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Did you know that April is Occupational Therapy Month? Occupational Therapy (OT) is one of three outpatient therapy services provided through our Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility (CORF). OT is defined as "therapy based on engagement in meaningful activities of daily life, such as self-care skills, education, work, or social interaction." OT addresses daily tasks that a child or adult may encounter, such as getting dressed or picking up a pencil. Using state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, such as a sensory room, an adapted gaming center, suspended equipment, and assistive technology, our OT staff strive to provide personalized therapy plans that truly put the "fun" in functional!
Wendell Foster is honored to recognize OT Month as a way to educate the community on the many ways OT improves lives every single day. We are so thankful for our team of OT Difference Makers who empower those we serve to accomplish life-changing goals.
Keep reading to learn more about the impact of OT on those we serve!
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Josh's Rock Garden
Josh wanted to honor the life of friend and fellow WF resident, Denise Parker, who passed away in 2023. With the help of his Occupational Therapist, Samantha, he started a rock garden in Denise's memory. Using his communication device, he picked the paint colors for the rocks, increasing his assistive technology and communication skills. Samantha said Josh also worked on his range of motion by hand-painting the rocks, and by sequencing the steps of rock painting, he improved his executive functioning skills.
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Jamie's Home Programming
Most people know that attending therapy appointments helps set one up for success, but many forget that what you do at home in between appointments makes a huge difference. Jamie takes her home programming very seriously! She benefits from both written and visual reminders, and uses a check-off schedule to complete daily responsibilities. Because of her consistency, Jamie is now a more active participant in her home including helping with laundry, cooking, gardening, and feeding the birds. Jamie says checking off her completed tasks makes her happy, and her family is impressed with her motivation!
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BIG NEWS! 📰
Wendell Foster Receives Funding for Aquatic Therapy Center
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We have BIG news! Wendell Foster has received funding for our new Aquatic Therapy Center! This one-time appropriation of $450,000 from the Kentucky General Assembly through House Bill 1 will allow us to begin the construction process on the new center as early as this summer. This is all thanks to the collaboration of Senator Gary Boswell and State Representatives Suzanne Miles and DJ Johnson.
Thank you, Senator Boswell, Representative Miles, Representative Johnson, and the Kentucky General Assembly for your dedication to our mission! We'd also like to thank all of the individual donors and organizations that supported this project. We are thrilled for our clients to experience this new, state-of-the-art Aquatic Therapy Center! Click the button below to learn more about our big news, and stay tuned for future updates on the Aquatic Therapy Center!
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Whitesville Lions Club Pie Auction 🥧
A Sweet Evening!
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Wow, what a fantastic evening at the Whitesville Lions Club Chili Supper & Pie Auction! It's always heartwarming to see the community come together to support Wendell Foster and Puzzle Pieces at the Pie Auction, and this year was no different. There were pies, cakes, and sweets galore! Watching the crowd bid was so exciting, with a carrot cake even going for $1,700! 😲 We'd like to thank all who donated desserts in honor of Wendell Foster, especially our Recreation Department. They teamed up with residents to bake an astounding 20 desserts! This is a labor of love, and we are so appreciative of those who donated their time to bake these tasty treats.
We truly loved every minute of this event, and we are so grateful to have the support of the Whitesville Lions Club each year. Thank you for all you do for our mission! You are #WFDifferenceMakers! 💙
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We were so blessed to have Wonder Boy Media on-site at the Wendell Foster Half Marathon & 5K to capture all the special moments on race day! We are so excited to share with you their recaps from this year's WFHM & 5K.
Check out the videos below! Thank you, Wonder Boy Media, for being a #WFDifferenceMaker!
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A Total Eclipse of the Heart 🌑🌞 | |
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Wendell Foster residents and staff came out in full force to view the 2024 solar eclipse in the Sensory Park! To mark this commemorative occasion, Wendell Foster's Rewards & Recognition Committee provided special eclipse sunglasses and a variety of sun and moon-themed snacks, including Sun Chips, Moon Pies, Sunkist, and Capri Sun. Everyone waited anxiously for the big moment and watched as the moon progressively covered the sun and the sky got darker. At 2:04 pm, totality began, with just a tiny sliver of the sun showing. It was a sight to see...with glasses on, of course!
Thank you to our staff for ensuring that our residents witnessed this historic event, and the R&R Committee for making the day fun for everyone on campus! 😎
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Wendell Foster's Yard Sale 🛍️
DONATIONS NEEDED!
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Do you love a good bargain? 🤑 Look no further than Wendell Foster's Spring Yard Sale! This year's sale DOUBLES the deals with TWO days to shop: Friday, May 3rd and Saturday, May 4th, both from 7 am to 12 pm in Wendell Foster's Young Building. Don't miss your chance to save big bucks while supporting Wendell Foster's Christmas Fund, which purchases gifts for residents during the holidays! | |
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Doing some spring cleaning? Consider donating your gently used items to Wendell Foster's Spring Yard Sale! All items are accepted, except clothes and shoes, and must be dropped off in Wendell Foster's Young Building.
Drop Off Days & Times
April 30th from 8 am to 12 pm
May 1st & May 2nd from 8 am to 4 pm
Thank you for being a #WFDifferenceMaker! 💚
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We've Got a SPRING in Our Step! 🌼 | |
Spring is here! 🌷 See what we've been up to in the month of April: | |
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1. Megan wanted to let everyone know that "some-bunny" loves them!
2. Krissy and Meghan took a trip to Nashville, TN, and enjoyed lunch at the Rainforest Café.
3. Ian loved the petting zoo at the Touch a Truck event, hosted by the Daviess County Parks and Recreation Department.
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4. Students from Sorgho Elementary School's Lighthouse Leadership Team visited campus to read Green Eggs and Ham to residents, and play some Green Eggs and Ham bingo!
5. Residents welcomed a very special guest to campus- the Easter Bunny!
6. Josh spent a day at Elliott Farms. He loved looking at the farm machinery and riding around in the Kubota!
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Celebrate With Us in 2024! 🎉 | |
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About Wendell Foster
For over 75 years, our focus has been to provide children and adults with disabilities with the tools, education, therapies, and support to reach their dreams and potential.
As a leader in serving those with disabilities, we provide more than 65,000 services annually through multiple programs.
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