PHYSICAL | 14 PROGRAMS PER WEEK MINIMUM (TWO PER DAY)
Example: Sit and Stretch, Chair Yoga, Walking Club, Bowling, Mini Golf, Toss Across
Physical programs help to reduce pain and stiffness as well as maintain or improve mobility, muscle strength, and functional ability.
SPIRITUAL | 3 PROGRAMS PER WEEK MINIMUM
Example: Watch Service on TV, Watch Rosary on TV, Attend Services (Post Covid), Prayer Groups, Rosary Groups, Sing Spiritual Hymns, Invite a Pastor/Priest/Rabbi in to do Services (depending on Covid), Meditation Group
Spiritual programs can influence a sense of wellbeing and also help residents discover a purpose in life.
SOCIAL | 7 PROGRAMS PER WEEK MINIMUM
Example: Card Games, Outings (depending on Covid), Themed Events, Tea Party, Social Hour
Social programs promote socialization while developing and maintaining relationships.
INTELLECTUAL | 7 PROGRAMS PER WEEK MINIMUM
Example: Jeopardy (jeopardylabs.com), Wheel of Fortune, Trivia, Trivia During Social Hour, Finish Lines, Poetry, Read Alouds, Crosswords, Food for Thought Discussions
Intellectual programs help residents find ways to expand knowledge and skills.
EMOTIONAL | 7 PROGRAMS PER WEEK MINIMUM
Example: Manicures, Hand Massages, Sing-a-Longs, Pet Therapy, Reminisce, Sensory Aroma Therapy, Sensory Herb Gardens, Cooking Workshops, Musical Entertainment
Emotional activities give residents the ability to cope with stress, express emotions, and can create an overall feeling of good health and positive relationships. Sensory programs reduce agitation and induce feelings of relaxation.
PURPOSEFUL | 2 PROGRAMS PER WEEK MINIMUM
Example: Crafts, Baking Club, Good Deeds Club: writing positive message notes for residents, making pet snacks for local shelter, doing a coat drive, making flannel tie blankets for a homeless shelter, knitting hats and mittens for a homeless shelter
Purposeful activities give residents a feeling that they have made a difference in the world in a positive