Discover meaningful spiritual activities that can bring inner peace and fulfillment to seniors. Explore top ideas to enhance their spiritual well-being and create a sense of serenity in their daily lives.
During this strange and uncertain time, many of your residents could benefit from robust spiritual programming. However, with most visitors prohibited in your community, it could feel especially challenging to bring those spiritual opportunities to those you serve. In this article we cover: Spiritual vs. Religious 15 Spiritual Programming Activitiy Ideas 16 Religious Programming Activitiy Ideas
Looking to offer more faith-based activities for your senior residents? Keep reading to find ideas on fun spiritual activities, like a Choir Rehearsal or a Monthly Fellowship Breakfast, that you can add to your nursing home or assisted living facility calendar! #faithactivities #churchactivities #senioractivityprogram
Spiritual support for people with dementia in nursing homes and other care facilities is vital to their well-being and a requisite for the holistic care we strive to achieve
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 12 Activities to Make People Laugh The Importance Of Laughter In Long Term Care Facilities ›
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.
In most senior care communities, there are residents who prefer solitude or have introverted tendencies. These individuals enjoy being in their bedrooms and often choose not to actively seek interactions with others. In this article we cover: Loners vs. Introverts: An Important Distinction Common Reasons for Choosing Solitude Mental Illness and Social Alienation Considerations Isolation in Senior Care: Addressing the Challenges 15 Activities for Loners and Introverts