Here is a simple quilting activity for those with limited abilities.
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Save DownloadI would like to share this sctivity I call “Back to the Future”. This has proven to be a great multifunctional activity, enjoyed and well participated by all my clients.
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Save DownloadIn this game we will be brainstorming places around the world using the last letter of the place we have chosen.
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Save DownloadThis is how we roll!! Individual, self contained dice are doing the job where Covid restrictions abound. The lid is taped on. One dice for every participant.
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Save DownloadPlace pictures with trivia around the building. Participants each get a Trivia sheet to complete. The answers to the trivia is on one of the pictures that you placed around the building.
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Save DownloadQueen Elizabeth II has met most of the US Presidents elected during her reign. There have been 15 US Presidents and Her Majesty has met 13 of them. Can you identify which President she is pictured with in the following slides?
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SaveOne person starts off with a sentence to a story. Have each resident continue to tell the sory with 1 sentence.
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Save DownloadI created this find a word for my residents as part of word game activities for celebrating Australia Day.
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Save DownloadCelebrate Australia Day by completing this crossword! How well do you know Australia?
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Save DownloadFelt Christmas Ornaments
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Save DownloadWe set up our activity room with china tea cups and saucers, a plate of biscuits and a scorecard with the names of 5 types of tea.
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Save DownloadFor the three Wednesday afternoons leading up to Christmas, the wellness staff will be going up & down the halls playing holiday music to each room and offer a treat associatd with the holidays to our residents. The three that we will be offering are sugar plums, roasted chestnuts and a slice of fruitcake.
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Save DownloadGuess the correct name of these everyday items.
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SaveHere is a fun Christmas crossword to enjoy!
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Save DownloadHere's a fun quiz all about well-known Christmas carols!
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Save DownloadTwo poems to warm your heart!
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Save DownloadFind as many words as you can from the words provided.
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Save DownloadThis activity is an activity to help stimulate the brain. The photos included are every day items magnified in appearance.
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SaveSanta's Beard is a great starter for December! Each day you add a cotton wool ball and Santa's beard will grow.
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Save DownloadHere are some cute Christmas poems to share
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Save DownloadBeautiful diy light bottles that residents can decorate!
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Save DownloadTest your knowledge of well-known pantomimes!
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Save DownloadReminisce with Paul's Jukebox
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Save DownloadLet's Go Cloud Gazing!
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SaveHere is another Christmas quiz to enjoy!
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Save DownloadDo you like poetry - Here' s a nice Christmas Classic - A VISIT FROM ST. NICHOLAS.
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Save DownloadMy residents loved this activity, It was a great way to get them all thinking of what they are thankful for, even during the toughest of times! Plus, the tree looks beautiful in our facility for fall!
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Save DownloadHere is a singalong inspired word search to share!
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Save DownloadHang these lovelydecorative fish crafts in your recreation area!
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Save DownloadHere is a wordsearch to enjoy on ANZAC Day
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Save DownloadThinking of giving your residents who enjoying art a different project to complete this Christmas?? Well, try out the one attached!
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Save DownloadI have made these around poppy day for years now and residents love making them each year, it combines arts "n" crafts with a meaningful activity. They look really effective when on a wall.
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Save DownloadAn easy word find puzzle that residents will enjoy solving at Christmas.
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Save DownloadWith the Melbourne Cup round the corner, I am sure it will be an exciting 'Word Find' for residents to 'Find the Style of their Hat' they are looking for to wear to the races !!
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Save DownloadWith the Melbourne Cup round the corner, I am sure it will be an exciting 'Word Find' for residents to 'Find the Colour of their Hat' they are looking for to wear to the races !!
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Save DownloadWe decorated the campus with cardboard life like animals. When they found an animal, we shared info about the animal. They loved it!
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Save DownloadHere are two lockdown poems to share.
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Save DownloadSome more funny short stories to share!
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Save DownloadI have put together a series of optical illusions to be used on ZOOM. Our clients really enjoyed seeing things from a different perspective! Enjoy :)
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SaveChristmas will soon be here! Christmas 2020 will surely be very, very different for us all. I'd like to share my Christmas Poem 2020 with you.
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Save DownloadThis pictorial quiz of guessing the names of popular Christmas Carols is a fun game and reminiscing activity!
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Save DownloadThe best saying in Welsh has to be cwtch. It means to cuddle/hug but has much more affectionate connotations and loving undertones when you cwtch a loved one.
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Save DownloadThis archive provides access to a selection of content from the BBC Archives, designed to support reminiscence therapy.
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Save DownloadA British mammals themed word search. Forward and backward words only
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Save DownloadBond - James Bond
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Save DownloadHere are 2 genle exercise routines to enjoy with residents.
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Save DownloadFinish these song titles from yesteryear!
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Save DownloadI make this game using Power Point. Hope you can find some use for it as well. Good luck and God bless!
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Save DownloadThis is a daily devotion service you can offer your residents. I do mine daily M-F and it takes only 5-10 minutes.
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Save DownloadAll the answers to this quiz start with BAL or CAR.
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Save DownloadRearrange letters to make another word
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Save DownloadA powerpoint presentation including many of our favorite television programs of the past. Useful for ZOOM programming; share your screen with your clients and have them guess the name of the tv show.
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SaveVery popular with my golfers for putting! Super simple activity, my clients loved decorating the box and then using it for putting practice!
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Save DownloadThis activity was enjoyed by our residents, and bought back memories of going to the beach. It can get a bit messy but the end result is fantastic. It is a two sessioned activity.
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Save DownloadThe answer to each of the following questions sound the same as a single letter of the alphabet. For example: A flying insect = B (bee). Lots of fun!
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Save DownloadLovely and easy do-it-yourself terracotta / clay pot wind chimes!
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Save DownloadI make a welcome banners every morning to receive all our customers attending our program. I also make them banners for birthdays and all other events, and welcome banners for guests with their group names. These are all shown on an overhead projector that is connected to a computer (we have great IT).
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Save DownloadI found YouTube videos for 16 folk songs. For each song I found a piano version, without the words, that can be listened to and the residents can try to guess what the name of the song is. Once they name the song there is another video that is the same song with the lyrics for the residents to sing along with.
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Save Download3 minute exercise for feet (ankles) and hands (wrists, palms to the front)
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Save DownloadIt's surprising what you can do when there's a story to the song. You can sing this little song or you can recite it.
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Save DownloadHere are 3 cricket themed word searched to enjoy!
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Save DownloadA medium difficulty with backwards, vertical and horizontal words.
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Save DownloadI got this idea from my 2nd grader's after school program. I created a sheet to go along with the cards with instructions on how to play some single player games. Enjoy
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Save DownloadAdd a positive word to the Gradtitde Jar that starts with first letter of your name
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Save DownloadSong - "I Remember it well " sung by Maurice Chevalier and Hermione Gingold.
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Save DownloadThe next installment in our funny short stories series! Thank you Gwyneth!
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Save DownloadA fun A-Z Quiz to enjoy!
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Save DownloadI have penned these few lines just being grateful for basic things in life like family, food, clothing and a roof over our heads! As World Gratidude Day is fast approaching, please feel free to share this few lines with one and all. Thank you !
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Save DownloadI compiled a list of classic cars and made a guessing game out of them. If you put them in a binder it can be used over and over again as there are so many of them.
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Save DownloadThis is a Medium difficulty word search with plenty of words associated with the (mainly) British isles. it only has vertical and horizontal words.
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Save DownloadHi all - I'd just like to share this activity. An adaption of the ever popular game of Bingo. I find it a great intergenerational game, also very popular with Dementia and complex Clients due to the simple visual nature of the game.
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Save DownloadA hats themed word search!
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Save DownloadCreate a board that shows the location of your care home and where residents and staff come from. On individual arrows put the country of origin and how many kilometres they are from their birth place to where they now live.
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Save DownloadHere is a wedding anniversaries themed word search!
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Save DownloadFinish these song titles!
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Save DownloadWe had so much fun learning the dance "Tiny Bubbles", and decorating for our Luau!
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Save DownloadThe answers to these riddles are all parts of our bodies!
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Save DownloadDraw a line to match each riddle to the tree it describes!
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Save DownloadWelcome autumn with this cute apple decor craft!
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Save DownloadThe things you can cook in a pie maker with your residents!
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Save DownloadThis is a quiz, conversation and reminiscing activity all in one.
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Save DownloadA is for Apple, and B is for Boat, that used to be right, but now it won' float.
Age before Beauty is what we once said. But let's be a bit more realistic instead.
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Save DownloadHow do you feel today? Let's go through the alphabet to find out!
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Save DownloadPick the one that doesn't belong in each question!
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Save DownloadHere is an interesting presentation about Collins Street’s Famous Falcon in Melbourne, Australia.
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SaveI ordered he truck from Amazon and I worked with Our Plant Operations Director to put it on a electric scooter.
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Save DownloadDaffodil Day activity (hospital level). We cut our giant daffodil from light weight card.
Pipe cleaners were used for stamens.
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Save DownloadI was inspired by the "Travel Scavenger Hunt" idea and just put this together. I'm going to add this to my activity packets and maybe change it up and use it again later. :)
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SaveSo I am the queen of recycling and the staff at my facility all leave me things to see if I can use them for our residents.
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Save DownloadMatinee at tWe arranged a 2pm time for our residents to watch an Opera. It was a social event that was enjoyed not just by our fully cognitive residents but also by our dementia residents.
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Save DownloadWith Father's Day fast approaching, I thought the attached Poem would be apt to share with all of you. Hoping you are able to use the same.
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Save DownloadUse the clues provided to guess the type of cake alluded to!
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Save DownloadSee if you can finish these proverbs!
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Save DownloadThese are original scenarios I made up. My residents love a good discussion!
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Save DownloadAll the answers to this quiz are boys names!
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Save DownloadAll the answers to this quiz are names for girls!
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Save DownloadA butterfly themed word search to enjoy!
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Save DownloadLearn all about the magical world of butterflies!
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Save DownloadThis is a happy song , it will really get you going, hands clapping, feet tapping, anything you like, our clients really love it, and so do I. You are never too old to have fun. Have a go. ENJOY!
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Save DownloadWhereabouts in the world would you find the following famous landmarks?
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Save DownloadHave fun with this quiz all about BIRDS!
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Save DownloadThis quiz can be extended into a good old fashioned sing-a-long! Have fun!
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Save DownloadHere is a funny Senior Citizens version of Are You Lonesome Tongiht - with apologies to Elvis Presley!
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Save DownloadThis is a a lovely little song - it will really send you down Memory Lane to when some of us were young Mams and Dads - it is called 20 Tiny Fingers.
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Save DownloadComplete these well-known proverbs!
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Save DownloadAdd the surname to the following Christian names using the clue provided.
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Save DownloadTry your luck with this Pot Luck Quiz!
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Save DownloadHave fun with this split pairs quiz!
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Save DownloadWhat do the three things in each line have in common?
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Save DownloadEnjoy the attached PowerPoint: History of Cowboys including a Quiz and Cowboy Code. Have fun with the Cowboy Wordsearch & Jokes!
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SaveI recently tried paper quilling with my residents and they really enjoyed it!
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Save DownloadThis was a very sucessful activity! So much fun and great for residents that don't want to join in with group activities and also ones that are in bed, just attach the picture to a clip board and help/guide them with placing the stickers.
