A Visit with The Eden Third Grade Students

On Friday the 3rd grade students from Eden were very excited to come visit at Eden Heights. Our residents were also excited to see all the wonderful children. They sang Christmas Carols, played bingo and gave our residents prizes & handmade cards. It was an afternoon of fun and sharing between the two generations. Please visit our website @ http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

On Thursday evening we had a visit from Girl Scout Troop #598 from Eden who entertained our residents by singing Christmas Carols. Afterwards everyone enjoyed cookies & milk while visiting with each other. It was a special time for our residents. Please visit our website @ http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

Holiday Balloon Game

Today in celebration of the holidays we held a balloon pop game. Inside the balloons were fun holiday tasks to do. Including answering whether you were naughty or nice this year, singing Frosty the Snowman, naming Santas Reindeer, and giving a Christmas Hug. It was a fun way for the residents to get into the holiday spirit and kick the winter blues. Please visit our website @ http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

Holiday Family Party

Eden Heights just celebrated our annual Family Holiday Party. We enjoyed entertainment by John Little in our main dining room and piano music by Janice in our recreation room. Families and friends danced & sang as they spent time with their loved ones. The roast beef, chicken, fruit & cheese platter, stuffed mushrooms, spinach dip and of course homemade christmas cookies & punch were loved by all. If you did not have a chance to be there, please stop in for a visit and admire our many trees and decor. Happy Holidays! Please visit our website @ http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

Boston Kazoo Band

During the holiday season there are various groups that join us at Eden Heights to perform holiday music. One of the groups was the Boston Kazoo Band. This band played many holiday favorites with a unique style. Not only did they play numerous instruments, but kazoos as well. The residents enjoyed hearing and singing along to the beautiful tunes. Please visit our website @http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

Veteran's Day

Today in Honor of all Veteran's Eden Heights held a breakfast for our Veterans and invited Veterans from the local post to join us. Everyone enjoyed the food, and the company they shared the meal with. We also learned that our residents served in all different branches of the Military from Army, Navy,and Air Force. To show our appreciation for Veterans we held a Patriotic Social as well. It was our way to say "Thank You" to all those who served our country. Please visit our website @http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

A Cultural Visit

On Monday evening Eden Heights had the honor of having four foreign exchange students visit. They are in the US for a year and are currently attending Eden and Gowanda High Schools. They stated that the transition so far has been easier than expected. They are enjoying their stay even though it is colder than they are all used to. They gave a wonderful presentation from each of their home countries which included the history, education, cultural differences, religion and family life from Eygpt, Indonesia, Germany and Thailand. It was a wonderful experience for the residents to hear what life is like in other countries. The students then answered questions from the residents and shared their hopes and dreams for the future. We wish them well.

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Family Trick or Treating Party

On Saturday afternoon it was time for the kids to treat or treat to the residents rooms. The families of the residents and staff were invited to bring in their little ghouls and goblins for some halloween fun. There were many happy faces as the kids were getting their bags filled with treats and the residents had the best time time watching them dressed in their costumes. Afterwards everyone enjoyed cupcakes and cider. We hope you enjoy these pictures as much as we all did.

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Our Resident & Staff Costume Party

On Friday the residents and staff had a good time dressing up for Halloween. All the costumes were great. We also had a pumpkin decorating contest, a ghost bullseye game and cider and donuts. Please visit our website @ http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

October Activities

The Autumn seasons brings many fun activities to do. First off we had an Oktoberfest party with music by Ramundo. He kept the group clapping and singing with his songs. The residents enjoyed german appetizers to complete the celebration.

We also had a apple pie baking contest between the residents. Rise, Stephanie, Neil & Jim offered to be the judges. The contest ended up in a tie and everyone got a delicious piece of pie. So everyone was a winner.

Last week the residents pulled up their sleeves and carved a pumpkin. The seeds were then cleaned and baked to enjoy that night. The jack o' lantern was then put out on the front porch for all to enjoy.

We could not forget bobbing for apples with a twist. Instead of the usual way, the residents were blind folded and had to feel for the apples with a few other fruits mixed in, to trick them. We had lots of fun and laughs.

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Outings

In October a few of our residents went to volunteer at the Eden-N. Collins Food Pantry. The residents said it was a fun experience, but most of all a chance to help out others.

The residents also took a lunch outing to the Hamburg Village Cafe. It has a charming atmosphere as we were seated by the fireplace for a wonderful lunch and conversation.

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A Visit from the Science Museum

On Monday the residents enjoyed a unique program presented by the Buffalo Science Museum called Science Below Zero. They saw various experiments and were also treated to freeze dried marshmallows. It was an fun afternoon of learning new information and bringing back memories from science class. Please visit our website @ http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

Welcome Party

As the month of September starts to wine down we at Eden Heights enjoy welcoming our new residents with our monthly welcome party. It is a great way for the new residents to meet current residents. Please visit our website @ http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html

Alzheimer's Walk

This past weekend, the residents and staff of Eden Heights participated with thousands of individuals rallying for one cause to help end Alzheimer's Disease. The staff and residents joined as one team for the Alzheimer's Walk which took place in Delaware Park. It was a cold, windy day, but we all braved the weather for this great cause. We also raised donations from various raffles and sales. Please visit our website @ http://www.edenheights.com/eden.html