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[For Seniors] Recommended for Christmas Crafts! Simple Handmade Project Ideas

Care Worker Initial Training Certification ObtainedNakajima Junko
Leveraging my experience working as a care worker at a day service, I am currently active as a writer in the caregiving and welfare fields. Beyond writing, I hope to expand my work into web design and illustration. I am a mother of three who has begun studying to become a certified social worker.

Christmas is one of the major events held in December, isn’t it?

Care facilities and day service centers often decorate their interiors to create a festive Christmas atmosphere, don’t they?

Among older adults, some may feel excited and cheerful when spending time in rooms adorned with Christmas decorations.

With that in mind, this time we’re introducing decoration ideas that can help older adults feel happy and uplifted.

We’ve gathered many ideas that have simple steps and are easy to prepare.

You can also enjoy making them together with older adults and start the fun from the preparations for the Christmas party.

Please use this article as a reference.

[For Seniors] Recommended Christmas Crafts! Simple Handmade Project Ideas (111–120)

Three-dimensional wall-mounted Christmas tree

[Craft Idea] Christmas Tree Crafts (with templates) (December) (wall decorations) (senior recreation/occupational therapy/day service) (early childhood education) (origami) (DIY)

Three-dimensional wall-mounted Christmas tree

Here are some ideas for a three-dimensional wall-mounted Christmas tree that you can also enjoy decorating.

First, prepare green origami paper and double-sided colored origami paper.

Stack these two sheets, fold them in half, and cut along a Christmas tree template you prepared separately.

This will create a shape that looks like a Christmas tree cut in half.

Attach the flat side to the wall and display it.

You can also decorate the tree as you like.

By the way, templates are available for download online.

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[For Seniors] Recommended Christmas Crafts! Simple Handmade Project Ideas (121–130)

Angels and wreaths made of paper

[Craft Idea] Angels and Wreaths ~Craft~ (November/December) (Christmas Wreath) (Wall Decoration) (Childcare/Educational) (Senior Recreation) (Easy Craft) (Doily) (Creative)

Angels and wreaths made of paper

The angel made from folded doilies is lovely.

When you attach it to a holly wreath, it brings out the full Christmas spirit.

It also seems fun to make together with seniors.

Cutting the hair with scissors lets each person show their individuality, which is really interesting.

If you display the finished pieces in the facility, it will further heighten the Christmas atmosphere.

Since it involves using your hands, it also seems good for stimulating the brain.

Let’s all enjoy making them together and have a wonderful Christmas!

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In conclusion

They were handmade decorations that were easy to make yet high in quality.

Seeing the decorations can spark lively conversations with older adults and help build communication.

If older adults join from the decoration-making process, it can also create opportunities for them to talk with others.

Please make use of this article and have a wonderful Christmas.