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.

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Dementia can make the Christmas season a difficult time for seniors. But there are still plenty of fun activities that they can enjoy. This guide provides some great ideas to help make their holiday special.

If you're feeling overwhelmed with creating different types of activities for the seniors in your assisted living facility, then keep reading to view 14 types of activities that you can begin adding to your monthly senior activity calendars today.

Find out how to offer both high-functioning and low-functioning activities for the senior residents in your assisted living facility.

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…

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.

There are plenty of things for seniors to do when they're feeling bored. From easy crafts like making a quilt or painting a picture, to more challenging activities like learning a new language or playing chess, there's something for everyone. Check out this list of ideas and get started on keeping yourself busy and engaged!

Use these 10 tips for fun afternoon socials to keep your residents entertained during the afternoons in your assisted living facility.

Don't worry. New Year's activities aren't just for the end of each year and the beginning of the next. Most of them are fun at any time of the year. Why not try some for yourself? #activities #seniors