Assisted Living Activity Program

The Palo Alto Commons Assisted Living activity program is designed with the individual resident in mind.
Each month, residents choose from a variety of exciting cultural, educational, and social programs
to challenge and to enrich the mind, body, and spirit.
 

Foothill College Courses

The following community-based classes
currently take place at Palo Alto Commons.
 

  • Music appreciation
  • Art history
  • Our Century
  • Current events discussion
  • Arts & crafts
  • Fitness & exercise
  • World travel
  • Story-telling
  • Changing Generations

Fun & Entertaining Activities

  • BINGO & “Daily BINGO”
  • Word Challenge/Crosswords/Scrabble
  • Jeopardy/Wheel of
  • Fortune/Price is Right
  • Bridge/Poker/Blackjack/Board Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Special Presentations &
  • Lectures
  • Ceramics/Crafts/Baking Groups
  • Themed movie nights & special videos
  • Nintendo Wii video play
  • Computer Lessons

Cultural & Social Events

  • Scenic Bus Tours
  • Movie outings
  • Luncheon outings
  • Museum trips
  • Field trips
  • Theater trips
  • Outdoor outings
  • Picnics in the parks
  • Socials, parties
  • Special events
  • Holiday & religious celebrations

Exercise & Recreational Programs

  • Daily live exercise classes (Sunday exercise videos)
  • Resident Fitness Center, with certified personal trainer
  • Weekly Tai-Chi class
  • Walking groups
     

Resident Involvement Activities

  • Resident committees (menu, library, hospitality)
  • Resident-led Kazoo Band
  • Intergenerational Programs with local schools & Stanford University
  • Contests and Exhibits

View a sample calendar of our activities
 

The activities program at Palo Alto Commons recognizes and offers continuing social opportunities for all residents, including individuals with special needs. The objective of this full complement of activities is to enrich the living experience. The key to this goal lies in the variety of the programs and the freedom of choice by residents. Join any program that suits your fancy, or, if you prefer, curl up with a good book in your own apartment or take a brisk walk along our garden pathways. It's your choice at Palo Alto Commons.
 


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