The Washington Times has featured our #simple4seniors project! Check it out: Frederick commission sees need for senior park By JEN FIFIELD – Associated Press – Sunday, December 14, 2014 FREDERICK, Md. (AP) – Mike Long’s 98-year-old grandfather does not get much exercise. Long, of Frederick, said he tries to get his grandfather to go on walks, but …
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A tremendous thank you to the Frederick City Parks and Rec Commission for supporting the idea of a senior park. The concept was presented last Tuesday night December 9th to the commission and Deputy Park Director Roelkey Myers. Following a warm introduction by Dr. John Baker- who recounted his experiences with his own father who …
Another fantastic editorial from the Frederick News Post on the SIMPLE Park for Frederick. The first commission meeting is next Tuesday, December 9! Will you take 60 seconds to email Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation with your support? Email Roelkey Myers at rmyers@cityoffrederick.com An Open Space & Place for Seniors “A Frederick occupational therapist is set …
By Sue Paul, OTR/L, COO Although the senior park idea has rolled around impatiently inside my head for almost a year, it wasn’t necessarily easy to share. I have never stepped foot into local government before, and I had no idea what to expect once the idea went public. Initial feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. …
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By Sue Paul, OTR/L, COO “We’ve put more effort into helping folks reach old age than into helping them enjoy it.” –Frank A. Clark Meet Jessica. She is a 44-year-old mother of 2. After her divorce, she and her boys moved in with her parents, Bill and Sandra. Jessica works full time in a …
The benefits of a park in therapeutic setting for seniors are tremendous, but Frederick offers nothing like this…YET. We are partnering with the City of Frederick to try to bring a Senior park to Frederick! We will be chronicling the project here on the Baker Beacon. What Can You do? Flood Roelkey Myers inbox with …
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By Sue Paul, OTR, COO Yesterday, John and I hosted a luncheon honoring 12 employees and contractors who have been working at BRG for more than five years. The purpose was simple and heartfelt; let us break bread with those who have shown commitment to this journey. Our intention, though sincere, was about as utilitarian …
There’s a new CREW in town. Baker Driving Rehabilitation! Baker Driving Rehab is a partnership between Baker Rehab Group and driving rehabilitation therapist, Meredith Lyons. This partnership is, as Sue Paul says, a “you complete me” kind of arrangement with Baker Rehab Group. Baker Driving began seeing the first clients in July and is speeding …
Perhaps you’ve noticed that Baker Rehab is growing by leaps and bounds. In spite of a few farewells in 2013, we have continued to expand our staff and our geographic footprint in three states. Because we are a small company, we depend on everybody pitching in to make it all work. We are especially grateful …
Sue Paul, aka The Dementia Queen, had a highly productive and rewarding 2013. Here are some highlights: In February, Sue was a guest on the television show Go Healthy For Good on the Hope Channel where she discussed occupational therapy and dementia. In April, Sue was invited to participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Advocacy Forum …