[For Seniors] Activities to Enjoy March: Games, Crafts, Music, and Snack Recreation

Easy Hina Dolls with a Topsy-Tail Twist

[Easy Craft] [Dollar Store DIY] Super Simple with a “Kururinpa” Twist! Cute and Chic Hina Dolls [Hinamatsuri Activity] #shorts

These are Hina dolls made using fabric tape that you can even buy at 100-yen shops.

You create them by sticking washi-patterned fabric tape onto another piece of fabric, so there’s no need for needles—making it safe for seniors as well.

After layering the fabrics, make a slit and then flip the piece inside out with a quick twist.

Once flipped, the head and neck area will take shape.

Use craft supplies or origami paper to make the face and small accessories, and attach them to the fabric you prepared.

You’ll end up with simple Hina dolls that have a refined, mature feel.

It’s a project you can enjoy even after making it, by taking it home and displaying it in your room.

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Nakajima Junko

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Hinamatsuri beanbag toss game

Hinamatsuri activity #dayservice #recreation

When it comes to lively activities for a Hina Matsuri (Doll Festival) event, this Hina Matsuri beanbag toss game is a great choice.

Not only can everyone enjoy it together, but the scoring system also sparks a sense of competition.

Preparing prizes will make it even more fun for older adults.

First, set up the Emperor and Empress dolls, the three court ladies, and the five musicians.

Place baskets or cups at each spot and label them with point values, then start the game.

Since beanbags are light and easy to throw, it’s a game that older adults can enjoy casually.

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Nanaka

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Hinamatsuri hand play

[Hand Play] Hinamatsuri!

We’d like to introduce a hand play activity that captures the feel of March.

Move your hands in time with the lyrics.

If you incorporate elements of the Peach Festival into the lyrics, it may help people recall past celebrations of Hinamatsuri.

Hand play also has brain-training benefits and is recommended for dementia prevention.

For example, moving different hands to different motions in time with the melody stimulates and activates the brain.

It’s great for recreation, and you can also include it in your March exercise sessions.

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Soran-bushi exercise

Soran-bushi exercise

Many older adults may be familiar with the Soran Bushi, don’t you think? I’ve heard it’s sometimes performed at school sports days.

Just hearing the rhythm and calls of Soran Bushi can make you feel energized.

Let’s try some exercises to the spirited rhythm of Soran Bushi.

Move your body by extending your hands forward or raising them overhead like a banzai cheer.

It can be done while seated, so many older adults should be able to take part.

If it’s a song they know, older adults will likely enjoy doing the exercises comfortably.

Gift-stuffing game

All-you-can-pack present game #nursingCare #careHome #careFacility #recreation #rec #elderly #dayService #AsokaEn #KitasunaHome #game

This is a game where players compete to see how many presents they can stuff into their own bag within a time limit, taking them from a table.

When pushing the presents in, they should use force while still being careful not to tear the bag—encouraging awareness of strength control.

To keep players from focusing only on the simple act of stuffing, it’s recommended to make the presents colorful so the visuals are enjoyable too.

If you randomize the sizes and shapes of the presents, you can also add an element of judgment in choosing which ones to put in the bag.

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