In collaboration with Purple Hydrangea Dementia Care Consultation & Support As a dementia professional who has worked in memory care and assisted living and home care, I find it really important to find activities that work with different levels of … Read More
Category Archives: Senior Activities
How To Celebrate National Caregivers Day at Your Senior Living Facility
Celebrate National Caregivers Day – the third Friday of each February – with your residents as you provide a fun activity in which your residents can show their appreciation and kindness to the care staff of your facility. Schedule a … Read More
Geri-Gadgets® For Dementia, Therapy, and Sensory Stimulation
Enhancing Seniors’ Lives Through Sensory Stimulation Unlocking joy in the lives of seniors, particularly those confronting the challenges of dementia, is our mission at Geri-Gadgets®. Why Sensory Stimulation Holds the Key With the passage of time, our senses become gateways … Read More
How to Create a Snoezelen Room (Sensory Area) at Your Senior Living Facility
A Snoezelen room is a multi-sensory room that uses gentle lights, relaxing smells, and soothing sounds that can calm your senior residents with dementia. It allows you to take a resident who is agitated or frustrated and immediately provide them … Read More
Snack Smart – Elevate Your Group Events with Bulk Snack Packs
Whether you’re organizing a school event, an afterschool program, a family engagement night, or any other group gathering, one thing is for certain: snacks can make the experience even more enjoyable and memorable! Our NEW bulk snack options offer a … Read More
Aquapaintings – Reusable Painting Activity for All Ages
Aquapaintings™ are a unique, reusable painting activity! Water and a paint brush are all that you need for this simple project. Aquapaintings are great for all ages and ability levels, and feature appealing real-life images. With a paint brush, simply … Read More
Mini Macramé Wall Hanging Craft Kits
Macrame Craft Kits These Make-Rame™ Mini Macrame Wall Hanging Kits update the retro art form of macrame with modern style. An easy and satisfying craft, with a few simple knots you get an amazing wall hanging that will complement nearly … Read More
Digital TV Bingo Game – Benefits of Bingo for Senior Living
Senior living communities and senior centers all love to play bingo. It turns out that Bingo may actually be good for your health. From engaging the brain to hand-eye coordination and more, there’s more to Bingo than meets the eye. … Read More
Celebrating National Skilled Nursing Care Week – Cultivating Kindness Theme
Help your residents celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week (May 14-20) and this year’s theme of “Cultivating Kindness” by participating in activities that can spread kindness to those around them. Throughout the week, set up fun activities that allow your … Read More
National Assisted Living Week – Joyful Moments Theme
Celebrate this year’s National Assisted Living Week (September 11-17) and its 2022 theme – Joyful Moments – by providing fun activities that bring joy to your senior residents. During the week, consider focusing on the hobbies that your residents enjoy, … Read More