Do you have an administrator who’s a bit uneasy about preparing your senior living facility for Halloween? Or do you have residents who may shy away from activities with witches and ghosts? Instead of focusing on the creatures of Halloween, … Read More
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Columbus Day Activities for Senior Residents
As Columbus Day has become more controversial in recent years, it’s easy to be hesitant when providing activity ideas for the observance. But don’t let that stop you from providing fun activities for your residents on the holiday. Instead of … Read More
Fall Ideas to Add to Your Senior Activity Calendars
Need some Fall themes and ideas for your fall activity calendars? Here are a few to try for the September, October and November months. Fall Harvest Host a variety of activities relating to the fall harvest, like a Fall Harvest … Read More
8 End of Summer Activities for Senior Residents
It’s almost here – the end of summer. Instead of fast-forwarding to autumn, consider throwing your residents a fun Last Day of Summer party with fun summer-themed activities throughout the day. Here are eight activities from notjustbingo.com to add to … Read More
How to Prepare Your Senior Facility for Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is coming and it’s time to get your facility ready for this fun, annual celebration. Here are a few things to keep in mind when planning your Oktoberfest: Oktoberfest actually starts in September, so you better get a move … Read More
National Assisted Living Week – “Capture the Moment” Theme
Help your residents celebrate this year’s theme – Capture the Moment – for National Assisted Living Week (Sunday, September 9 through Saturday, September 15) by providing a weeklong series of activities that get your residents reminiscing about their favorite past … Read More
7 Ways to Celebrate National Aviation Day with Senior Residents
National Aviation Day is August 19th! Invite the grandkids to stop by your senior living facility and celebrate the observance with your senior residents by partaking in a few aviation themed activities. 1. Building Airplane Models Provide residents and their … Read More
How to Make Evenings Fun for Senior Residents
Even though your activity staff leaves for the day, your residents can still have fun in the evenings at your senior living facility. Here are six tips to help your residents enjoy their evenings. 1. Add Documentary or Movie Nights … Read More
Family Game Night Ideas For Your Senior Facility
Wondering how to get the family involved in activities in your facility? Host a fun open game night every Saturday evening for family members to drop by to play with their loved ones. Simply set up lots of game tables … Read More
5 Ways to Host the Best Summer Carnival for Senior Residents
If you’re planning to host a summer carnival for your senior residents this year at your assisted living facility, be sure to include these 5 elements to make the event fun and memorable! Carnival Games Make sure to include fun … Read More