Outdoor
Sunshine, fresh air, flowers, birds and the vibrant colours of the day, will stimulate all the senses. Outdoor activities are relaxing and uplifting.
-
Original Shoe Planters
Shoe planters are fun to make and will give your garden or courtyard a whimsical flair. A fun activity for seniors!
-
Ocean Themed Sing-Along with Lyrics
Have a Sing-along over fish & chips lunch to celebrate World Ocean Day!
7 Comments
-
Fishing Outing
We 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.
1 Comment Member Share
-
Teddy Bears Picnic Party/Get together
A 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.
1 Comment Member Share
-
Coastal Bus Trip and Fun Day
In 2016 the theme for World Ocean Day is 'Healthy Oceans - Healthy Planet'. Organise a bus trip to celebrate the occasion. Take clients to the bay side, beach or wetlands for a stimulating and worthwhile activity.
-
Sunshine and Song
Bring 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.
2 Comments Member Share
-
How to start a Garden Club for Seniors
For seniors living in nursing homes, the benefits of garden related activities are abounding. Here are some wonderful garden activities for the elderly.
6 Comments
-
Weather Station Activities for Seniors
Maintaining a weather station is an absorbing activity suitable for any time of the year. Men in particular will love this activity!
15 Comments
-
How to create a Backyard Bird Habitat
Bird watching is a rewarding pastime that can bring immense pleasure by connecting people with nature. In this article we cover: Benefits of a Bird Habitat, Planning a Bird Habitat, Landscaping considerations, Feeders, Birdhouses & shelter.
-
Make your own Bird Bath
This is a wonderful way to encourage creativity. It is a fun activity that can be shared by two people.
-
Sensory Stimulation with Wind Chimes
Wind chimes have been around for hundreds of years. They have been known to have a healing effect on the mind; reducing stress and promoting relaxation and creativity.
6 Comments
-
Bird Watching
At 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.
2 Comments Member Share
-
How to Create a Desert Terrarium
Horticultural activities for seniors using recycled materials. Desert terrariums are fun to make and easy to maintain.
1 Comment
-
Pruning
Sensory stimulation. Promotion of physical activity.
-
Horticultural Therapy
This is a very soothing and worthwhile activity
1 Comment
-
Lunch at the Bay
Stimulate the senses and enjoy the outdoors
6 Comments
-
Outdoor Gardening
Gardening is a wonderful physical and emotional activity for seniors. It is an opportunity to reminisce about times gone by while reaping the benefits of sunshine, fresh air and gentle exercise
8 Comments
Become a member!
A 12 month membership with unlimited access is just $39.50 USD! It’s quick and easy to sign up.
Join Now20+ FREE Samples
Enjoy meaningful activity ideas that you can use with your clients straight away.
This is a valuable resource for those working with older people. The activities are suitable for a range of abilities and focus on fun for all.
Donna McConnell
Activities Coordinator
