Activities for seniors

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.

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

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This is the list you should be checking out if you want simple and enjoyable craft projects that will enliven your free time!

As an Activity Coordinator, things can get really busy and there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day. It’s hard to sneak away time at your desk for notes or planning because every activity is so hands on. Well, I have come up with a list of 10 activities most seniors should be able to do independently so you can take some time to work at your desk, plan activities or just catch up on emails. 1. Gardening Club I just set out supplies on a table, zip lock of dirt, flower pot…

10 free and easy group activities for the elderly and seniors. Great for nursing homes and assisted living retirement communities, activity directors

Looking for Christmas holiday activities that your loved one with dementia can do? Here is a list of 74+ craft projects to keep them busy.

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.

In most senior care communities, there are residents who prefer solitude or have introverted tendencies. These individuals enjoy being in their bedrooms and often choose not to actively seek interactions with others. In this article we cover: Loners vs. Introverts: An Important Distinction Common Reasons for Choosing Solitude Mental Illness and Social Alienation Considerations Isolation in Senior Care: Addressing the Challenges 15 Activities for Loners and Introverts

Discover group exercise for seniors to keep them fit and active. Enjoy fun and engaging workouts with Keep Fit Group Exercise for Seniors.