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Season Leaves Game

There are many activities with autumn leaves but I can't see why it should be restricted to autumn. Here is an activity for any time of the year

Herbal Scent Tea Party

Try inviting relatives for this activity; it is an enjoyable occasion.

Gluhwein Recipe

Glühwein is a warm spiced wine traiditional of Germany and Austria. It is the alternative to a cup of tea on a cold winter's day. A glass of Glühwein and a game of cards is a good activity for relaxation and social time.

4 Comments Scent for Pleasure

Evocation of familiar scents to stimulate long-term memories. Ideal for sight impaired seniors.

French Toast for Mother's Day Breakfast

Wonderful cooking aromas will bring everyone to the breakfast room!

Handbag Clean-Up

Ideally, this activity should take place just before morning tea; a hot drink after a chore serves as a 'reward'. Each resident will bring her own handbag to be cleaned-up. The idea is to have them engaging in cleaning up and talking about the contents of their handbags.

Pet Therapy - bathing a dog

Opportunity to reminisce. Focus of interest outside routine.

1 Comments Pet Therapy (with a dog)

To promote socialization. Provide a sense of purpose.

1 Comments Fun with Salt Dough

Increase socialization. Improve ability to follow directions.

5 Comments Balloon Bean bags

VIDEO Instructions included! Object: maintain social skills and reinforce friendships. Sensory stimulation.

2 Comments Treasure Hunt

Tactile stimulation and promote 'staying on task'.

5 Comments Scent Guessing

Sensory stimulation with familiar scents.