The Little Garden That Could Hosts a Tour

The Little Garden That Could held its first garden tour this summer. My friend Andrea works for Day Break. We went out for lunch in February and chatted about work, empty nesting and more. During that conversation I asked if Day Break would be able to come visit our garden. How exciting to learn that yes, Day Break could come for a tour. I planned on August, because the garden is in full bloom and harvest is in full gear. We also made Take and Make bouquets. Everyone went home with a bouquet.

Below explains what Day Break is all about in the county I live in, Barron County, Wisconsin.

 

Adult Day Programs

Adult Day Programs Provide a Break

Everybody needs some time off. People with memory loss and their care partners can improve their quality of life and personal connections with a daytime program specifically developed for their needs. Individuals with memory loss take part in supervised activities, and care partners experience a much-needed break from daily responsibilities.

Programs provide a safe, fun, loving environment, where people are treated with dignity and respect. Activities may include things like:

• Socializing

• Daily discussions

• Exercise

• Singing

• Outings and field trips

• Shared meals

• Games

• Hobbies

Why participate?

Activity and involvement stimulate brain health and can provide additional benefits for people with memory loss and confusion, including helping people live at home longer. Care partners can relax and recharge for a few hours, confident in the safety and security of their loved one. 

Programs may provide additional support through family consultations, lending libraries and more.

I’m taking care of a person who thinks they’re fine. How do I handle denial?

Individuals with memory loss may not recognize the progression of their disease, and it’s often hard to discuss. Expert ADRC staff can help- they have years of experience with the challenges of helping a loved one get the help and support a day program provides.

How much does it cost?

Attendees pay a daily fee; some may qualify for help with payments. 

How do I find a program? What about a ride?

Program options vary between counties and include Daybreak in Barron County, Happy Day Club in Washburn County and Ladysmith Adult Day Services. 

We prepared by weeding the gardens, raking any debris off the lawn, spray painted a few tree roots that we have in the shaded area of our yard, mowing and trim work all done two days before the tour.

On the day of the tour my husband and I went over to our friends home to pick flowers. Charles and Kathy donated extra flowers for the Take and Make bouquets.

 

My husband, both our boys and dear friend Judy helped with the tour. It was a HOT day, it hit 100 degrees by the afternoon. We had ice water and lawn chairs in the shade available.

 

This day was one of the highlights of my summer. As you look at the photos you will see the smiles. The time spent in the garden was special. My favorite was a gentleman gravitated to one of our sunflowers, he just held it. It was not easy to get at, so this was so very special to see how the sunflower helped him come to life. In fact we learned later that he had not said much as of late or responded to much. He did at the garden tour. That sunflower made the difference. 

 

 

 The Take and Make Bouquet Table

We Are Ready 

Here They Come

Making Bouquets

I love this photo!!

The above fella was the one who loved the sunflower. He chose a sunflower for his bouquet and some broom corn. The sunflower made him so happy.

It was a wonderful day. The best part is they want to come back next year. We are thinking to do a different time of year or season, for something is always happening in the garden.

 

 

 

Thank You, Day Break, for coming to visit 

The Little Garden That Could.