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Dawn 9th Jun 2021 Gerontology
First of all thanks for everyone's input on ideas during the Covid-19 pandemic. I feel I speak for most that at times it was challenging for even the best of creative minds.
I am in need of help with program ideas for only 1 activity coordinator dealing with group activities. As of June 18th my part-time coordinator is retiring and the other is going on maternity leave. As Director ;I know I can multitask, however would like ideas that are for groups and handling it alone. Any resources would be greatly appreciated. Our program focuses on MIND _ BODY_ SPIRIT.
Thank you
Dawn Baranowski
Director of Activities- Glendale, WI
Susan 9th Jun 2021 Activity Director
Hi Dawn
This is quite a challenge
Do you have volunteers that could help you or maybe high functioning residents that can help you
How about staff members from other departments??
If you are still alone I always said a music activity was good because many people like music
https://www.goldencarers.com/how-to-plan-music-activities-for-dementia-care/3192/
Also exercise is a group good group activity because you could have many participants
https://www.goldencarers.com/how-to-run-group-exercise-sessions-for-the-elderly/5182/

Might want to have this board boards
https://www.goldencarers.com/bored-board-brain-training-for-seniors/6212/
Anyone can take something from this and make an activity out of it or people can do it independently
Dawn 12th Jun 2021 Gerontology
Thank you and much appreciated. :)

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