Linay Rogers works as the life enrichment director at East Ridge Residence, a senior independent living community located in, well, you know.
Rogers describes her role as being a lot like an entertainment director on a cruise ship, not unlike Julie from “The Love Boat.”
Of the close to 100 or so residents at the community, Rogers couldn’t help but notice a significant number of them had outlived family. It’s a sad but undeniable fact: People die, and loved ones are left behind.
Being alone is never easy. Being alone at the holidays is heartbreaking.
So Rogers, who has become comfortable working deals and trades with vendors who will support bingo nights or trivia contests, was determined to make this Christmas joyful for her residents who were facing an isolated Christmas.