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Susan Berg is a freelance writer, retired healthcare professional, retired Activity Director and current writer for several senior care e-magazines with more than 20 years of experience working with Senior Citizens and eight years experience writing for a number of publications. She is the author of a book for those with dementia and their caregivers. Susan has two blogs about activities for seniors and information vital to all wanting to know about dementia. She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and North Shore Community College.

Senior Citizens

Susan is an expert on senior citizen issues. She is currently a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA). In this role, she has worked with senior citizens. Susan is an expert on adapting and modifying activities so that seniors can participate in them. She spent twenty years as an Activity Director in nursing homes. She devised, planned, coordinated, and facilitated stimulating activity programming. Also she designed a program for homebound senior citizens. Currently, Susan shares her knowledge about senior activities on one of her blogs.

Dementia

Susan is also an expert on dementia and related issues. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner(CPD). She has participated in numerous workshops, seminars and alike where she has gained much knowledge. Her work as an Activity Director and COTA has given her much knowledge and experience in relating to individuals with dementia. Susan is passionate about sharing her knowledge. She is hopeful that people will do what they can to prevent or at least slow down dementia in themselves or loved ones. Susan has shared many tips on how to prevent dementia or slow it down on her other blog.

Feel free to visit and comment at either of Susan’s blogs at http://activitiesdirector.blogspot.com http://dementiaviews.blogspot.com

