LIFE Stories
We pull together both traditional and non-traditional services in order to support the individual and allow them to maintain their independence and live in the community.
Audrey, 78
LIFE Pittsburgh Participant since 2006
Audrey’s Story
Audrey was born and raised in Pittsburgh. She worked downtown and raised two children independently. She lives with her daughter and son-in-law, but her other child, grandchildren and great granddaughter all live nearby and visit regularly. Even when Audrey is at LIFE Pittsburgh, she is cheering on the Steelers with her black and gold walker, earrings, bracelet, watch and clothes.
Audrey typically attends LIFE Pittsburgh three days per week, but has increased to five days per week at times based on her health status. Audrey participates in a variety of activities at the Day Health Center. She receives a pre-filled pill box every week from her nurse at the Day Health Center. Audrey has bonded with her Social Worker over their mutual love of "Law & Order." Audrey’s daughter has established a relationship with her mother’s "multi-disciplinary team" at LIFE Pittsburgh and actively participates in and supports her mother’s care.
A Day in the LIFE with Audrey
8am Gets up and gets ready for the day.
9am LIFE Pittsburgh Personal Care Assistant arrives and helps her to get onto van. Audrey is able to get in/out of her second story home through the help of a stair glide.
10:00am Arrives at center and receives a breathing treatment in the medical service area with assistance from her nurse.
10:30am Enjoys participating in a voluntary non-denominational church service led by LIFE Pittsburgh's Chaplain.
11:30am Lunch at Adult Day Health Center prepared daily by LIFE Pittsburgh chef.
1:00pm Participates in a restorative physical therapy program which consists of strengthening exercises for her arms and legs.
2:00pm Enjoys participating in activities such as word searches and socializing with other Participants.
2:30pm Participates in LIFE Pittsburgh auction – given play money and able to bid and purchase donated items of her choice.
3:00pm Returns home. LIFE Pittsburgh Personal Care Assistant helps her into her home, and ensures that she is settled.
4pm Visits with grandchildren and two year old great granddaughter, who live below her, whenever possible. Audrey enjoys spending time with her family in the evening. They assist with her evening meal and any other needs that she may have.
"I think LIFE Pittsburgh is wonderful. I'm not constantly just sitting around anymore. I'm much more active. Anything nice you could say about the program, I would agree with."
- Audrey
