How to Throw a Patriotic Carnival for Independence Day (or for Memorial Day, Flag Day, or Even Labor Day) Host a fun patriotic carnival at your nursing facility to get your residents in the patriotic mood and having fun this … Read More
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How to Incorporate Graduation Season Into Your Senior Activities
‘Tis the season for caps and gowns, diplomas, and well wishes! With commencements all around us, why not try incorporating this graduation season into your nursing facility’s activities. Here are a few activity ideas from notjustbingo.com to get you started. … Read More
Men’s Club Ideas For Senior Living Centers
The Grandhaven Living Center is located in Lansing, MI. We partner with our residents and their families to provide a lifestyle that meets needs and exceeds expectations. Our specialized Moments Memory Care combines over 20 years of experiences in caring … Read More
How To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo At Your Senior Living Facility
How are you planning to celebrate Cinco de Mayo (May 5th) at your senior livng facility this year? Here are 5 games to host at your upcoming Cinco de Mayo celebration as you recognize the Mexican holiday. Piñata-Hitting Party Fill … Read More
5 Simple Ways to Celebrate National Arbor Day
Celebrate National Arbor Day with your senior residents by providing a variety of fun tree-related activities. Here are 5 ideas from notjustbingo to get you started. Wood Craft Help your facility’s Craft Club practice their sanding and decorating skills by … Read More
National Skilled Nursing Care Week Activities – Live Soulfully Theme
Help your residents celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week during May 12th-18th (formerly known as National Nursing Home Week) by scheduling a week’s work of fun activities for your residents that relate to this year’s theme: Live Soulfully. Think about … Read More
Musical Hand Therapy Program for Health & Wellness
By Nancy Pitkin A program by Nancy Pitkin called Musical Hand Therapy is a 5-step program designed for either a one-on-one activity or a larger group. It uses humming as a tool to soothe and calm the body and spirit, combined … Read More
14 Earth Day Activities For Senior Residents
To celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd at your senior living facility, host a variety of fun activities throughout the day that get your senior residents thinking about the environment. Check out a few of the following ideas from notjustbingo … Read More
How to Start a Faux Pet Therapy Program in Your Senior Facility
Are you interested in starting a Pet Therapy or Animal Therapy program at your senior facility? If you are worried about the possible liabilities of bringing pets into your facility, consider using faux pets for your residents who have dementia. … Read More
6 Ways to Add Fun Games to Your Senior Activity Program
Switch up your senior living activities for 2019 by adding in a few fun and unexpected games. Try out one of the following ideas to shake things up a bit with your senior activities. Host an Axe Throwing Contest Help … Read More