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Susan
Susan Activity Director
2 months ago
No-Prep Activities Program Pack
Hi Amanda I would add a deck of playing cards because there are so many things you can do with a deck of playing cards https://www.goldencarers.com/playing-cards-all-inclusive-games-for-seniors/5236
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
2 months ago
Make Your Own Mayan Mask
Hi Teagan You might like this mask as well https://www.goldencarers.com/create-your-own-lucha-libre-mask/94355
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
2 months ago
Hi Lysiane I did a search on golden carers That might help https://www.goldencarers.com/activities/assistant?ask=0ayrs2ck
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
2 months ago
Design a Nigerian Gele
Hi Bev Thanks for sharing these lovely pictures
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
2 months ago
Daddy Wouldn't Buy Me a Bow-Wow Singalong
Hi Tracy I agree that educational activities are good to keep their brain active I think learning should be a life long journey Here are some more ideas https://www.goldencarers.com/20-lifelong-lea...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
2 months ago
Have you Ever...? Game Paddles
Hi Eyvonne I like this idea too It is especially good for lower functioning residents I think that makes it easier for the group leader as well Thank you for sharing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
2 months ago
Flower Leis for a Hawaiian Party
If you want to make this activity, even easier, get some tissue paper and have some of the residents ripped into strips Then put a flower piece of straw and then a strip of tissue paper that can be sc...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
3 months ago
Noodle Soccer
Hi Cathy These are very good suggestions. Thank you for sharing them.
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
3 months ago
I am from Massachusetts and we celebrated Patriots’ Day I know that most states do not celebrate this our holiday but it’s fun to remember this day I especially like to read Paul’s Reveres Ride http...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
3 months ago
Easter Door Hangers
Hi Andrea Yes, coloring is a great activity for seniors. I am so glad your clients were inspired by this. Golden Carers has many coloring activities https://www.goldencarers.com/coloring Thanks for s...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
3 months ago
Song Pictionary
Greetings M&M Singing the songs after guessing what they are is a good way to extend this activity and I bet it was a lot of fun. Thanks for sharing.
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
3 months ago
Hi Joyce You and your residents might enjoy these as well https://www.goldencarers.com/musical-bingo---name-that-tune/9453 https://www.goldencarers.com/name-the-song-sing-along/90085
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
3 months ago
Cupcake Flower Collage
Muchas gracias por la pictografía
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
3 months ago
Lucky Dog Card Game
Hi Dawn This is a great idea. Thanks for sharing.
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
3 months ago
This is Mother's Day Song & Lyrics
Hi CATH This is lovely and I’m sure many will be able to use it Thank you so much for sharing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
Movie Day Favorites for Seniors
Hi Amber, and Tracey Thank you for the movie suggestion's Here are some other ones https://www.goldencarers.com/100-movie-recommendations-for-seniors/3902
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
Irish Carpet Bowls
Hi Jane That is a nice way to make this game more festive Thank you for sharing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
St. Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt
Hi Jocelyn You made very nice images I am sure others will use them Thank you
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
Hi Balhousie I think these Activities might help you also https://www.goldencarers.com/7-drawing-activities-for-seniors/6200
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
Hi SCOTT Congratulations I can already tell you’re going to be a great activity director. This article will definitely help you look at the comments also. https://www.goldencarers.com/how-to-start-a-p...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
Karaoke Happy Hour
Hi again https://open.spotify.com/artist/0k1R2FoFNBE16U2oxHI7I7 His songs are on YouTube
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
Karaoke Happy Hour
Hi Kelly I know this isn’t exactly what you are looking for, but I always found Russ Carlton to be very engaging I could put him on the TV screen and residents would sing along with the screen I am no...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
Read-Aloud Audience Participation Story #12
Hi Denise This sounds like a good idea I say whatever works for you group you use it Thanks for sharing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
4 months ago
Hi Ash I do not know if this resident has dementia or not, but the strategies might help you https://www.goldencarers.com/10-communication-strategies-for-dementia-care/4774 You could also if You coul...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
Mardi Gras Scavenger Hunt
Here is a fun quiz for Mardi Gras https://www.goldencarers.com/mardi-gras-quiz/92284
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
https://www.goldencarers.com/reminiscing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
Welcome, Dale This article will be very helpful with ideas https://www.goldencarers.com/Sensory-Stimulation-for-Dementia-Care/4184 Here are some reminiscing ideas
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
20 Lifelong Learning Themes for Seniors
Hi Tonya This is a great idea. Cannot wait till you put dancing through the ages up on the forum Thanks for sharing the idea
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
Giant Yahtzee
Hi Cath I love Yahtzee Where did you get the giant dice? Thank you in advance
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
Hand Massage & Nail Care
Hi Darla Glad this article was helpful for you and I like your feedback about hand pampering Thank you for sharing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
Sensory Stimulation for Dementia Care
Hi Darla You are right this article is i very informative for new staff wanting to implement sensory activities I am sure printing it out for her will help immensely Thank you for sharing this idea
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
40 Gift Ideas for the Elderly
Hi Amanda Sounds like a good idea for raising money and for gift ideas Too bad the manager doesn’t contribute anymore She must think you are doing a great job at giving the residents token Christmas...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
NFL Football Teams Word Search
If you are doing this as group you can mention the cities that the teams are from If you want to hand this out then you could hand out another sheet with the city and team names Thanks
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
Hi Isabel, welcome to aged care - it’s great to hear how much you’re enjoying the role. For residents with very short attention spans, simple and familiar activities often work best. Card and dice ga...
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
15 Sensory Activities for Late Stage Alzheimer's
Hi Sally, what about music? Many people with late stage dementia, respond well to music, some even sing songs that they have sung in the past It can be amazing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
50's & 60's Rock & Roll Bingo
Hi Lynn I think this activity would go well with a 1950s nostalgia party https://www.goldencarers.com/1950s-nostalgia-party/4827
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
Hi Kelsey I think this activity on golden Carers will be very helpful to you https://www.goldencarers.com/cooking-activities-for-pured-and-mechanical-soft-diets/5166
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
Hi Ash Working with High Care residents is a challenge. Read this post from Lorraine and the answers to it. I think it will be very helpful to you. https://www.goldencarers.com/comments/40840
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
5 months ago
How to Start a Garden Club for Seniors
That is really creative Beth. Thanks for sharing.
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
Round Robin Storytelling
Good idea, Robert I think using the chalkboard is very helpful I like the once upon a time beginning Thank you for sharing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
Chatty Cards
So glad you like this activity, Denise I agree it’s very adaptable H makes it very helpful. Thank you for your feedback
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
Coloring for Seniors - Man On Motorcycle
Hi Julie Thanks for your feedback. Glad you liked this picture and it meets the needs of your clients
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
The Price is Right Visual Quiz - 60s & 70s
Hi AnnMarie You might like these https://www.goldencarers.com/the-price-is-right-toys-of-the-decades/79258
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
Funny Poems by Roald Dahl
Sounds like a fun idea and creative too Thanks for sharing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
The Happy Wanderer Exercise & Singalong
What a great idea Sheila thanks for sharing
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
Festive Paper Lantern Craft
Hi Taylor Thanks for this helpful and useful information
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
Lily Pad Leap Frog Game
Hi Taylor Sounds like a great idea. Thanks for the info.
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
Music & Motion Ribbon Exercise
Hi Jackie This forum post is old, but may still help you with moving to music read all the comments too https://www.goldencarers.com/comments/12358
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
"Hello" Around the World Quiz
You probably would like this one too https://www.goldencarers.com/say-hello-goodbye-in-different-languages/3853
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Susan
Susan Activity Director
6 months ago
Christmas Jeopardy
For those who want to play a Jeopardy game for Christmas or another time, you can change the questions to meet and need of your residents You can use a whiteboard or not, but the attachments may help...
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