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Save DownloadFor the three Wednesday afternoons leading up to Christmas, the wellness staff will be going up & down the halls playing holiday music to each room and offer a treat associatd with the holidays to our residents. The three that we will be offering are sugar plums, roasted chestnuts and a slice of fruitcake.
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Save DownloadCarol singing is an essential part of Christmas, gather the residents, their families and friends to enjoy the wonderful songs associated with it. This book contains lyrics to 30 of the most loved Christmas Carols and Hymns.
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Here's a fun quiz all about well-known Christmas carols!
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Save DownloadSanta's Beard is a great starter for December! Each day you add a cotton wool ball and Santa's beard will grow.
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Save DownloadHere are some cute Christmas poems to share
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Save DownloadBeautiful diy light bottles that residents can decorate!
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Save DownloadTest your knowledge of well-known pantomimes!
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Save DownloadDo you like poetry - Here' s a nice Christmas Classic - A VISIT FROM ST. NICHOLAS.
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Save DownloadThinking of giving your residents who enjoying art a different project to complete this Christmas?? Well, try out the one attached!
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Save DownloadGet your residents moving safely around the community to enjoy holiday decorations you have worked so hard to put up! This scavenger hunt can work as an individual activity, a 1:1 activity, a family visit activity, or even a small group activity.
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It’s been quite the year, hasn’t it?! One way to invite residents to write about the good things as well as to create a thoughtful gift for family members is to try out this craft.
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Save DownloadAn easy word find puzzle that residents will enjoy solving at Christmas.
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Save DownloadEvery generation seems to have a toy or gift that is a must-have for children. Here are a few of those items from the past along with trivia and reminiscing to get residents involved with the conversation.
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Another Christmas themed color by numbers activity to enjoy!
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A Christmas themed color by numbers activity to enjoy!
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Christmas will soon be here! Christmas 2020 will surely be very, very different for us all. I'd like to share my Christmas Poem 2020 with you.
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Save DownloadThis pictorial quiz of guessing the names of popular Christmas Carols is a fun game and reminiscing activity!
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Save DownloadSome cute Christmas jokes to share! Thanks for sharing Gwyneth!
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Save DownloadWe are all shut in, wondering what to do next, although it is a long time to Christmas in July, or Christmas in December! This is a competitive and mentally stimulating game for groups or individuals.
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Save DownloadThis was a huge hit and was so rewarding for these ladies to see the end result!
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Save DownloadWe like to have our residents work together, it's fun to talk and laugh and have a cup of tea or coffee, along with eating some chocolate kisses so get enough!
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Save DownloadTry this snow globe craft with residents in a group or try it as a family night activity or even an intergenerational project.
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Save DownloadUsing Christmas colouring templates (or templates from another occasion), colour, collage, decorate as you wish. Laminate and Use to decorate trays, or tables during mealtimes.
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Save DownloadThis is a fun intergenerational activity! The festive season often brings children into care homes and this is a great way to celebrate the season.
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Construction paper linked garlands are traditional decorations in many countries and many of your residents will fondly remember making them. You can make linked garlands even more interesting in your community by making each link more meaningful.
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Hosting a Christmas Caroling party is a fun and festive way to celebrate Christmas. It should be a casual party where everyone enjoys themselves! For obvious reasons these carolers are not going to walk down the street and sing at every house. It’s an in-house party!
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Save DownloadFind the movie characters in this holiday movies themed word finder!
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Does it seem like everyone starts calling to schedule a time for their organization to carol to your residents throughout November and December? Here are a few ideas to make the most of your carolers this season while keeping your own sanity during this very busy season.
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"Our residents had a fantastic time, rehearsing, organising costumes etc...They performed it for their families and friends while feeling nervous but they all did a great job. A fantastic day was had by all!"
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Save DownloadChristmas Jeopardy questions and categories. Fun twist: Instead of having trivia for Christmas music, play an instrumental version of the song and have the residents guess the name of it for points!
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Save DownloadWe took our Hospital and Lodge residents on a Christmas light tour. With lollies on board as an extra treat they thoroughly enjoyed the evening, and plans are in place to do it again next year.
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Save DownloadPlanning a Family Night event right in the middle of the holiday season can feel extra stressful. However, you can pull off a beautiful Festival of Lights celebration by using some of these ideas. Take and adapt what works best for you and your seniors, making your event tailor-made for your community.
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Save DownloadMake Christmas is as joyous an occasion as possible! We can act as a surrogate family for residents; comforting, encouraging and providing reasons for them to be happy.
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Save DownloadTest your knowledge of Christmas traditions from around the world!
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Save DownloadGet into the Christmas spirit with this music quiz featuring over 20 well known Christmas carols, hymns and songs.
