Catharine
Mary Elizabeth Nursing Home
Assessment
1-13-09
Visit 5

When I was helping out in the recreational room at Mary Elizabeth, the residents played and understood trivia better this week. Last week Beverly had trouble recognizing when she had a category. But this week she turned the correct card over with my help. When she did get the right card, her face lit up with surprise and joy. As I helped Beverly and the other residents I felt more comfortable and happy. I read the cards loudly, because I felt relaxed with everybody. Seeing Beverly happy made me feel that I made a difference there. When I left Mary Elizabeth this week, I felt that I had a better relationship with Beverly, and I hope that the relationship will continue to grow.