May Day-kicks off the month of May 1, 2008. Tradition has it that on May Day you annonymously hang flowers or a small gift on your neighbor's door.
Cinco De Mayo-May 5th. May 5th is the day that comemorates a Mexican victory over a French invasion. Not to be confused with the Mexican Day of Independence on September 16th.
Mother's Day-May 11th
National Nursing Home Week-May 11th-17th. This year's theme: Love is Ageless!
Armed Forces Day-May 17th. Ask residents, families, and staff to provide you with names and addresses of relatives and friends who are serving in the military. Gather residents to write cards and notes to these brave individuals. Have an appreciation ceremony honoring those who are currently serving in the military. Include the Veteran's in your building to assist in the ceremony.
Memorial Day-May 26th. What a great day to honor those who have given their lives for our country. Again...another great opportunity to involve the Veteran's who are residing in your building.
**More information can be found in the May 2008 addition of Creative Forecasting!
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