NICOLE MAKEPEACE

I hold an Honors Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation and bring extensive experience in enhancing resident well-being through tailored recreational programs. With roles at Revera Carling View Manor and Sienna Granite Ridge Care Community, I excel in program implementation, documentation, and fostering meaningful interactions to combat social isolation. My commitment to resident care is complemented by volunteer work in mental health and geriatric settings, ensuring a holistic approach to therapeutic recreation.

• North York General Hospital, Toronto, ON, Therapeutic Recreationist, 01/18/16, 04/21/17, Opportunity to work along side two Recreationists on different units; Adult Mental Health and Geriactric, Plan, and implement daily programs, One-on-one interactions, Document and chart daily activities and attendance, Facilitate programs on my own with patients
• St. Lawrence Lodge Long-Term Care Facility, Brockville, ON, Activationist, 01/12/15, 04/17/15, Opportunity to work with six activationists, observing, learning, and implementing programs, Gather residents, inviting them to events in other areas of the building, Cater activities and programs to varying types of needs, and capabilities of the patient, Work with Alzheimer’s and Dementia patients ensuring a routine, assisting and implementing programs, Assist in patient feeding during breakfast
• Four Elms Retirement home, Vaughn, ON, Life Enrichment, 09/8/14, 12/22/14, Asses, create, and implement programs tailored for hobbies and interests of residents, Engage in one-on-one interaction, Occasionally assist with dinner time feedings