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For seniors: Year-round ideas for wall decorations

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Wall decorations that brighten up the walls of senior care facilities.

Many facilities likely include them as part of craft-based recreation.

While seasonal wall art that lets residents feel the time of year is lovely even when spending time indoors, pieces that seniors can make at their own pace—and that can be used year-round regardless of season—have their own special appeal.

So this time, we’re sharing ideas for “wall decorations you can use all year round.”

Craft recreation helps stimulate the brain by using the fingers, and it also sparks conversation with other residents, promoting communication.

Be sure to try out the ideas introduced here!

[For Seniors] Usable All Year Round! Wall Decoration Ideas (31–40)

Torn-paper collage with newspapers

Recreation Enjoyable for Seniors and People with Disabilities! Torn Newspaper Collage “Yume Yume” PV

Torn-paper collage with newspapers

If you use the color pages of a newspaper, you can create a vibrant torn-paper collage! The method is very simple: draw a rough sketch on a backing sheet and then paste torn pieces of newspaper over it.

It’s a great craft idea for seniors, as you can enjoy selecting colors from various newspaper sections to match the image you have in mind.

Even if you’re not satisfied with the result, it’s easy to fix by layering more newspaper on top.

Tearing the paper into small pieces uses your fingertips thoroughly and provides plenty of stimulation for the brain.

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Simple garland

[Easy Origami] How to Make a Garland: A Cute Decoration Elementary School Kids Can Easily Make Using Translucent Origami from the 100-Yen Shop

Simple garland

It may look complicated at first glance, but here’s a garland that’s very easy to make.

Score an origami sheet and cut it into eight equal strips.

Prepare four different lengths, plus one strip that’s folded in half.

Stack the strips (except the folded-in-half one) so that the shortest is in the middle, align one end and staple it, then align and staple the other end—this will create a plump, rounded ornament.

Use the folded-in-half strip to connect the pieces.

Using translucent origami paper or double-sided patterned paper gives a beautiful finish.

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In conclusion

When a piece you created is displayed at a facility you regularly use, it fosters a sense of attachment and likely gives you a feeling of accomplishment as well. Creating wall art can be done indoors while seated, making it a recommended recreational activity for older adults. By all means, please enjoy making it together!