Supporting activity directors in senior living communities with a current events program that boosts resident engagement and fosters lifelong learning.
Physical and social activities are key to enhancing the quality of life for older adults in assisted living. These activities promote mental stimulation, emotional well-being, and overall health.
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Julie Andrews, a beloved film icon, has enchanted generations with her smile and unforgettable voice. Her movies bring joy and nostalgia! Activity Directors: Spark a reminiscence session—ask residents about their favorite Julie Andrews films. #NewsCurrentsSr.
The #wildfires devastating Southern California are nowhere near contained, but that’s not stopping #seniorliving companies from stepping up to offer their support for those communities immediately affected by the #naturaldisaster.
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Spread holiday cheer to seniors this season! 🎄✨
Hanceville is delivering 700 Christmas cards to residents in nursing & assisted living homes. Every card makes a difference!
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3 Tips for Celebrating Holidays with Seniors in Assisted Living
Holidays with seniors in assisted living can be festive & meaningful even if it means new traditions. Get answers to 3 top questions about how to celebrate
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Looking for fresh ideas to engage your memory care residents? We've got you covered! Here are 5 effective activities to stimulate cognition and bring joy to seniors in memory care settings
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The upcoming holidays are a special time to connect with older loved ones, but they can also highlight the challenges of aging and long-term care needs.
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66 years ago, Elvis Presley swapped his guitar for an Army uniform, shocking fans in 1958! Activity Directors: Use this for a fun reminiscence session—ask residents about Elvis, their memories, or their own service stories! knowledgeunlimited.com/news-…
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Check with your local facilities and see if they are participating and if so, go and see all the smiles! You have no idea how much it means to residents!
Celebrate Halloween with inclusive activities for seniors!
Discover ideas for adapting traditions, understanding individual needs, and emphasizing what truly matters.🎃
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This week’s Remember When revisits old-school monster movies like Dracula (1931) that shaped the horror genre. Activity Directors, why not host a spooky movie night to celebrate these timeless classics that still give us goosebumps? knowledgeunlimited.com/news-…
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Election day is coming up and in many states, people are voting right this second!
Seniors face many complex challenges with voting, often stemming from long-term care needs or medical conditions.
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This week’s #NewsCurrentsSr features four mini-articles showcasing people and places from around the world—perfect for sparking lively discussions with your residents. knowledgeunlimited.com/news-…
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Seniors volunteering in care communities boost well-being for all! Independent living residents find purpose, improve health by helping peers.
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This week in News Currents Sr.: News stories presented in a multimedia format with slides, text, discussion prompts, and engaging activities! knowledgeunlimited.com/news-…
"This Week in History" from News Currents Sr. revisits key events. This week, we celebrate the 1868 publication of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. Each feature includes slides, story text, prompts, and activities to engage your residents. knowledgeunlimited.com/news-…
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The yellow-eyed penguin won New Zealand’s "Bird of the Year" with over 6,000 votes! Even Jane Goodall endorsed it! Share this story with your residents to spark conversations about wildlife and conservation with #NewsCurrentsSrknowledgeunlimited.com/news-…
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Scientists have discovered that elephants use unique names to call each other! The first non-human species to do this. Our latest article in #NewscurrentsSr has the story. knowledgeunlimited.com/news-…
Baking with purpose! 🍪 Shem Creek residents craft cookies for homeless as Life enrichment director connects seniors to community service. Sweetening lives one batch at a time!
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