Photos and Testimonials
"Care Link has been a life saver for my mother, and ultimately, for our entire family. My mother plans her life around Care Link- she never wants to miss a day. One day I asked her why she enjoyed going to Care Link, and her answer was that Care Link is "mentally and physically stimulating - always with something new on the agenda'. Prior to going to Care Link, my mother was a TV addict, and never socialized with anyone. Thanks to Care Link, my mother now has a "life" we can trust and depend on with excellent caregivers - Jacqueline Forsythe, Boulder, CO"
Maggie brought her baby to visit
"My wife, who has moderate dementia, participates in Care link 3 or 4 days a week. The experience gives her a chance to interact with others and to feel a part of something on those days when I have commitments outside of our home. Involvement in Care link activities is healthy for her and for our relationship. It is well worth the investment."
Baby Eva snuggles up
"How can I begin to tell you how I value Care Link's kind, gentle and affirming approach with your clients? Your example of peacefulness works so well for your people and their care givers. It was difficult for me to leave you all [when my husband went into Assisted Living]. I think you guys are the greatest and I can't thank you enough for the loving care you gave my husband."
Snow Queen in The Nutcracker Suite
"As my husband's progressive neurological disorder confined him to a wheelchair and caused him to need more help, our daughter encouraged us to look around for assistance in the community. We found the Care Link Day Program and it has become a vital part of our lives. The director and staff are capable, warm, compassionate and fun. My husband feels welcomed and valued. He's found people with similar interests and backgrounds to share. And I feel very secure as I run my errands and enjoy lunch with a friend, knowing that he is so well taken care of. Care Link staff are continually examining ways to make the program responsive to the needs of its participants. For us, that has produced some very tangible results that are making our lives easier. We are thankful for Sarah and the Care Link staff for "being there" with such a positive program."
sitting next to her own flower arrangement
"My mother has been going to Care Link for two years and I am more and more impressed by the quality of the care and of the activities offered, as well as the kindness, the devotion and the professionalism of the personnel: Sarah who keeps an eye on absolutely everything, Janelle who is the joy of life and knows how to communicate it; Ella, very professional and sensitive to everyone; Sweet Molly who is so creative; Chetna's kindness and cheerfulness... The elderly who go to Care Link definitely must feel comfortable, happy and well surrounded."
Baby Elliott's first birthday party
"I was hesitant to take my husband (who has mid to late stage Alzheimer's) to Care Link. Being a scholar and an intellectual, I was afraid that he would not "fit in." However, I was pleasantly surprised about his enthusiasm after the first day. Since he had always denied that he had any impairment, I knew he would not accept the idea that someone else had to care for him. So we called it his "Activity Day." While he does not always participate in the "activities", he always enjoys what is going on around him and loves the attention he receives from all the staff and other attendees. I am pleased to have 3/4 of a "day off" while I know he is being taken good care off. I feel blessed to have the time off from caregiver duties and enjoy time with friends. Care Link helps me maintain my life on a more even keel so that I can continue as a "caring" care giver."
Bathtime
"The best part is the "welcoming". The staff members joyfully call out my wife's name and ask her to join them, and this reassures her that she's in a safe place where people care about her." "Most important is the energy and kind treatment that the staff bring to the group they serve. Ella, in particular, is a good fit for Katharina who also has German roots. Secondly, the variety of activities is important to serve a diverse group's interest. Since Katharina is mostly blind, she favors the conversation, simple exercising, and MUSIC!!"
"Dear Sarah, Thanks so much for co-presenting the workshop on Adult Day Programs for our Caregiver Symposium. I think Adult Care programs are wonderful, and I was glad to give our caregivers the chance to learn about them from pros. -Emily Cooper, Boudler County Aging Services"