Day Trips

15 Evening Trip Destinations

Outings are essential for a healthy and engaging activity program. However, you don’t have to rely on daytime hours for successful outings! Instead, challenge yourself to add at least one evening trip to your program each quarter. Residents will love the new opportunities and you’ll realize it is worth the extra planning.

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Seaside photography

We took a small group of residents living with Dementia to the seaside and gave them disposable cameras and asked them to take pictures of things that make the seaside special. We got them developed and we often look at them and discuss the day out. 

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Christmas Lights Tour

We 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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20 Fabulous Day Trip Destinations for Seniors

There are so many benefits to involving your residents in outings! The fresh air and adventure will lift spirits, promote socialization and give everyone a welcome break from the routine.

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5 Uplifting Outdoor Activities

For residents living in residential care settings, fresh air and a change of scenery provide a welcome break from the daily routine. There are few pastimes that can lift spirits like spending time in nature.

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I Spy

We play this game as we travel on outings. Our clients enjoy this activity. Have fun and be as silly as you like!

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Coastal Bus Trip and Fun Day

In 2016 the theme for World Ocean Day is 'Healthy Oceans - Healthy Planet'. Organise a bus trip to celebrate the occasion. Take clients to the bay side, beach or wetlands for a stimulating and worthwhile activity.

Shop til you drop OP shop HOP

Fantastic would be the word to describe the fun time had by all OP SHOP hopping.
Another great activity idea submitted by Ron!

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Drive time

An interesting bus trip destination you may not have thought of.
Thanks Ron for your contribution!

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Social Outing Evaluation Form

The evaluation of social outings can be done in various ways. Keep in mind your objectives for the outing and write about your observations.

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Pool / Snooker outing and Pub Lunch

Get a group of men together for an outing to enjoy each other's company.

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Social Outing Information Sheet

Social Outings should be carefully planned, with safety always being the utmost priority. The ratio of carers per resident depends on the capabilities of each resident.

Checklist for Social Outings

A checklist is the best preparation for social outings. It's also great for piece of mind!

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Lunch at the Bay

Stimulate the senses and enjoy the outdoors

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Picnics

Social opportunities and memory stimulation

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