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11 years ago

Fiona Recrecation Therapist

Does anyone know of a Diversional therapist conference in Adelaide & if so could you please post the details or a contact name. Thanks

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11 years ago

Lorraine Activity Coordinator

Hi Solange, My name is Lorraine. I work in a very small aged care facility. We have 14 very high care residents which over half are bed ridden. Is there any suggestion for a program that I could...

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11 years ago

Robyn Lifestyle Coordinator

If you run a AFL football tipping competition with your residents. The season start next Thursday 24th March 2011. I charge $5 for the season though you can run a free one. I hand out a weekly...

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11 years ago

Scott mclaren Leisure & Lifestyle Co ordinator

Just a query, i was wondering if you have the capacity to set up a group membership with multiple sign ins. St Laurenve have a number of lifestyle/recreation departments whose staff would benenfit...

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11 years ago

Gail activities officer

Hi Debi, we had an Ekka day last year. We had some residents decorate and fill small bags with goodies eg: small chocs, chips, as sample bags, also played games such as knock em downs also had a...

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11 years ago

Helen Diversional Therapist

Debi we have a Ekka show day in August and have farm animals for 2 hours, a sausage sizzle, strawberries and icecream and an entertainer.

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11 years ago

Robyn Lifestyle Coordinator

Hi, Just wondering if you have any information on what to put in a Snolzen room. Thanks Robyn

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11 years ago

Debbie activitiesco_ordinator

Hi my name is Debbie and I have lots of ideas for crafts..We are doing lots of fundraising to help on our big trips which consistes of hiring a mobilty bus.. on top of our budgit we always need to...

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11 years ago

Zsuzsanna

Hi, my name is Zsuzsanna, and if anyone has any idea how I can join a penpal program for nursing home residents, would they please let me know? I have found one program in the States but was hoping ...

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11 years ago

Pauline Activity Officer/AIn

Hi solange The other markets to go to for games and puzzels are carrara markets on the gold coast and I use baby wipes to clean my wooden puzzles and make sure the residents that use them have...

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11 years ago

Clayton lifestyle manager

Thanks for the advice on the jigsaws, i'm sure i will find it valuable when i get time to use it, i'll let you know how i go, Thanks again Kelly

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11 years ago

Pauline Activity Officer/AIn

Hi everyone, recently I got two very good puzzles from Aldi for $10.00 each and my residents love them as they go across two tables and they are large enough to see and handle with poor vision and...

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11 years ago

Christine

We arent able to have wooden puzzles at our facility due to infectious diseases control. Wooden puzzles sometimes cannot be cleaned without damaging the picture. Does anyone else have the same...

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11 years ago

Annie Diversional Therapist

Hi Kelly - I shop on E-Bay a lot for work resources; just search for "wooden jigsaw puzzles" and see what's on offer. There are nice wooden puzzles at shops called "Riverview Gifts Galore" and...

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11 years ago

Clayton lifestyle manager

Hi everyone my name is Kelly from Blackburn, Melbourne. im in need of jigsaw puzzles for Dementia residents, i've found a couple in certain web sites but they retail at about $100.00 + i am after...

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11 years ago

Christine

Hi Ive purchased 2 great ones from boxndice.com.au/ they are made from recycled tyres and plastic bottles can be wiped for infection control. Hope that hepas

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11 years ago

Helen Diversional Therapist

Can anyone recommend some entertainers in the Brisbane area for small group entertainment in our lounge or groups to perform in our hall for under $100? We have a 1:1 monthly flute therapy which...

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11 years ago

Karen

I am part of a Dementia project that we are about to commence in the local community. This is a 'Memory Lane Cafe' type project where people (approx 65yo+) with memory loss and their family, carers...

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11 years ago

Anna Recreation Therapist

Hi my name is Anna.I've set up a trolley with nick nacks which i take around the facility 2-3 times a week for residents to purchase goodies.I have also made available cans of coke etc which i keep...

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11 years ago

Lorraine Activity Coordinator

Hi, My name is Lorraine. I will be doing shifts as a lifestyle coordinator from the hours of 11am to 5:30pm monday to friday. There are already programs in place but I may need to change...

