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11 Tips I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Started Working as an Activity Director

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.

'Bored Board' Brain Training for Seniors

I have set this up for the unit that I work in and our CEO loves it so much she wants me to set one up for each of the units over different sites. Customize them to suit you. Look forward to seeing what you all do.

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

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…

This is a really fun exercise activity for seniors to play in aged care, it’s a game that gives the players a great amount of physical stimulation and the excitement can build into a very competitive atmosphere. Follow the how to play steps.

This is a really fun exercise activity for seniors to play in aged care, it’s a game that gives the players a great amount of physical stimulation and the excitement can build into a very competitive atmosphere. Follow the how to play steps.

10 Activities to Make Seniors Laugh: Instilling a culture of humor and laughter into long-term care facilities is good for everyone and may even improve the overall functioning and well-being of your clients. It is important to incorporate funny and amusing activities into your regular program that cater to all tastes.

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 10 Activities to Make People Laugh The Importance Of Laughter In Long Term Care Facilities ›

Keeping Fit in Aged Care | Exercise for Seniors

When exercise is a suggested activity for people to attend in aged care I find residents usually comment “I’m too old for that” or” I can’t do that” but if you come up with a catchy name for the group you could be on to a winner activity. One of the most popular activities I...

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Touring senior living options is great. But if you're wanting to gain a little more insight into what a day in the life of that community may look like take a moment to check out their social media. These accounts often post about their residents and daily activities going on inside the community. It's also a great way to see what their fans and followers are saying about them!
Senior living is a big decision. And with so many choices out there, it's easy to get bogged down in the minutia. Putting together a wish list will help! Whether it's pet accommodations, room size, or even available activities, creating a list of priorities helps to narrow down the options when it comes time to choose the place where you'll feel most at home.
Need some inspiration for your next activity calendar? We’ve got you covered. Here are 10 activity ideas to try with residents in your senior living community that will keep them active and engaged, all while having a blast. With ideas that will help your residents appreciate the natural world, get some low-impact exercise, and create gift-worthy arts and crafts, this list has something for everyone!