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10 Activities to Make Seniors Laugh Senior Center Activities, Assisted Living Activities, Senior Citizen Activities, Memory Care Activities, Senior Living Activities, Nursing Home Activities, Alzheimers Activities, Long Term Care Facilities, Senior Games

Laughing doesn't just lighten your load mentally, it actually induces physical changes in your body. Laughter has been clinically proven to strengthen your immune system, activate and relieve your stress response and stimulate many organs. In this article we cover: Sometimes Laughter is the Best Medicine 10 Benefits of Laughter Tips for Adding Humour to your Facility 12 Activities to Make People Laugh The Importance Of Laughter In Long Term Care Facilities ›

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Summer Crafts For Nursing Home Residents, Activities For Seniors In Nursing Homes, Senior Citizen Activities Games, Older Adults Activities, Senior Care Activities, Elderly Activities Crafts, Senior Center Activities, Assisted Living Activities, Senior Citizen Activities

When I started my first Activity Director job, I was only a few years out of college. While I had worked with seniors in a skilled nursing community before, nothing quite prepared me for taking on an Activity Director role. Here are a few things I wish someone had told me in those first few weeks, months, and years.

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Do you have an administrator who’s a bit uneasy about preparing your senior living facility for Halloween? Or do you have residents who may shy away from activities with witches and ghosts? Instead of focusing on the creatures of Halloween, switch your focus on the fun of Halloween. Elderly Halloween Party Ideas, Halloween Ideas For Senior Citizens, Senior Halloween Crafts, Senior Craft Ideas Assisted Living, Fall Activity Ideas For Seniors, Senior Center Halloween Party, Fun Halloween Activities For Seniors, Fall Activities For Assisted Living, Halloween Activities For Nursing Home

Do you have an administrator who’s a bit uneasy about preparing your senior living facility for Halloween? Or do you have residents who may shy away from activities with witches and ghosts? Instead of focusing on the creatures of Halloween, switch your focus on the fun of Halloween.

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Assisted Living Activities, Senior Citizen Activities, Memory Care Activities, Senior Assisted Living, Senior Living Activities, Nursing Home Activities, Therapeutic Recreation, Alzheimers Activities, Recreation Therapy

In most senior care communities, there are residents who prefer solitude or have introverted tendencies. These individuals enjoy being in their bedrooms and often choose not to actively seek interactions with others. In this article we cover: Loners vs. Introverts: An Important Distinction Common Reasons for Choosing Solitude Mental Illness and Social Alienation Considerations Isolation in Senior Care: Addressing the Challenges 15 Activities for Loners and Introverts

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As an Activity Coordinator, things can get really busy and there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day.  It’s hard to sneak away time at your desk for notes or planning because every activity is so hands on.  Well, I have come up with a list of 10 activities most seniors should be able to do independently so you can take some time to work at your desk, plan activities or just catch up on emails.   1. Gardening Club I just set out supplies on a table, zip lock of dirt, flower pot, seeds Senior Center Activities, Assisted Living Activities, Senior Citizen Activities, Memory Care Activities, Senior Living Activities, Activities For Seniors, Nursing Home Activities, Alzheimers Activities, Care Homes

As an Activity Coordinator, things can get really busy and there just doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day. It’s hard to sneak away time at your desk for notes or planning because every activity is so hands on. Well, I have come up with a list of 10 activities most seniors should be able to do independently so you can take some time to work at your desk, plan activities or just catch up on emails. 1. Gardening Club I just set out supplies on a table, zip lock of dirt, flower pot…

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25 fall-themed craft ideas for seniors, featuring an elderly woman and autumn decorations. Crafting Ideas For Seniors, Autumn Activities For Elderly, Autumn Activities For Seniors, Fun Activities For Memory Care, Activities To Do With Senior Citizens Assisted Living, Fall Craft Ideas For Senior Citizens, Simple Fall Crafts For Seniors Easy, Fall Games For Senior Citizens, Fall Activities For Assisted Living

Discover fun and easy crafts for seniors to make in nursing homes! These simple and affordable DIY projects are perfect for senior citizens looking to stay creative and engaged. From dollar store finds to crafts specifically designed for those with Alzheimer's, there's something here for everyone. Get inspired with these senior craft ideas perfect for assisted living facilities. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of crafting while creating beautiful projects together. Let's get crafting!

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