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Save DownloadHere is a really enjoyable singalong that incorporates some gentle exercises.
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Save DownloadHere is an easy peasy activity that everyone can participate in -- hand colored bookmarks!
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Save DownloadNoughts & Crosses This is such a great game its quick, fun, using fine motor skills, mental stimulation, can be used one on one or as I have made 3 we can have 6 residents socially interacting with each other.
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Save DownloadSome cute Christmas jokes to share! Thanks for sharing Gwyneth!
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Save DownloadA cowboy themed wordsearch to enjoy!
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Save DownloadA chocolate themed word search!
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Save DownloadEvery week I put together a Powerpoint of birthdays. These September birthdays are this week (week beg 16 Sept). I give them clues and the initials and before reveal the famous birthday, let them guess!
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SaveThis game can be played as a pen and paper game individually, or in pairs, or as a group activity on a black board/white board. The answsers to the following clues can all be found in the letters of HALLOWEEN.
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Save DownloadA pyramids themed word finder!
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Save DownloadWe alternated bird and humming bird feeders and within a day or two the birds were just having a feast. What a great pleasant distraction for our clients.
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Save DownloadSitting in a comfortable chair, sing, exercise, whistle, smile, use scarves, or anything your body feels like doing to the music of Tulips from Amsterdam.
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Save DownloadWe are currently working on a We Are Connected project. Each client fills in a puzzle piece and then we piece together our puzzle.
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Save DownloadEnjoy this body and health themed quiz!
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Save DownloadI'm always trying to find relatable activities for our residents that have Alzhiemers. A deck of cards can go a long ways in creating some successful activities for both the men and women.
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Save DownloadLouis Armstrong and Others Sing Along - Instrumental and Song
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Save DownloadDes O Connor has a lovely happy smiling face, our clients love this song, his singing is happy and infectious and by the end of the song everyone is smiling and happy, that's a wonderful feeling.
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Save DownloadTwiddle Muff Sleeve used for Non Pharmacological Intervention
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Save DownloadFun Fact sheet for World Chocolate Day.
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Save DownloadCHILDRENS THOUGHTS (you don't know what they are going to say next)
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Save DownloadI have used this activity with long term care residents and memory care residents. Very Simple!
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Save DownloadGuess the following movie titles where all the missing words are colours. Can be read out loud or written on a white board. Give clues when necessary.
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Save DownloadStimulate the mind and memories through music. For each song there is an instrumental versión and then the sung versión.
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Save DownloadSummertime bingo with 16 cards, calling cards start on page 17. Enjoy!
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Save DownloadHere is a simple word game to enjoy with a small group of residents.
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Save DownloadLAUGHTER - You don't stop laughing because you grow old. You grow old because you stop laughing (Michael Pritchard).
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Save DownloadI have put together a quick Royal Quiz for us to use on the Queen's offical birthday on 13th of June.
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Save DownloadUsing visuals to prompt memory and experience the world around us makes for a stimulating interactive activity.
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SaveThis game can be played individually, or in pairs as a pen and paper game, or as a group activity on a board.
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Save DownloadMount Everest was first successfully climbed on 29th May 1953. Remember this special anniversary with a wide-ranging and comprehensive activity pack. Just pick and choose what you want to use.
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Save DownloadEnjoy some mind-bending fun with these optical illusions!
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Save DownloadA delicious sensory experience for seniors!
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Save DownloadI play this funny song on the piano to our clients to the tune of Bye Bye Blackbird. You can also listen on YouTube.
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Save DownloadA feast of fun! A food themed quiz to enjoy!
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Save DownloadHave fun with this 'air' themed quiz!
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Save DownloadQuick answers required!
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Save DownloadAs a 1:1 activity, I visit each resident and we make a paper quilt square. We attach them all together and eventually when we have restrictions lifted, we can all enjoy the "quilt" we made together. I call it the "We are in this Together Quilt".
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Save DownloadCan you guess the company names represented by these logos?
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Save DownloadI think we all need a bit of love at the moment - Calendar Girl will give us that! Join in and sing the Chorus, let your bodies do the talking-if you hands want to clap, clap them, if your toes want to tap, tap them, if your arms want to sway, sway them - ENJOY YOURSELVES.
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Save DownloadThis is a front and back quiz that includes the answers on the sidebar.
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Save DownloadThese are really pretty and make a nice keepsake!
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Save DownloadHere are 3 sets of reminiscing questions for discussion focusing on: the family doctor, school days and getting older.
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Save DownloadHANDS KNEES AND BOOMPS-A-DAISY - A VERY OLD FUN DANCE
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Save DownloadSometimes we forget about the face, here are 4 short exercises.
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Save DownloadWe made this pinata for the upcoming Mexican fiesta and it turned out to be a great fun which kept all the clients engaged and motivated. This is something they they can use as a gift for their grandkids!
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Save DownloadI downloaded instrumental versions of each song from YouTube to play in leu of calling cards. I use an iPad to play the songs for the residents and use the shuffle feature to start each new game. If you're unable to actually play each song, I included calling cards.
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Save DownloadGilly Gilly Ossenfeffer Katzenellen Bogen by the Sea. Our clients love this song at the Day Care Centre, because they can join in by singing the words wih Max Bygraves.
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Save DownloadI made my own dominoes game. I laminated it, bagged it up and sent it out in my activities packs.
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Save DownloadWhat happened when the dentist and manicurist had an argument? They fought tooth and nail.
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Save DownloadMarch by lifting heels only off the floor up and down alternatively. Enjoy and have fun!
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Save DownloadThis may seem hard, but do it slowly and you will soon learn it, and when you feel confident you will be able to do these steps and DANCE THE MACARENA!
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Save DownloadI copied 90 - 4”x5” bingo cards (we have 90 units here), keep that as a master copy, copy a second batch then tape their paper copy to their door...
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Save DownloadHands on shoulders, head, and up in the air, hands on head, shoulders and down...
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Save DownloadHere is a relaxing chair exercise for hands, arms, wrists and fingers.
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Save DownloadThe March can be done by either first lifting up and down the RIGHT LEG and then the LEFT LEG or lifting up and down the RIGHT HEEL and then the LEFT HEEL which ever is the easiest then adding the arms.
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Save DownloadSome more funny short stories to share!
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Save DownloadThis one would be a nice one for Fathers Day!
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Save DownloadHere is a quiz to celebrate St. George's Day!
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Save DownloadThis poem was given to me by one of the old ladies at the Day Centre where I volunteered.They often brought things in for me to read out to everybody.
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Save DownloadGood morning, welcome to our exercise class with a difference, we are going to use our imagination and climb a mountain, but first we have to do a few exercises.
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Save DownloadA beautiful poem to share on ANZAC Day.
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Save DownloadGet residents and staff involved in doing a fashion show and have some fun!
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Save DownloadI've created a brief scavenger hunt for the residents to complete on their own (between being in their rooms and meal times). I've created a brief scavenger hunt for the residents to complete on their own (between being in their rooms and meal times).
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SaveHere are some stories of interactions I had soon after arriving in Australia.
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Save DownloadBird watching is an easy in-room activity! I created a 2-page Publisher document with names and pictures of birds (and other creatures) to look for outside. You can easily adapt to your community by adding your community's name, and birds that are common around your part of the world.
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SaveThe Brown family were robbed a fortnight ago and the stolen goods have just been located by the local police. Use the clues to work out who each of the following items should be returned to.
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Save DownloadI work in a Care Home that has been closed to non-essential staff for 3 weeks. One person is now trying to meet the social inclusion needs of 36 residents, and doing a great job. While we cannot go into the home, each of us is supporting the home in whatever way we can - and there are lots of ways.
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Save DownloadFollowing the coronavirus lockdown in the UK, people have been creating rainbows for their windows to cheer up passers by and to convey a message of solidarity.
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Save DownloadI have put together a Guess the Famous Person but with an added twist! Hope you enjoy this activity and that you are all keeping safe.
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SaveThe English language contains a number of words which when written in reverse or turned about spell another word, e.g. NOW reversed spells WON. This word game can be played individually, in pairs, or as a group actvity on the board.
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Save DownloadTake a seasonal word and have everyone print it in a column down the left side of the paper. Then have them print the same word in reverse order on the right side of the paper. See how many words they can think of which begin and end with the letters thus provided!
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Save DownloadPoems about life and aging to share
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Save DownloadWe are all shut in, wondering what to do next, although it is a long time to Christmas in July, or Christmas in December! This is a competitive and mentally stimulating game for groups or individuals.
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Save DownloadThe infographic provides activity suggestions for using music with older adults for the purpose of: cognitive stimulation, reminiscence, socialization, maintaining / strengthening relationships, exercise, emotional health, and quality of life.
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Save DownloadI'd like to share a poem I wrote for Anzac Day -- Kerry Towler
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Save DownloadAs I'm sure many of you are also experiencing, residents are now stuck in their rooms and we also have to maintain a 2mtr distance. This makes providing activities very difficult. I made this hand out and gave it to every resident as all the things listed don't require someone to sit with them.
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SaveDue to the current situation the Grand National in UK has been cancelled. We normally have a sweep stake amongst the residents, so have devised a game that I can take around instead.
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Save DownloadLooking at nature is calming. Spring is coming so there is a lot to see.
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Save DownloadHere is a short easy exercise routine to enjoy together!
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Save DownloadThis is a song on CD sung by the legendary Max Bygraves about the Pink tooth brush and the Blue tooth brush. It can also bye turned into a comedy by two volunteers or two patients acting the parts of the two tooth brushes.
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Save DownloadPowerpoint and printable quiz about Oceans and fish!
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SaveHere are some funny short stories and jokes to share!
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Save DownloadA printable quiz or powerpoint presentation for Easter!
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SaveHelp resident to write a message to their family then take a picture of them holding said message. Template can then be emailed with picture to family so that they can do the same back.
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SaveSt. David's Day is the 1st March but I thought this one would put a smile on many faces, we all need one the way things are going at the moment. Take care everyone.
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Save DownloadMotivational one-to-one quotes to share
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SaveHere are some clues - please read them out slowly to clients: or you can chalk them up on the board:
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Save DownloadMake your own gorgeous Spring Bunny topiaries!
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Save DownloadQuestions to arouse conversation!
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Save DownloadThe answers to these riddles are all names of body parts!
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Save DownloadThis is a dice game played in Teams, however in small groups it can be played individually or in pairs.
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Save DownloadWe borrowed a skeleton from a chiropractor and split members into two teams. We wrote out the names of the bones in the body twice and gave each team a copy. We then pointed to a bone on the skeleton and asked each team to stick an answer on the team member of what the bone was called .Good fun!
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Save DownloadThe weather is talked about more than any other topic! Trying to predict the weather has long been a pastime combining scientific fact and superstition.
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Save DownloadDraw a Beetle - a fun group dice game!
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Save DownloadA transport themed word finder
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Save DownloadA sewing materials themed word search!
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Save DownloadA swimming themed word search
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Save DownloadAn Adelaide Fringe Festival themed word search
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Save DownloadAn AFL themed words search!
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Save DownloadI have chosen 9 animals which I think my group members will recognise. I hope it sparks discussion about visits to the Zoo or farms.
