National Nursing Home Week as a absolute success this year at Lakeview Manor, with staff and residents enjoying games and sharing laughs all week! Here are just a few of the many photos from the exciting and fun last day of the celebration!

The final day of National Nursing Home Week at Lakeview Manor in New Roads, Louisiana was filled with laughter, connection, and heartfelt gratitude as residents and staff came together to celebrate the bonds that define their shared community.

The many games put together by the staff brought out the playful spirit of all. Residents enjoys Plenko, Face Painting, Ring Toss, Photo Booth, and so much more. The atmosphere was light, the laughter genuine.

For the staff, this day was a reminder of why they do what they do. “There’s a lot going on in the world—so much stress and uncertainty—but in here, we’re building something lasting,” said CNA Wanda Battley. “This work matters. These people matter.”

In the face of an ever-changing world, the joy within Lakeview Manor was a quiet but powerful statement: community, care, and compassion are more than values—they are lifelines. And for one beautiful day, residents and staff stood as equals in celebration of a life well shared.

Here’s a link to our YouTube Channel and Video for this event! https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ids1HMJp23U