Sub-acute guests, those who are short term, usually recuperating from a surgery or procedure, are an obstacle for activity directors. They’re significantly younger than most long term patients, usually falling in the Baby Boomer (51-69) age bracket. For many of them, it’s their first major trip to a rehabilitation facility outside of a standard hospital. It is understandable why many are hesitant to join in activities. Beyond the age difference, most are recuperating from p

Hello everyone! I would like to share a survey that I conducted at my previous facility. I had struggled with involvement when it came to my baby boomer population. I knew over ten years ago that singing "In the Good Old Summer Time" and talking about famous celebrities of the 1940's and 50's wasn't always going to be a part of my job. I really wanted to get an understanding of this wonderful generation. A generation of revolution, free-spiritedness, culture change and inspir

Look at me and you might think I love romantic comedies, but you couldn’t be more wrong. Behind my bubbly exterior lies a horror movie fanatic and when I get older I know I’ll still want to relax watching Michael Meyers stab people or Freddy Krueger haunt people’s dreams. Yet if what goes on in modern senior care facilities continues, I’ll be forced to watch PG films and musicals. Across the country Activity Director’s fill their movie clubs with safe family friendly fare, bl

In our line of work it's easy to fall back on what we do best. For me, socials, parties, and  group activities was where I shined.  However, when it came to arts and crafts activities I was like that kid in band class who didn't know the song. Sure, I could improvise a few tried and true crafty programs, but beyond my lack of art skills I needed to contend with tight budgets and limited supplies. Could you blame me though?  When you have a room full of seniors who you need to

Hello everyone! Thank you for visiting My Activity Resources. I have spent the last decade working in the senior care field and as an activity director I understand that it can be very difficult finding time to put your heart and soul into quality monthly calendars. Between family meetings, supervising activities, assisting staff, documentation and juggling many other daily tasks, it's very easy to burn out. That is why I created this site. My Activity Resources provides pre