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Save DownloadI have set this up for the unit that I work in and our CEO loves it so much she wants me to set one up for each of the units over different sites. Customize them to suit you. Look forward to seeing what you all do.
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Save DownloadFind the occupations in this word search!
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Save DownloadAn activity for Valentine's. Fill in and discuss the love hearts.
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Save DownloadHeart cushions made with felt and cushion stuffing.
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Save DownloadHere is a word search to celebrate leap years!
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Save DownloadHere's another nursery rhyme quiz!
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Save DownloadWith World Book Day happening on 5 March, I thought it would be nice to do a book quiz. We are arranging for a group of children from a primary school to come in and talk about their favourite book and encourage our residents to talk about their favourite childhood books as well!
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Save DownloadWith Pancake Day on 25 February, I thought it would be nice to do a quiz about food and encourage residents to talk about their memories of pancake day, past and present!
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Save DownloadI divide the room into two teams the residents choose the team name and captains and present the winning team with a trophy
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Save DownloadDraw a line to match the Books with their Authors!
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Save DownloadI am a volunteer at a senior's day program and I put this together in my own time. The group loved the activity!
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SaveI have started this project with some of my residents. We asked for donations of plastic grocery bags and have some residents make the plarn (plastic yarn). Some residents can only flatten out the bags and make them ready for cutting up.
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Save DownloadIn the UK it was World Nursery Rhyme Week from the 19th – 23rd November, so I put together a Nursery Rhyme Quiz.
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Save DownloadTake take it in turns for each resident to have a go at shooting at the cans with nerf guns and take note of the scores, providing the winner with a prize. It is a bit of harmless fun, our residents really enjoyed this activity and it was a good way to spend a rainy day indoors.
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Save DownloadWho can get enough of Elvis! Here is a fun word search to enjoy.
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Save DownloadStage Names! I thought it would make a fun game to guess who the famous person is by their “Stage Name” - a name assumed for professional purposes by an actor or other performer. Hope you enjoy the game!
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SaveHere is a knitting-themed word search to enjoy!
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Save DownloadHave each participating resident team select one envelope from the basket Instruct each to find their card. Once found have them return to pick a new card. The resident who finds the most cards in the allotted time wins
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Save DownloadOrange Volcano sidents I work with all have a diagnosis of dementia, but at many different stages. This creates a challenge for getting group activities going.
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Save DownloadBased on Sara's Sightseeing Bingo! Contains 28 scavenger cards. Resident to find the most cards in the allotted time wins.
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Save DownloadThis modified Hedbanz game gets them up moving and interacting with each other instead of sitting at a table.
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Save DownloadGreat activity to work on balance, hand eye coordination, fine motor skills.
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Save DownloadThis was a huge hit and was so rewarding for these ladies to see the end result!
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Save DownloadWe like to have our residents work together, it's fun to talk and laugh and have a cup of tea or coffee, along with eating some chocolate kisses so get enough!
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Save DownloadColourful decorations to brighten residents' own rooms.
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Save DownloadOne day a week we have a themed afternoon in the Nursing Home. One session that was very successful was an afternoon based around Chocolate - who doesn't love chocolate!
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Save DownloadI couldn't find a music bingo for seniors so I made one myself! My residents really love music activities and we do "Name that Tune" a lot. From those songs, I chose popular songs that my residents really enjoyed, sang along to, or had memories of.
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Save DownloadWe held a vow renewal week for a couple. The couple was thrilled. Everyone had a great time.
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Save DownloadEasy-peasy cannoli dip recipe that is absolutely delicious!
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Save DownloadUsing Christmas colouring templates (or templates from another occasion), colour, collage, decorate as you wish. Laminate and Use to decorate trays, or tables during mealtimes.
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Save DownloadI used this activity for Halloween. But it could easily be adapted for Easter Egg Hunts; Leprechaun Hunts etc.
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SaveClients are given a paper with pictures of logos with it's name on the opposite side. Clients should match the logo to it's name.
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Save DownloadHere is a fun activity to celebrate the Melbourne Cup - a Left / Right Pass the Parcel Game!
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Save DownloadThere are a number of Quirky Quizzes attached. Some of the residents groan when the answers are given but they are a lot of fun!
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Save DownloadHi all, I'd love to share this physical activity I have created and use on a regular basis: seated O's & X's. (Also known as Naughts & Crosses, Tic-Tac-Toe or 3-in-a-row).
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Save DownloadThis is a great multisensory activity that you can involve everyone in - with touch and smell and visually beautiful arrangements.
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Save DownloadBefore beginning, I do a short talk about the many benefits of meditation, (improved memory, better sleep, less anxiousness etc) to reinforce their willingness to attend. Keep to a slow pace, watch the tone of your voice, keep it happy and light and give your group time to absorb each sentence you say. Enjoy.
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Save Download1 October is International Day of Older Person’s so I have put together some slides with 10 tips to ageing better which I go through with my group and it encourages conversation! I always end with a quote or thought for the day and this one is from Winnie the Pooh!
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SaveWe tried this out yesterday at our Memory Club and is was great fun!
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Save DownloadWelcome residents and issue them with their boarding tickets. Hand out garlands and hats. Invite them to have their photo taken! Have afternoon tea, enjoy an around the world quiz and play deck games.
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Save DownloadThis is really good fun and we were all amazed, it really is magic! Just 3 ingredients.
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Save DownloadThere are many games where a tennis ball is thrown. To keep from having someone run the ball down, I attach a long length of elastic to the ball, tie it VERY tightly around the middle and add 2-3 knots.
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Save DownloadI work in a 32 bed memory support unit. The residents all have cognitive impairment but most love this game. This is a great game for people of all abilities.
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Save DownloadUsing Coles Mini Shops (Australia) from Coles we have created our very own version of the price is right!
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Save DownloadTo make word guessing easier for dementia residents, I assign a number to each blank letter in the answer using numbers 1-6. The player rolls a die and I fill in all the blanks with that number.
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Save DownloadThis activity is great for people to do a hands-on garden project that does not take a lot of time.
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Save DownloadI wanted to share an activity that I did this morning with my dementia residents. I developed about 60 pictures that I have taken over the last 2 months. We all sat in a circle and I handed them a photo and they tried to recognize themselves or a person in the group.
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Save DownloadBaking themed picture bingo game. When a resident calls bingo I ask them what their favorite thing to bake is (or favorite baked treat to eat) before I give them a prize. Great way to reminisce while playing a game. Enjoy!
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Save DownloadBird themed picture bingo game. We have a bird-watching club and I thought this was a good addition to incorporate into our bird-related activities. When a resident calls "bingo!" I ask them to read the birds that make up their bingo out loud, then ask what bird is their favorite before giving out their prize. Enjoy!
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Save DownloadDog themed picture bingo game. Great for the residents that are dog lovers! I like to plan it when I know we have therapy dogs visiting as our next activity. So when we finish and real dogs show up, they love it! Enjoy!
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Save DownloadBeautiful sun catchers made with marbles! Mine has been hanging in the Georgia sun for over a year and the glue has not melted.
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Save DownloadThis activity is excellent for reminiscing and it is suitable for residents with Dementia and Alzheimer's where the long term memory is preserved. It is most suitable for one-to-one sessions but it can be done as a group activity as well if the residents can fill the document by themselves or if you have support from volunteers.
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Save DownloadAllow yourself to feel as comfortable as possible for a really wonderful relaxation is about to begin. Relaxing is our intent today. Just a small time relaxing can be very beneficial. This is the time you gift yourself for just caring about your inner wellness which glows from within.
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Save DownloadResidents love to reminisce about their days baking for their families and I've found a lot used to make fudge and love this simple recipe! They request we make it every couple weeks.
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Save DownloadTwo beautiful poems for school days reminiscing. One from the point of view of a parent sending her son off to school for the first time; the other from the point of view of his teacher.
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Save DownloadEach resident gets a bag of 40 beans to bid on the items they want. The items up for bid can come from the dollar store, or staff can donate items. Our residents love this activity!
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Save DownloadWe have celebrated this wonderful event by making paper darts or planes to represent moon rockets as attached and launching each residents’ dart in turn at a symbol on the floor, a few feet away, to represent the moon.
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Save DownloadI've provided a list of (basic) careers. Without saying the career, describe the role to residents and have them guess who you are!
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Save DownloadAll About Summer in America Quiz!
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Save DownloadFor those caring for seniors with dementia, successful interventions are centered on reminiscence and the person. What happens when we give the person the chance to explore an environment that feels familiar to them? Dementia villages are aiming to do just that.
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Save DownloadEvery year we have members of a local grade 6 class come and participate in activities with our seniors at our day program. We decided to do an interactive minute to win it games with the kids and the clients. This program was a hit!!
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Save DownloadA great game to get to know you residents, and see what you have in common! Similar to penny ante... see what other questions you can come up with!
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Save DownloadThe residents loved the remembering Judy Garland powerpoint presentation and asked if there was one on Shirley Temple. I made one and thought I would submit it as these create great discussion and reminiscing.
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SaveA fun numbers quiz for seniors! I have always had great success with numbers in my experiences.
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Save DownloadWhat I personally love about this game, is that everyone knows about money, they love looking at it and counting it!
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Save DownloadChoose positive, pleasant, interesting articles. Residents that have dementia or limited reading skills will enjoy reading them.
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Save DownloadThis is an Activity that has been very popular with all my Clients. It is a simple but very effective Word Association game, I call, Build a Word Tree!
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Save DownloadWe 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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Save DownloadI have recently joined Golden Carers and wanted to start by giving something back. Here are some limericks that I wrote this morning, I hope that they might be of use to some. Thank you for all your great ideas and inspiration.
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Save DownloadTo commemorate the anniversary of the historic attack on German-occupied Europe.
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Save DownloadI have put together a Powerpoint of slides about Judy Garland which I am going to show my group next week. It has a bit about her life, some interesting facts and one of her quotes.
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SaveWhen we have a new Client attend our Day Respite Centre I use the Eco Map idea as a great way to gather useful information specific to the Client. This activity is very useful for our Clients living with Dementia or have STML.
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Save DownloadHere is a word Search using summertime words!
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Save DownloadIt was D-Day on 6 June 1944 - I have put a presentation together and included some 'human' stories - as it happened 75 years ago. I have included some slides that look at how times have changed - shopping, how we communicate etc.
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SaveCollect several types of head-dress: straw boater, police helmet, crown, sailor/pirate etc.
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Save DownloadWrite up acronyms on the board and ask whether residents know what they stand for. To give this a humorous twist, help and encourage residents to make up other things the initial letters can stand for, such as: MYOB - Mary Yells Out "Bingo"!
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Save DownloadThis is on Powerpoint slides and I am going to do it as a 'shout out the answer' activity with my group. It is catchphrases from famous UK comedians, actors, gameshows etc. from 'yesteryear'.
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SaveI have put together a Powerpoint Film Quiz. I ask people to shout out the answer before I display it.
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SaveThis meditation about Autumn and "change" assists the elderly to cope with the changes that are inevitable.
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Save DownloadWhen looking for something to talk about for Cultural Diversity day I came upon Ann Morgan. It inspired me to look at different customs and rituals from around the world and give a talk to my residents about it.
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Save DownloadThis is a Powerpoint Quiz and the answers are not always straightforward - they have a twist to them!<
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SaveThey love the exercises and can't wait for me to get there. I highly recommend this for any of your seniors that are able to move in a chair.
