Looking for a fun event these Easter Holidays to bring the whole facility together?
We know how under-the-pump aged care hospitality and lifestyle staff are during the Easter period, so we've created a down-to-the-minute Easter Event Day Guide to add to your events calendar.
Follow the schedule below for a whole day affair or rearrange the day to suit your residents schedule or specific mealtimes.
Schedule:
Welcome and Introduction (10:00 AM - 10:15 AM)
Welcome residents to the Easter event with warm greetings.
Introduce the day's schedule and highlight the activities planned.
Easter Egg Decorating (10:15 AM - 11:15 AM)
Set up crafting stations with boiled eggs, paint, stickers, and other decorating supplies.
Guide residents in decorating Easter eggs, encouraging creativity and self-expression.
Provide assistance and support to residents as needed.
Easter Parade and Hat Contest (11:30 AM - 12:15 PM)
Invite residents to participate in an Easter parade, showcasing their festive attire and decorated hats.
Organise a hat contest with categories such as "Most Creative," "Most Colourful," and "Best Easter Theme."
Encourage residents to walk or wheel around the designated parade area, cheering and applauding each other's efforts.
Easter Lunch(12:30 PM - 1:30 PM)
Arrange a special Easter lunch with a menu featuring traditional Easter dishes and favourite treats.
Decorate the dining area with Easter-themed tablecloths, centrepieces, and place settings.
Facilitate conversation and camaraderie among residents during the meal.
Easter Storytime and Sing-Along (1:45 PM - 2:30 PM)
Gather residents for a storytelling session focused on Easter traditions, folklore, and memories.
Read aloud from Easter-themed books or share personal anecdotes related to the holiday.
Lead residents in singing familiar Easter hymns or songs, encouraging participation and enjoyment.
Easter Bingo and Trivia (2:45 PM - 3:30 PM)
Organise a friendly game of Easter-themed bingo, using bingo cards featuring Easter symbols and images.
Incorporate Easter trivia questions between bingo rounds to keep residents entertained and engaged.
Award small prizes to winners of bingo games and trivia challenges.
Closing Remarks and Thank You (3:30 PM - 3:45 PM)
Express gratitude to residents for their participation and enthusiasm throughout the event.
Acknowledge staff and volunteers for their efforts in planning and organizing the Easter activities.
Invite residents to share feedback and suggestions for future events.
Things to consider:
Consider the individual needs and preferences of residents when planning activities, ensuring that they are inclusive and accessible to all.
Provide ample assistance and support to residents with mobility issues or cognitive impairments, allowing them to fully participate in the activities.
Incorporate sensory elements such as music, aromatherapy, and tactile materials to enhance the Easter experience for residents with sensory sensitivities.
Capture photos and videos during the event to preserve memories and share them with residents and their families afterward.
By following this event guide, you can create a joyous and memorable Easter celebration for residents, bringing together everyone from the facility.
For more Easter activities and recipes, search 'Easter Weekend' in the Events module in SoupedUp Software.