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
‘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
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
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
Over the last 8 years of working with seniors, there are 3 things that can make even the most withdrawn senior become engaged: Music, animals and children. It doesn’t matter if you are in the middle of a really great activity – … Read More
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
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
Are you ready to bring a new sensory experience to the older adults in your program? An active, open-ended experience that combines sensory-rich materials, allowing participants to use their imaginations, creativity and expression. We are excited to introduce the concept … Read More
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
Have fun in May as you help your senior residents celebrate Older Americans Month. Throughout the month, schedule fun activities that coordinate with the 2018 theme “Engage at Every Age”, and provide opportunities for your residents to learn, share, volunteer, … Read More
