To participate, shoppers can look for Be a Santa to a Senior trees or displays at locations around the area. Ornaments featuring the name and desired gift of an older adult will be on display.
The South Dakota Physical Therapy Association has presented DJ Lanke of Watertown with the South Dakota Physical Therapist Assistant of the Year Award for 2023.
The Brainerd Home Instead office coordinates this program locally, but its success comes directly from the community. This year, there are 919 names of seniors on area trees.
The Brainerd lakes area Be a Santa to a Senior program saw an increase in senior participants this year compared to last year, according to organizers. The program connects donors with seniors who would appreciate a gift.