Celebrating birthdays in Senior Care Homes can be fun and exciting. Generally, everyone wants to be celebrated on their birthday, no matter what age. Celebrating Birthdays provides an opportunity to honor the elderly and let them know they are valued and appreciated.
Involve the birthday person in planning their celebration
Remember their birthday is all about them and not about us. Consider their energy level, health conditions and any medical restrictions. Simply ask them if they would prefer a small or large gathering. Or perhaps they would prefer quiet time with the family rather than a party. Be sensitive to their wishes as some find birthdays rather depressing and would prefer not to celebrate. Contact their community, friends, or other family and come together to make their day special.
Here are a few suggestions to make any birthday special:
- Put a “Happy Birthday” sign on their door
- Decorate their room with balloons
- Bring in a cake when everyone is in the dining room and sing happy birthday
- Invite family members to visit or set up a video chat to send them personal wishes
- Create a “It’s My Birthday” badge for them to wear
Not into high energy celebrations? Consider these low key options:
- Tea with a few friends and family
- Picnic at the community center
- A Box lunch at a nearby park
- A light dessert and a game of cards with some of the residents
Some facilities choose one day of the month where they recognize all the birthdays for that month.
For more senior living or assisted living birthday celebration ideas visit: Senior Care Homes
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