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About Jon

“My siblings and I want to thank you for the role you played in keeping my mother engaged, entertained and smiling at Grandview Palms.  You’re truly the heart and soul of that facility.”
— Richard Booth

Jon Schaeffer

Senior Activity Specialist

I’m a California State Certified Activity Leader in Healthcare with a degree in music.  I have been volunteering and working with seniors for 20 years, both as an activity director in assisted living, and privately with persons having dementia.

I bring a unique understanding of the developmental stages of seniors and their communication styles, allowing for healthy interaction and fulfilling experiences.

The State Certified Senior Activity Leader certification includes:

  • Program planning
  • Development and leadership
  • Management skills
  • Physical, biological and psychosocial/emotional characteristics of aging
  • Creative techniques to ensure person-centered programming
 

“I help seniors share their stories and age with dignity.”

My Process

Successful activities should have a purpose, give the senior a sense of importance, and honor their life.

Before the first activity session with a new client I have a phone conversation or meet with a family point person to gather information about the senior’s life including: birth place, date of birth, childhood experiences, school history, career path, family make-up, hobbies, organizations, culture, travel, and physical and mental abilities.

If it’s a board and care I speak with the board and care owner to find out all I can about the residents for group activities.

Client information is used to plan activity sessions and also find a common interest or angle to help start the relationship.

Every visit is followed up with a note to the family or board and care owner with a note about the activity session and picture(s).

Jon Schaeffer

Contact Jon

Let’s talk and set up your complimentary activities session.

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