Kids Connection at Eskaton Village in Grass Valley
20 years of service celebrated with a Western themed hoedown
November 18, 2022
Children from Margaret G. Scotten Elementary School visited the Eskaton Village today to help celebrate Eskaton’s 20 year anniversary in Grass Valley.
School children line up as they await to enter the western themed 20th anniversary celebration Thursday at Eskaton Village in Grass Valley.
Photo: Marianne Boll-See
Eskaton Village is a nonprofit multi-level community for independent senior living, assisted living and memory care residents.
The children visit the location four times a year for various
activities.
Children panned for gold at Thursday’s celebration and this first grader from Scotten School shows off his staff to Herb Lindberg, a resident at Eskaton.
Photo: Marianne Boll-See Games and prizes with the
children started off the celebration, followed by a luncheon for
residents and guests, and a performance by the Buffalo Girls
singers.
Eskaton Kids Connection partners communities with elementary schools. Older adults experience positive outcomes such as strength and mental acuity. Children develop social skills, respect and sensitivity toward others.