IONA

Wellness & Arts Center

Awarded Excellence of Care

Dementia Program of

Distinction

STAFF MEMBERS

Sharon O’Connor

Director

Wellness & Arts Center

Sarah Grogan

Senior Manager

Cecilia Sono

Program Coordinator

Alicia McCarthy, LICSW Social Worker

Susan Lee, MA

Art Therapist

Emmanuel Donkor, BSN

Clinical Nurse Manager

Conny Okparanta, LPN

Zainabu Jalloh, CNA

Lead Program Specialist

Lavorn Cryor, HHA

Program Specialist

Christine Oblitas, CNA Program Specialist

Patricia Houson, CNA

Alberta White, CNA

Reginald Hutchinson

Kitchen Assistant &

Van Driver

FACEBOOK

See what’s happening at

Iona today & follow us

on Facebook. Search for

Iona Senior Services

From the Art Therapist’s Desk: Lindsay Downs

“Vision, uncertainty, and knowledge of materials are inevitabilities that all artists must acknowledge and learn from: vision is always ahead of execution, knowledge of materials is your contact with reality, and uncertainty is a virtue.”

The above quote is from “Art and Fear: Observations on the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking” by, David

Bayles. A recommended read for anyone; not just artists, as feeling comfortable with the unknown can be a fearsome kind of courage. It’s not easy confronting one’s fears and insecurities in any stage of life; whether in the presence of a neurodegenerative disease, disability or the realities of aging. Those engaging in art therapy here at the Iona studio have my admiration and inspiration as I observe and notice ventures in taking courageous steps forward in their art making process, despite not knowing how the process may turn out or what may become of their process. Choosing to attempt something new; whether materials or subject matter is to be applauded and many of those coming into the studio have dared to explore the unknown and brave methods, approaches, materials, artistic references, and viewpoints or perspectives that may not be as familiar. I also applaud those who are continuing their art making processes by themselves, with family and friends, at home, and in their communities. Each person’s process is fascinating and I enjoy seeing all the pieces unfold over time. It does not cease to amaze me how art can capture a moment and time that is unique and special in its own.

I thank each and every single participant here at Iona in welcoming me while I provide art therapy services for a temporary time. I hope to meet those whom I may

not have had the pleasure to meet in person other days of the week at some point. Please feel free to connect in the studio with other staff members as well. Everyone works hard and consistently pushes the boundaries of what was thought possible of doing or being in art therapy and that deserves recognition.

I’m looking forward to spending the remainder of the summer and first signs of fall with everyone and observing what develops in the studio. Keep in mind that art therapy

nor the art making process does not judge or limit. All skill levels or lack of skill is welcome in the studio. Placing aside those fears and insecurities of what one thinks is possible is really what keeps one moving forward and taking the plunge into possibilities. I’m here to support those visions and ensure a safe, comfortable space to work out those fears and insecurities. Much can be said through line, space, color and shape and all forms of expression are valid.

4125 Albemarle Street, NW Tel: 202-895-9448 Website: www.iona.org

Washington, DC 20016 Fax: 202-362-2032 United Way/CFC #8833

Supported by the D.C. Department of Aging and Community Living

Weekly Schedule_________________________

Tues & Thurs- 10:30~11:30 — Small Group Art Therapy Session with Lindsay Mon, Wed, & Fri 10:30~11:30 & 1:30~2:30–Art Making with Program Staff

Monthly Highlights_____________________ September18th— Early Close at 2pm for Staff Development September 26th— Phillips Discussion with Donna

5

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:15 Did you Know... 9:45 Chair Dancing 10:30 Mindfulness & Meditation Spa Treatment Day

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Strength Training with Chris Wonderful Works of Watercolors 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Saying Goodbye and Hello to Jobs

8:15 Linked Senior News of the Day 9:45 Energetic Exercise with Alicia 10:30 Storytelling with Cricket 12:00 Lunch Time

1:30 Musical Performance by Vince Borrelli 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Sunflower Club Craft: Design & Paint

8:15 Today’s Headlines 9:45 Energetic Movements 10:30 Fabric Frenzy, Non-Stop Knits, Cross- Stitch Craze…A Fiber Arts Social!

