[Elderly Day Service] Let’s all have fun! Games and recreational activities

Ring Relay

Spring Sports Day 3: Ring Relay

In March there are some days when you can feel the warmth, but there are also days with sharp temperature swings.

At times like that, let’s liven things up indoors with a “ring relay.” To prepare, use paper or toilet paper rolls to make rings in large, medium, and small sizes, and pass them to the next person by threading them onto chopsticks.

It works well as a small-group game, and it’s also fun as a team competition for larger groups.

Through the relay, you’ll naturally interact with those around you and help promote communication.

Since you can do it while seated, it should be easy for older adults to join in too.

Enjoy your time!

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Nakajima Junko

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Let’s look for some fish and try catching them!

Enjoying a fishing game — Final day of the Tamagawa Gakuen Day Service Summer Festival

The fish-finding game played as a recreation activity for older adults is always a big hit.

It’s easy to enjoy not only for those who love fishing, but also for complete beginners.

The game involves placing various fish on a table and catching them with a rod.

A staff member calls out the name of a fish on the table, and the older adults look for it.

Because it requires split-second decisions, it helps develop their powers of observation.

Through this game, older adults can learn fish names, and it also serves as brain training, so it’s highly recommended.

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Nanaka

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Beanbag throwing

Ochiai, Asakita Ward, Hiroshima City — Nagomi-no-Sato Day Service Center — Reliable medical collaboration — Beanbag tossing game

It’s a game where you throw beanbags at a beach ball placed in the center and try to push it into the opponent’s side.

You play head-to-head against the person in front of you, which makes it exciting and fun, and it naturally helps build throwing strength.

There’s not only a time limit, but also a cap on the number of beanbags you can use, so strategy and mind games with your opponent are key.

It might also be good to add variations—such as changing the size of the court or adjusting the weight of the beach ball—to match participants’ throwing abilities.

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kappamaki

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Rock-Paper-Scissors Relay

Super simple and exciting! For fun senior activities, this is it: Rock-Paper-Scissors Relay

It’s a game played in teams that uses rock-paper-scissors, which everyone knows.

While holding a large ring that serves as a baton, you play rock-paper-scissors with the next person; if they win, you pass them the ring.

The team that gets the ring to the last person first wins—simple rules.

It’s also exciting when someone keeps losing and the baton won’t make it to the next person.

Since repeating rock-paper-scissors quickly is key to winning, it’s a game that can help build concentration.

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kappamaki

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Gardening

[Big Yard Cleanup] This is the culmination of my plant cravings and material desires...! The annual epic battle: a full reset of the messy yard | Gardening in a Small Garden

It is said that growing plants stimulates the senses—such as sight, touch, and smell—evokes old memories, and enriches one’s sensitivity.

This time, we did one aspect of gardening called “yoseue,” in which multiple flowers are planted together in a pot filled with soil.

By combining vividly colored flowers for a gorgeous look or using cute blossoms to create a delicate mood, each person can express their own style.

Even those who don’t often have the chance to handle soil can enjoy it both physically and mentally.

Now, let’s all give it a try.

Goo-Paa Exercise

[Exercise for Seniors: Open-and-Close (Goo-Paa) Routine] Dr. Arai’s Rock-Paper-Scissors Exercise — Recommended for brain training, dementia prevention, and care prevention. Please use it in care settings such as day-service centers. by FUKUKURU

How about trying the Goo-Paa exercise together? It’s an easy activity using your fingers, so anyone can join and enjoy it.

It’s also suitable for people who use wheelchairs.

With light, brisk movements, it improves wrist and finger flexibility and enhances coordination between the brain and hands.

By repeating it, your hand movements in daily life are likely to become smoother.

It also boosts overall circulation and has excellent relaxing effects.

When everyone moves rhythmically together, conversations flow naturally and communication deepens.

It’s a wonderful recreation that supports both mental and physical health, so be sure to give it a try.

chair bridge

[★UF Rec] #35 “Chair Bridge” — Liven up your event with an easy beanbag toss recreation for seniors! Includes guidance on facilitation, exercises, and preparation!

Are you looking to expand your repertoire of beanbag activities? A great game for that is “Chair Bridge.” It helps improve finger flexibility and gives the brain a workout, making it perfect for day service recreation, too! The rules are simple: toss beanbags onto chairs so they land and stay on top.

If you place an obstacle—like a piece of cardboard—between the chairs to act as a bridge, the beanbags may roll in unexpected directions, making the game even more exciting.

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miyabi

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