Film director Christopher Miller said, “With a bucket of Lego, you can tell any story. You can build an airplane or a dragon or a pirate ship-it’s whatever you can imagine.”
It’s a ‘toy’ that spans all generations, genders, and interests. Lego, named among the world’s best brands, has been enchanting and engaging people since the company was founded in 1932. Children, teens, and adults of all ages find that building with Legos is fun and creative; parents and grandparents also find it nostalgic.
It was with the cross-generational fascination of the iconic toy that Oak Trace senior living community in Downers Grove held its second annual Lego celebration. Residents, their friends and families, and staff joined creative forces to build together.
The event was inspired by a resident of Oak Trace who enjoys playing Lego with her grandchildren. Jessica Lazzara Cashman, Lifestyle Director, was quick to embrace the idea. “In a world where everyone is constantly tied to their technology, it is great to identify a fun and creative activity. The fact that Lego crosses generations is a bonus, as residents, their children, and grandchildren enjoyed participating together.”
“Lego ‘builds bridges’ between generations, both literally and figuratively,” said Dan Harrington, Executive Director of Oak Trace. “Our intergenerational programming is fun, creative and beneficial for all generations.”
Oak Trace Senior Living
Oak Trace senior living community in Downers Grove is set on more than 40 acres of landscaped grounds featuring gardens, walking paths, ponds and abundant greenspace. Oak Trace has private independent living apartments, as well as assisted living, memory care, skilled care and rehabilitation. The Life Care Community offers guaranteed lifelong care with predictable costs. Oak Trace is owned by Lifespace, a not-for-profit organization with more than 45 years of experience in senior living. To learn more about Oak Trace, visit www.OakTraceSeniorLiving.com.
