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Pat
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New Jersey,
United States
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How to Avoid Burnout
YES !!! We all put our heart and soul to make a difference in these beautiful folks.
I believe working back to back --- from one activity to another without a break is not good. You should have a...
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The Power of Touch in Senior Care
I have a couple of afternoons dedicated for hand massage and manicure which I have found to be very successful in calming residents who are aggravated and tired. I will offer my two hands and give th...
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I did with one handbag. They really had fun. I tried this as a group... as well as one on one. Both worked well.
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Thank you Talita and Molly for your encouragement. Yes !!! sorting the handbag worked so well. They even laughed when they saw a kitchen sponge and laundry pegs among the items to sort out for the...
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I love Goldencarers. I began working with Memory Care about an year ago. Golden carers came for my rescue. I am usually creative, but when it comes to settling to a limited number of activities I g...
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Games for People Living with Dementia
What I do is, I get all the residents to gather around. I prefer this exercise in the morning after their breakfast. Use some upbeat music like 50s 60s cha-cha... do an exercise like exercising wi...
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The Power of Touch in Senior Care
Yes !!!
I totally believe in a precious touch.... I am able to experience the energies we exchange with that gentle touch and your voice that give them the safety and assurance they need. Well,...
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4th of July Jell-o Dessert
I was thinking of a July 4 activity and I just see this. I will certainly try this for fourth of July.
Taking this opportunity to say THANK YOU for the activity ideas. This website is my saviou...
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Your site is easy to use - I use it more often than the one our consultant set up! I use so many of your ideas and love the Facebook page where everyone shares ideas, concerns, and triumphs. I feel connected to a big wonderful caring society! I am always telling my co-workers how awesome Golden Carers is. I feel it is more in touch with the needs of my residents than many other recreational therapy sites.
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