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Crystal 14th Mar 2020 Dementia Coordinator

Hello! I am looking for ideas for activities for the younger generation, I am starting to see people in the 40's and 50's in the long term care facility. We have alot of resources for the baby boomers but not much for the younger ones. Comments and suggestions are appreciated

Susan 15th Mar 2020 Activity Director

First ask these residents what they would like to do
Do you have tablet they can use??
They may even have their own phones
I hope your facility is connected to the Internet??
You may want to ask this question to the Facebook group because they could hook up with other residents in other facilities or with friends https://www.goldencarers.com/activities-for-seniors-facebook-group/4782/
You may have a special group just for them
Everyone likes food
Maybe they are sports fans

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Love all the great ideas. Love Golden Carers. I have used so many of your ideas since I started and all with great feedback with staff who like to join in too. What a difference I have seen in the residents, more joining in because of giving them time to express what they like to do and always offering for them to join in, whatever the activity. Having so much to offer but not overwhelming them, just a little at a time and someone will show their enthusiasm to give it a try. Thank you Golden Carers.

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