Hi Joy, providing support for people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds can be challenging. You could try volunteers with bi-lingual skills (Russian and Korean) to visit residents on a one-on-one regular basis to talk, read poetry, and play games. Also, there are several fun games that don’t need language; Balloon games, carpet bowls, Spot the differences, drawing, colouring, and others. Watch out for March Activities; there are a couple of Trivia activities relating to Russian and Spain that would be suitable for your residents.
Hi, I can think of three: 1 Confidentiality 2 Complaints 3, Residents’ Rights. They all have their own Policies & Procedures. If there is a problem with any of the above expert/professional help is required.
Hi Marcia, that’s is a very good idea to have an activity cart. The cart could have activity pages to give away like: Spot the Differences, Crosswords, Trivia Maths, Quizzes, Games: Words Starting with A, B, C, etc., Word in Words, Word Searches, and 'Find the Hidden Objects'; all available on the Golden Carers site. Also, on our site you may find a bunch of poems, short stories, limericks, famous ‘Artists Impressions’ pictures to paint (paint and brushes or coloured pencils available). You may also purchase a pad of ‘Things to Find’ like ‘where's wally’ (elders usually love these) and take photocopies of the pages to give away so your supply is extended. Good luck with your new endeavour!
I just love love love this site - each time I'm glued to the many and awesome ideas to engage with our seniors. I recently downloaded some of the crossword puzzles and these seniors are fabulous to work with. That is just the tip of the iceberg. In this new chapter of my life, as semi-retired, I am so enjoying my time with seniors and watching them light up; I feel I've found a new niche. It's extremely gratifying. As to the cost of membership, it came out of my pocket - I rationalised that it was only about $3/month, less than many magazines. So keep up the GREAT work!!! Thanks again Golden Carers!!!!!
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