Geriatric activities

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 ›

We cover the importance of meaningful and functional occupational therapy interventions to use with your patients affected by dementia.

Discover group exercise for seniors to keep them fit and active. Enjoy fun and engaging workouts with Keep Fit Group Exercise for Seniors.

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…

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

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

You might've heard that Christmas is all about giving. No, scratch that - you know it in your bones! Truly, it is such a wonderful feeling to give a person something they cherish and enjoy and to get something in return - whether it's a smile, a kind word, or a thing that makes your heart melt. Now, however much fun such an interaction is, you can, in theory, always make it even more exciting in a very simple way - by playing gift exchange games. Now that's what we call an excellent…

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