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Save DownloadUnscramble the following dance styles!
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Save DownloadScrambled Springtime is a puzzle which could be used individually or within group settings.
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Save DownloadI came across this lovely poem which is about missing someone and how time passes. I asked one of my volunteers to read out to the group.
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Save DownloadI put together a Powerpoint quiz with all answers beginning with the letter "M". I do it as a "shout out" quiz, rather than writing answers down, but up to you how you play the quiz!
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SaveChoose 10 famous faces from the past (40's 50's 60's) from the following genres and let residents have fun guessing who's who and reminisce the old days!
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Save DownloadA fun quiz for seniors that leads to discussion and reminiscing!
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Save DownloadDid you know in the UK on 21 April it is National Tea Day? I am doing a session next week with my group and have put together a couple of poems about tea and also a Thought for the Day!
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Save DownloadPrints can be used to cover bulletin boards in rooms or cut to make greeting cards.
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Save DownloadPlay as normal bingo, except that you shuffle the picture cards and turn over to call out.
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Save DownloadI heard this on the radio recently and thought I would adapt it for my group. You are the quiz master and you tell the group that they have to guess the name of the famous person you have written on your card.
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Save DownloadWe have a portable turntable and lots of records from back in the day, so I got a group of residents together for the afternoon. I gave them the choice of what they wanted to listen to but also chose a few to see if they could guess who was singing or what the song was called.
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Save DownloadOur people loved them, they had fun making them! A bit messy but worth it! So simple.
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Save DownloadThis Roll the Dice Draw and Colour Activity pairs art with numbers to create a fun and creative game that everybody will love.
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Save DownloadWe learned this brief activity from the exercises of our wonderful drama therapist Danielle.
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Save DownloadDIY Sugar Scrub! Naturally removes dead skin and leaves skin soft and glowing.
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Save DownloadI have put together a list of famous Irish people - there are alot more than on my list, but it hopefully will be a good conversation starter!
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Save DownloadI found some information about what people think Ireland is famous for (with some added interesting facts!) Hopefully a good conversation starter!
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Save DownloadGuess the words as they are uncovered, letter by letter.
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Save DownloadCreate socialisation and simulate conversation, maybe even an Irish joke or two!
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Save DownloadWe're always looking for exercise ideas that are not too strenuous. We had some light, pretty scarves that I attached to cut-down flyswats! By leaving a small circle of swat mesh, I zigzagged the scarves to the flyswat.
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Save DownloadI have used this game around the Oscars / Acadamey Awards time. It includes 12 playing cards with movies star headshots and call card pictures. This really gets the residents involved and talking
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Save DownloadThis is a list of songs and their words that I have collaborated from google of many songs from around the world...there are some that I have missed and would be interested to know what others you would include. Enjoy!
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Save DownloadQuizzes are Great. But not everyone knows the answers. Suggest a well-known recipe and go around the circle and get the clients to share a thought.
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Save DownloadI bought an Aurora Northern Lights Projector and blacked out the windows with cardboard and turned the main light off. A brilliant sensory experience
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Save DownloadI have put together few easy(ish) questions about Wales! Also, we have a sing-along at the end of our sessions, so have put Tom Jones, Delilah lyrics on Powerpoint Enjoy!
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Save DownloadA 'Flower' themed bingo game!
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Save DownloadA 'Travel' themed bingo game!
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Save DownloadA St. Patrick's Day themed bingo!
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Save DownloadA 'Sightseeing' themed bingo!
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Save DownloadA beautiful Hollywood Stars themed bingo!
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Save DownloadAn 'Under the Sea' themed bingo!
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Save DownloadAn activity for creating conversation and also reminiscing. Can be done 1-2-1 or in a group.
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SaveI printed off the attached foot template and passed around the group. I asked them write down any countries they had visited in their life/or worked there...
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Save DownloadI’ve been playing this game for many years. Residents can relate to cards as a lifeskill which makes it more enjoyable.
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Save DownloadPrint out the words to 'Oh soldier won't you marry me'. Put out clothing according to the song, coat, boots hat, gloves and the volunteer puts these on as the song is sung.
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Save DownloadWork on Visual-Spatial, Short Term Memory, and Communication
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Save DownloadSing the next line of these nursery rhymes!
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Save DownloadFinish well-known proverbs in this activity!
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Save DownloadThis activity was fun and social and it also encouraged talking about healthy foods.
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Save DownloadAnother fun card game to play with your residents!
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Save DownloadPlay some Scottish music and pass the Haggis around the room as in Pass the parcel. When the music stops ask a question from the Scottish/ Burns night quiz.
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Save DownloadA funny story writing game that involves creating a story as a team. Each player adds the next line of the story.
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Save DownloadI am attaching the directions to a great card game that I have used for years, It is great!! It works well at ADH programs and for Assisted living homes.
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Save DownloadFun reads to celebrate Elvis Presley's Birthday Great to read with residents or project onto a big screen.
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Save DownloadA Valentine's Day Themed Bingo to enjoy!
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Save DownloadThe NZ Blind Foundation are having a fun festive competition so we’ll be getting our dots on to celebrate World Braille Day.
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Save DownloadA quiz about the games your clients or residents used to play and the toys they used. Play as a group, in teams, or to inspire reminiscence.
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Save DownloadMake a Korowai (feather cloak) with paper feathers! Korowai are taonga (treasures) that are often worn on special occasions.
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Save DownloadWe gathered pictures of residents with their sweetheart. Some were recent pictures, some were wedding pictures from long ago. Some were with their pet!
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Save DownloadYou need a whiteboard, with 2 lines drawn horizontally and 2 lines drawn vertically, like you are playing tic tac toe. Above each box, write a category, i.e. Geography, History, Sport, The Human Body, Animals, General Knowledge, Food and Drink, Art and Nature etc.
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Save DownloadChristmas Jeopardy questions and categories. Fun twist: Instead of having trivia for Christmas music, play an instrumental version of the song and have the residents guess the name of it for points!
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Save DownloadWe 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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Save DownloadOnce a month we have a special lunch where the Recreation Therapist prepares from scratch complete meals and serves them to a group of specially invited Residents
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Save DownloadHave an empty jar or container to put your questions in for your residents to "pull out".
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Save DownloadTry and unscramble the following holiday themed words. First letter provided!
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Save DownloadHere are some poems to share on Armistice Day.
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Save DownloadA fun quiz for seniors that leads to discussion and reminiscing!
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Save DownloadA fun quiz for seniors that leads to discussion and reminiscing!
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Save DownloadSecret Word Game - for Bonfire Night
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Save DownloadHere is a fun game that will generate discussion and reminiscence! Get hold of some property brochures from your local real estate agent and hide the asking price. Show brochures to residents and discuss things like the number of bedrooms, garden etc. Ask them to guess the asking price!
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Save DownloadI prepare Thought for the Day cards. I find nice, inspirational quotes (Pinterest is good source) and print off on individual cards and give out at the end of sessions. I have put my template here for you to use.
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SaveWe have invited the local schools and playgroups to visit the care home as often as they want to make friends with our residents. Bringing the young and the old together brings so much energy, enthusiasm, memories, laughter and smiles to both children and residents.
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Save DownloadChristmas themed picture bingo! Calling cards start on page 17.
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Save DownloadDance Hall Days I did a reminisce session about the old dance hall days from the 1940's to 1960's in the UK and put together some questions.
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Save DownloadA Halloween themed bingo to enjoy!
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Save DownloadA Thanksgiving themed bingo to enjoy!
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Save DownloadThe idea of the game is to be the first to sweep a small pumpkin or paper mache pumpkin over the finish line use small sweeping movements.
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Save DownloadTry and unscramble the following summer themed words. First letter provided!
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Save DownloadObjectives: Recall, decision making. Can be done individually or as a group.
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Save DownloadThese quotes were taken from a class of 8-year-olds when they were asked "What is a Grandparent?" The answers are priceless!
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Save DownloadGet hold of some individual card size paint swatches from a paint store. Play as you would play the game Go Fish.
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Save DownloadI am putting together a session to share memories about School Days and found a couple of poems I will ask some of my members to read out. Hope it is of help to others!
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Save DownloadAs promised here is a book I did many years ago from sourcing songs for Halloween Carols
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Save DownloadI have found a booklet I put together of Red Hat songs and Christmas Carols...feel free to use, I gleaned these from the internet many years ago.
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Save DownloadMany residents have told me they like talking about the past, but also like to keep up with whats happening now.'
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Save DownloadI am always looking for poems every week/month and thought I would share the ones I have coming up for September!
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Save DownloadEgg Bingo is made with egg cartons and table tennis balls. I borrowed the idea from a kids website and modified it. It worked so well that our clients commented how clever the idea was!
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Save DownloadAt least twice a month we play bingo for prizes that will give back to the community. I provide a list of items needed and instead of the elders getting a prize for playing/winning we give it away to a community group.
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Save DownloadRisk Assessment form for There seem to be plenty of risk assessments for external activities and bus outings but I couldn't source one for internally run activities so have formulated a Base template for internal activities risk assessments.activities
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SaveNoodle Ball Residents sit in a large circle and try to keep the ball in the air with the help of staff. Great for a range of motion: arms, legs, ankles, wrists and stretches back.
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Save DownloadSomething that has worked really well in my home is a program I refer to as arm chair travel. So many of the residents here have traveled around in younger years, and are now not able to do so.
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Save DownloadThis is great for a large group and works well for individuals in chairs. Write simple tasks on small pieces of paper and insert them into balloons.
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Save DownloadI provided clip art on canvas, paint and color pencils. They residents picked which picture they wanted. We had sparkling juice, cheese, grapes and crackers. If your facility allows you can use wine!
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Save DownloadWe set up a lounge with rails and displayed items as a shop would. We had a dressmaking form with full outfit outside to attract attention and some nice mirrors. We invited residents to come and help themselves - no charge for anything.
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Save DownloadOne day each week we choose a country and we talk about the chosen country and if anyone has visited there. We also have arts and crafts and make something related to the country.
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Save DownloadThe magic table , an interactive game called Tovertafel
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Save DownloadI'm about to start a new job as an activity coordinator and one of my ladies loves the nine letter word puzzles in the newspaper so I thought I'd make her some.
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Save DownloadI saved various coloured milk bottle tops until I had enough to use for this activity. Its great for visually impaired and dementia clients. The clients gain a sense of self esteem and satisfaction plus it helps with fine motor skills.
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Save DownloadWe choose a letter of the alphabet and use that letter to try and get as many words as we can. We use different amounts of numbers each time eg 4 letter words starting B another time it might be 5 letter words starting with C.
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Save DownloadI do a word game on the whiteboard that the residents find challenging but fun.
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Save DownloadA quiz about dances from around the world!
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Save DownloadThis is a party game I have tried and my residents have asked for it frequently on the programs calendar. It promotes hand-eye coordination, physical movement, cognitive functioning through concentration, and social inclusion.
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Save DownloadThis is an activity which involves first crafting a tree. I brought in the tree and had my residents sit around the table, while I read out a question at the front of each card to the group. When a resident answered, I would write the answers on the backs of the cards.
