Comments for Art in Assisted Living Facilities, May 07 at http://www.iowasource.com , comment 1 to 2 out of 2 comments http://www.iowasource.com Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:05:49 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.iowasource.com/arts/betsyh_0507.html#comment-315 I am an older Woman who has done arts and crafts all my life. I was a graphic designer and had a year of interior design as well. I am facing a crucial part of my life in that I cannot find a job that will support me. I wanted to get started in teaching arts and crafts to the older generation (I'm 60). In assisted living and retirement homes. I just don't know where to start. During the 70s, I was part of a team of girls who did live-in care for an 83 year old stroke victim who was totally dependent on the team for all her needs. In addition, her son had a a sunstroke and contracted encephalitis. He had been in a mental institution for many years and his sister decided to care for him with his mother at home. So, I learned many things from this 8 year experience. They are all passed away now, but from that time on, I've always had an affection for those who are afflicted. I could go into our activities and what we did to entertain Lola and Dale, but I think you get the picture. My question is how do I go about getting my business started? Can you recommend someone to give me advice? Sincerely, Kathy - Kathy Seymour Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:36:06 +0100 http://www.iowasource.com/arts/betsyh_0507.html#comment-97 WHAT KIND OF ART OR CRAFTS DO YOU DO. I'M LOOKING FOR NEW IDEAS. MY RESIDENTS WORK WITH ACRYLIC AND WATERCOLOR, DRAWING AND PAPER ART. - CHARLENE HITZ Thu, 14 Aug 2008 13:14:40 +0100