Activity director ideas

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Check out our activity director ideas newsletter to find fun senior activity ideas for the seniors in your assisted living facility this month.

As an Activity Coordinator, I definitely know how it is to work under a budget and as a former teacher, I know how it is to work with practically no budget too! So I’ve compiled a short list (I’m sure I’ll add to as I think of them) of some free resources that any Activity Coordinator or Director can use. 1.http://www.supercoloring.com Website for drawing tutorials and printer friendly coloring sheets. The drawing tutorials in particular have been well received in my activities…

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.

Activity Director Craft & Event Ideas

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

This game is great for developing hand-eye coordination and provides endless fun for our residents.

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.

Are you NEW to senior activity programming? If so, then click through to read our 5 tips to help you avoid the #1 obstacle for Activity Directors: Overwhelm! #senioractivitydirector #senioractivityprogram

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.

Some senior living activity departments are made up of only one employee who does everything. So how can you pull off having a great activity program without an activity staff? Read our how-to article to find out some tips to apply to your nursing home. #assistedliving #activityprogram

We are all creative geniuses, but some activity directors do not realize how amazingly creative they can be. Improve your creativity skills with these 3 tips that will help you tap into your skills and grow your monthly activity calendars for your assisted living facility.

very Activity Professional is unique, but there are a few items that can increase your inspiration, self-care, and leadership potential. If you don’t have these items already in your office, consider if you might benefit from the addition.

Seniors need to keep active for the health of their bodies and minds. Here are some ideas for activity directors to keep the group active and involved.

Ice cream sundays with cardboard cut-out and a portable player that plays ice cream truck music. For music file, contact Paul.

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

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!

If your activity room at your assisted living is often vacant and you struggle with getting residents to attend your senior activities, try adding a few of these ideas to attract more attendance.