Our local food bank donates non alcohol beer of variety of types. Our local A & W donated small root beer steins x 12.. We are planning a party - and will share how it goes
Our community church group comes in once a week, and shares stories from the Christian Bible. As most of our population are Christians, this works well. They provide a non-denominational "story" of events in the Bible that most people know or grew up with. Our Christian facilitators also provide history of ancient times and modern day for the big screen. A well received and attended program by our Residents.
3 ideas: 1. nuts bolts and washers. from your local hardware. Larger the better. But not too heavy. Amazon Company ( Melisa and Doug toys) have a similar set in wood. 4-5 men . supervised, for dementia and rehab (fingers). 2. Large deck of cards. 21 game/Blackjack. with cards facing up for each player. Coffee with Bailey coffee cream (non alcohol). Assist small group of men. 3. Vintage Vehicle Program. discussion, photos, name the vehicle, then color Talk about old engines, transmissions, 4barrel , 2 carb, muscle cars, ect. Vintage Coloring Books. Amazon Company Darla, CGV Therapist
Last year we introduced equine therapy(outdoors), which was wonderful This year, we plan 2 spring visits, and 2 fall visits with the horses to our village.
As you mention; Robotic Animal Therapy is beneficial for late stages of Alzheimer's, in addition to Palliating Residents. I plan to print off both articles and share with our care staff as part of benefits for Emotional Support in Therapeutic Recreation.
Our village provides an animal policy and medical form to all dog and cat visits , and residents.
See the Golden Carers 'Winter Wonderland Tea Party". You may not be able to do all that decorating as you are on your own, but some hot chocolate with candy canes, or hot apple juice (cider) with cinnamon sticks' along with some party chips (melt popcorn twists or melt cheezies) for all diet types. Put on the Christmas Carols on the TV or music box and have fun with it! You've got this!
I love your idea! in our village care home, we combine Recreation and Rehab. At St Patrick's Day, and on Christmas Eve, I created something similar to your idea - thanks for sharing!
We created and laminated 40 small Leprechauns, and then later, Elves. and place at various locations around our facility (open concept, not separate units). As the lead therapist, I ask the staff to get involved and pair up with a Resident for a half hour of fun. The team that collects the most leprechauns/elves wins a prize. Photos are taken for our company newsletter.
We encourage using the physical abilities: the Residents who are able to walk using walker, able to ambulate, walk, and able to self propel use their wheelchairs. They are teamed-up with staff member(s) in the search.
It is a very successful activity and enjoyment for all, and gets the staff engaged in Recreation and Rehabilitation with our Residents.
Hi Darla, In our village, we have a giant world map we fix to the wall, we cover all the indigenous cultures of the world, and place the continent sticky note on each (Eurasia, Africa, ect). Then we look at the indigenous populations of our own country (Canada); then the First Nations within our own community, of which we have 3 . Then a bit of history about each of our own First Nations. I have purchased short books from amazon that are included in a program each year on June 21. We also have indigenous community celebrations at 2 local parks. The Independent Living Bus to transport our residents to join in. For our long term care folks, a performance later that week of children and youth jungle dancers and hoop dancers in their regalia. I have also purchased a buffalo drum from a specialized music store for the sensory experience. We use youtube on the big screen with our laptop HDMI hookup. A great amount of background and early morning searching goes into planning and preparing for programs of a diversional nature. I am also able to incorporate Recreation Therapy into these programs for specific needs.
Your site is easy to use, I use it more often than the one our consultant has 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 of the other Recreational Therapy sites.
Sherrie Gardner Recreational Therapist United States
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Our local A & W donated small root beer steins x 12..
We are planning a party - and will share how it goes
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