COVID has made bringing activities to seniors a challenge, let us help. How about memoir class with a professional writer, giving your residents the chance to record the greatest moments of their lives? Or, if making people laugh is more interesting to them, we also offer a Stand up class to rant and rave. All classes end with a virtual performance for friends and family!
MEMOIR CLASS FOR SENIORZ
DESCRIPTION
In this on-going series of hour long workshops, participants are prompted by specific questions to recount the most significant events of their lives. In jogging their memories this way, smaller and more intimate moments are often revealed too. The written stories in these classes unfold like great novels told by the people who lived through them, each a unique piece of history. Another benefit of these meetings are the relationships, and sense of community that participants gain, a much welcome by-product of sharing the details of their lives.
Classes are currently held virtually
RATE
Prices range from $200-$400/class contingent on the number of students and length of workshop
IMPROV COMEDY CLASS FOR SENIORZ
DESCRIPTION
In this Interactive Improv Class, specifically designed to engage seniors, the Laughter On Call team uses tried and true comedy exercises to encourage them use their imagination, keep their minds sharp, and of course, laugh together. There are no wrong answers, just an opportunity to enjoy time with their peers learning about spontaneity and eventually telling stories and writing sketches in a group setting. These classes serve the dual function of keeping their minds flexible and spirits lightened!
Classes are currently held virtually
RATE
Prices range from $200-$400/class contingent on the number of students and length of workshop
STAND UP CLASS FOR SENIORZ
DESCRIPTION
A bucket list class for Seniors interested in learning Stand up comedy from a PRO. Former Tonight Show comedian, Cathy Ladman, (The Late Late Show, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Modern Family) is teaming up with LOC to teach a six-week class to 10 courageous funny people.
Classes are currently held virtually
RATE
Prices range from $200-$400/class for communities depending on number of participants or $300 per person if signing up individually.
LAUGHTER TRAINING FOR CAREGIVERS
DESCRIPTION
One of the challenges of facing Alzheimer’s disease is people not knowing what to do or say and the fear that they will somehow do this wrong. Dani and her team help solve this problem with a memorable 8 step acronym outlining simple comedian’s tools to help create connection through shared laughter with their loved ones and communities.
Options include:
- Leadership Training
- Staff Training
- Family Support Workshop
Available as an online webinar
RATE
Prices starting at $500/first 20 participants
$45 for each additional guest
1:1 COMEDY CARE COMPANION
DESCRIPTION
Informed by our unique Family Feedback Form, we bring a comedian virtually to your loved one, for as many times a week as desired, for customized cognitive engagement and of course, laughter. We recommend booking four visits for the full benefit of the relationship between the comedian and your loved one.
RATE
$125 for the first half hour virtual session, which includes intake, consultation and finding the right comedian for your loved one
$200 for 4 half hour virtual session after the first session
My husband has Alzheimers and since all his programs have been suspended, I have had a hard time keeping him stimulated. All he wants to do is sleep. Today we Connected with you on Zoom and he laughed and took part. It was awesome. His photo right after we connected is below. We will be back!
Debby and Pat, Apple Valley, MN
While changes in humor may be an early sign of dementia, humor also has strong healing power. For a first-person perspective on how comedy helped our founder Dani’s mother, see this story from AARP Bulletin. (AARP, June 2018).
WITH LAUGHTER ON CALL, SEEING IS BELIEVING
The laughter that bubbles up seemingly from their toes when a joke lands, the smiles on our clients’ faces, the twinkle in their eyes that lets you know they are still in there, it’s undeniable. Check out our Client Reviews to learn more.
GIVE THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER
How do I help a friend whose parent has Alzheimer’s?
You can give the gift of laughter. Even if you are not directly caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s, chances are you know someone who is. Show your love and support by giving a Laughter On Call gift certificate. Your contribution can help a friend provide comedy care to a loved one, bringing smiles and relief to all involved. Contact us today to learn how to give the Gift of Laughter.