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A Resident Council is an important part of any long term living community. Resident Council Meetings empower residents to voice their concerns, exercise their rights, and play a part in the decision-making process within their own home. Meetings may be monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly, depending on the wishes of council members.

When I started my first Activity Director job, I was only a few years out of college. While I had worked with seniors in a skilled nursing community before, nothing quite prepared me for taking on an Activity Director role. Here are a few things I wish someone had told me in those first few weeks, months, and years.

Top 5 Activities Director interview questions with detailed tips for both hiring managers and candidates.

When I started my first Activity Director job, I was only a few years out of college. While I had worked with seniors in a skilled nursing community before, nothing quite prepared me for taking on an Activity Director role. Here are a few things I wish someone had told me in those first few weeks, months, and years.

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. In this article we cover: Carts for Short Term Stay Residents Carts for Long Term Stay Residents Technology Cart Library Cart Something To Do Cart Hydration Cart Holiday Cart Family Visit Cart

Activity directors are hard-working, compassionate, great multitaskers, and efficient communicators, but just like any other occupation, activity directors can forget the reason why they chose such a demanding profession. Here are a few tips to help you get your passion back. Get more senior activity ideas at notjustbingo.com TODAY!

Men’s activities are challenging! The best way to find meaningful activities for men is to uncover past lifestyle choices and history - you can gather this information from residents and their families. Here are 8 tips for engaging men in meaningful activities.

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