Ode to SunnyDay Adult Day Health Care
SunnyDay, SunnyDayA center devoted to health
Dedicated to older adultsNurturing body and mind
Practice dancingLift our spirits
Rhythmic exerciseLeaves us feeling refreshed
Play chess and cardsBut do not take them too seriously
Sing Chinese operaBringing joy to ourselves and others
Study calligraphy and paintingRefining our artistic skills
At the current-affairs tea gatheringWe discuss past and present
Study EnglishSo we need not remain uninformed
Begin learning computersProgressing from basics to deeper knowledge
Practice singingWhether old songs or new
Work on weaving projectsKeeping our memories sharp
Take sightseeing tripsDelighting the eyes and heart
Take photographs as keepsakesPreserving beautiful scenes forever
Practice walkingOne step and stretch at a time
Tai chi and WaidangongTaught with care
At monthly birthday gatheringsWe celebrate each birthday together
At every holiday and festivalFestivities are lively and colorful
Shopping trips are organizedTo a nearby supermarket
Walking is encouragedWith nurses accompanying us
Toenails are trimmedWhen the doctor visits
Haircuts are promptWith an appropriate tip
Distinguished physicians give talksOffering helpful guidance
Blood pressure is checkedReminding us to stay vigilant
Electrical therapy and hot compressesHelp relieve our ailments
Exercise equipmentIs suited to older adults
Those who serve the eldersBoth teach and show respect
Each staff member has specific dutiesAnd everyone is warm and approachable
Drivers provide transportationWith sincere care and diligence
Submitted for the joint review of the Chairman and the Center Director’s wife:
I am deeply grateful for the generous care I have received. Having no way to repay your kindness, I have specially composed this Ode to SunnyDay Adult Day Health Care for your review, and I wish you a joyful New Year!
Respectfully submitted by Zhou Hai, age eighty-seven
January 6, 2003
140 Senior Apartments, Montebello