Activities for residents

The holiday season is a time for spreading joy, love, and warmth, and there's no better place to do so than in a nursing home. Christmas parties in these facilities are a beautiful opportunity to bring cheer to the lives of elderly residents, many of whom may not have the chance to celebrate with their families. Planning a thoughtful and engaging Christmas party in a nursing home requires creativity and sensitivity to the residents' unique needs and preferences.

Dementia can make the Christmas season a difficult time for seniors. But there are still plenty of fun activities that they can enjoy. This guide provides some great ideas to help make their holiday special.

Not every resident attends group activities, and it can be a serious struggle to find ways to get them engaged with recreation. Intentionally curated carts and baskets can increase your reach and keep your residents happily active.

10 whiteboard activity ideas. A compilation of ideas for activities to do on a whiteboard. A versitile tool for anyone working with others.

Are there several independent senior residents at your assisted living facility that have trouble enjoying group activities? We’ve shared 7 activity ideas to help keep your independent residents entertained #senioractivities #assistedliving

January Activity Calendar for Seniors, great for use in Assisted Living and Nursing Homes/Continuing Care Facilities. Filled with crafts and unique activities

If you're feeling overwhelmed with creating different types of activities for the seniors in your assisted living facility, then keep reading to view 14 types of activities that you can begin adding to your monthly senior activity calendars today.

No need for anything extravagant. You probably have the essentials for these activities at home. And for things like paint chips and travel brochures, they’re accessible to all! But remember, the key...

I've worked in activities for over ten years, and I have found that there are some activities that you just have to have on the activities calendar! While these activities may be staples, they can easily lose their charm for both you and the residents when done over a long period of time. Here are a few ways to spice up the classic activities on your calendar! In this article we cover: Alternatives to Traditional Bingo Coffee Chats with a Family Theme Rise & Shine Exercise Group Go Exploring…

Discover dozens of crafts for seniors that involve activities like knitting, sewing, painting, woodworking, jewelry making, and more. Explore simple everyday crafts and get ideas for special holiday projects. Plus, learn about loads of cool crafts that are great to make with young grandchildren!