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Events are subject to change. Please contact our Therapeutic Recreation Department for more information on our monthly events!
They say April showers bring May flowers; however, Riverside is always beautiful and full of sunshine. For the residents at the stove side, they have a lot of fun in store this spring. The recreation department is bringing new programs that are fit for the new season and are bringing back some familiar favorites. Residents can review the upcoming recreational events on the monthly recreation special events calendar and the daily calendar that details the weekly programming on the units. These calendars are always posted on the units by the nursing station, on the bulletin boards in the dining rooms on the unit, and by the entrance of each of the resident’s rooms.
Sing-Sing Karaoke
The first event we will highlight this month is the introduction of Sing-Sing Karaoke with Alba! Residents will be welcome to join the fun in belting out their favorite tunes. This event will occur on April 2nd, on the 4th floor, from 3:30-4:30 pm. Residents will be able to pick from a wide array of songs from various decades. Light snacks and refreshments will be available throughout the event. This program is primarily for residents, but family and staff are welcome to join in on being a pop star for the evening. Residents interested in this event can contact their unit’s recreation professionals to be added to the expected guests.
National Cheesecake Day
Have a sweet tooth? Well, you’re in luck! On April 24th, residents can build a cheesecake and add their preferred toppings to their slices for National Cheesecake Day. Caramel, Oreo Crumbles, Strawberries, and more. Numerous toppings and options to create your custom desserts. This event is open to residents and patients at the Riverside. Families are encouraged to attend the National Cheesecake Day event to help their loved ones create this sweet experience. This event will occur from 2:30-3:30 pm in the solarium. Notify your unit’s recreation professionals to be added to the interested participant list.
Spring Clothing Additions
Spring means new additions to our wardrobes. On April 29th, 2024, Honey and Rose, a traveling clothing store, will visit Riverside to offer our residents affordable and fashionable men’s and women’s clothing and accessories. They will offer a wide array of new and forward designs for residents to add to their collections. Honey and Rose, an outside vendor, will facilitate this event. The event will promote community and positive decision-making. Proceeds fund future store opportunities at nursing homes across the five boroughs. While this event focuses on providing residents with current fashion products, families and staff are welcome to attend to support the small business. Please contact Therapeutic Recreation at 646-505-3561 or 646-505-3524 for questions regarding this event or any of the highlights mentioned.
We look forward to seeing you at the upcoming recreational events. We wish our Riverside residents and families a happy and safe stress management month, Earth Day, and journey through Spring.