Hello everybody! I need suggestions... I work as a recreational therapist in 2 different centers. The organization I work for comes from the federal government. The ministry is asking us to have an activity program 7 days a week. Since I'm not in the 2 centers all week long, I would need your suggestions to find activities that caregivers and Beneficiary Attendants can do with the residents when I'm not there. Do you think of anything other than coloring, manicuring and playing a movie?
Hi Maude, there are many activities that can be led by Beneficiary Attendants and residents relatives. Here are some examples of activities you can find on Golden Carers with step by step instructions:
Quizzes - riddles - Crosswords - Word Game - Charades - Paper Chain garland for Chinese New Year - Match songs with Artists - One-Liners - Balloon & Bubbles - Penny Toss - Balloon game, Bowling - Proverbs
I co-own and operate a small assisted living home in Pittsfield, NH (U.S.A.). We consistently seek ways to improve upon our senior activity program, providing a diversified balance of a purposeful and enjoyable time of recreation, crafting, exercise and others to reach all of our residents. I must say, it's been a challenge. This past October I began researching options online and came across your site, subscribing for a year to see what you were all about. Let me tell you, you have not disappointed! Your site is a priceless resource that we are extremely thankful for. We find a significant increase in resident participation and look forward to the new ideas that each month brings. Our residents love the changes!
Thank you,
Maude
Quizzes - riddles - Crosswords - Word Game - Charades - Paper Chain garland for Chinese New Year - Match songs with Artists - One-Liners - Balloon & Bubbles - Penny Toss - Balloon game, Bowling - Proverbs
You can find activities by category here:
https://www.goldencarers.com/activities/
Regarding clients living with Alzheimer’s please check this link:
https://www.goldencarers.com/20-practical-activities-for-people-living-with-alzheimers-disease/3778/