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Save DownloadEach participant has two "lollipops", one with the word TRUE and the other with the word FALSE. Ask True or False questions and ask them to hold the lollipop with their chosen answer.
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Save DownloadProvide a jar of jelly beans and for a dollar a guess, participants are to guess how many jelly beans within the jar.
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Save DownloadProvide a store once a month selling various items such as chocolate, potato chips, soft drinks etc.
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Save DownloadWe 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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Save DownloadI decided that since Laughter is the best medicine, I would hold a comedy night. The residents laughed so hard. They can't wait until we do it again.
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Save DownloadWe are going to indulge in a chocolate-themed meal for residents and families.Starter is salmon in white chocolate sauce, main is cocoa rubbed baby rack of ribs and for dessert Chocolate fudge cake.
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Save DownloadWe had 4 tables named Trains, Boats, Planes and Cars.
I made 4 banners on sticks with the same names and gave these to 4 volunteers.
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Save DownloadWe go to dollar tree or find things around our facility we don't use and auction the items off!
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Save DownloadI love to prepare seasonal recipes with our residents, and to prepare a cordial using fragrant elderflowers enables residents with varying skills to assist in this relatively easy task; it also provides a sense of the time of year, a reminiscence opportunity, and a social occasion - the big taste test!
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Save DownloadA year ago we had a visit from a childcare provider who was looking to do some intergenerational activities.
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Save DownloadOur residents enjoyed this activity and were pleased with their project.
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Save DownloadTry downloading or printing a list of the most basic phrases in other languages, such as French, Italian, Spanish, or a language in some of your resident's first language. You will find that some of the residents are conversant in more languages than English!
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Save DownloadWow your residents with these fun facts about the amazing human body they, and we live in.
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Save DownloadI put a karaoke video on a big tv screen and gave some of the residents microphones. They sang songs that they knew. Some just watched and enjoy the activity.
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Save DownloadI have made a timeline of some of the events that have happened, which we can reflect with on the reconciliation journey
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Save DownloadThis is a Quiz with the Questions on a piece of paper with images to illustrate each question.
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Save DownloadTo celebrate the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle I have made a quick "Right Royal" quiz to have at our morning tea.
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Save DownloadPrint and Enjoy!
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Save DownloadTo celebrate International Nurses day we had a morning tea and invited staff to tell their own stories. I also made a jigsaw puzzle from the attached skeleton. The other activity I did with them was to give each group the skeleton image with the names of the bones and had them draw a line to what bone they thought was correct.
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Save DownloadOur members love picture quizzes so there's plenty of images in here!
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Save DownloadThe following activity is a flow on from the quizzes that regularly appear in Golden Carers. I used this recently at a monthly residents' birthday party which encompasses many stages of dementia.
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Save DownloadGet some cups and stretch clean end of tights over them. Sprinkle with cress seeds and fill up with earth.
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Save DownloadA matching game with trivia to stimulate conversation and cognitive functioning!
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Save DownloadTo work fine psychomotricity (hands and fingers) and strengthen memory, rhythms are learned. With the help of wooden percussion instruments, from different countries such as Cuba, Venezuela, Spain - accompany popular Latin music.
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Save DownloadI made this game for the residents that could not play the traditional Two Up game. It is played with Dice rather than coins.
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Save DownloadMy residents love documentaries. All kinds of them, on almost any subject. You can find many on youtube for free.
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Save DownloadUsing the powerpoint, scroll through and get the residents to guess which product the jingle or slogan relates to. You can always adapt this to include the youtube advertisement or tune.
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SaveWe had a teddy bears picnic and held a guess the famous bear quiz!
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Save DownloadThis is an art and craft activity I have been doing with residents. They really enjoyed playing with colours and listening to some relaxing music from 50s.
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Save DownloadHere is a fun closed terrarium experiment to enjoy with your residents!
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Save DownloadRecently we gathered together residents who had attended the same school in our local community.
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Save DownloadAn easy and fun way to have an activity that incorporates movement, hand-eye coordination and makes a snack all at the same time!
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Save DownloadWe have residents who are Jewish and those who are not who enjoy learning about this cultural and important holiday.
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Save DownloadCollection of almost 300 Rebus puzzles gathered over the last few months.
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SaveA great intergenerational activity with older children, using skills to trace, color and cut under the supervision of senior residents or staff. This activity promotes teamwork and creates a special bond between seniors and children.
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Save DownloadGet the residents to hide Easter Eggs in their community. Then invite staff or children brought in from a local pre-school to hunt for them while residents watch or assist them to collect them in baskets to be shared later.
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Save DownloadWhy not create your own miniature garden with the Residents in your care? They can make a community garden in their common area or have individual gardens in their own room for their visitors to admire
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Save DownloadAnimals are often a source of love, comfort and joy for many in our community. I discovered some packs of small animals in the toy section of my local supermarket. With a little imagination a mini ornament was created.
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Save DownloadThis is a wonderful creative outlet for the individual in a group setting. There are many items you can create with salt dough and the challenge in this activity is to achieve the correct portions for the pot in use.
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Save DownloadInstead of the traditional Pen pals why not join the Postcard initiative and send and receive some postcards from around the world.
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Save DownloadOur Alzheimer's residents really love being able to remember words. It makes them feel proud that they have not forgotten everything yet!
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Save DownloadThe object of the game is for each team to try and knock the opposite team's pins down by hitting the balloon at them with their rackets.
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Save DownloadA fun and interesting activity you can do for World Poetry Day.
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Save DownloadThe object of the game is for each team to roll one dice and starting in Tasmania, work their way around Australia answering the quiz cards as they go.
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Save DownloadPeople of the Chinese culture have been consulting fortune tellers, alchemists and soothsayers, since time immemorial. This is one of the Craft Activities I am doing with my residents to celebrate Chinese new year.
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Save DownloadNapkin holders with the animals of the Chinese Zodiac.
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Save DownloadWe do a coffee club in the morning with brewed coffee and often home-baked biscuits. We have a look through the papers and discuss the headlines and do the crossword.
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Save DownloadHere is an easy, fun dice game to play with residents - template provided.
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Save DownloadEveryday residents are welcomed with their personalized flower and name.
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Save DownloadThis Bingo game I made for the Australia day celebrations. It is a picture Bingo of Aussie landmarks and icons.
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Save DownloadThis is an activity that I play on Australia Day or for NAIDOC week.
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Save DownloadAs part of Australia Day celebrations I made up this game. On a whiteboard I wrote up all of Australia's States and Territories (or you could draw a map).
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Save DownloadI saw this idea in a magazine, so I can't take the credit, and I thought this would be lovely for the residents.
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Save DownloadOne of my colleagues had the great idea to try "Choose Your Own Adventure Books" with the residents. I tried it one afternoon and they loved it!
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Save DownloadThis has gone down really well with our patients and it encourages them to communicate, think and reminisce.
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Save DownloadCut seedless watermelon into bite-size pieces during the hot days and give out to residents.
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Save DownloadI would highly recommend holding a Murder Mystery! It's scripted, so make sure to buddy-up people with poor vision/hearing with someone able to see/hear.
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Save DownloadI hold this in December every year. We give our volunteers a mulled wine reception and a free raffle where everyone gets something nice.
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Save DownloadMake a snowball garland with embroidery thread and cotton balls.
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Save DownloadMy guys in my Men's Group LOVE Golcce! Especially those who have always loved to play golf but can no longer do so because of physical limitations.
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Save DownloadHanukkah is a fun, exciting, family-oriented, Jewish holiday celebrated in December. There are many traditions associated with this holiday. One of them is playing dreidel which is a special top spinning game.
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Save DownloadHanukkah holiday honors the struggle of the Jewish people to restore the Temple of Jerusalem.
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Save DownloadDraw circles all over a bulletin board paper. Put 1 prize in the center of each circle.
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Save DownloadThis suits all levels of dementia and ability. One lady can only smile. And she grinned from ear to ear when a balloon came her way.
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Save DownloadThis is a fun game that some may find very challenging, but others may find humorous!
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Save DownloadThis idea was given as a valentines bag, could be used for any occasion.
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Save DownloadA simple, Christmas Game for small groups.
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Save DownloadMakin' Turkey (Thanksgiving song)- Final edit
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Save DownloadActive Monopoly is almost the same as normal Monopoly (the same rules apply), except that instead of a board and counters/pieces you use the floor and the players walk around the 'board'.
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Save DownloadBlessed are they who understand
My faltering step and shaking hand...
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Save DownloadA Word Search with a Wedding Theme - Created using the Golden Carers DIY Word Search Program :)
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Save DownloadHelp your clients use technology to find out the meaning of their surname by using the internet.
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Save DownloadWe decided to try a very gentle afternoon of sports. We had 10 playing, it took an hour and we had great fun. Will definitely repeat.
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Save DownloadHere is another fun songwriting activity you can do with your groups for Thanksgiving. My Thanksgiving Foods (to tune of "My Favorite Things")
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Save DownloadMy groups love to do songwriting activities. A favorite thing to do is rewrite lyrics to a familiar song. Here are some examples. O Pumpkin Pie (to the tune of O Christmas Tree)...
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Save DownloadI have found this to be one of our favorite things to do! The fun of it is, that the prizes are not expensive and some of the prizes are "booby prizes" and they really get a kick out of that.
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Save DownloadSit residents in a chair in a circle and ask the residents to kick the ball to each other without going out of the circle. 20 residents can play this game!
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Save DownloadPass out rhythm instruments. Leader has a drum and leads group with game. The game is a variation of "Name that Tune" using rhythms only.
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Save DownloadHi! I thought I’d share a fun musical activity to use with songwriting.
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Save DownloadThis is both an art activity and a games activity. For an afternoon of fun, turn the game into a team tournament - winners get a treat losers get a trick.
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Save DownloadWhen a Resident transfers to another facility for any such reason, it is, I'm sure, very helpful to the next DT/Activities person, to know a little about the 'new' Resident immediately on transfer/arrival.
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Save DownloadA Residents’ Rights themed Bingo!
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Save DownloadA bio poem is a poem that is written to describe a person. Here is a template you could use to write one.
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Save DownloadBoo! It's Halloween! A great activity that I've done with my group before is called "The Double O Game". We try to list as many words as we can that have a double O in them.
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Save DownloadWe have a regular Anglican service and last year our therapy dog was invited to the church service for world animal day. The Minister spoke about the role of animals and the therapy dogs owner spoke about the role of the dog in her life and in that of the home.
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Save DownloadApproach a cat rescue centre and ask if they would be willing to bring in some kittens. Residents who often wander will remain seated for extended periods of time watching the kittens.
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Save DownloadThis is a really simple baking recipe, which is good for all residents. Your residents can use their hands to mix the ingredients into a bread-crumb consistency, before pulling it all together in a dough.
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Save DownloadJoyous interaction with self and others is vital to health. I do not believe that puppetry is too childish for the aged.
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Save DownloadHost a sing along or music discussion using songs that relate to one's occupation.
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Save DownloadPlace several different board games and other table top games around tables in a room. Activities could include Jenga, Snakes and Ladders, Guess Who, Cards, Ludo, Dominoes.
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Save DownloadIt is important that senior members of the community feel linked with the rest of society.
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Save DownloadWe decided to create a guessing game for our residents and adapted it so that it could be used with a wide range of abilities. It was a really fun and easy to make activity, you can add celebrities that are well known in your area!
