Ohio Machinists Contribute To Area Nursing Homes

The Wii game console is quickly becoming a popular means for nursing homes to enhance resident’s physical therapy sessions, provide exercise and keep their minds stimulated while providing a social outlet that is becoming known as “Wii-habilitation.”

The group delivering the units included President Jim Reesman, Secretary-Treasurer Dave Felder, Committeeman Dave Heath, Recording-Secretary Tom Valko and District 34 Business Representative, Joseph M. Chaszar

“All four of the nursing homes were thrilled to receive the Wii’s,” said Chaszar. “The staff and residents of each facility send their appreciation to all of the members at Local 2159.” The effort also had a personal tie for Committeeman Dave Health, whose father in law (Pictured front right in hat) is a resident of the Bellevue Nursing Center, and bowled a strike in his first attempt!

“I have never been involved with something like this,” said Local 2159 President Jim Reesman. “I think I speak for everyone involved when I say it feels really good to give something back to the community.

Story by John Carr (Eastern Teritory Communication Representative).