11/26/2025
On Monday, November 24th, we proudly launched our first “Friends of Philip” All-Abilities Day Program — and it was a success.
Our first session focused on safety at home and in the community. Participants engaged in a variety of hands-on learning activities, including:
Understanding what to do in an emergency and identifying safe exit routes in our homes in the event of a fire.
Practicing how to communicate effectively with a 9-1-1 operator, including identifying the nearest intersection and notable landmarks.
Exploring local surroundings using an interactive digital map to become more familiar with these in their own neighborhoods.
Learning how to assist someone who is choking or not breathing, with opportunities to practice on electronic CPR mannequins.
Creating personalized take-home first aid kits and “Pets Inside” emergency magnets for their front doors.
Discovering the importance of proper hand hygiene and using black-light technology to see commonly missed areas when washing hands.
Participants also enjoyed recreational activities such as board games on our digital game table, safety-themed bingo with prizes, social time with friends, light exercise, listening to music and singing, and even some airplane watching. The engagement throughout the day made the experience meaningful for everyone involved.
We are excited to continue offering additional sessions on upcoming Mondays leading up to the holiday break. We look forward to welcoming both returning and new participants as our program grows.
