Happy New Year

Yesterday (from the left, Gerald, Mandy, and Donna), residents at the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder, posed for this picture to wish all of our Facebook fans, blog followers, and everyone associated with Imagine! a Happy New Year. So, here's to a healthy, productive, and fun 2013.

Shaun Likes His New Tie

This blog post was provided by Imagine!’s Out & About department’s Facebook page.

Before Christmas, Shaun received the tie he's wearing from his principal and he sure enjoyed wearing it. With him is Scott, Out & About's Quality & Public Relations Coordinator. Happy Holidays.

Anthony, Toby, And Kristin Take A Broncos Tour

This blog post was submitted by Kristin Conboy via email. Kristin is the former Site Supervisor at the Charles Family SmartHome in Longmont.

On Saturday, December 8th, Anthony, Toby and myself went on a Bronco's Tour. Super Fun!!!!!!!!!!!! Toby and Anthony are huge fans! They had a great day. Minus being a little disappointed about not seeing any of those cheer leaders.   Ha Ha.



From left, Toby, Kristin, and Anthony inside the stadium.



Toby (left) and Anthony outside the stadium.

 

More Holiday Wishes From John

This blog post was provided via an audio email from John, who is a resident of the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.

Hello, I went to the ACL (Association for Community Living) and I had fun there. I went to the Christmas party over there, and there were a ton of people there.  I got a CD that was a present that I got and opened.

I’m just going to tell you Happy Holidays and I hope to hear from you. Another thing I want to tell you is that I hope you have safe holidays, and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I hope that you look forward to 2013. Alrighty, have a good day, bye.

Therapy Dog Raven Brings Cheer To SmartHome

This blog post and photo were sent via email by Chantelle, the Site Supervisor of the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.

Imagine!'s volunteer program brings volunteer Ingrid and therapy dog Raven to the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome. You can see Raven spreading Christmas cheer as Rebecca enjoys putting her Christmas hat on Raven's head. Raven comes to the SmartHome every week and enjoys treats, hugs, and love. The residents like it too.  

Happy Holidays From John

This blog post was submitted yesterday by John via an audio email. John is a resident of the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.

Hi, this is John. Happy Holidays. I hope that you look forward to Christmas and New Year’s Day and I hope that you remember my message and that I hear from you soon.

I have a Christmas joke. “Knock knock.” “Who’s there?” “Santa.” “Santa who?” “(w)Ho (w)ho (w)ho.” I hope you remember that one. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Bye bye.

Lana Likes Her Arm Art

This blog post was submitted via email by Chantelle, the Site Supervisor at the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.

This photo was recently taken after Lana finished her chores at the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder. She chose to have some temporary art designs on her arms, choosing them from a list of various designs. Lana clearly loves flowers.

Rebecca Is Making Jewelry Through EXPAND

This blog post was sent via email by Chantelle, the house supervisor of the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.

This is a photo of Rebecca who has been going to a jewelry class through EXPAND in Boulder. She has attended for a month and loves making jewelry at home. It's one of her favorite activities.

John Says Disney On Ice Was A Blast

This blog post was submitted by John via an audio email. John is a resident of the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder, and he has become very skilled at using the technology on his computer that allows him to send audio emails.

Thank you so much to everyone who gave me a birthday card. I really liked them.

I just want to say hello and Happy Holidays coming. I went to the “Dare to Dream Disney on Ice" yesterday.” I had so much fun, it was a blast.

I hope to have Christmas jokes for you and if I find one I’ll give it to you.

I will be at Imagine! for the Innovations Advocacy Council meeting tomorrow. All right, take care, bye.

Lana Asks "What Are You Doing For Christmas?"

This blog post was sent via audio email just a few moments ago by Lana, who is a resident of the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.

Hi, This is Lana. My birthday is coming up next Wednesday. Happy holidays. What are you going to do for Christmas?

John Likes The Movie "Christmas In Yellowstone"

This blog post was submitted via audio email by John, who is a resident of the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.

Hi.  This is John. How’s your day? I just want to tell you that I had my birthday on Saturday and it was really fun. I went to Red Robin near Denver and then I went to the Wildlife Experience museum and saw the movie “Christmas in Yellowstone.” Anyway, that was kind of interesting.

Happy Holidays early, and I hope that I’ll see you sometime. I just want to say hello, and I hope that you have a good night. I’ll tell you a joke next time. Bye bye.

Lana's Early Birthday Breakfast With Her Sister

This blog entry was sent via an audio email from Lana, who is a resident of the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.  The audio emails are just one of the easy to use technology tools that the residents of the home can use to impact their quality of life.

Hi, this is Lana. I’m going to IHOP for breakfast with my sister Lisa for an early birthday breakfast at 9:30. Talk to you soon, have a nice weekend, bye.


Note:  Lana's birthday is next Wednesday, December 12.

A New Volunteer For Donna And Gerald

This blog post was submitted by Donna, who lives at the Bob and Judy Charles SmartHome in Boulder.
Boy, do I have some exciting news. My friend Chloe, who used to volunteer and hang out with me almost every week for more than three years before she went away to college, has a younger brother who is going to start working (volunteering) with us. Hearing that made me so happy. His name is Ben. It is so cool that he will be spending time with us, and hopefully I’ll get to see Chloe more often when she's home from college too.

I was all excited when Chloe came over recently and said that her brother Ben wants to spend time with me and Gerald. I will keep you posted about this. Bye bye.