Riverside Residents: Happy Place FOUND
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Riverside resident, Ray, delights in his first ever visit to Disney California Adventure Park. |
By Sheryl Wilde “Here is the world of imagination, hopes, and dreams. In this timeless land of enchantment, the age of chivalry, magic and make-believe are reborn – and fairy tales come true.” ~Walt Disney Riverside residents’ dreams came true at Disney’s California Adventure Park this summer – thanks to YOU and your support.
Thanks to your continued support, the Mountain Shadows CARE program provides activities like this, and many others, to bring smiles to our residents' faces. |
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Riverside resident, Ayanna, above, journeyed through Monster's Inc., "Escape from Monstropolis!", taking part in the ride's daring race to return a lost human child to her home.
Ayanna is considered blind and can see only bright lights. "The Monster's Inc. ride had a lot of bright lights," says La Shan Young, Mountain Shadows - Riverside, Direct Care Staff member. "Ayanna just loved it!" |
"Escape from Monstropolis" ride at Disney California Adventure Park |
La Shan has worked at Mountain Shadows for five years. "It's my passion, working with the kids. I love to help them, because they don't have anyone else. Nobody else is there for them. "Working with them has taught me about compassion. I watch them all grow. They are in my heart, just like they were my own babies." |
Riverside residents Christina and Ray at Disney California Adventure Park |
Residents also buckled up for a high-octane ride in "Cars Land". "Cars Land was Ray's favorite," says Krystle Taggart, LVN, Mountain Shadows - Riverside. |
"Cars Land" at Disney California Adventure Park |
Riverside resident, Ray, after a day filled with adventures! |
"Ray loved Cars Land!" says Krystle. "He loves movement, and during the car ride, the momentum pushes you into each other. Every time Ray's car got pushed, he thought it was so funny! He couldn't stop laughing.
"This was the first outing for all of the residents since the pandemic. They hadn't been anywhere except to their doctor appointments. It was pretty special." |
"My cup holder’s happy, my tank is full.
My engine’s running like a Brahma bull. My bumpers are polished and talk about luck.
I just got a date with an ice cream truck." ~Mater |
The Mountain Shadows Foundation -Because We CARE |
The Mountain Shadows CARE program provides recreational and social experiences to residents, adding meaning and richness to their lives.
It's easy for you to help us continue to provide activities, like the Disney California Adventure Park, that improve the quality of our residents’ lives. Here are some ways you can help ensure these crucial activities can continue for years to come: -
Make a one-time donation today by clicking on the donate button below.
- Make a monthly or annual contribution.
- Leave a Legacy Gift.
To learn more about the Mountain Shadows Foundation Legacy Society, to include us in your estate plan, or to let us know if you have already designated Mountain Shadows to receive a legacy gift, please contact Mandy Huiras, Director of Development at: [email protected], or visit our website by clicking here:
Learn More About the Mountain Shadows Foundation Legacy Society
Please share this story with your family, friends and co-workers to help grow our Mountain Shadows Family! |
Mandy Huiras Mountain Shadows Foundation Director of Development Contact Mandy today to learn more about the Mountain Shadows Foundation and how you can make a difference in the lives of our residents:
mhuiras@mtnshadows.org |
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