Senior resident activity ideas

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.

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.

Independent and Assisted Living Activity Calendar Click on Calendar to Enlarge

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.

Some activity departments are made up of only one employee who does everything. So how can you pull off having a great activity program without a staff? Get more senior activity ideas at notjustbingo.com TODAY!

Nursing Home Entertainment Ideas for Seniors

An Oklahoma City senior living facility got in on the first day of school photo fun with awesome pictures of its residents.

Although afternoons may be nap time for some, try to liven up your facility around two or three in the afternoon with fun afternoon socials. Here are a few guidelines to follow while trying to create fun afternoon socials for your residents. Get more senior activity ideas at notjustbingo.com TODAY!