International day of the older person

Creative Pursuits That Improve Quality of Life

As people age, they should continue to express themselves and learn new things.
Creative pursuits are known to enhance communication and concentration, with more opportunities for recreation and socialization.

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Cooking Activities for Puréed and Mechanical Soft Diets

Swallowing disorders can occur at any age but are more common among the elderly, particularly those living with dementia or affected by strokes. Dysphagia is the medical term to describe difficulty swallowing.

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Activity Evaluation Form

Here is an activity evaluation form that I used in the past. Each facility will have their own version. It is called a Monthly Program Evaluation and it consists of one sheet for each week of the month;

The Role of the Activity Staff in Palliative Care

This article is designed to help make your engagement with people in palliative care easier.

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Games Around The Room

Place several different board games and other table top games around tables in a room. Activities could include Jenga, Snakes and Ladders, Guess Who, Cards, Ludo, Dominoes.

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