Bingo was first manufactured in 1929. Try playing different types of bingo this month.
December 17th: Ben and Jerrys first ice cream stand opened.
Have an ice cream party with different types of ice cream.
December 21st: The Birthday of The Crossword Puzzle
The first crossword puzzle was published on this date in 1913. Why don't you have a crossword puzzle party? Give each resident a different puzzle to do for a set amount of time (5 minutes) then say, "switch" and have residents switch with other residents; keep going until the puzzles are done. This activity is better suited for alert residents.
December 25th: Christmas
Why don't you have a Christmas Luncheon, with entertainment? Or have the staff sing karaoke Christmas carols with your residents. Play games and have a present exchange with your residents.
December 31st: New Years Eve
Have a party at 12:00 noon, since everyone will be sleeping at midnight. Serve sparkling apple cider and have residents talk about their New Years resolutions.
Source: http://www.theactivitydirectorsoffice.com/Gina_ActivityIdeasThatWork_December.html
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