To encourage participation it is important that you identify any barriers - whether perceived or real - that might be preventing residents from getting involved.

The attached sample calendar is for the sole use of the Leisure Coordinator or Recreation Therapist, so she/he can swop and change dates as they see fit. If dates fall on the weekend you may change it for a weekday.

Your 'Strategy Plan' has been approved by management, suggestions were noted and amendments made. Now put you plan in action!

Here's a sample fund-raising strategy plan to get you started.

In this example, an annual Jumbo/Trash & Treasure Sale is being organised.
Have a meeting with your staff, volunteers and friends to establish goals and plan a strategy.

Here's a long list of fund-raising ideas to inspire you!

Learn how to respond to the assessment of needs with the following 6 case studies.

Learn how to identify the needs of residents entering aged care facilities.

How to write objective, concise and professional Progress Notes. 4 pages of sample progress notes included.

The 'Work Instructions and Procedures' is important because it assists all recreation and volunteer staff to conduct activities in the same manner. Routine, as we all know, in an aged care facility is conducive to harmony and contentment.

Sometimes it is hard to find words to convey what one sees or hears in an objective way. The list below will assist you when working on documentation at the end of your day.