The staff and residents of the Fayette Caring Center are gearing up to celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care week May 10 through 16 with a slew of activities on tap. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Sharing our Wisdom.” Events are listed below.

Sunday, May 10: Sharing our love for Mothers. Punch and cookies will be served for all women in the facility.

Monday, May 11: 50s theme. Residents will be encouraged to share memorable stories of their lives. The older, the better. Story time will be available at 10 a.m. via the app Zoom. A to-go lunch will be served 50’s style for residents. The day will end with sharing the love for gardening in the afternoon.

Tuesday, May 12: Sharing faith. Church and bible study at 10 a.m. After, residents will decorate cupcakes for staff to share their appreciation. At 2 p.m. Bingo will be played via the Zoom app.

Wednesday, May 13: Christmas in May. At 1 p.m. Come and park at the facility while staff brings out residents for a social distance parade. Homemade ice cream will be served for all in attendance.

Thursday, May 14: Share your favorite recipe to add to a facility family cookbook. Call, email, or mail your favorite recipe to be included. That day the residents will enjoy homemade bread and jelly.

Friday, May 15: Share a meal. As a thank you, the caring center invites all families, healthcare, law enforcement, and EMS workers for a drive-thru curbside lunch served from noon to 1 p.m.