[For Seniors] August Wall Decoration Idea Collection
August is still in the height of the heat.
Many quintessential summer events, such as fireworks festivals, beach outings, and summer fairs, are held during this time.
We’d love for older adults—who often find it difficult to go out—to feel the season as well.
So this time, we’re sharing ideas for August wall decorations.
Seeing summer-themed decorations inside the facility may evoke memories, such as time spent with family in the past, and could serve as a form of reminiscence therapy.
Some older adults lead days with few changes and may find it hard to sense the seasons.
By feeling summer through seasonal decorations and recalling enjoyable events and activities from the past, it may help improve quality of life.
Try brightening up your facility with wall decorations that evoke the image of summer.
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[For Seniors] August Wall Decoration Ideas (61–70)
Fireworks and Lanterns
Fireworks and paper lanterns are quintessential symbols of summer in Japan.
They move people and have a charm that attracts many.
For older adults in particular, they evoke a sense of nostalgia—perhaps bringing back memories of the summer festivals they enjoyed as children.
Making various kinds of lanterns with origami can be fun, too.
It nurtures imagination and provides good stimulation for the brain.
If you decorate your room with them, you can admire them anytime and let lots of summer memories come flooding back.
This year, it might be nice to plan a trip to see real fireworks as well.
lantern decorations
We’re pleased to introduce a perfect idea for summer wall decorations in care facilities: “Lantern Decorations.” They’re easy to make with brightly colored origami paper, so even those who aren’t confident with crafts can join in.
By cutting slits and gently puffing them into a rounded shape, you can create a three-dimensional finish that’s fun to look at.
String them together with paper twine or cord and hang them up, and the facility will instantly transform into a summer festival setting! The space becomes more vibrant, and residents’ expressions are sure to brighten.
It’s a popular wall decoration that makes it easy to bring in a sense of the season.
Goldfish sway ornament
We would like to introduce a summer-themed wall decoration idea: the “Swaying Goldfish” mobile.
Attach tissue-paper fins to goldfish cut from colored construction paper to create a soft, airy texture.
Use light blue paper for the background and add aquatic plants to evoke a cool, underwater atmosphere.
The hanging goldfish sway gently, adding a dynamic, refreshing feel.
The materials are safe and the process is simple.
Working in a group can also encourage interaction among participants.
It’s a wall decoration that lets you enjoy the feeling of summer—give it a try!
Goldfish suncatcher
Here’s a recommended idea for a summer craft to make at a day service: the “Goldfish Suncatcher.” Goldfish made with transparent acrylic parts catch the light and sparkle, creating a cool, refreshing atmosphere.
By reusing an empty cheese box as the base, it’s easy, eco-friendly, and very stable.
Although it uses familiar materials, the finished piece looks highly polished.
The detailed finger work is also effective for fine-motor rehabilitation.
Participants can take their creations home and enjoy displaying this seasonally themed craft.
goldfish ornament
Here’s an idea for a summer take-home craft to make at day services: “Goldfish Decorations.” Shaping goldfish from red or orange tissue paper is great for finger movement and rehabilitation.
Place the finished pieces in clear wrapping bags and use blue or light blue cellophane to represent water for a cool, seasonal look.
Display them by a window to let the light create a summery atmosphere—your families will love them.
It’s a fun, soothing project.
Give it a try!
swim ring
We get more chances to go to the pool or the beach in summer, don’t we? Watching people bob around in the water with floaties under the blazing sun makes you feel cool just looking at them.
So let’s make a swim ring out of origami.
The size of the ring will change depending on the size of the paper you use.
If you make it in a larger size, you can even create a base for a wreath shaped like a swim ring.
Make the parts of the ring using both the colored side and the white side of the paper.
Some parts require fine folds, but since you’ll be making several identical pieces, it becomes easy once you learn the steps.
Insert the parts into each other to complete the swim ring.
If you add origami animals or children to the ring, it will turn out super cute.
ghost
Here’s an introduction to a ghost origami that makes that hot, tingly feeling go “whoosh.” It’s a design of a ghost in a white sheet, with both hands held forward.
You can use the white side of any origami paper even if the paper itself isn’t white.
Of course, folding it with papers of different colors can also make for a fun piece.
After folding, draw in the eyes and mouth.
This is where the individuality of older adults really shines through.
The finished ghosts can be glued onto a wreath or hung as parts of a garland.
Ghost origami is sure to be a hit for Halloween in October.