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Save DownloadBetween 5pm and 6 pm in the Dementia-Specific House, Residents are agitated and restless. To help calm them down, I pull out an iPad and go to Youtube.
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Save DownloadHere is 10 x 10 grid that I used to help the residents make their own words searches which they can share. It is easy enough to do and makes residents feel good that they created something.
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Save DownloadHere is some interesting trivia about the history of milkshakes to enjoy!
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Save DownloadI placed numbers on the floor 1-20 in a circle (just like a cake-walk). I played music as the residents danced and walked the circle.
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Save DownloadI bought 10 different types of savoury snacks with unusual flavours and residents guessed the flavour. We also had interesting trivia such as which countries eat the most or least crisps and easy true false questions the history of crisps pretzels etc.
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Save DownloadFill a jar with Jelly Beans or other suitable lollies, (count them as you put them in)
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Save DownloadFill a container of any sort that can be filled with rice, sugar, sand or any other suitable product. Ensure it is easy for residents to pick up.
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Save DownloadWe had a board with numbered envelopes stuck on it. (The prizes were written on a piece of paper in each envelope).
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Save DownloadI simply print off the pictures I want, together with a "Question Mark" for the reverse side, and slip them into the empty DVD covers.
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Save DownloadThis is a list of everyday items, people, places etc and you give the title subject out and the residents have to answer.
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Save DownloadAsk staff and families to bring in albums, framed photographs, gowns (bridal or guest) etc. It is amazing how much you will collect!
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Save DownloadI get the staff to bring in a young photo of themselves. The photo goes up on the notice-board for a week with entry forms. Some of the guesses are hilarious!
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Save DownloadGolf is recognised as a good activity for promoting mental, physical and social wellbeing. Putting is a relaxing and ideal indoor activity that can be done by people with previous golfing skills and those who have never played before.
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Save DownloadThis is a game I purchased but I think it can be adapted and created by hand. The object is to be the first to shout out a word that meets all three conditions.
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Save DownloadMy group loves Brain Games! Name 3 or 5 or 7... :)
Boy names, flowers, cheeses, ways to cook eggs...
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Save DownloadWe invite residents from another area in our complex to come and have a special morning tea with us.
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Save DownloadOur creative staff in China came up with this idea due to the hot summer days we get in Beijing. Cheap craft stores and dollar shops sometimes have these in the craft section.
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Save DownloadProvide templates that enhance the use of the bark material such as the Owl Template attached. Collect paperbark and encourage the Residents to peel the bark into fine, small pieces. The result is organic and realistic. A very beautiful artwork.
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SaveCome together and decorate the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island flags for NAIDOC week.
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Save DownloadPlayed like normal scrabble but on a larger scale. We drew a large scrabble board on the whiteboard and stuck magnets to the back of the tiles, this meant clients needed to stand up and move around while playing the game.
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Save DownloadDownload various faces of famous people, present and past. Show the residents the face and have them guess the famous face. We also have a little discussion on each person.
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Save DownloadTake a journey down memory lane by engaging each resident in sharing their experiences of camping or holidays they remember.
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Save DownloadThis is a wonderful interactive armchair travel activity for residents of all capabilities and great for one-on-ones or group sessions. Using a world globe and your ipad you can transport someone to another Country, talk about their culture, food, economy, music, lifestyle, dress, traditions, famous places, famous people, etc. It really is endless what you can discuss in these sessions.
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Save DownloadHi all I've made this activity a few times for our residents and they enjoy it greatly. I print pictures that make up a name of a suburb or neighbourhood for example Rose Park, I print a picture of a Rose then another of a Park and place them side by side.
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Save DownloadTo host a mad hatters tea party is a very easy thing to do. Let your imagination run wild and be inspired by anything whimsical and enchanting and of course Alice in Wonderland. The looks on our Residents faces when they saw how amazing this was, was worth every minute spent.
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Save DownloadThis discussion came out of someone saying "you don't see jumble sales anymore". This lead me to think of all the things we don't see now.
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Save DownloadI've added "Google Search" to our activities calendar. I ask residents to think of something that they would like to know the answer to.
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Save DownloadI go around the room write down the residents first name, then ask each resident for a word. I put that word under their name then we make up a short story using their names and their words. Lots of fun and laughter!
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Save DownloadI suggest that each staff menber has a dressing gown or pyjamas they can pop on when answering a call bell or redirecting a resident back to bed. It's a visual prompt for residents that cannot differentiate between night and day
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Save DownloadI have put together a list of TV Ads old and new using their catch phrase. I have laminated the phrase and the answer into strips and put a magnet on the back. It brought back lots of memories.
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Save DownloadThis activity is an easy, social, gross motor game, suitable for differing levels of cognitive and physical disability. Lots of fun and laughs too. Definitely a staple gross motor favourite.
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Save DownloadThe object of this game is by using the alphabet, each participant tries to think of a corresponding name (male and female), place, and thing. This game always provides everyone with a lot of laughter and the staff really gets into too!
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Save DownloadI invited & encouraged my Residents to bring along something precious to them, to our Activity Group.
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Save DownloadGreat alternative to Pin the Tail on the Donkey and as an activity for world nurses day. Adapt the game for those that may lose their balance easily by having them sit in front of the board before closing their eyes to place their band-aid.
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Save DownloadSince we live in a rural area, many of our residents have grown up farming and gardening. While they are with us either long term or short term, they are encouraged to continue this hobby.
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Save DownloadHave the residents write their own fortunes/lucky numbers on small pieces of paper. Then get them to help create the dough for the fortune cookies! These cookies can be used for dessert at dinner or as a snack. Either way, the residents will enjoy creating the cookies and sharing their words of wisdom with the rest of the community.
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Save DownloadThis is the most popular activity that we do and our Residents absolutely love it. It's a lot of fun with lots of laughs for not much money! The residents go crazy! Oh my....they are so competitive.
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Save DownloadHow quickly can you name ten body parts that have 3 letters? No abbreviations or slang words!
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Save DownloadEach resident picks a slip from an envelop or basket and answers the questions: would you, could you, have you? Then open the question to the room. Often this provides real insight into each residents character.
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Save DownloadI would to share a poem I wrote for International Nurses Day.
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Save DownloadWe take our residents down to the local fishing club, they really enjoy this outing. The men get wheeled or walk down to the jetty and have a fish.
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Save DownloadWhat makes spring unique for you? Do you like to be outside and feel the sun on your face? ffer opportunities for walking, and take time to enjoy the flowers and signs of spring.
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Save DownloadA fun quiz for people who know the suburbs of Brisbane.
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Save DownloadInexpensive and fun craft! We will be filling them with soil and herb seeds. We love Decoupage!
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Save DownloadArt-based Cognitive Therapy is of great benefit and may be included in a well-being program. Residents can be introduced to watercolour and acrylic painting. In this activity, residents first create a beautiful and colorful backdrop with paint and then sketch their palms after learning about the 4 major lines of the palm.
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Save DownloadA few years ago I did a teddy bears picnic. Living in England I knew it would have to be an indoor picnic! It was one of the best 'things' I have done.
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Save DownloadThis game is very simple. The game starts when the starting player throws the ball to another player and says a word (for example: dog)
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Save DownloadThe game Mad Libs AKA Word Blanks, is a fun game for all ages where you blank out key words in a sentence and then add in new random words without knowing the context.
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Save DownloadI purchased 24 wooden hangers and some beautiful and inexpensive paper napkins. Sanded down the hangers and decoupaged using Modge Podge. Voila!
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Save DownloadWe had so much fun & great communication between residents as they thought they were the only one that had misplacing items. Every time a resident placed an item on the "list" others would comment that they have done the same.
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Save DownloadWe often make mind maps during our brain training sessions. Anyway, we thought we would see how many daft/silly/funny/ songs we could come up with.
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Save DownloadA fun group activity for seniors! Write down famous lines from well-known books and then hand out to residents and get them to read their line. Wait for the laughs!
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Save DownloadThis is for the men and ladies who like cars. Good for reminiscing! Includes a quiz, word search and interesting trivia.
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Save DownloadThese little Leprechaun hats look great as a mass display or as table centrepieces for any Irish celebration including St Patrick’s Day on 17th March.
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Save DownloadAfter watching a Montessori video I decided to make my own resources. As dementia clients retain the ability to read for a long time, I use words to match with pictures.
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Save DownloadAll the following answers have the letters IRE somewhere in the word. A fun quiz for the elderly!
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Save DownloadWe gather information about a famous singer that guests will know with some interesting facts.
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Save DownloadNominate three residents to go to jail (make up a silly story: You are hereby arrested for the crime of talking during an activity and are being sent to jail.)
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Save DownloadWe play bowls using a turnip for a Jack and potatoes as bowls.
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Save DownloadUtilize the supplied template for Motown artists and songs.
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Save DownloadThere are many easy learn-to-draw techniques out there, however none are quite as easy as Drawing from Numbers!
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Save DownloadI have bought a wide variety of teas from around the world. Each resident will have a china cup, we will have a bucket for any slops and some fresh water to rinse the cups.
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Save DownloadPencil in some music script lines, a treble clef and a base clef on A3 poster paper....
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Save DownloadBuy Pillsbury cookie dough. Put a popsicle stick in each ball and bake. They are fun to make and fun to eat.
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Save DownloadTake old eyeglasses and remove the lenses (you can also buy them at the dollar store). Cut out a favorite picture using the lenses as templates for sizing...
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Save DownloadSample monthly and weekly activity calendars for activity coordinators working in nursing homes. I know from experience that when i first started at a rest home I was thrown in the deep end, and I just thought by sharing this it may help out a newbie to develop their activities program. This is a wonderful resource to help you plan ahead. Thanks to everyone who has shared their calendar.
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Save DownloadVisit each resident with your trolley delivering pancakes with their favourite topping. We find everyone loves the 1:1 interaction. Assistance may be needed for some to eat the pancakes but this is easily overcome by visiting those residents last or visiting at mealtime.
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Save DownloadThis is an a activity I found to be stimulating and challenging. Just find the middle word that connects the two words either side.
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Save DownloadKindness Advent Calendar
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Save DownloadHere's a fun and simple dice game to try. Thanks Gaylene!
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Save DownloadLet's bring the outside inside. The responses that I have gotten from the residents have all been positive. The campfire brings back some good memories of family times, cottage life and being on a farm.
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Save DownloadI have a growing list of words & phrases that i print in large font, then laminate.I also put the 'category' on the card, to make it easier if they choose to reveal, such as 'Elvis Presley' (famous person), 'cat got your tongue' (saying), 'opening an umbrella' (action), 'hula hoop' (object).
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Save DownloadGiant Snakes and Ladders for any size group. A fun activity for seniors.
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Save DownloadFirst pick a topic, for instance, a wedding. Write down the story as you go along and lightly edit it connecting the characters so that it all comes together in the end. Print and distribute to residents who are very proud. This is a lovely activity for seniors!
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Save DownloadA project spread over two weeks. Start with a brainstorming session about the 1940s. Use visual stimuli, pictures and photographs.
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Save DownloadRead Along books for dementia residents
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Save DownloadWe had a group of art students paint murals for our fence in our Secure unit. This was so beautiful and a great way to get connect within the community.
