bigger — and that’s what we provide for our residents.”
Through “Cooking with Class,” residents partake in a cooking
demonstration with the chefs of the facility “Rachael Ray”- style,
Kressler said, and have the chance to try the culinary creation
at the end.

They explore different themes each month to expand their palates.

In April, for example, residents will try Jewish-American cuisine,
which will be one recipe submitted by a resident or family member
that they will try together.

In January 2016, Brandywine is starting a 10-week pilot partner-
ship with the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts called “Life
Through Art: My Life Story” to provide lessons for residents at its
Haverford Estates and Upper Providence facilities, whether they
are experienced artists or newcomers.

These kinds of programs are created to move away from the
stereotypical ideas people have about senior communities.

“We’re trying to get away from that old-school thinking of senior
living,” Kressler said. “We’re bringing the senior population into to-
day’s world. Bingo is something we almost don’t mention anymore.”
And through these arts programs — in addition to university-style
lectures brought in about topics from the story of wine in America
to a journey through theater history — the residents have a chance
to reconnect with their passions.

“The benefits of any arts programs are endless,” Kressler said. “We
could be rekindling an interest of theirs. Maybe they were an artist
years ago, and the goal is to not think of them as, ‘Oh they were an
artist,’ they are an artist, and we want to make sure we bring that to
the forefront for all of our residents.

“You’re never too old to learn something new, regardless of age.” l
Judging by her vintage card collection, Marissa Stern isn’t joking about enjoying
her bingo games.

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