Resident activities

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A Resident Council is an important part of any long term living community. Resident Council Meetings empower residents to voice their concerns, exercise their rights, and play a part in the decision-making process within their own home. Meetings may be monthly, bi-monthly or quarterly, depending on the wishes of council members.

Lunchtime is a great time of day to add in fun activities for your residents. Coordinate with Dining Services to set up fun lunches in your Dining Room. By having lunchtime activities, you’ll usually have access to all of your residents at one time.

The holiday season is a time for spreading joy, love, and warmth, and there's no better place to do so than in a nursing home. Christmas parties in these facilities are a beautiful opportunity to bring cheer to the lives of elderly residents, many of whom may not have the chance to celebrate with their families. Planning a thoughtful and engaging Christmas party in a nursing home requires creativity and sensitivity to the residents' unique needs and preferences.

Activity Professionals know first-hand just how much fun can be had in care homes and how vital their role is in keeping the residents in their care actively engaged. Laughing together as a community is what will bring the brightest smiles to your activity. Here are 5 activities that encourage laughter and active participation of the whole community!

This is the most popular activity that we do and our Residents absolutely love it. It's a lot of fun with lots of laughs for not much money! The residents go crazy! Oh my....they are so competitive.

Thank you all for celebrating National Plant a Flower Day with us! Happy Growing! #WeLoveOurResidents #FortMyers #ApartmentLiving #NationalPlantAFlowerDay #LoveWhereYouLive #Community #ResidentEvents

Resident Councils are meant to be a tangible way for residents to advocate for themselves, be a part of the decision making process around your community, and feel empowered.