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11 years ago

Nadia Program worker

Hi every one... my name is Nadia and I have been using this website for a number of month. I live in Canada and working in Adult Day Program. Do you have any ideas for man programs? We cannot do much ...

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11 years ago

Christine volunteer

Hi Love your site. Can you do a list of companies that offer for free or little charge services eg bus trips for the nursing homes that have little money . As the staff are continually running...

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11 years ago

Susan Lifestyle and Leisure Coordinator

Dear Annie, I have just read your blog, yes it is very hard to find time to do everything. I don't do any nursing duties unless on outings. I love digging around the Golden Carers site as it is...

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11 years ago

Heather Recreation Activities Officer

Hi Maryann, Im a recreational activities officer 40 high care residents. I work 7hrs per day mon-fri and although never enough time in the day my schedule goes a little like this. activities: 8.30...

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11 years ago

Maryann Diversional Therapist/Lifestyle Manager

thanx all for the feedback on days/hrs - very varied/interesting thanx again keep it coming maryann ellis

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11 years ago

Patricia Lifestyle Co-Ordinater

Hi i work as an activities co-ordinater and my hours of work are 0800 to 1600

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11 years ago

Christine

To Maryann I work as an Activities Officer in a 9 bed residential high care MPS (multi purpose service) I have 20 hours which is group activities,one on one, admin and also some community contact.I...

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11 years ago

Annie Diversional Therapist

To Maryann - I work as DT in a 42 bed mixed needs residential facility and have 31 hours allocated Monday to Friday for DT duties + admin duties + shopping etc - it\'s very hard. No weekend work...

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11 years ago

Helen Diversional Therapist

Hi the qld course is now called a certificate IV in Leisure and Health it used to be called a cert IV in Community services ( Lifestyle and Leisure). I work as a Diversional therapist 27 hours per...

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11 years ago

Maryann Diversional Therapist/Lifestyle Manager

hi l still need feedback on hours off work for D.T.s can a few people please tell me their work hours program hrs etc this includes activity co ordinators too thanx MARYANN ELLIS

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11 years ago

Gail activities officer

Hi Jessica, doing my Certificate IV in community services(lifestyle and leisure) through Bremer TAFE,located in ipswich Qld. Doing this via correspondence, is great as I work fulltime and can do...

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11 years ago

Maryann Diversional Therapist/Lifestyle Manager

hi yeh jess contact Diversional Therapy Australia located in Sydney also login to REDLEAF EDUCATION they have distace ed which may be what u are lookingg for Maryann Horsham VICTORIA

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11 years ago

Jessica

Hi, I am actually a speech pathology student (previously an AIN in residential aged care) and I am trying to find out about the study requirements to be a diversional therapist. I cannot seem to...

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11 years ago

Gail activities officer

Hi, Just thought others would like to know that the queensland government have made the 7th of November "grandparents Day". Recognising grandparents in our community. 2010 is the first...

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11 years ago

Heather Recreation Activities Officer

Hi Solange,I am an activities officer for 40 High Care residents in a nursing faciltiy and have enjoyed your site and used many ideas which have seen more smiles on my residents faces which makes my...

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11 years ago

Lynne Recreation Therapist

I have just subscribed to the website...I can see it is going to be very helpful. Could anyone help me with a calendar(monthly/weekly/fortnightly)different to the norm....help...please

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11 years ago

Solange Diversional Therapist

Hi Wendy - Men's activities that work for me are: dominos, gardening, conversation (Men's Club), any game that uses a dice, sanding and painting old furniture, carpet bowls, bowling, Hoy, and lately...

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11 years ago

Solange Diversional Therapist

Hi, regarding affordable presents for volunteers. You could assist residents to make book-marks as instructed in the website, but do it in scraps of colourful leather. I was given one in yellow...

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11 years ago

Fiona Recrecation Therapist

Hi Wendy, We brought all our volunteers little glass angels from a cheap shop (reject cheap as chips etc) & they come in a nice box only $2 each & picked a small posy of flowers for them all &...

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11 years ago

Annie Diversional Therapist

http://yooyahcloud.com/VOLUNTEERSA/eISoYb/Books__merchandising_old_logo__for_web.pdf - This is a link to Volunteering SA where they have great volunteering badges $3.20 each you could give out to...

