I would take it off the calendar as your main activity. But, whenever you get residents all together for a group activity they all come to, always start those activities off with a quick 5 minute stretch, movement session, just to get the blood flowing! Play a song that's upbeat before each activity begins, and have them move around for the duration of that song. It's a quick way to get some exercise/movement incorporated into their day. Then, go about the regularly scheduled activity that they all enjoy.
Thank you very much to Golden Carers for creating such an informative website. You have assisted me and my colleagues in developing a fun and engaging activities programme that is meaningful and interesting for our Bristol Care Homes residents. You are also our plan B in the event that plan A does not go as planned. We strongly advise all activity workers to join you.
Marcia Ellington Activities Manager United Kingdom
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