Since October is National Bake and Decorate Month, be sure to supply residents with fun activities throughout the month that allow them to show-off their baking and decorating skills. Here are 5 activities from notjustbingo.com to get you started: 1. … Read More
Category Archives: Senior Activities
Across the USA Theme – State of Illinois
Pay tribute to the great state of Illinois with your residents during September’s Across the USA theme. Throughout the month, schedule fun activities that honor The Prairie State’s landmarks and state symbols. Landmarks Art Institute of Chicago In addition, since … Read More
Grandparents Day Activities for Residents and Grandkids
Celebrate National Grandparents Day on Sunday, September 10th with intergenerational activities for your residents and their grandkids. Here are four fun activity ideas from notjustbingo.com to consider when planning this year’s special day: 1. Doing Crafts Provide residents and their … Read More
Labor Day Activities for Your Residents and Their Grandkids
Invite the grandkids to your facility to enjoy this last holiday of summer by planning fun activities that celebrate the occupations of your residents. Here are a few ideas from notjustbingo.com to add to your Labor Day festivities. Labor Day … Read More
Staff & Resident Activities for National Assisted Living Week
National Assisted Living Week is right around the corner (September 10-16). This year’s theme is “Family is Forever” – showing the family bond between staff and residents. Here are a few activity ideas to help you demonstrate how your facility … Read More
National Assisted Living Week – “Family is Forever” Theme
For this year’s National Assisted Living Week starting on September 10th, be sure to incorporate activities that relate to the 2017 theme “Family is Forever.” Simply add activities that involve the family members of your residents – both their blood … Read More
Back to School Activity Ideas for Seniors and Grandkids
For this back-to-school season, consider planning a special intergenerational event to unite your residents with their school-aged grandkids. Here are a few ideas from notjustbingo.com for you to choose from. 1. Kindergarten Skills Training Get the kindergarteners ready for school … Read More
Across the USA Theme – State of South Dakota
Recognize South Dakota – the Across the USA state theme for August – by providing your residents with activities that relate to the Mount Rushmore state, including Native Americans, the Black Hills, and a few local South Dakota events. Native … Read More
6 Afternoon Treats to Keep Residents Cool This Summer
With summer at its hottest during July and August, be creative with how to keep your residents cool during the summer. Try out a few of these afternoon treat parties at your facility. Popsicle Run Grab a box of small … Read More
Fun 1950s Themed Activity Ideas for Senior Residents
Planning a fun 1950s-themed party for your nursing home residents? Check below to find a few activity ideas from notjustbingo that you may want to add to your list of fun activities for the day. 1. Organize a Sock Hop: … Read More