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Save DownloadHave an empty jar or container to put your questions in for your residents to "pull out".
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Save DownloadTry and unscramble the following holiday themed words. First letter provided!
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Save DownloadThe story of a Christian Saint, whose life inspires compassion and charity.
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Christmas themed picture bingo! Calling cards start on page 17.
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Save DownloadSnow White & the 3 and a half Dwarfs is a two-act pantomime to entertain your clients and guest this festive season! A perfect addition to a Christmas Party in assisted living facilities. Loads of fun for staff and residents!
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Save DownloadMake a snowball garland with embroidery thread and cotton balls.
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Save DownloadAnother beautiful Merry Christmas poster!
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Be merry this Christmas with some silly one-liners and laugh-out-loud jokes!
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Save DownloadA fun Christmas carols themed quiz to enjoy!
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Save DownloadHere is a short story about the birth of Jesus to share.
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Save DownloadSome lovely Christmas themed poems to share!
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This is a fun game that some may find very challenging, but others may find humorous!
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Save DownloadThis idea was given as a valentines bag, could be used for any occasion.
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Save DownloadA simple, Christmas Game for small groups.
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Save DownloadMake these gorgeous recycled snowmen to hang on the Christmas Tree!
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A Summer themed Christmas word search
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Save DownloadA Winter themed Christmas word search!
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Save Download"What a fantastic resource and well put together for the links to music and sounds!"
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Save DownloadKindness Advent Calendar
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Save DownloadThese spectacular photo Christmas trees are so simple to make and will attract clients, visitors and staff and generate lots of social interaction. This is a wonderful activity for seniors in nursing homes.
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Save DownloadThese wreaths are stunning! They are so simple to make using pool noodles and Christmas balls. This is a wonderful and fun social activity for high functioning residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities to enjoy.
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Save DownloadGroup art projects are a engaging activity for seniors in nursing homes. Creative group projects should have a theme; each client draws a picture (theme example: Christmas), and the final work is displayed as a group work of art.
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Save DownloadThis is a lovely activity to get into the spirit of Christmas! It will bring wonderful scent to the whole facility in the weeks leading up to Christmas!
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Gorgeous glitter snowflakes for Christmas! A lovely activity and decoration for nursing homes.
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Save DownloadYou may have clients who will be able to teach others how to say Merry Christmas in their language.
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Save DownloadBeautiful Christmas poster for printing!
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Beautiful Christmas poster for printing!
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Save DownloadIf you don’t already run a regular ‘Movie Night’ at your facility, try it out! All you need is a large screen, some good speakers, and of course popcorn and ice cream to add to the cinematic experience!
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Save DownloadMany years ago when I found myself with 3 celiac (coeliac) clients - all three with a ‘sweet tooth’ - I came across this recipe. Even those without special dietary requirements loved them.
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Save DownloadUse empty jars from the kitchen or use Mason jars to fill with the spices and sugar needed to make Gluhwein. Tie a little tag around the jar with the recipe for making Gluhwein. A stylish gift!
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Save DownloadWire coat hanger covered with tinsel, attach pegs with ribbon.
An idea for those residents to hang their cards on.
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Save DownloadHere are some ideas for affordable gifts and Golden Carers homemade gifts.
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Save DownloadWe used existing photographs of residents, copying to all the same size.
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Save DownloadA simple and stunning Christmas activity!
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Save DownloadHave fun creating these lovely cork reindeer! Cork is considered biodegradable and renewable.
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Some more word search fun for Christmas!
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Despite being associated with children, Colour By Numbers activities can be beneficial to adults as well. Not to mention lots of fun!
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Save DownloadSpot the Differences is a brain game for children and adults alike. It involves identification of objects, spatial analysis as well as short-term memory.
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Save DownloadSome interesting trivia about the history of mistletoe.
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A list of some of the more unusual Christmas traditions from around the world...
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"We have just presented Aladdin to our residents and family, what fun! I would recommend this as an excellent activity to facilitate interaction on another level between staff and residents, boost self-esteem and have a really great time."
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Save DownloadCelebrate Volunteers Day with a lunch or High Tea in their honor. You can make it extra especial if you give them an inexpensive gift; preferably made by the residents.
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Save DownloadHere's a fun Christmas quiz for seniors in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
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Save DownloadDecorate your facility or home with these beautiful evergreen balls.
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Save DownloadHere is a Christmas themed Word Search.
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Save DownloadAussie Themed Jingle Bells
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Save DownloadA fun winter themed quiz!
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Save Download"My Goodness. It was hilarious! Thank You so much for this one! Our fairies were all big burly men dressed in tutus and tiaras and I got to be sleeping beauty."
