The birds are returning, the breeze is turning warmer, the days are growing longer, it’s spring! For many seniors, spring is a welcomed season. If you and your group are feeling the effects of cabin fever after a long, cold winter, Spring ... Read more
FAMILY FOLKLORE – February Activity Ideas
Dad’s fishing stories, Mom’s special Thanksgiving recipes, Aunt Jane’s memory quilts, Uncle Bob’s silly songs, Grandma’s home cures, Great-grandmother’s heirloom jewelry. Celebrating family folklore is one part of preserving your family ... Read more
COZY UP TO WINTER – January Activity Ideas
After the busyness and wonder of the holidays, January can leave a lonely feeling hanging in the air. Instead of allowing the winter blues to set in, embrace the colder weather and shorter days with the activity ideas below. This month, we ... Read more
ALL IS BRIGHT – December Activity Ideas
Light up your community as you plan December activities and events. This month can be especially busy for all of us, but with the right planning and assistance, we can make the holidays bright for everyone. We wish you a month full of ... Read more
A CORNUCOPIA OF A MONTH – November Activity Ideas
The end of October ushers in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Somewhere between cleaning up all the cobwebs from Halloween and decking the halls with boughs of holly, November finds its place in our homes and in our hearts. ... Read more
A SENSE-SATIONAL MONTH – October Activity Ideas
While September marks the official beginning of fall, October stimulates our senses. Dive into all that autumn has to offer, giving group members the opportunity to benefit from sensory stimulation. Our ideas this month can easily stand ... Read more
CLASSICAL MUSIC MONTH – Activities Ideas for September
Music buffs and casual listeners alike can all agree on one thing, without the composers like Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms, there would be no Leonard Bernstein, Paul McCartney, Elton John, or any of the other modern composers we’ve come to ... Read more
A FARMER’S LIFE – August Activity Ideas
August means that the growing season is in full swing for most of the country. Farmers across North America are watching their crops grow, and are hoping for a bountiful harvest in September. For most farming families, tips on when to plant ... Read more
THREE CHEERS FOR THE RED, WHITE, AND BLUE – July Activity Ideas
Independence Day quickly comes and goes, but that doesn’t mean the celebration needs to stop after the Fourth. With summer in full swing, soak up the sun and celebrate our nation’s birthday all month long with the ideas below. PATRIOTIC ... Read more
A FAIR TO REMEMBER – Activity Ideas for June
There are few things more traditional and reminiscent of summer than a fair! Whether a city, county, or state celebration, a fair is a time to sample distinct foods and activities that seniors of all ages will fondly remember. Bring a bit ... Read more
PICTURE PERFECT MONTH – May Activity Ideas
Say “cheese” and celebrate National Photography Month in April! You most likely have a digital camera that you already utilize to capture moments at your community. If not, now is a great time to ask your administrator to purchase one for ... Read more
HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW? – April Activity Ideas
It’s spring! There are few ways more effective to shake off a bad case of cabin fever than to get outside to breathe in the fresh air and see what colors are pushing up from the dirt. April is Lawn and Garden Month, and we’re diving into ... Read more
LUCK O’ THE IRISH – March Activity Ideas
Hailing from the Emerald Isle, many Irishmen and women sought refuge in America and thus shaped the culture of the United States. With heartwarming Irish blessings eluding to brighter tomorrows, Irish Americans symbolize perpetual optimism. ... Read more
GOURMET ALL DAY – February Activity Ideas
In a month full of Cupid arrows and lots of red hearts, it can be easy to get swept up in celebrating all things romance in February. However, there’s much more to this short month that you can choose to highlight, especially when thoughts ... Read more
CRUISING THROUGH JANUARY – Activity Ideas for January
When the holiday decorations are tucked away until next season and the last piece of tinsel is swept up, the environment around you can feel sort of blah. Shorter, colder days leave little room for pep and cheer. It can be difficult to ... Read more
FROM ATLANTIC TO PACIFIC – December Activity Ideas
Perry Como sang all about traveling home in his classic song, “Home for the Holidays.” In the month of December – traditionally full of Christmas cookies and hot chocolate – challenge yourself (and delight your group members) with a travel ... Read more
GRATEFUL HEARTS – Activity Ideas for November
Pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters paired with boots, the crisp chill in the air pointing towards winter: ahh, the holidays are upon us. This month, pause and take a deep breath before heading out to purchase those holiday decorations and ... Read more
LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE HOME TEAM – Activity Ideas for October
October ushers in autumn colors, smells, and experiences in full force. What better month to take some time to cozy up with reminiscing about home, along with highlighting some fun sporting events (local and national) that give everyone a ... Read more
HATS OFF TO SEPTEMBER – Activity Ideas for September
Don’t put away your sun hat quite yet, September is National Hat Month! We’ve put on our thinking cap in order to give you a few ideas on how to celebrate this month. Scour your local resale shops for gently used hats to feature all month ... Read more
GO FOR THE GOLD – Activity Ideas for August
You’ll be hard pressed to find a someone who doesn’t enjoy a bit of Olympic programming. Since we are able to celebrate the 2016 Summer Olympics soon (Opening Ceremonies are on August 5), along with host city Rio de Janeiro and the rest of ... Read more
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