We did one aboard a Yacht, (We wanted to escape winter) I asked each resident, "What will you bring?" They came up with some simple things such as suitcase, various superstars, multitude of alcoholic beverages and some really wild things, some of the items are illegal (you get the idea) yet, it this was one of the funniest things I have experienced. Then other residents joined in as they heard laughter and squeals of delight. Of course this also started reminiscing along the way. What started as an hour activity became the whole day as the residents (even those with dementia) wanted to keep adding to the list of things to take on the Yacht and the various places they wanted to visit.
Group activity, White board, Topic "we are going shopping to decorate the house for Christmas!" The list goes on...…. We just did one for camping trip they listed everything from tents to marshmallows! So Much fun!
I play a similar game, depending on the topic/theme for example winter I ask the clients to give me words starting with "wi". They try and better themselves with getting more words each time.
I just renewed my membership. Couldn't be without the brilliant info and activities you supply to do my job with satisfaction. The resources are brilliant and made my job easier, more fun and so much more interesting. I work at a day centre for the elderly and they love all the ideas. Many thanks!
Just wanted to say to everyone here,
Keep doing an amazing job.