I like what you are offering with your Lunch Club.
I noted that you use 'bibs'. I wonder if you would consider calling them 'clothes protectors'? This is more adult and is also truthful. I think it is a great idea for you to put on a clothes protector first to normalise the practice. Perhaps you could have different/pretty designs/colors...
I'm not sure how you will manage the stressful situation (do you have access to casual activity staff?) but do not risk your own physical and mental health.
Hi Kim, Would it be possible to take the resident in question to the beach on an outing? Some local bay side councils will hire out specially adapted wheel chairs which can travel on sand. Or perhaps a long walk or wheel chair ride along a long pier. Could you download a movie about the sea? eg. Moby Dick Make a collage about sea creatures and other sea related items. Create a Mermaid! Good luck! Kaye
We hosted a 'High Tea' to honor the Royal Wedding with freshly made scones, jam and cream and other delicacies. It worked well! We had a 'royal quiz' and 'who is your favorite (and least favorite) royal? We played some beautiful classical music. I put some of my own ideas into play but the basic idea to host a high tea came from Golden Carers. Thank you! Kaye Activities Assistant Girrawheen Centre Brighton Vic
Thank you Golden carers for all the great ideas. My residents really enjoy the quizzes and some of the craft activities. They especially want "This day in history". I try to make it a morning ritual after the newspaper reading. This month there are so many great ideas for St Patrick's day, many I have printed off to use. I take this opportunity to wish you all a Happy St Patrick's day. Here is my beautiful cat, she is much more photogenic than me!
How to Improve the Dining Experience for Seniors
I like what you are offering with your Lunch Club.
I noted that you use 'bibs'. I wonder if you would consider calling them 'clothes protectors'? This is more adult and is also truthful. I think it is a great idea for you to put on a clothes protector first to normalise the practice. Perhaps you could have different/pretty designs/colors...
Good luck with your lunch club!
Kaye (Activities worker in Melbourne, Australia)