Do you like crafting? If so, then do not hesitate
to try your hands at it this Valentine’s Day. You'll enjoy taking some time out
for making crafts and expect some great results.
For seniors in assisted living communities,
crafts and activities make a perfect choice for rejoicing the happy moments
with loved ones. Simple and fun activities like this can be enjoyed in a small
group setting. Take a look below at the special things you can undertake on
Valentine’s Day to make your seniors feel special:
Decorate the Halls:
It’s time to get together your seniors, serve
some V-day cookies and let the crafting commence. You might just see some
magnificent results in the form of a festive facility. It will also give
the participants a sense of accomplishment and pride each time they cross by
the beautiful decor. Some more ideas include sweetheart bouquets, paper heart
garlands and door wreath designed from tissue paper and cardboard.
Lacy Votive Holder:
Bring out some extra shine and colors to your
room with lacy votive holders that add a lot of ambiance to the candles. With
the LED version it can add an aura of class to any space you place them in.
Gifts for Senior’s Loved Ones:
There might be a situation where seniors could be
on a limited budget and unable to shop for gift items. You can give them a
small token of love for their loved ones this Valentine’s Day. For instance:
V-Day bookmark personalizing it with tiny pieces of ribbon and fabric, a
collection of leftover buttons to create a button heart. With a bit of
preparation, seniors can easily make a precious gift for their loved ones.
Mosaic Saucepan Rest:
Mosaic activities are calming and innovative to
perform too. Mosaics can be utilized as a spoon rest and saucepan or a teapot
rest. They can actually make any surface look stupendous and makes a great
activity for seniors. This is something many men will find enjoyable too.
Wine Cork Boards:
These can be used for messages, grocery lists,
business cards and photos. They make a superb activity for seniors in assisted
living centers and look beautiful in the bedroom or even the kitchen. Plus, it
is going to last for many years to come.
Rock on Rock Craft:
Fun craft activities for seniors make for plenty
of fun and engagement. In rock on rock craft, there is no right or wrong way to
place the stones because each piece is attractive and looks unique too. Thus,
encourage your seniors to discover their inner talents. In fact, these stone
creations make awesome gift mementos as well.
These craft ideas will surely help you gifting
your loved ones something out of the box. Indeed, creativity never goes to
waste if done with soul and heart. What do you think? Let us know…
