[For Seniors] Activities to Enjoy March: Games, Crafts, Music, and Snack Recreation
March, when it gradually gets warmer, is a season that lifts our spirits as we feel the signs of spring.
Why not incorporate seasonal activities into recreational programs to enjoy with older adults? We’ve gathered ideas full of seasonal flair—from games and crafts themed around spring icons like cherry blossoms, butterflies, and bamboo shoots, to snack-time activities that spark the appetite with sweet aromas, and even music sessions that make you want to move.
Many can be done while seated or prepared with familiar, easy-to-get materials, so be sure to try them in your daily recreation programs.
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[For Seniors] Activities to Enjoy in March: Games, Crafts, Music, and Snack Recreation (81–90)
Peach Blossom Wreath
Here’s an introduction to a cute peach blossom wreath made with origami.
Both the wreath base and the peach blossoms are created by combining individual parts.
Since many of the steps are simple, it should be suitable for many older adults to try.
Origami involves thinking ahead to the next steps and the finished piece, so it’s said to have brain-training benefits.
What’s more, the fingers are so closely connected to the brain that they’re often called the “second brain.” Using your fingertips is said to stimulate and activate the brain.
Please consider using this peach blossom wreath craft as a recreational activity.
Paper Cup Fishing
Let me introduce a lively, indoor activity: “Paper Cup Fishing.” You’ll need paper cups, newspaper, disposable chopsticks and tape, plus some wire.
First, draw your favorite sea creatures on the paper cups.
If drawing isn’t your strength, you can paste on printed illustrations.
Tear newspaper into thin strips by hand and attach them to the cups.
The length changes the difficulty, so you can make larger “fish” harder to catch if you like.
Make a fishing rod with the chopsticks, a fishing line from newspaper, and a hook from wire—then you’re ready! Arrange the fish-shaped paper cups on a table and catch them with your rod.
You can play in various ways: first to catch five wins, or whoever catches the most in 30 seconds wins, and so on.
While playing, you’ll use many parts of the body—shoulders, elbows, wrists, and fingertips—so it’s also effective as occupational therapy.
It’s perfect for recreation in senior care facilities.
A word activity inspired by Ear Day
Let’s enjoy some fun oral exercises using words related to ears.
The key is to move your mouth widely while saying ear-themed words like “mimizu” (earthworm, which sounds like “mimi”/ear) and “ear cleaning.” Tongue twisters such as “Mimizu no mimi wa mimizu no mimi” are also perfect for mouth exercises.
It might be enjoyable for seniors to come up with words together.
It’s a two-for-one recreation: enjoy smiling conversations while maintaining oral health.
How about some ear-themed wordplay for Ear Day to make oral care more fun?
Tulip
Here is an introduction to a calendar themed around tulips, which come into full bloom around March.
Tulips have a distinctive rounded shape and vibrant colors.
A calendar made with tulips crafted from origami or construction paper may hold each senior’s personal thoughts and feelings.
Looking at a cute, self-made tulip calendar can bring joy and a sense of satisfaction.
Displaying it in one’s room might even make it feel as if spring has arrived indoors.
Strawberry Quiz
When it comes to fruits that evoke spring, strawberries come to mind.
These days you can find them in supermarkets even in winter, but strawberries are originally in season in spring.
Because they’re sweet and often used in desserts, some older adults may be fond of them as well.
A quiz about strawberries—an iconic spring fruit that’s familiar to older adults—would likely get everyone excited.
Through the quiz, you’ll also have the chance to learn surprising facts about strawberries.
It can be a fun way for older adults to discover things they didn’t know about strawberries.
Enjoy a delightful time with a strawberry quiz!