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Save DownloadWe have a hand balling activity. This is a painted A frame board with a bulls-eye cut out in the middle big enough for a football to go through.
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Save DownloadFind and circle all of the words that are hidden in the grid. The remaining 50 letters spell a secret message.
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Save DownloadMake freshly squeezed juices for residents to enjoy.
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Save DownloadMost people have experience filling out forms and this activity is a great reminder of how to do a simple life skill. I've found this activity great for distracting those who 'want to go home', ask them to if they would mind filling out the paperwork first, sit them down, present them with a form, give them a pen, have a quick look in their care plan so you can help them with some of the info they may struggle with.
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Save DownloadHere is a Sporting Terms Quiz representing 25 of the sporting events at the Olympic Games. This quiz can be used as a competition and given out to individuals, or, as a group game by writing up the sporting terms column on a white board and having the residents call out the related sports.
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Save DownloadGreat activity, calming and encouraging discussion and creativity. It really has been very therapeutic for the residents to create.
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Save DownloadTo coincide with the Rio Olympic theme we are following for August we got off to a blazing start with a session of 50+ Zumba.
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Save DownloadI thought you may be interested in an activity that we are doing at the moment. We are going to give a 4 act concert.
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Save DownloadThis game is like musical chairs, but creative. It can be adapted for all fitness levels. Tell each participant to start drawing and when the music stops they give the picture to the person next to them. Continue to play music, change and draw until everyone has their original drawing back. Admire the strange masterpieces you have all created together. It makes for a lot of laughter.
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Save DownloadI asked the residents to bring along anything they had which reminded them of a friend. It was quite amazing the effect the activity had on the residents.
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Save DownloadAim: To stimulate cognitive function and refresh memory through a friendly trivia game suitable for all levels.
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Save DownloadWe had a lot of fun with this. I printed off some simple first aid techniques & some old fashioned remedies.
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Save DownloadThrough doing a social history with one of our residents I found out her daughter was a yoga instructor and asked if she would be interested in volunteering half an hour for a yoga session with our residents.
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Save DownloadDepending on your group's abilities they can cut and poor the ingredients, otherwise you can have them pre-made or do as a group which I have found works very well.
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Save DownloadIconic Aussie Ads
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Save DownloadRead the group of words to figure out the item described. This is a fun group game to play with seniors in nursing homes. A great trigger for reminiscing.
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Save DownloadRapid Fire .... Read clues...The responder can answer as quickly as possible giving the answer without needing all of the clues.
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Save DownloadDepending on the age group, and of course personality traits, few have said they find them quite juvenile, and others love it and try to complete them... and are pleasantly surprised at , after all these years, how much they have retained!
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Save DownloadNursery Rhymes from the 1930s to Sing, Discuss & Reminisce about.
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Save DownloadSome fun riddles to share to ponder over...
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Save DownloadMatch the Slogans of Yesteryear on the left with the Brands on the right. Suitable for people who grew up in North America. Quiz 2!
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Save DownloadMatch the Slogans of Yesteryear on the left with the Brands on the right. Suitable for people who grew up in North America. Quiz 1!
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Save DownloadWe celebrated the Queens 90th Birthday by playing party games that we thought she might have played as a child.
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Save DownloadA simple idea where a group of random objects are displayed on a tray for a limited period of time and then the clients try and recall what the items were.
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SaveGame for seniors..They need to match the key with the lock...You can provide all keys or padlocks on a tray at one time, and they each get an allotted time to try to unlock the padlocks in a designated amount of time.
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Save DownloadAlthough individuals living with dementia may not be able to calculate using money, it is recognizable to most. Coins can be stacked by size. They can be counted, and wrapped in coin wrappers.
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Save DownloadI am posting this because we have tried it and we had a great response. This is a fun craft activity and bingo style game for seniors.
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Save DownloadThis is something that we began doing in our Sundowning evening program for some of the male residents. The possibilities are endless and they really seem to enjoy it.
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Save DownloadChose a colorful bag, something that catches the eye, silk, or any other fabric that feels good to the touch. You don't want to be able to see through the bag. Find random objects, such as kitchen utensils, keys, padlock. Ideal reminiscing game for seniors.
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Save DownloadHere is a list of songs I have started to compile for the Olympics....feel free to add more for me.
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Save DownloadChoose a word, phrase, movie title, book title, proverb etc & draw the dashes on the whiteboard that represent each letter of the word/phrase.
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Save DownloadOur experience with this is is it is a no fail filler, and they love the colors and their funky names. This is a great game for the elderly in nursing homes.
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Save DownloadI printed off green shamrocks from clip art, cut them out doubled, wrote an easy question re Ireland on the inside.
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Save DownloadMore ideas for celebrating St. Patrick's Day.
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Save DownloadGo out in the garden. Talk to the residents about what they can see and hear. Talk about the different colours, sounds and objects in the garden. ..
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Save DownloadHi all, after reading your article about noodle soccer I went to the local cheap store and had to improvise as there was no noodles.
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Save DownloadIndoor soccer with a beach ball and pool noodles!
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Save DownloadWe played Name Bingo last week & it was very popular.
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Save DownloadHorse Racing is a fun activity which touches upon many of the holistic elements of health that we are trying to reach as recreational therapists.
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Save DownloadPower point presentation on activity goals.
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Save DownloadUsing a mix of bottles of sparkling grape juice, sparking water or champagne if allowed, set up a game of ring toss and have the residents ring the bottles. Ring it to win it.
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Save DownloadI set up our usual venue to look like a cafe or coffee shop with separate tables.
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Save DownloadWire coat hanger covered with tinsel, attach pegs with ribbon.
An idea for those residents to hang their cards on.
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Save DownloadYou can buy some chop sticks in a cheap shop and let your residents try to use them to pick up different things.
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Save DownloadWe used existing photographs of residents, copying to all the same size.
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Save DownloadHere is an over 80s song list. It includes lyrics to over 80 popular songs from yesteryear to enjoy in a sing-along. Sing the first line, and then ask residents to sing the next line!
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Save DownloadName a song with a girls name in the lyrics
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Save DownloadI have also introduced an activity called "Mindfulness". It is a tool used by psychologist to help people with anxiety, depression, stress and other such ailments.
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Save DownloadWe will put different costumes on each week for fun and different themes.
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Save DownloadBomb Alaska. I have made this often, It is easy, quick and so yummy.
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Save DownloadNeed a quick fill-in activity? Something for 15 minutes before a meal?
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Save DownloadInvite Senior High School students to practice their musical / theatrical performances for their upcoming final exams in front of your clients.
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Save DownloadHere are two different versions of a similar quiz. ayings that use the words rock and stone are explored. It is to accompany a discussion about the difference about rocks and stones.
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Save DownloadProvide residents with a sensory experience of warm scented washers using essential oil sweet orange.
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Save DownloadEach year I introduce the AFL footy tipping for our seniors and residents in care.
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Save DownloadEvery two months I transform the dining room into a café with a theme.
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Save DownloadI explained to the residents that exercise is fun and good for the body and to keep your mind active too.
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Save Download4 ingredient chocolate croissants: Eggs, Water, Puff Pastry & Chocolate Chips!
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Save DownloadI thought i would share with you a tool which i have been using for bingo: "IBingo Free". IBingo free is a mobile phone app. that calls bingo.
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Save DownloadWe have created mealtime placemats to assist with mealtimes, highlighting individual client needs.
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SaveThis is a great activity for sitting folks around a table reminiscing, uses all the senses!
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Save DownloadResidents reminisce, enjoy the tactile and sensory colours and friendships promoted while they let their creative side get arty, have fun, and use many skills which they didn't know they had.
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Save DownloadThe answers to this quiz all start with HAND
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Save DownloadWord game fun. "Find the Pen".
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Save DownloadResidents are always saying old phrases, so i use a few useful websites for research.
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Save DownloadI use this as a large group activity but you can adapt it to small groups.
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Save DownloadAssist the elderly to maintain their interest in reading. A good opportunity for one-on-one time as you make your way around to all bedrooms. Discuss the book they have or the book they are about to read.
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Save DownloadIt helps to either know the opening lines of the song, or the tune.
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Save DownloadOur Residents love this game and it can be visually seen by all.
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Save DownloadWedding photo guessing game
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Save DownloadI printed out this picture of a horse and trimmings for colouring in and cutting out, and gave him 2 wooden pegs for legs.
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Save DownloadThose who do not wish to be involved will still have fun watching, hearing and experiencing the teams do their thing!
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Save DownloadFirst Things First Quiz
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Save DownloadBring residents in fall-out chairs and wheelchairs out into the garden or courtyard area. Being in the sunshine, with plants to smell and birds to listen to is very beneficial to the senses.
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Save DownloadMake use of old calenders, pick nice clear pictures, photo copy them first and then laminate.
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Save DownloadAs we all know are cupboards are full of unwanted items, clothing, house hold goods, toys, tinned food etc.
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Save DownloadInstead of fashions on the field for Melb Cup we are having colours on the field.
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Save DownloadA friendship spiritual program in the morning and a program on famous ships in the afternoon resulted in this word brainstorming game.
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Save DownloadA day filled with laughter and fun! (as well as activities providing mental stimulation, gentle exercise, team work and friendly competition)
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Save DownloadThe 3rd Monday in September in Japan is a national holiday for "Respect for the Aged Day".
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Save DownloadLots of fun, good for hand eye co ordination and competition. Residents love this game and they get a nice prize at the end.
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Save Download3 large fruit tins screwed onto a piece of wood.
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Save DownloadMeccano, model sets, train set, cars, box brownie cameras and photos, cigarette cards/football cards, marbles and stamps. Lots of stories were told about their childhood.
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Save DownloadOn Sunday we held a little fashion show using the residents as models.
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Save DownloadThis activity is based on the old game of fishing using magnets and paper clips.
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Save DownloadWhen l did this activity the residents wanted to make beads that would match the clothes they wore.
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Save DownloadThis activity uses a basic salt dough recipe but you could use modelling clay.
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Save DownloadThis is a simple recipe to make a soft dough for craft uses.
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Save DownloadA friend suggested to me that an old-fashioned pastime called "Tongue Twisters" might be of interest to carers who are looking for a short time activity which would be suited to people of all ages and interests.
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Save DownloadI filled a vase with peonies and lavender and took it to as many residents as possible.
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Save DownloadAustralian Prime Ministers quiz - great to reminisce & test your knowledge.
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Save DownloadThis activity stimulated conversation about their hopes and wishes but was also simple enough for other residents to join in by choosing and tying materials to the the ring.
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Save DownloadWhen will we meet again, though we don’t know where or when?
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Save DownloadI created a game where around 8 residents sit in a circle. I throw a balloon in the middle and then we all count how many times we can hit it in the air before it touches the ground.
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Save DownloadAs a way to reach those residents who do not enjoy group activities we have created a mobile library.
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Save DownloadBlu-tack 20 or 50 cent coins to the bottoms of their shoes & have the residents taping along with swinging music while remaining seated.
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Save DownloadLovely stained glass windows for any season.
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Save DownloadPrintable flags for decorations
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Save DownloadVases are always in short supply at many facilities. This activity provides your clients with a lovely useful vase made from relatively inexpensive items.
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Save DownloadA cute craft idea to sell on a stall or trading table.
