Sometimes I will get brochures from companies specializing in senior care and am floored when I see how expensive they can get. I found some budget friendly and useful resources we can all benefit from. Visual communication boards are a must ! Imagine how difficult it has to be to have a need and not be able to express it. These visuals are wonderful and even bilingual. Here is the link : https://www.etsy.com/listing/1378484001/communication-board-for-hospital 2. Busy Boards

RE-OCCURRING PROGRAMS ON OUR PRE-MADE CALENDARS ( which are available in our shop) : YOUR INNER ARTIST Instead of having a pre-made illustration to paint on, give your residents a plain white paper that is paint compatible. Play relaxing music in the background. Have residents paint whatever scene they desire. You can tell them if they would like to paint abstract art, or something that makes them happy. (If your care home allows it, this would be a great program to offer wi