jodikimball

Hi! Jodi Kimball here...I'm an Activity Director at an assisted living in Toledo Ohio. We average at 50 beds. With respite and Day Care, it is constantly changing. I have a BA in Art therapy, with minors in Gero and Psych, and also have the 90hr Activity Course. I'm not certified yet (even with 12yrs) because my first population didn't fit the required age. My first 11 years were with MI and MR/DD. That was an AWESOME learning experience! I just recently made the switch to Seniors which was my first passion. I am truly happy here and have used my experiences to bring a new level of activities to this facility. The biggest difference I've noticed is how weather sensitive the elderly are! (yeah, I knew it, but hadn't experienced it yet ;-) ) My previous residents just threw on the needed gear and followed me to the ends of the earth, rain, shine, or blizzard! Best part about Ohio is that we experience every season to its FULLEST!!