Now in its eighth year, the nonprofit Seashore Gardens Foundation Golf Tournament will raise much-needed funds to enrich older lives in South Jersey. The tournament is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Harbor Pines Golf Club, 500 St. Andrews Drive in Egg Harbor Township.
“The Seashore Gardens Foundation Golf Tournament is not just about sinking putts and driving long shots; it’s about making a difference,” said Rich Cohen, president of the Seashore Gardens Foundation and co-chair of the golf tournament along with Jason Goldstein and David Lieberman. “By participating, you’ll be helping us enrich elder lives in the South Jersey community by raising funds to establish dementia support groups, intergenerational programs and combat social isolation.”
The Seashore Gardens Foundation provides a range of resources to enrich elderly lives. One such program is the Golden Sunflowers Gardening Group, a therapeutic gardening group for seniors with dementia. The benefits of therapeutic horticulture are numerous and include social interaction, improving motor skills, elevating mood, reducing agitation, and improving self-esteem.
Most recently, the Foundation published caregiver guides for dementia-friendly celebrations. “Celebrating birthdays is a cherished tradition that brings joy and connection,” noted the guide. “For caregivers of older adults and individuals with Alzheimer’s, planning a birthday celebration requires thoughtful consideration and creativity.” They also offered a caregiver’s guide for the holidays, offering valuable insights and practical tips to help folks navigate the festive time of year with grace, compassion, and joy. “While caregiving can be engaging and fulfilling, it also can be stressful and demanding,” noted the guide.
The golf tournament will raise funds to support the Seashore Gardens Foundation and fund future programming that will help enrich older lives. Golf tournament registration and lunch begin at noon. Tee time for golfers is at 1:30 p.m. Cocktails will begin at 5 p.m., followed by the awards dinner. Prizes will be awarded for Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive. There also will be a silent auction. Cost is $250 per golfer and includes a lunch and buffet dinner and deluxe goody bag. Foursomes are available for $1,000. For nongolfers who wish to attend the awards dinner, it is $75 per person. Register online at https://seashoregardens.org/support-us/golf-tournament.
