Assisted living activities

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…

We’re bringing you 10 more unique activity ideas to try with residents in your senior living community! Take your residents on a virtual adventure, celebrate Grandparent’s Day, and unwind from all the excitement with some classic games. We hope the activities on this list inspire you!

Do you recall the classic game show ‘The Price is Right’ that graced TV screens across the globe, especially during the 50s? Many of our cherished seniors in aged care surely have fond memories of that era. Now, let’s transport them back to those exciting times with a simple yet delightful format of this iconic show, carefully designed to spark engaging conversations and heartwarming reminiscences.

If you're feeling overwhelmed with creating different types of activities for the seniors in your assisted living facility, then keep reading to view 14 types of activities that you can begin adding to your monthly senior activity calendars today.

Laughter is a natural and essential part of life. Beyond the immediate pleasure it brings, laughter is a powerful force with lasting effects on our well-being. It offers a host of benefits that are worth exploring, especially for seniors.

Are you looking to add more excitement to your afternoon socials at your assisted living facility? Find out how to make them more fun for you senior residents with our how-to article including 10 tips and activity ideas.

So, you're going solo? No worries. Keep reading to learn 9 tips that can help you plan fun senior activities for your assisted living residents - even if you don't have an activity staff

If you have a loved one in an assisted living facility, it can be difficult to come up with fun activities to enjoy together, particularly if they struggle with mobility or cognitive difficulty. But fear not, we've put together a list of 25 activities for senior citizens that can strengthen your bond, enhance important skills and, most importantly, provide a whole lot of fun. See the full list here.

Whiteboards are an indispensable tool for Activity Coordinators and can be used for group activities, communication and learning!

The first day of school is exciting and nerve-wracking for students and teachers. I can remember anxiously preparing for my first First Day as a brand new teacher. I had run through so many different scenarios in my mind of what I thought could happen. The reality w

15 Activities for Loners and Introverted Seniors

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.

Golden Carers adds new activities for seniors weekly to help you keep things fresh and stimulating. Be inspired with meaningful ideas for any occasion.

Advertisement for a movie night in the dorm. Really easy to create

10 free and easy group activities for the elderly and seniors. Great for nursing homes and assisted living retirement communities, activity directors

10 whiteboard activity ideas. A compilation of ideas for activities to do on a whiteboard. A versitile tool for anyone working with others.

Simple activity ideas for seniors and caregivers to beat the heat in summer. List of ideas includes activities with the grandkids, trips, and indoor activities.