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Kim
Registered Nurse
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Queensland,
Australia
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Hi Dianne, I do a cooking activity twice a month, alternating between sweet and savory. I keep it to 1/12 hours in total. I try to make sure that once it goes into the oven it only takes about 1/2 an...
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Hi Pauline, welcome to the world of Lifestyle Therapy. We also have a resident that continually whistles very loudly. This can be distracting, especially at concerts, try to include her and direct ack...
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Hi Maria, congratulations on getting your job, you are entering into a very special world. Be yourself and enjoy what you do and your residents will pick up on your positivity. For the residents you s...
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True or False Christmas Traditions
Hi Luisa , Christmas can be a stressful time for any care worker. If you be yourself, keep it light and bright and enjoy what you do , it will transfer to your resident. Good luck, enjoy what you do a...
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100 Movie Recommendations for Seniors
Hi Sherlene, can't speak the U.S. but in Australia they certainly are as it provides the opportunity for the Residents to reminisce , socialise and to have fun. Your interim needs to pull their head i...
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You could try making some jigsaw boards, that way you don't have to pack away each meal time. 3 ply plywood with a small timber beading around the edge.600 x 900 would be suitable. they can even sit...
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music , singing, memory boards. watch them react and smile. then your job is done. there will always be nay Sayers about people with dementia but you will find the hidden spark and the joy will be you...
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You will need to note who or how many attended, weather it was successful, were your residents happy with the outcome. Did they state they would like to do it again. It also helps if you record the st...
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Have you asked them what would interest them. I work in an age care facility in Australia and I have a group of ladies who knit Trauma Teddies, they give these to the police, ambulance and the local h...
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work place bullying, intimidation and rough treatment of residents are all reportable offences. You may have a case against this staff member or at least you might mention these facts to her .you are...
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In the past we have had many staffers say, Oh you just do cups of tea and concerts, wish I had your job. Then some have had the opportunity to actually do the job and their opinions change very quickl...
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depending on his limitations, could you try him at folding tea towels, colouring in, sorting buttons or other items. impress on him how this would help you do your job or save you time.can you access...
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Newsletter Template 1
Our facility has a very good newsletter that is published monthly.
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Hi Sandra, if you were to email me on [email protected]. I could send you a copy of our activities calendar,you may find this helpful.
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You can try school teachers or principles, city councillors, firemen, police and paramedics. Animal rescue and wild life people also make good speakers.
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Hi Joanne, Kim (male) from Bundaberg Australia, welcome. You are going to love this site.
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Your term " back there" puzzles me ,sounds like they are in a back room. Anyway, have you considered involving them with your mainstream residents , you may be surprised as to how they will fit in. As...
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Are you able to utilise volunteers to help lighten your workload. Your first priority is to yourself. If you burn out you are no good to the residents or anyone around you. Take some time off, recharg...
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We found the muffs and pillows with buttons and bells caused a problem with low cognative people as they could pull these items off and put them in their mouths.
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local school teachers,councilors,polce and fire brigade.A variety of health speakers are usually keen to speak.
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We have this activity and it is popular with our residents. We set up tables in our activity centre so residents can interact freely. If your facility allows alcohol we serve wine, beer and one reside...
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Hi Deirdre, we recently held a Spring carnival with a circus theme.We also had simple side show type games with small prizes from the cheepo shops. Our food was also themed as we had mini dagwood dog...
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What a load of rubbish. It's not up to the staff member , it's all about the residents. If they are getting other activities as well , let them have what they want and be happy doing it.Illegal phewt...
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Bronwyn, as a fund raiser you could try to do a 100 board. This is where you draw up 100 numbered squares and charge staff, friends or residents 1 or 2 dollars a square and the winner gets 1/2 the mon...
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The only time my residents are asked to pay is when we go to a café or club for a lunch.We do bbq lunch bus trips. All other activities are covered by a budget set by our employer to cover such items...
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could you contact your local primary school,they may have a choir and it would be good for them also.decorate her room. make the day all about her .invite her friends from outside the facility. thank...
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Hi Susan, can he do watering in an enclosed garden area. Is your area a secure area , if so then wandering won't hurt him. Try him on sorting items , socks, beads, pasta shapes. Would he do colouring...
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Hi Carla, if your resident has high level dementia it will be unlikely that you will get long term response. However try engaging each day with an activity of interest to them. Search their history, w...
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Hi Paul, as another male in this industry, you are about to embark on a wonderful career.Talk about what you think you bring to the job,what you feel is needed and what you think your residents should...
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Trish, you could try your local country music club.If you have a U3A group you could contact them.
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Hi Sarah, I hope this helps. talking books from your library,pet therapy,bingo and hoy with extra large cards and boards.Music, garden visits,sensory mats or rugs and of course keep checking this si...
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Creative Thinking Exercises
Have you thought about pet therapy. Small animals are a big hit at our facility. If your management is in favour you could try it.
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Be The Change You Want To See
What a wonderful article. Last night I watched a program on the ABC relating to the mistreatment of special needs clients in a "care facility'. it made me sick, it made me cry and it made me angry. M...
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Hi Opal,you cannot always please some people.You are their for all your residents.Let your management team deal with the complaints and you give your all to you appreciative residents
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Can you do a cooking demo for them.keep it simple and short.cookies etc are good.
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Hi Susan you could start with how it was 100 years ago compared to today. Transport ,schools food, communication etc. have fun
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Hi Kim, Church groups quite often have small singing groups. You could also Google a country music group in your area.U3A also have various musical groups. Try you local dance academies as they may br...
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Hi Wendy, you should try to contact any indoor bowls clubs as they quite often replace there mats which are usually in good condition. Happy bowling.
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Adele you will be fine, when you see the smiles and the reactions from your residents your confidence will grow. No one activity will suit all so vary it and keep it simple but at the same time a bit...
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Name a Word Quiz #1
We play a version of scattergries where we have12 questions and then I ask my residents to pick a letter. Any answer we are unable to get, I go to Dr Google and then I report back to the players. Ther...
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residents who don't attend activities or not many should get priority for 1 to 1 trime.there is no set time a visit should last.try doing a life story board on each resident and put it in their room ,...
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Natasha, you should also try your local country music club,line dancers and U3A groups.Poetry groups and many professional people may be able to assist you.School groups are also good to show off thei...
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Natasha,have you tried approaching local councillors,teachers,police and fire services.The RSPCA might alsocome and do a talk for you. Good luck.regards Kim.
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Hi Allison,have you tried armchair exercises or armchair dancing.If he is cognative enough you might be able to suggest that you might get into trouble if he doesn't help yopu by exercising.
you coul...
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Maria J,does your town or city have a dance studio,if so contact them and they quite often are willing to give a demo.Youg chilren dancers are also very good and very popular with the elderly,especial...
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13 Reminiscing Themes for Seniors
I find all stories told by our elderly to be fascinating ,educational and inspiring.
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Superstition Quiz
Hi Lisa,Kim from Bundaberg Qld.,I usually have a group activity where i call out the questions and anyone can answer.Some people answer everything and i try to take answers from different parts of the...
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Amazing Trees of the World
with todays modern technology,it's easy to forget how amazing nature is...until you see sights such as these.breath taking.Kim
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How to Plan and Implement an Exercise Program
we have a very successful exercise program which deals with stretching and movement.we incorporate ball catching,throwing and bouncing.At the end of every session we use foam pool "noodles" to hit the...
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8 Tips for Successful One-on-One Visits
These are terrific ideas.1on1 visits are not always easy to conduct.your suggestions give some great ideas for breaking the ice.I will certainly give them a go.Thank you.
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