At Pegasus Landing of Overland Park, a beautiful act of kindness recently brought residents together in a meaningful way — crafting cozy, handmade blankets for children experiencing illness, foster care, or trauma.
It all began with a simple idea from Memory Care Coordinator Amanda McNish. While searching for ways to foster connection among residents, she saw an opportunity to combine creativity with compassion. Inspired by the mission of Project Linus of Greater Kansas City, a nonprofit known for delivering handmade blankets to children in need, Amanda reached out and began gathering supplies.
“We wanted to do something tactile — something that allowed residents to feel their impact,” Amanda shared. “This wasn’t just about making blankets. It was about stitching love and comfort into every knot, for children who need it most.”
Residents eagerly jumped into the project, starting with soft, fleece tie blankets. The activity was designed to be accessible to everyone, involving simple steps like cutting and knotting the fabric. But what unfolded went far beyond crafting. Stories surfaced. Memories were shared. Connections deepened.
One resident, Janet, beamed as she tied the final knots on her blanket. “It’s so nice to know a child will be snuggled up with this,” she said. Nancy, another resident, carefully worked on a horse-print blanket and added, “As much as I love this one, I hope it finds a child who loves horses just as much as I did growing up.”
This special initiative even caught the attention of the Johnson County Post, which highlighted the residents’ heartfelt efforts and the impact they’re making through their partnership with Project Linus.
“Our residents have such big hearts and incredible stories to share,” said Lindsey Grossman, Life Enrichment Director. “Watching them pour their time and love into something that will comfort a child is a powerful reminder of how meaningful community and purpose can be at every stage of life.”
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