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Save DownloadLovely stained glass windows for any season.
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Save DownloadA fun game that will generate much laughter! Seat participants in a circle with a ball, read the story and when you say the words 'right' or 'left' they should pass the ball in that direction.
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Save DownloadCreate these beautiful poinsettias for hanging or to use as table decorations at Christmas. Video instructions included!
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Save DownloadThe key to reducing stress at Christmas time is to get organised and plan ahead!
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Save DownloadThese cute Christmas tree decorations are suitable for table tops, windowsills or desks. You can also sit them on top of tv's and radio's. Video instructions included!
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Save DownloadAnother lovely Christmas activity using recycled materials. Create these beautiful centerpieces with minimal effort! Video instructions included.
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Save DownloadThis activity offers lots of fun and plenty of opportunities to reminisce. Find out what participants used to cook for Christmas.
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Suitable for 2 people, this simple game can alert the mind and entertain.
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Save DownloadGet into the spirit of Christmas with this crossword puzzle.
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Save DownloadThe next installment in the riddle series!
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Save DownloadI bought an inflatable Santa costume off eBay for $31 and I can tell you it went down a treat.
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Save DownloadChristmas and nativity themed colouring-in templates to decorate your facility!
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Save DownloadMake your own unique Christmas polo shirts!
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Save DownloadMake you own Australian themed 12 Days of Christmas song to enjoy.
Thanks Joanne!
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Save DownloadThis fun quiz is all about well known Christmas Carols.
Thanks Kerry!
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Save DownloadAnother lovely Christmas ornament you can hand-make!
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Save DownloadThese recycled book Christmas Wreaths are stunning and easy to make!
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Save DownloadHere is some interesting trivia about Christmas traditions.
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These Christmas ornaments are striking and fun to make!
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Save DownloadBeautiful, easy to make Christmas ornaments!
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Save DownloadAnother lovely option for creating beautiful Christmas Wreaths.
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Save DownloadGet everyone into the spirit of Christmas with this fun activity.
Thanks Joanne, this is a great idea!
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Save DownloadAny of the Arborvitae evergreens can be used; I find the Thuja occidentalis particularly good because the leaves as flat by nature, making it easier to glue the layers.
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Save DownloadMaintenance of dexterity. Promote sense of accomplishment.
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Save DownloadThis is folk art and maybe some of your residents will remember playing with it as a child. Video included!
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Save DownloadUse Christmas cards to create lovely Christmas chain decorations!
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Save DownloadThese cute fabric angels are easy to make and very attractive to use on the table or mantel piece, windowsill, shelves or to hang from ceiling.
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Save DownloadThese beautiful wreaths can also be made with corks, large buttons, shells, and unshelled nuts.
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Use old cards to make ornaments for your Christmas tree or string them along to make a garland for walls or windows.
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Save DownloadMake a few of these lovely doves and place them on your Christmas table as a container for chocolate, cookies and marshmallows.
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Save DownloadThere are dozens of ways to make Advent calendars from recycled material. This is just one of them.
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What is Santa Klaus called in some European countries?
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Save DownloadDo your bit to save the planet with this gorgeous recycled Christmas Tree craft activity!
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Save DownloadUse your old newspapers to make this beautiful Christmas wreath.Video instructions included!
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Save Download"Lots of fun to do and residents, family members, and staff are still laughing about it."
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Save Download"Everyone had so much fun and all the residents and staff laughed until they couldn't laugh anymore. The next day residents were asking staff what pantomime were they going to do next year!"
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Save DownloadYet another Christmas Quiz!
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Save DownloadRecycle old doilies into these cute baskets for your Christmas table. They can be used to hold rum balls, chocolate, homemade Christmas biscuits and anything else you can think of.
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Save DownloadThis is a very useful tree to have! It can be used all year around, just change the ornaments on Easter, Valentines Day, Mothers Day, Chocolate day, Wish Tree Day.
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Save DownloadThis is a cute craft activity using discarded jigsaw puzzle pieces to create hanging decorations for your factility at Christmas.
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Lovely Christmas tree ornaments made from recycled Christmas cards
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Here is a lovely christmas craft activity - create beautiful standing Christmas angels!
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Save DownloadHere is an activity that will help you with your resolve to become more ‘green’. It is fun to make and requires little skill and yet looks rather striking hanged in walls, doors, windows and shelves.
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Save DownloadColouring-in, whether with crayons, coloured pencils or paint is therapy as well as a great way to pass the time absorbed in something creative. It may help to maintain what remains of dexterity and fine motor control.
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Here's another quiz to test your christmas knowledge!
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