Pick Up Roses Program

Mission

To build a community where aging is embraced with grace, dignity, and joy. We aim to uplift seniors by celebrating their stories, talents, and life journeys—removing sadness, loneliness, or feelings of being “valueless” and reminding each person how deeply their presence matters.

Vision

To create meaningful, interactive experiences that help seniors focus on the great side of their life, bringing laughter, music, memories, and celebration. Through Pick Up Roses, we honor every senior’s legacy while creating opportunities for caregivers (CNA’s 70+) and creative teams to find employment in compassionate service.

Program Overview

Duration: 1 hour

Format: 3 major interactive activity sections, designed to bring out stories, pride, and connection.

Theme: Celebrating life’s roses—travel, career, legacy, and joy.

When Does the Program Happen?

Pick Up Roses sessions are available weekly, with scheduling options on:

Communities may select any time between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, or request custom timing based on their activity calendar.

Where Does the Program Take Place?

Pick Up Roses is a mobile, on-site program delivered directly to your location.
We bring the full experience to:

Senior living communities
Assisted living and adult family homes
Retirement communities
Memory care programs
Churches and community centers
Private homes (for one-on-one or small group sessions)

No travel is required—our team sets up everything at your facility or residence.

How Often Can It Be Scheduled?

You can book Pick Up Roses as:

Weekly programming
Bi-weekly
Monthly events
Special celebrations (birthdays, holidays, community events)

We customize the frequency to fit your needs.

Who Can Attend?

The program is designed for:

Seniors of all abilities
Individuals needing companionship, encouragement, or social stimulation
Residents in assisted living, adult family homes, or memory support
Groups of 6–25 participants (ideal for interaction and engagement)
Individuals who prefer 1:1 personalized sessions

Caregivers, staff members, and families are always welcome to participate.

Who Facilitates the Program?

Pick Up Roses sessions are led by:

Creative activity facilitators
Gentle caregivers (CNAs 70+)
Team members are trained in compassion-based engagement.

Where You Touched the World

Activity: Puzzle of Life’s Journey

Each participant receives a capital letter of their first name.

They pin their letter on a large world map at a location that represents where they lived, traveled, or dreamed of going.

At each placement:

A fun paper cutout (animal, cultural object, or landmark) from that region is pinned.
A song from that culture/era is played.

Purpose: To shift focus from pain to adventure, opening memories of exploration and cultural joy.

The Work of My Hands

Activity: Career Legacy Showcase

Seniors choose from objects or stickers that represent their careers:

Pilot → paper airplane or flight symbol
Tailor → sewing machine cutout or fabric swatch
Teacher → chalk, pen, or apple
Musician → small instrument cutout

While they share stories, a favorite work-related song is played (e.g., classroom tunes, work anthems).

Group applause after each story affirms their value and contributions.

Purpose: To highlight dignity, pride, and the impact of their lifelong work.

My Legacy, My Joy

Activity: Roses of Memory & Celebration

Each participant shares:

Their legacy (children, grandchildren, or other blessings).
Their favorite food/fruit growing up.
Their favorite music (2 songs researched from their era).
A famous movie character or a show they loved.

Everyone sings along to 12 birthday songs—celebrating each person as though it is their special day.

Closing with a gratitude circle: each participant says one thing they are grateful for today.

Purpose: To remind them they are cherished, celebrated, and still deeply connected to the community.

Program Flow (1 Hour)

Welcome & Warm-Up (5 min) → Greeting, light music, introduction of mission
Section One: Where You Touched the World (20 min)
Section Two: The Work of My Hands (15 min)
Section Three: My Legacy, My Joy (15 min)
Finale: 12 Birthday Songs & Gratitude Circle (5 min)

Key Values

Graceful Aging → Celebrating wisdom and resilience
Distraction from Pain → Focusing on joy, music, and community
Connection & Belonging → Creating shared stories and laughter
Employment Creation → Offering work for caregivers (CNAs 70+) and creative facilitators

Pick Up Roses™ by Flying Angels of Hope is more than an activity—it is a movement of dignity, joy, and legacy for seniors, turning ordinary days into extraordinary celebrations.

Email

Call Us

Mail Us