DIY Picture Frame Decor
Photos of family members and friends are a great way to not only decorate your elderly loved one's room but also provide them with a...
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Senior Care
The Ideal Team
- Sep 1
- 2 min
Fun and Engaging Balloon Games for Seniors
As we age, it's important to keep our minds and bodies active. One great way to do this is by playing games that challenge us and bring...
The Ideal Team
- Aug 31
- 2 min
Benefits of Games for Seniors
Playing games can have numerous benefits for seniors, both physically and mentally. It provides entertainment and enjoyment and promotes...
The Ideal Team
- Aug 18
- 1 min
Make your Own Craft Airplane
August 23rd is #NationalRidetheWindDay. This day celebrates the first human-powered flight to win the Kremer prize in 1977. Bryan Allen...
The Ideal Team
- Aug 11
- 3 min
Helping Seniors with Dementia: Sensory Tools
As we age, it is not uncommon for our cognitive abilities to decline, leading to conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer's. These...
The Ideal Team
- Jul 21
- 3 min
Painted Handprint Flowers
Painting crafts can be a wonderful activity for seniors that offers a wide range of benefits. Whether they are picking up a brush for the...
The Ideal Team
- Jul 14
- 2 min
Tea Cup Bird Feeder
Ever wonder what to do with your Grandma's (or mom's!) old Fine China teacup set!? For many of us, gone are the days of sipping tea on...
The Ideal Team
- Jan 11
- 3 min
Activities for Men with Dementia and Alzheimer’s
Finding appropriate activities for your senior loved one with dementia that take into consideration cognitive and functional abilities...
The Ideal Team
- Dec 28, 2022
- 3 min
Building Block Activities for Seniors
Building blocks, like LEGO, have been associated with children's toys since their introduction in the early 1950s, but these fantastic...
The Ideal Team
- Oct 19, 2022
- 1 min
Apple Stamp Designs
A great way to add creativity to your elderly loved one's life is to use simple, household items that can surprise and delight them when...
The Ideal Team
- Oct 12, 2022
- 2 min
Autumn Scenes
A great way to incorporate falling autumn leaves into your artistic and creative moments is by using them to create a beautiful fall...
The Ideal Team
- Oct 5, 2022
- 2 min
Getting the Most Out of Thanksgiving with Elderly Family Members.
Fall holidays are unique because of the crisp air, the colours of the leaves, and, most importantly, spending time with our loved ones....
The Ideal Team
- Oct 5, 2022
- 2 min
Pumpkin Painting
As Thanksgiving approaches this weekend, creating a beautiful centrepiece for the dinner table or decorating your home with touches of...
The Ideal Team
- Sep 28, 2022
- 1 min
Leaf Art
We are only a week into the Fall season, but here in Ontario, we have already noticed our leaves begin to change colours and start to...
The Ideal Team
- Sep 21, 2022
- 2 min
Leaf Coasters
A great way to get outdoors and to appreciate the beautiful colours of the upcoming fall season is by using nature's bounty, the fallen...
The Ideal Team
- Sep 16, 2022
- 1 min
Autumn Leaves
Ever wonder why leaves change colour in the Fall? Well, it's not the cooler temperature or the weather that causes them to change...
The Ideal Team
- Sep 14, 2022
- 2 min
Fall Leaf Hunt
As the weather starts to turn, so will the leaves on the beautiful trees begin to turn colour. Using the fallen colourful leaves, help...
The Ideal Team
- Sep 6, 2022
- 2 min
The Benefits of Needlework
Part of spending time with older loved ones is creating memories. Doing simple crafts and activities with seniors creates moments to...
The Ideal Team
- Aug 24, 2022
- 1 min
DIY Bookmarks
Combining the love of colouring and of reading, this activity provides our seniors with an opportunity to use their creativity and allows...
The Ideal Team
- Aug 9, 2022
- 1 min
Salt Painting Activity
Expressing oneself creatively is a great way to keep your mind active, socialize with others and experience new opportunities. With this...
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