Therapeutic Recreation
In December, Our Halls Were Decked With Holiday Cheer!
Culture | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
The Witherell is known as a bright and bustling place during the holidays, and this year was no exception. Although we missed having family on hand for gift exchanging and special events, we still had lots of festive fun while also knowing we were staying safe and healthy. Once again, our therapeutic recreation department, helmed…
read more
Greenwich Symphony Orchestra’s Big Brass Quintet Rings in the Season With a Special Concert at the Witherell!
Culture | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
Despite the challenges we’ve all experienced in 2020, the silver lining continues to be the way our community goes above and beyond to support our beloved residents and staff. This support was on full display last weekend, when the acclaimed Greenwich Symphony Orchestra sent its excellent Brass Quintet to perform a special outdoor concert at…
read more
A Different Kind of Holiday Season at the Witherell
Caregivers | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
As we look ahead to Thanksgiving, and Christmas and Chanukah shortly thereafter, one thing is clear: 2020 is going to require some new holiday traditions. Although the classic Thanksgiving meal is something we all look forward to, we know the holidays are about more than food and gifts. They’re really about being with family and…
read more
Our World Outside the Witherell Walls
Culture | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
The Witherell’s beautiful 20+ acre campus is one of our most enviable features. With lush gardens and plenty of green space, our residents have always loved spending time outdoors. Now, blue skies and warm breezes are making the Witherell a wonderful place to enjoy the company of friends and family at safe social distances, too….
read more
Therapeutic Recreation Is Fun and Flexible at the Witherell!
Culture | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
Safeguarding the health of our residents is number one. But we also know that an essential part of well-being, and an important tool in preventing cognitive decline, is keeping seniors mentally engaged and emotionally connected. So, we’ve gotten very creative lately! Even though group activities are restricted currently, our therapeutic recreation team continues to offer…
read more
