[For Seniors] June-Themed Activities: Recommended Recreation and Game Collection

reading aloud

Nagai Kafu 'A Maid's Story' Reading Café Live Reading — Aozora Bunko Masterpiece Literature Reading — Read by Rie Endo

June 19 is apparently “Reading Aloud Day.” Many people may not be very familiar with read-alouds, right? But reading aloud isn’t just about reading or listening to long stories—there are plenty of options to fit the time available, like very short story collections or poetry readings.

If you want something longer, there are plays and novels, and you can also enjoy picture books you read long ago—things you know but don’t quite remember.

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Strikeout

[Sports Recreation] Popular❣️ Strikeout 🔢🎾 #shorts #recreation #dayservice #seniors #rehabilitation #nursingcare #carefacility #Yamanashi #Kofu

Strikeout is a game where you throw balls at numbered targets.

Besides being expected to benefit arm exercise, strikeout is also said to help strengthen the core.

By training the core, you improve body balance and help prevent falls.

It’s a game where you can knock down numbered targets and get a workout while having fun.

Because it’s a game that can be enjoyed in a lively, large group, it should create a cheerful atmosphere.

You can also have fun by making targets with illustrations or photos instead of numbers.

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Nakajima Junko

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Kero Kero Catchy

[Kero Kero Catchy] #BrainTraining #DayService #CognitivePrevention #ElderCare #Frog #shorts

Exciting recreation! Here’s an idea for Kero-Kero Catcher.

It’s a game where you catch balloons with frog illustrations on them and compete for points.

Track the balloons with your eyes and try to catch them firmly while enjoying their unpredictable, wiggly movements.

Prepare cardboard or empty boxes, balloons, plastic bags, and tape, and make your own Kero-Kero Catcher.

Once you get the hang of it, it could be fun to assign different point values to each balloon color!

Sheet Valley

Senior Recreation: [100-Yen Store Goods, Daiso] Lively and fun sheet volleyball for everyone! #RecreationForSeniors #Daiso #Fun

Let’s play seat volleyball using sunshades sold at 100-yen shops.

It’s a game that many older adults can enjoy.

Connect two sunshades to create a volleyball court.

Ask the seated participants to hold the two connected sunshades.

Roll a beach volleyball on top of the sunshades.

Before starting, use tape or similar to mark the court areas on the sunshades.

When the time limit is up, the side where the ball is located loses.

With gameplay similar to real volleyball, older adults should find it enjoyable.

And since it can be played while seated, many seniors will likely be able to participate.

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Nakajima Junko

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Which country is considered the birthplace of Father’s Day?

It was really scary

Father’s Day originated in the United States.

In 1909, Sonora Smart Dodd petitioned a ministers’ association for “a day to honor fathers,” which marked the beginning.

However, at the time, Father’s Day was less well-known than Mother’s Day.

It is said to have spread after President Woodrow Wilson delivered a speech at a ceremony in 1916.

In Japan, it wasn’t until the 1980s that it became widely recognized as it is today.

Although Father’s Day now seems commonplace, the sentiments of those who came before us toward fathers have borne fruit, and it is known as an important day both at home and abroad.

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Senior Rhythm Exercise: Longing in the Rain

[Senior Exercise] Senior Rhythm Exercises – A Karaoke Routine You Can Do Anywhere: “Ame no Bojo (Yoshi Aki)” ☆Improved Version☆

Let’s loosen up our bodies while singing! Here are some ideas for the Senior Rhythm Exercise “Ame no Bojō.” Moving your body to the rhythm refreshes both mind and body, doesn’t it? It’s especially recommended during the rainy season when the rain keeps you from going out for a walk.

Hum along to a nostalgic song while giving your body a good stretch.

You might find your head feeling clearer after the exercise! The routine is choreographed so you can participate even while seated, so please give it a try.

Sign Language Exercise: Roses Bloomed

Mike Maki / ‘Roses Bloomed’ Exercise Dance [Sign Language Exercise] #ExerciseDance #Exercise #DayService #RosesBloomed

A recreation activity recommended by a physical therapist! Here are ideas for a sign-language exercise to the song ‘Bara ga Saita’ (“The Roses Bloomed”).

Try humming this nostalgic tune while doing exercises that incorporate sign language.

The choreography is simple and easy to follow, which is a key point.

Since some moves repeat, it should be easy to remember.

Making this exercise part of your routine can help refresh both mind and body.

Take this opportunity to give it a try!