Balance games for seniors

We all know that exercise is good for us but for some reason, the older we get, the less we do. Contrary to popular belief, poor balance and muscle weakness has a lot more to do with inactivity than age. In this article we cover: The Benefits of Exercise for the Elderly How to Get Resident to Participate Make Group Exercises Fun with Props Use Music to Lift Spirits Keep Sessions Short Tips for Running Group Sessions Sample Exercise Routine

Make seniors' gatherings lively with our balloon games! They're made for easy enjoyment and light activity. Have a blast with balloon volleyball or balloon toss—they're sure to be a hit.

This fun party game has become a favorite among residents who ask for it frequently! It promotes hand-eye coordination, physical movement, cognitive functioning through concentration, and social inclusion.

OT Card match. Great for FM, standing tolerance, B UE strength, attention, cognition, L neglect/scanning...

Balloon Tennis is an inclusive game for seniors with varying levels of cognitive and physical disability. Lots of fun and laughs too!

When I am working with older adults, they are often highly concerned about having proper balance. More specifically, many of them want to improve steadiness on their feet and ultimately reduce the risk of falling for themselves. Because of this, I provide a large variety of ways for them to challenge their balance and improve […]

How to make a indoors or outdoors horse racing game. This is a great activity for the elderly and young alike. And can be played by large or small groups.

These 7 balance training moves for seniors focus on strengthening the upper body, lower body and core, and address stability and mobility in various positions.

You may not be a gym-goer. You don’t even have dumbbells at home for light workout sessions. But you’ve got a beach ball in the garage. Maybe you could use you could use it to keep yourself fit.

Laughing doesn't just lighten your load mentally, it actually induces physical changes in your body. Laughter has been clinically proven to strengthen your immune system, activate and relieve your stress response and stimulate many organs. In this article we cover: Sometimes Laughter is the Best Medicine 10 Benefits of Laughter Tips for Adding Humour to your Facility 12 Activities to Make People Laugh The Importance Of Laughter In Long Term Care Facilities ›