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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2009 21:17:36 GMT
Today I attended the semi-annual meeting of the steering committee of my mother's nursing home, which is mostly devoted to people suffering from Alzheimer's. I was elected to represent the residents' families, while other people represent the staff, the trade unions, the social services of the city, the judicial services for residents under trusteeship, the administration, and there is also one non-Alzheimer resident who represents the residents. She is a magnificent wild card, because she speaks her mind and has no reason to be politically correct, unlike everybody else. Today she had us in stitches with her description of the meal services, and she knew the name of every cook and exactly what they were doing wrong -- or right.
We learned that the Vietnamese cook is absolutely spectacular and that the Portuguese cook is a total disaster. Since the West Indian head cook happened to be present as the union representative, he was able to take notes, and I am quite sure that some changes will be made, because the woman was able to give very precise details about overcooked potatoes and watery ravioli.
The reason for the title of this post is because the "activity" program for the rest of the year was presented, and the next activity is Mother's Day next weekend (one week later than usual this year due to Pentecost). And the big show for the residents, of which about 90% are women and over the age of 80 will be a Chippendales franchise production.
This is apparently in reaction to remarks about the Christmas show and its bare-breasted Brazilian carnival dancers which were very much appreciated by the rare men in the audience.
This is going to be interesting. I know that my mother will like it. If possible, I will take some photographs.
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Post by bixaorellana on May 30, 2009 0:44:37 GMT
The mind boggles. Who was brave enough to put forth this idea, or was it presented as a joke that got taken up, then everyone said, "Why not?"
And, what will happen if some of the ladies are offended by the Chippendale dancers? Will they be helped to leave the activities area, to return for the refreshments later? Was anyone offended by the Brazilian dancers?
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2009 0:53:13 GMT
This does boggle,but one never knows. I am curious and anxiously await this episode. I am wondering about the administration and how they will handle the fallout from this if indeed there even is any.
And are the Chippers ready for what could happen? Anything from lustful "older" women lunging for them to goodness knows what all else. What a hoot!
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Post by bjd on May 30, 2009 19:39:57 GMT
Whose brilliant idea was this? I bet it wasn't one of the older women. I'm sure they would prefer some music like Edith Piaf or a performance of something they can relate to. It's no secret that magazines of naked men don't sell very well compared to magazines of naked women.
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2009 19:52:17 GMT
I think it was the 'directrice' who made the decision. (God, I hate that bitch!) However, I do support her in this instance. These Alzheimer people need extreme visuals to evoke any sort of reaction. All of the sleepy time old stuff just bores them. My mother walks out of the traditional stuff within 2 minutes (but she has become famous for that, which means that it is not the standard behavior).
And don't forget that the age group is moving along. While my grandmother (who died almost 20 years ago) would have loved Edith Piaf or Tino Rossi songs, the current 80 year old group is more interested in people like Charles Aznavour or Mireille Mathieu. (As for my mother who lived in the US for 50 years, I know that back when she still had a mind, her favorite song was 'You're Just Too Good to be True' by Frankie Valli, which instantly reminded her of when she met my stepfather.)
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Post by tillystar on May 30, 2009 20:39:11 GMT
I love that song too, for the same reason. Although obviously its not your stepfather it reminds me of. I hope the ladies enjoy the show as much as they did the Brazilian dancers! The thought makes me queasy though  |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 6, 2009 16:06:39 GMT
Believe me, you don't want to see more pictures of today's event. |
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Post by bjd on Jun 6, 2009 18:25:15 GMT
The poor women are going to have nightmares -- or maybe she won't remember.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 6, 2009 20:42:47 GMT
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Post by imec on Jun 6, 2009 20:45:12 GMT
Haaaaa! Love the Coupe-crottes!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 6, 2009 20:58:09 GMT
They weren't worn for long.  That isn't a resident -- that is Cruella (not her real name, just my own name for her), manager of the nursing home. |
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Post by bixaorellana on Jun 6, 2009 21:51:47 GMT
And the gentleman facing her ~~ is he not wearing any pants? Yeek. She seems to be welcoming him with open arms. And you say this event was her idea, right?
The dancers seem game and good-natured. How did the residents take the whole thing?
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Post by imec on Jun 7, 2009 0:29:40 GMT
How did the residents take the whole thing? I beg your pardon?! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2009 0:40:47 GMT
How did the residents take the whole thing? I beg your pardon?! ;D too funny! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 7, 2009 3:25:40 GMT
I would love to hear a blow by blow account of the whole show.
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Post by imec on Jun 7, 2009 4:25:50 GMT
What was it John Lennon said? Happiness is a Warm Gum?
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2009 10:40:34 GMT
K2,is there any particular reason you're not telling the story of the day's events. If it was a bad experience I understand. Otherwise, you're holding us(at least some) in suspense.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2009 10:42:49 GMT
Ha ha, maybe I'll get around to it.
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Post by traveler63 on Jun 8, 2009 12:52:14 GMT
I love this!!!!. What an experience for those that still have some memory. K2 I understand as my mother-in-law had this and there always were funny moments to help everyone cope. What an adventure for these folks!!!
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Post by distantshores on Jun 9, 2009 1:51:07 GMT
I would love to hear a blow by blow account of the whole show. A blow by blow account huh??? ;D I love your sense of humor casimira! I wonder if they sang "The Thong Song"! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 9, 2009 2:15:21 GMT
Maybe someday we'll hear the story...  |
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Post by imec on Jun 9, 2009 2:23:40 GMT
Today I attended the semi-annual meeting of the steering committee of my mother's nursing home, which is mostly devoted to people suffering from Alzheimer's. I was elected to represent the residents' families, Well... the story did start with kerouac's election. Do you think it could maybe end with kerouac's erec..... |
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Post by distantshores on Jun 9, 2009 2:48:56 GMT
I wonder if the Chippendale dancers use Cialis or something similar to give the girls a memory to hold on to! Can you imagine having one for 4 hours???  I'd be the cockiest bastard on earth!!!  No pun intended! Well maybe... ;D |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 9, 2009 2:57:38 GMT
KEROUAC PLEASE ?!? THE NATIVES ARE GETTING VERY RESTLESS!!!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2009 21:53:35 GMT
Well, let's see...where were we? I think this would be the perfect way to wind up the weekend.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 14, 2009 21:58:04 GMT
All we get is the butt shots? No fair! ;D
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Post by Deleted on Jun 15, 2009 0:22:20 GMT
Only the ladies being attended to were allowed to see more.
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I'd be the cockiest bastard on earth!!! 
No pun intended! Well maybe... ;D