A Unique Inter-generational community in Redmond and Canby Oregon
Whoopsy Daisy, a division of Thelma’s Place provides services to children 3-6 years. Inter-generational care provides unique benefits that are not available in traditional care. When children and seniors interact, the outcome is beneficial to everyone involved. For seniors, inter-generational care provides for enhanced socialization and a greater sense of engagement, plus better emotional and mental health, stronger physical health, a decrease in isolation and a sense of value and community involvement.
For children, studies show positive attitude to the aging process, greater sensitivity to persons with disabilities, reduced fear of the elderly, higher academic scoring and socially / personally matured. At Thelma’s Place, participants will have the opportunity to socialize and interact with children enrolled in Whoopsy Daisy on a daily basis. Together, participating in reading, games, art, music, outings and just talking and learning from one another.
At Whoopsy Daisy Inter-generational Child Care, we provide a safe and educational setting which allows each child to discover the world around them. Our goal is to provide children with a fun environment allowing us to build active minds, healthy bodies and happy hearts. At Whoopsy Daisy we are embedded in the past, present and the future, bridging the gap between young and old.
This innovative program provides child care for ages 3-6 years old, and includes interaction with participants in our adult day program for seniors. Something magical happens every day at Whoopsy Daisy Child Care when the young and the old spend time together. A special bond forms that rises above differences in age and ability.
If you would like more information about our Redmond and Canby locations, please visit: www.whoopsydaisychildcare.com