Musical Bingo 12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 AFTA: Healing Movements, Healing Stories with Annetta Dexter Sawyer 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Visit with Kristen & Wells

8:15 Off the News Reel 9:45 Core Strength Training 10:30 Mind and Body Yoga Been There, Done That:

My Hilarious Job History 12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 PALS Visit Women’s Group Discussion 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Card Creation with Roberta

8:15 On This Day In History 9:45 Chair Dancing 10:30 Piano Man, Musical Performance by Jerry Roman

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 French Conversation Group Month of September Table Art 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Tim 3:30 Linked Senior Trivia

8:15 News & Views 9:45 Stretch & Tone 10:30 Mind and Body Yoga Kitchen Creation with Chef Reggie

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Health Talk with Emmanuel Jewelry Making & Social Circle 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Dominos & Jigsaw Puzzles

8:15 Newspaper Reading & Discussion 9:45 Energetic Movements 10:30 Musical Moments: Reminiscing with Relaxing Songs

Creative Coloring & Social Circle 12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Strength Training with Chris Leaf Rubbing Prints 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:00 Autumn Scrapbooking with Lavorn

8:15 On This Day In History 9:45 Morning Fitness Routine 10:30 Grandparents Day Celebration with Brian Rudolph 12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Circle Talk with Alicia Bingo Espanol 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Mystic Board Creations

8:15 Linked Senior Morning News 9:45 Chairobics 10:30 Time Slips: Creative Story Writing with Nephelie & Christine

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Musical Performance by Harper Denhard 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Current Events: Weekly Review FIELDTRIP TO THE AFRICAN ART MUSEUM

8:15 On This Day In History 9:45 Chair Dancing 10:30 Storytelling with Cricket 12:00 Lunch Time

1:30 Apollo Music: Musical Performance by Will Baskin 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Block Head & Table Games

8:15 Did You Hear About That? 9:45 Sittercise 10:30 Mind and Body Yoga Travelogue: Dancing Through Argentina

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 PALS Visit Non-Denominational Spiritual Program: Every Day is a Fresh Start. 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time

3:30 Food Jingo

8:15 Off the News Reel 9:45 Light Calisthenics 10:30 Musical Moments: Outstanding Musicians & their Impact on Music

Balloon Badminton 12:00 Lunch Time 1:15 Strength Training with Chris

EARLY CLOSE @ 2PM FOR

STAFF DEVELOPMENT

8:15 Today’s Headlines 9:45 Morning exercise and Y.M.C.A 10:30 Nutrition Corner: Health Benefits of Papayas

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 AFTA: Rhymes of Life with Chris Brown & Manny Arciniega 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Spa Treatment & Gentle Hand Massage

SCENIC DRIVING TRIP: ROCK CREEK PARK

8:15 Newspaper Reading & Discussion 9:45 Morning Workout 10:30 Discussion and Reminiscing: Legendary African American female Entertainers

Fallen Leaf Art: Preparing for Autumn 12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Fitness and Wellness with Zainabu Nutrition 101: Papaya Salsa 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time

3:30 Card Creation with Roberta

8:15 News Around the World 9:45 Light Calisthenics 10:30 Autumn Poetry Discussion Wonderful Works of Watercolors

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Interplay with Liz Lescault Balloon Badminton 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Short Story Reading with Elise

8:15 News & Views 9:45 Stretch & Tone 10:30 Mind and Body Yoga Linked Senior Exploration

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Spiritual Enlightenment: Memorial of The Holy Guardian Angels Wonderful Works of Watercolors 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Month of September: Fall Art

8:15 Off the News Reel 9:45 Stretch & Tone 10:30 Reminiscing with the Senses: Remembering the Glories of Fall

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Strength Training with Chris Brain Buzz: Fall Trivia 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Visit with Kristen & Wells

8:15 On This Day In History 9:45 Morning Fitness Routine 10:30 Phillips Discussion with Donna Spa Treatment & Gentle Hand Massage

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 AFTA: Looking Out Loud (Art History) with Donna McKee 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Card Creation with Roberta

8:15 Linked Senior News of the Day 9:45 Energetic Movements 10:30 Health Talk with Emmanuel Flower Arranging & Social Circle

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Fitness and Wellness with Cecilia Jewelry Making & Design 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Rosh Hashanah Discussion

8:15 News Around the World 9:45 Energetic Exercise with Alicia 10:30 Circle Talk with Alicia Kitchen Creation with Chef Reggie

12:00 Lunch Time 1:30 Musical Performance by Steve Randall 3:00 Kitchen Creations & Snack Time 3:30 Short Story Reading with

9 10 11 12 13

16 17 18 19 20

24 25 26 27

30

6

23

2 3 4

2019

Robert R-1st

Gregory E– 6th

Carlton W– 9th

Marina Q– 11th

Connie Z– 11th