GROUP ACTIVITY IDEAS IN ASSISTED LIVING

Many seniors will agree to the fact that excitement lightens up their mood and help them to feel better. For this reason, assisted living directors have created various activities that create lots of fun and excitement and added them into the activity calendar of their residents. This is far beyond the usual bingo nights and bridges game. Although these are also fun, residents now need something different from the usual “thing” they are used to already.

Many assisted living facilities are already up for the challenge as they now run dynamic activity calendars all year round. The goal is to add fun and entertaining activities to prevent residents from boredom and the feeling of depression.

We have spoken to lots of assisted living locations and here are some of the fun group activity ideas they have incorporated into their calendars.


OUTINGS, FUN & ENTERTAINING LOCATIONS

Consider taking them to museums, opera, musical concerts, and bus rides to mystery destinations. Most all locations tell us it is perfect for removing the feeling of loneliness when you take them to places, they have never been or been before or they have been there, but some time past. There are many outing opportunities in your local area, explore them and allow your residents to feel the thrill of the world around them once again.


COCKTAIL PARTIES

Assisted living facility directors can introduce a monthly cocktail party whereby every month residents would try a new cocktail drink then share what they think of the taste with the group. For those who do not drink alcohol, find a new refreshing non-alcoholic drink and let them join in with what they think of the taste. This can fill an evening with lots of laughs and smiles and give the tenants a memorable time.


MAGIC SHOWS

Outdoor shows can be organized for residents. Many young magicians are very open to entertaining a group of seniors for free as a community service. This will enable seniors to feel the thrill and excitement of a Las Vegas show even when they have never been there.

There are many young performers who would like to come and entertain the seniors (at no charge or minimal fee). From singers to dancers, story readings to painting class.


TRAVEL TALK

Who says residents living in an assisted living aren’t interested in learning like students? Occasionally, consider bringing in an expert from a recognized traveling agency to teach residents about the different countries of the world and how they are different and unique from one another. Encourage seniors to participate fully by asking them questions and seeking their opinion on the subject matter.

Many of the tenants have never had the chance to travel as they would have loved to. Learning about these places would broaden their knowledge, give them a vicarious thrill and allow them to share places they have visited.


TALENT SHOW NIGHT

Create some fun way to enable residents to socialize among themselves and discover their hidden talent. Learn about activities that are important to them by asking them questions about their thoughts on a specific activity. Once a week or once a month allow a few of them to put on a fun show, or sing, dance or do a scene from a play.


WANT TO ENSURE EXCITEMENT IN THE LIFE OF YOUR LOVED ONE?

Your aged parents need all the care they can get to alleviate the feeling of loneliness and depression which is common among the elderly. Most times, we are not always around to provide such amount of care due to our busy schedules. We then look to the next best solution to help insure a better life and moving them to an assisted living facility makes great sense. For most, finding the RIGHT ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY for your loved one is not easy at times and requires a lot of research.

There is a company that completes all the footwork for you, Elderlink is a free senior referral service that can help you choose the best assisted living facility for your loved ones according to their needs and budget.

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