Latest Activities Sheets Downloads
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Activity name: Touchy Feely
Here’s an activity that helps exercise the senses and memory. This is good for people suffering from memory loss or have early signs of dementia. Equipment needed Boxes Bowl of cold porridge Ball of wool or cotton wool Sponge Polystyrene balls Banana Football The above list shows examples, but you can use any interestingly shaped [...]
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Activity name: A Day at the Races
Why not host a day at the Races? You can host your own race day in communal rooms taking it as seriously as you like. Some people may wish to recreate a proper ‘ladies day’ with hats, Bucks Fizz and a full race card. Others may simply use it as a fun activity for people [...]
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Activity name: Card Making
This is a simple art and craft activity. Cards can be made for birthdays, Christmas or other special occasions. Equipment needed Card and envelopes or prepared cards and envelopes Glue Scissors Sponge Ribbon Banana Other craft materials and tools Instructions Hold a craft session. Ask each resident to design and make a card. The cards [...]
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Activity name: The Big Knit
Here’s an activity that could get your care home into the Guinness Book of Records if you’re residents are super motivated to knit and they really love knitting. Equipment needed Lots and lots of knitting wool Lots of knitting needles And of course, lots of volunteers Instructions Each of the participants will knit a square. [...]
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Activity name: Fun of the Fair
The fun fair is in town but they’ve made a wrong turn and ended up in your care homes back garden! Luckily it’s a very small fun fair, but they’ve still got the attractions, the treats and the prizes. This activity is another great one for getting outside on pleasant summer days. Equipment needed Old [...]
