Party Themes for Dementia Care

Everybody likes to have fun and relax among friends. Parties are the ideal way to celebrate special dates throughout the year and commemorate birthdays.

In long-term residential care, the planning and realization of parties is the responsibility of Activity Directors and Coordinators. How fortunate then, that you are resourceful and creative people, well accustomed to working within budget constraints!

What makes a GREAT party?

A theme! Theme parties are the best ‘homemade’ fun there is! They serve to reinforce social bonds and provide a most welcome break from the routine.

Conventional parties and gatherings differ from Theme Parties in that the latter inspire people to explore the childish, immature side of their personalities. Having fun at a theme party means letting go of your serious and judgmental self and finding your inner silly self for the party’s duration!

Theme Parties are Easier to Plan

Theme parties are also easier to plan than regular parties because the themes themselves provide a framework from which to draw your inspiration. Theme parties are an opportunity to introduce residents to fun new activities, crafts, foods, and cultures.

Enthusiasm + Preparation

The most important element of a themed party is enthusiasm! Activity Coordinators should provide staff with the resources and tools they need to be creative and inspiring.

If the audience is happy and enthusiastic, they will laugh at and enjoy silly jokes ‘gone-wrong’, magic tricks, funny stories, weird dances, and more.

Related: How to Plan an Annual Event for Seniors

Themed parties are remembered for the exciting atmosphere, special guests, games, competitions, lucky door prizes, food, and above all, the fun and enjoyment!

Plan a memorable Themed Party at your facility! The sky is the limit.

Theme Party Ideas:

Circus Theme Party	1950s Nostalgia Party	How To Host A Country & Western Themed Party
How To Host A High Tea Party	How To Host A Hawaiian Luau Party	How To Host A Show Day
Lucille Ball Look-Alike Competition	How To Celebrate Elvis Presley's Birthday	Celebrating Grandparents Day
Spring Party	Multicultural Market Day!	Mexican Fiesta

More Party Themes to Try:

• The Roaring Twenties
• The Hippies 1960s
• The Beatles
• Cowboys and Indians
• Pyjama Party
• Masquerade Ball
• English Pub Bash
  Related: Pub Songs Happy Hour
• Opera
• Agatha Christie
• Motorcycle Club Visit
• Orchid Display
• ABBA
• Media & Technology
• Christmas in July
• Mad Hatters Tea Party
• Arabian Nights
• Old Hollywood Glamour
• Book Club
• Karoke
• Winter Wonderland
• When in Rome...
  Related: Italian Themed Party Ideas
• Beach
• Football
• Cupcake Day

We'd love to hear your feedback!
What themes have you found to work well?