A new activity has been posted by a Golden Carers member: Impressionist Hydrangeas

Hi Freya, I would start small and keep it simple. Maybe start with a small group- even just 2 or 3 to start and gradually add to 5 or 6 participants. Maybe also keep the activity short and sweet, but...

Hi Tina, YouTube has some great age appropriate music and some incorporate the words for singing along. Apple Music has "stations" that allow you to choose music from the 40's 50's and 60's. We dan...

Hi Peter, Welcome! This site is fantastic- I hope you are finding lots of inspiration and ideas for your new position. Our jobs are not always easy, however the support on the site is wonderful and h...

Thank you! I'm excited to use these with my group. Modern Marvels Lighthouses episode will be my first- we live in a town with one of our country's oldest lighthouse!

Thanks so much! I am going to start a series with this idea!

Hi Cecilia, Can you suggest some "how it's made" shows or links? I think my people would really love that! It's a great idea! Thank you! Jen

Thanks, Susan! I appreciate the help and the links!

Hi, Does anyone facilitate or work in a Day Program for early stage Alzheimer’s ? If so, how is your day structured and any ideas for activities? We'll do exercise, some brain games, something cre...

Thank you Rose! I didn't think of that- especially the storage!

Thanks, Jean! I will check those out. I was planning on exercise balls, but could easily look for something a bit smaller.

Hi Susan, Thank you! I'll check all of that info out. I appreciate your suggestions!

Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can suggest a place to purchase round laundry style baskets and exercise balls to sit atop them for drumming with my senior group. Or perhaps there are better alternatives?...

Where did you purchase your baskets and balls? I have a very slim budget and would love to incorporate this!

Hi, my memory care population is mostly mid/late and late stage. It's a challenge to find activities, but I agree that music is a great way to engage. I've asked family members and looked on their cha...