There have been a couple of threads lately asking for advice about activities for those living with advanced dementia and/or physical limitations - this was a peeve of mine while mom was living at the NH because the majority of her day was spent literally on the sidelines of life, and frankly most of the activities weren't very successful for more than a handful of those living there. Maybe if we had a list of ideas that really work at your facility (or home) it would be something we could give to the activities director or family council, and hopefully a step toward improving QOL for those living in our local facilities.
Another activity they enjoy is the monthly “Auction”. Residents are given fake money and they are allowed to bid on items. These items are bought with money from the Activities fund or donated. Each month I donate a crocheted scarf and hat set. Most of the items are things the residents could use in their room or for personal use.
Her nursing home had an adaptive garden with raised beds that was nice for a lot of the residents in the Spring and Summer.