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Focused on the Positives!

2020-04-17T09:44:23-04:00April 17th, 2020|Categories: News & Updates|

“Focus on the possibilities for success, not on the potential for failure.” — Napoleon Hill Stuck at home when you’re used to being out and about? That’s a common theme these days, but there’s no reason to be bored. House manager Sandi Stevens said her residents are used to going to their day programs, but that is not possible in this new environment of being on PAUSE. Therefore, they have shifted their focus to activities within the house. The activities she provides are numerous, including arts and crafts, puzzles, word games, cooking, BINGO, and scavenger hunts. Sandi said her goal is [...]

Keeping Busy During Quarantine

2020-04-10T10:26:09-04:00April 10th, 2020|Categories: Today at Living Resources|

What have you been doing lately? What does your #quarantine look like?  We have asked some of our College Experience Students and Alumni and they have some great answers – and some advice for the rest of us. Amy Maiorano - We have been spending more time together since we cannot leave the house.  We have been relaxing, and I have been helping out by being independent at home by doing chores. My family and I have been hiking at Lakeside Park in Pawling, NY. We did Paint N’ Sip at my house and my sister took [...]

Receiving love from our neighbors!

2020-04-07T16:46:12-04:00April 7th, 2020|Categories: Today at Living Resources|

It is said “A good neighbor is a priceless treasure.” One of our East Greenbush residences is especially fortunate to have a neighbor who is not only kind, but amazing with a sewing machine! She made 20 homemade cloth masks with the hopes that it would be helpful to our staff and residents. What a wonderful and benevolent "good neighbor” response to the scary position we all find ourselves facing. But the story doesn’t end there. Shortly after the delivery was received, one of our staff members and resident dropped off a mask for our good neighbor ... a [...]

Angel Gowns donates lovingly made masks

2020-04-06T14:40:34-04:00April 6th, 2020|Categories: Today at Living Resources|

During of this time when all in New York are on PAUSE, we at Living Resources remain committed to our mission to promote and provide life-enhancing services to our vulnerable population in environments that are safe and nurturing. We are adhering to the safety protocols put in place by our Governor. As with all health care providers, we found our need for face masks to be above and beyond what was widely available in stores. Enter Angel Gowns – Capital Region, NY, whose volunteers have sewn and donated over 200 handmade cloth masks to Living Resources. These masks will be used [...]

Getting in the Groove with Virtual Learning!

2020-04-06T15:48:50-04:00April 3rd, 2020|Categories: News & Updates|

Our College Experience is in the groove with virtual learning! We have a selection of 13 courses students are able to choose from; Monday through Friday, 9am to 6:40pm. Our students stay connected with each other and their teachers at the College Experience, through a variety of strategies, including Zoom teleconferencing. We had two students without the technology to take online classes, so our very dear friends at PNJ Technology Partners stepped in to donate laptops for their use. We are so very thankful to PNJ for their assistance in helping our students in their quest to continue their education! So [...]

No visitors, please!

2020-03-20T17:17:38-04:00March 20th, 2020|Categories: News & Updates|

In an effort to protect the health and safety of the individuals entrusted to our care, Living Resources is complying with New York State’s mandate and implementing a no visitation policy at our residential facilities unless medically necessary effective immediately. This emergency directive will be updated as further regulations and information become available. As always the health and safety of your family member is our highest priority and following state, local, and federal mandates, we believe this protocol is required. We are in this together and it is our hope that by initiating this protocol, we can help lessen the spread [...]

Important Agency and Health Update

2020-03-17T16:49:17-04:00March 16th, 2020|Categories: News & Updates|

As you are aware, the Coronavirus, and the disease it causes, known as COVID-19, is now spreading in our state and neighboring counties. As of today, March 16, 2020, we have not had any confirmed cases of COVID-19 with our residents or staff. Nevertheless, we want to reassure you that we are doing everything possible to keep your loved ones and our staff safe. What is coronavirus and how is it spread? Coronavirus is a new version of common group of viruses that cause respiratory illness, including forms of the common cold. It is believed that most cases likely are spread person-to-person [...]

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