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11 years ago

Annie Diversional Therapist

Hi Wendy - 20 volunteers is a wonderful asset to you! Ideas for presents: the usual wine/chocolates, petrol vouchers, small plants or cater a special lunch just for them. Also hand out certificates...

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11 years ago

Wendy recreation therapist/care

hi all ,would anyone out there have simple ideas to make /give to our volunteers, all in all we have approx. 20, so costing be minimal ?? Also ways to get "the blokes"out and interested in...

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11 years ago

Fiona Recrecation Therapist

Hi There, I would really love some fresh ideas for Afl grand final day. If anyone would like to give feedback on what they do it would really help. Thanks

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11 years ago

Fiona Recrecation Therapist

Does anyone have any suggestions for Afl grand final, We are having a bacon & egg breakfast & i wanted to try different Games but im at a blank right now. Help please.

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11 years ago

Susan Lifestyle and Leisure Coordinator

Regarding Care Plan for Chickens. I would suggest developing a Pet Care Plan. Including; type/s of animals, food and water requirements, when to feed, who will feed and when, maintenance of...

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11 years ago

Solange Diversional Therapist

We have recently purchased a chicken coop and the excitement of the residents is palpable. They go for a walk to the chicken coop all day long.We only have three chickens and when we finally got some ...

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11 years ago

Sharon Diversional Therapist

you have recently added pet therapy with a dog have you got any evidence based documention for chickens

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11 years ago

Solange Diversional Therapist

Having a basic understanding of one or more of the following can help you enhance your activity program: Aromatherapy, Massage Therapy, Horticultural therapy and multi-sensory therapy.

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11 years ago

Catherine Lifestyle & Wellness Coordinator

Helen found sound for health and multisensory very good as accreditation want sensory programs, its important. Did 2 days. Catherine

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11 years ago

Helen Diversional Therapist

Hi Just wondering what courses anyone has taken other than their diversional therapies studies that have been beneficial to their workplace. eg. aromatherapy or massage. Thanks Helen

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Beth 4th Jul 2022 Activities Co Ordinator

Tennis Players Who's Who?

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Tennis Players Who's Who?
Caroline 4th Jul 2022 Day Respite

Hawaii word search

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Hawaii word search
Nanette 3rd Jul 2022 Recreational Activity Officer

Word search chicken anatomy

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Word search chicken anatomy
Jana 1st Jul 2022 Caretaker Of Elder Mother-in-law

Things that go Together Quiz

It's so nice to find so many ideas for the seniors in the facility I work at. Our Memory Care residents enjoy them a lot! Thanks!
Sandra 1st Jul 2022 Activities Assistant

Armchair Travel to India

My residents love this activity! They stay engaged while seeing all the sights of the country we visit. They want to visit castles or mansions in America next. I thought I could throw a tea party with this!
Emma 30th Jun 2022 Deputy Manager

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: German famous faces
Karen 30th Jun 2022

Rainy Day

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Rainy Day
Louisa 29th Jun 2022 Head of Wellbeing

Splash Down

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Splash Down
Marietta 29th Jun 2022 Activities Co-ordinator

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Colouring by numbers
Beth 29th Jun 2022 Activities Co Ordinator

British Tennis Stars

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: British Tennis Stars
Beth 29th Jun 2022 Activities Co Ordinator

Wimbledon Tennis Quiz

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Wimbledon Tennis Quiz
Honorine 27th Jun 2022 Activities Coordinator

Seaside Bingo

This is the most amazing resource of activities. There is always something to do when you check golden carer. Our residents are more than happy with the range of activities we offer daily. Big thanks
Natalie 25th Jun 2022 Activities Director/CTRS

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Reveal the Picture
Julianne 25th Jun 2022 Activities Officer

Find the Hidden Objects - Paris

Residents can't come out of there at the moment and this have been a good help to stop there boredom.
I'm making up Activity books of a mixture of all your activities, that I feel Residents would enjoy.
Thanks
Sally 24th Jun 2022 Activities Coordinator

Portable Activity Ideas to Reach Every Resident, Everyday

I would love to set up activity carts in the home. Can anyone recommend a good cart to purchase for this or can you show me examples of what you use in your homes. I was thinking about using a 3 tiered one but not sure how sturdy they would be. Thank you
Karen 24th Jun 2022