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Save DownloadThe object of the game is to describe the cat and give it a name by going through the alphabet
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Save DownloadThis game is fun & good for memory and concentration.
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Save DownloadMy idea is to take a regular puzzle (such as Sudoku), that is usually "played" by one person sitting alone at a desk or table, (or computer), and to make it an activity that requires players to stand up, move about, and get physically involved.
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Save DownloadI work in a Level 2 Care Rest-home. Encourage Residents to dress up in their finery.
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Save DownloadProvide residents with the opportunity to develop friendships and understanding of one another.
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Save DownloadThis idea can be adapted to suit every theme from Easter to Christmas etc.
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Save DownloadThis is a word game I found on the internet but thought everyone might like to use it for St Patrick's day next month.
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Save DownloadWe take two decks of cards we use the large print ones.
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Save DownloadI am running a complete Winter Olympic Games Morning, we will be decorating the room in Winter theme (snow man and all).
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Save DownloadTry table tennis with no bats and coloured plastic balls for those with eye sight problems.
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Save DownloadThe smell fills the room and some residents have several so make them small to spread them out...
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Save DownloadA fun game that will generate much laughter! Seat participants in a circle with a ball, read the story and when you say the words 'right' or 'left' they should pass the ball in that direction.
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Save DownloadThis is a wonderful reminiscing game for Australian Seniors! It can be adapted to make it easier or harder as required.
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Save DownloadTo celebrate the Chinese New Year why not print out your clients, residents, staff and volunteer names in Chinese lettering.
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Save DownloadSensory salt Garden can assist with behaviours and also serves as a communication tool, along with making your home smell wonderful. Let the imagination run free.
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Save DownloadThis is a game to use for the winter Olympics.
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Save DownloadEasy to make, 4 ingredient, truffles!
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Save DownloadMake Homemade Snow quickly and easily! Great for winter events like the Winter Olympics.
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Save DownloadA wonderful and funny poem written by one of members!
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Save DownloadWrite these up onto a white board (excluding the answers) and have the residents either call out the answer or come up and write them on the board.
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Save DownloadTake your residents on a virtual camping trip!
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Save DownloadI approached a local charity shop and asked for several boxes of clothes of various shapes sizes and genders.
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Save DownloadOnce a fortnight as a change from icecream trolley, we have a milkshake trolley known as the 'Moo Mobile'
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Save DownloadOnce a month I have an Auction for our residents.
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Save DownloadThis is a great program to run for High or Low Care the residents love it.
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Save DownloadA social opportunity for discussion and reminiscing.
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Save DownloadThis is what I am planning and any further ideas would be appreciated.
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Save DownloadThis isn't so much an activity as just an occasion that has created a wonderful buzz within our village.
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Save DownloadI made patty cakes and our residents iced and put sprinkles on the cakes then had them for morning tea. They thought it was great!
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Save DownloadLast month I began this course on the net, now I have a repertoire of 20 songs that we have fun singing!
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Save DownloadAt the facility that I work in a bird seeder is hung in a tree in full view of the residents. The residents have fun trying to guess what type of bird is feeding from the seeder.
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Save DownloadCreate 3D images using the same print and cutting out items you wish to feature in the picture.
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Save DownloadI work in a secure dementia wing and I found this activity excellent, even for vision impaired.
Thank you Marina for submitting this activity!
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Save DownloadAnother way to engage residents and reminisce in a group setting. Thank you for this idea Anjanie!
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Save DownloadFreshly baked bread, a cup of tea and the opportunity to reminisce. A wonderful social activity for the elderly.
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Save DownloadWe are currently running a 10 day living eggs program in our facility where we have had 10 chicken eggs delivered in an incubator.
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Save DownloadOrganise special outings with groups of men to build stronger friendships and reminisce. Thank you Carol for this activity.
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Save DownloadCelebrate cultural diversity by creating flags and sewing or gluing onto fabric.
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Save DownloadThis is how we celebrated Mother's Day in the High Care Unit. Not only did our residents have a great time so did our families and staff.
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Save DownloadCreate a space just for men who can do craft.
This is a great social activity for men.
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Save DownloadForm a Red Hat Society Club to encourage, support and promote friendships amongst women at your facility.
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Save DownloadA fun group activity using enlarged pages from children's books.
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Save DownloadHere is a lovely reminiscing activity with photos to enjoy on Mother's Day.
Thank you Debbie for this activity idea!
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Save DownloadPretty table decorations made from cups, sauces and silk flowers. Mix up some plaster, pour into cups and before it sets push in some pretty silk flowers. The clients loved it and they are so pretty :)
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Save DownloadAt our Day Centre we recently celebrated a milestone birthday of 90 years young. I came across this version of 'MY FAVOURITE THINGS' that Julie Andrews sang when she turned 70 years old.
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Save DownloadI have played this a few times by placing the words on the whiteboard for the people to guess the answers.
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Save DownloadUse plastic spoons to make these lovely wreaths for ANZAC Day!
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Save DownloadHarmony Day is a special day of cultural significance to many.
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Save DownloadOur rec staff have a lolly/treat trolley (a bit like a pink lady trolley in the hospitals).
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Save DownloadI created this Quiz to be similar to the TV show for our low care residents.
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Save DownloadThis week we had a lady bring into our facility, a miniature horse called WHISPER, she was so cute (the horse that is).
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Save DownloadHere is another list of inventions which have made our lives easier.
Thanks Christine for this list!
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Save DownloadMake your own sensory quilts to ease agitated or restless clients.
Thank you Chantal for this wonderful idea!
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Save DownloadOur residents are stamping designs on red copy paper using black ink pads and next week we will cut lanterns and hang them up all decorated.
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Save DownloadI found this web site that allows you to create and print out all types of cards.
It's lovely when a card can be presented that is personalised.
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Save DownloadStart a crochet and knitting club for the enjoyment of all!
A wonderful social activity for the elderly in assisted living facilities.
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Save DownloadReflect and share our thoughts and memories of the past 12 months.
Thanks Fil for this beautiful idea!
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Save DownloadMake Snake into mobile by cutting along lines & hang from its tail.
Thanks Linda for sending this in!
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Save DownloadWe hold a Ball approximately every 6 months. So far we have held the Masquerade Ball, Fantasia Ball, Monster Ball.
This is a fabulous idea Robyn, thanks for sending photos too!
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Save DownloadToday I started a poetry club with my residents. We read a collection of poems with a common theme and discussed them and reminisced. This is an inspiring social activity for seniors.
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Save DownloadWe have played this a few times and everyone enjoys the game, nice to hear the laughter that some of the acting creates. Thanks to Debbie for this activity!
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Save DownloadPicture Matching Bingo - Using large flash cards.
Thanks Heather for sending in this activity!
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Save DownloadAustralian inventions that changed the world. You will be surprised! This is a fun activity for seniors.
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Save DownloadDecorate your activities room with everything 'Australian'.
Thanks Joanne for this idea!
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Save DownloadI bought an inflatable Santa costume off eBay for $31 and I can tell you it went down a treat.
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Save DownloadHere is a beautiful poem about childhood.
Thank you Christine!
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Save DownloadWord games are lots of fun and can be played at any time without much fuss!
Thanks Heather for this activity!
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Save DownloadMake your own unique Christmas polo shirts!
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Save DownloadHere are some ideas to encourage residents to use their fine motor skills and reminisce at the same time. Thanks Joanne!
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Save DownloadMake you own Australian themed 12 Days of Christmas song to enjoy.
Thanks Joanne!
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Save DownloadThis fun quiz is all about well known Christmas Carols.
Thanks Kerry!
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Save DownloadThis idea is a great sing-along game to use any time of the year and a good Happy Hour activity. Thank you Joanne!
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Save DownloadWe were reminiscing about games that we played as children or with our children and monopoly came up. Thank you Joanne!
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Save DownloadGet everyone into the spirit of Christmas with this fun activity.
Thanks Joanne, this is a great idea!
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Save DownloadMake this wonderful games in an craft session and then enjoy for years to come!
Thanks Joanne for this wonderful activity!
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Save DownloadA fun and easy game to play with a group of residents.
Thank you Joanne for this activity!
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Save DownloadCreate your own beautiful craft garden!
This is a lovely activity perfect for a nursing home setting.
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Save DownloadOur residents love their Bingo so we have come up with a similar game to offer an alternative.
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Save DownloadA funny and engaging game you can play with playdough and a little imagination!
Thanks Christine for this fabulous idea!
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Save DownloadI would love you to display this poem that I wrote many years ago, I wrote it on behalf of a wife whose husband had dementia in the Nursing Home.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem Kerry.
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Save DownloadWe are making and decorating our shoes for table decorations.
Thanks for sharing this activity Kerry! (Sourced from http://www.skiptomylou.org/)
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Save DownloadAn inspiring program to transform dreams into reality.
Another wonderful idea submitted by Ron. Thank you Ron!
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Save DownloadFantastic 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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Save DownloadWe play a game we call MarPoolBowls and it is one of the most looked forward to activities we have. Thanks Ron for another great activity!
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Save DownloadIt's not everyday you have a giant fish swimming above your head as if by magic. Thank you Ron for this great idea!
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Save DownloadAn interesting bus trip destination you may not have thought of.
Thanks Ron for your contribution!
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Save DownloadUse Google Maps and the Street View option to take your resident's back to their original homes or on tours of famous World landmarks! It's almost standing room only as residents are now bringing in their children's addresses along, staff are also showing us their abodes.
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Save DownloadHere is a fun art activity that everyone can enjoy. Thanks Melissa for this activity!
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Save DownloadHere are two fun ways you can involve residents in easy and social games. Thanks Marina for this activity!
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Save DownloadFlags, medals, posters for RIO Olympics
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Save DownloadBeautiful scrapbooks made from recycled magazines. Make them to suit the interests of individuals. A wonderful activity for seniors living with dementia.
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Save DownloadPurchase 2 or 3 Pavlova bases, some whipped cream, strawberries, bananas, or any other seasonal fruits at the time.
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Save DownloadIt is well worth checking out the official website for dates of celebrations with links and downloads.
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Save DownloadUse Christmas cards to create lovely Christmas chain decorations!
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Save DownloadMember submitted activity - thank you Filidea!
Beautiful hats made from paper plates, servettes, wrapping paper, bows, feathers and tule.
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Save DownloadMosaics with small tiles - a great activity for men.
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Save DownloadHi Everyone, just wanted to let you know our clown day was very successful.
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Save DownloadWe introduced mobile activities for those residents who choose to stay in their rooms or choose to not attend activities.
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Save DownloadWheel of fortune......make a large circle of plywood, paint it a bright colour.
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Save DownloadWe recently held a teddy bears picnic and it was a huge success!
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Save DownloadAll the answers to this quiz start with INS or MAN
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Save DownloadHere are two uplifiting poems to share!
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Save DownloadBoxing Day Boxes
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Save DownloadThis year for something different we are having yabbie races.
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Save DownloadI give residents a printed list of 10 common abbreviations for them to work out what they are short for.
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Save DownloadIndian Independence Day Celebrations
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Save DownloadGet different fruits that are in season, let residents help prepare them this makes for a good talking point.
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Save DownloadThis is a whiteboard game. When calendars are being sold cheap, I buy 2 of the same calendar. You want visually striking images, such as animals, landmarks, flowers etc
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