Fall senior activities

Despite the new PDPM regulations adding a new level of stress on therapists across the nation, Katie Johnson-Evers and her therapy team at a south Kansas City RehabCare facility wanted to do something special for their residents this year. The therapy staff of nine full time therapists were brainstorming ideas for Fall group therapy when ... Read More about SNF Group Therapy: A “No-Fall Festival”

Do you have an administrator who’s a bit uneasy about preparing your senior living facility for Halloween? Or do you have residents who may shy away from activities with witches and ghosts? Instead of focusing on the creatures of Halloween, switch your focus on the fun of Halloween.

These yarn pumpkins are such a gorgeous little fall craft project - great for a table centerpiece or even a fall mantle. They're beautiful on their own, or in a group! Have you seen that fabulous pin going around Pinterest showing the multi coloured yarn balls? Seriously, take a look at how GORGEOUS these yarn balls are. So I thought, what a fun twist to turn those little balls into pumpkins! And you know what? They ended up looking awesome! This post contains affiliate links. If you use…

Getting another month out of an already existing bulletin board at the nursing home. I asked every one of my residents what they were thankful for and made a Tree of Thanks!

Autumn is here and it’s time to start planning fun fall events for your residents. If you’re looking for ideas, simply use upcoming observances as inspiration for your senior activities. For instance, try out the following seven themes as a guide for this year’s autumn festivities in your senior facility.

Discover fun and easy crafts for seniors to make in nursing homes! These simple and affordable DIY projects are perfect for senior citizens looking to stay creative and engaged. From dollar store finds to crafts specifically designed for those with Alzheimer's, there's something here for everyone. Get inspired with these senior craft ideas perfect for assisted living facilities. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of crafting while creating beautiful projects together. Let's get crafting!

These November activities for adults will help you to squeeze the last bit out of autumn before winter (and the holidays) take over.

From spooky Halloween spiders to fun and easy Halloween papercrafts to coloring pages and word games, you will find creative ideas for all ability levels.

Need some Fall themes and ideas for your fall activity calendars? Here are a few to try for the September, October and November months.

perfect Fall activity. Great for toddlers. Even if the leaves don't end up on the branches that's okay because it's Fall anyway! lol