off their outfits and compete for best dressed. Staff participated as well and shared accessories so anyone could get involved. After the winners were declared, everyone enjoyed teatime treats, including pastries, fruit, and, of course, tea!
The older adult centers offer an abundance of parties and celebrations throughout the year, and many of the participants play active roles in the planning, decorating, and operating of the event. During this event, seniors assisted with signing in attendees, setting up art supplies, and passing out the donations. Participating at the centers provides seniors many opportunities to remain active and, if they so choose, to be a leader among their peers.