Man Cave Word Search

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Man Cave Word Search
Jo 23rd Jun 2022 C2mb2rc2

Arm Chair Travel with YouTube

What activity did you have?
Kind regards
Nicole 23rd Jun 2022 Lifestyle Facilitator

AFL Tipping 2022

Just noticed on round 16 Carlton are listed as playing twice ?
Kerry 23rd Jun 2022 Lifestyle Team Leader

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Who am l
Georgina 21st Jun 2022 Program Manager

20 Fabulous Day Trip Destinations for Seniors

Great ideas, I would love to implement the visit to the animal shelter.
many thanks
Anna 20th Jun 2022 Trainee Manager

Friendship Bingo

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Friendship Bingo
Jayne 19th Jun 2022 Student

Armchair Travel to England

About to Hold my First Armchair Travel to England. Thanks for all of the information and pictures.
kelly 18th Jun 2022 senior manager

Picnic Bingo

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Pinic Bingo
Jill 18th Jun 2022 Director,Life Enhancement

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Looking for a Father's Day Trivia
Anna 16th Jun 2022 Trainee Manager

St. George's Day Bingo

Love this!
Rosita 16th Jun 2022 Activities Assistant

Sandwich Day Quiz

The residents in the nursing home where I work really enjoy the different quiz which is presented to them each day. I thank you for some really notable ones and my residents are always ready for even more.
Aegis 16th Jun 2022

AFL Tipping 2022

Thank you so much!
Judy 16th Jun 2022 Lifestyle Director

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Donuts for dads
Newstone 16th Jun 2022 Activities

Alcohol of the World Matching Quiz

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Alcohol of the world
Janelle 15th Jun 2022 Therapeutic Recreation

Guess the Landmark

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Guess the Landmark
15th Jun 2022

AFL Tipping 2022

Hi, when will rounds 16 and onwards be available?
Anna 15th Jun 2022 Trainee Manager

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Chocolate wordsearch
Marilyn 14th Jun 2022 Activity Director

The Letter J Quiz #3

i Really enjoy this game, and so does my Residnts
Sandy 14th Jun 2022 Founder/Executive Director

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Baseball
Anna 14th Jun 2022 Trainee Manager

Beer Bingo

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Beer Bingo
Stretton Park 14th Jun 2022 Diversional Therapist

Bits & Pieces Matching Game

the activities provided have been great to make up Quiz packs for residents to do over the weekends or when unable to get out ...its saved their sanity THANKS
Beachside 14th Jun 2022 Occupational Therapist

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: June 14th this day in history
Diane 14th Jun 2022 Lifestyle Coordinator

Sunflowers Poster Group Activity

The residents loved doing this in our Art/Craft Club & it is proudly put up in the foyer for residents & family members to admire. Thank you for all the great ideas.
The Herons 14th Jun 2022

10 Sensory Activities for Men

Some of our gentlemen enjoyed getting spanners and wrenches shiney again with Autosol metal polish which has a distinctive smell.
Donna 14th Jun 2022 Nurse

Scottish Football Grounds Matching Quiz

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Scottish Football teams and grounds
Donna 14th Jun 2022 Nurse

Scottish Words Crossword

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Scottish words crossword
Nemia 13th Jun 2022 Diversional Therapist

July in History Presentation

Thank you so much ! Awesome activity for the month of July .
Beth 12th Jun 2022 Activities Co Ordinator

Black Beauty

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Black Beauty
Sue 12th Jun 2022 Therapy Assistant

Bits & Pieces Matching Game

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Bits & Pieces
Donna 11th Jun 2022 Therapeutic Recreation Director

July in History Presentation

Great program!
Tammy 10th Jun 2022 Activity Assistant

Fishing Bingo

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Fishing Bingo
Janelle 10th Jun 2022 Therapeutic Recreation

What Am I? Image Reveal

THANK YOU!!
Anna 9th Jun 2022 Trainee Manager

Ice Cream Bingo

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Bingo
Linda 9th Jun 2022 Activities Coordinator

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: July 4th bingo
Linda 9th Jun 2022 Activities Coordinator

Father's Day Bingo

A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Father's day bingo
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