[For Senior Care Facilities] Fun! Recommended Events for October
In October, the heat eases and there are more days when the sunlight feels gentle.
There are also plenty of activities like autumn sports festivals and Sports Day, as well as seasonal events such as the Harvest Moon and Halloween.
October is full of fun.
Why not plan recreational events that let older adults enjoy the atmosphere of October?
Here are some event ideas, full of October flair, that seniors can enjoy.
Let’s bring seasonal joy to seniors, who may spend similar days, through events that highlight the time of year!
- [For Seniors] Recreation Games Related to October Events
- [For Seniors] Simple Tabletop Games: Fun and Engaging Recreational Activities
- [For Seniors] Fun Autumn Activities: Recreation Games
- Fun Halloween recreation activities at a nursing care facility
- [For Seniors] Liven Up November Day Services! Fun Autumn Event Ideas
- [For Seniors] Snack Recipes We Want to Make in the October Recreation Activity
- [For Seniors] Fun Brain Training! Quizzes Recommended for October
- [For Seniors] Wall Decorations to Enjoy October
- [October Health Topic] Introducing Recreational Activities for Seniors!
- [Day Service] Craft Ideas for Seniors to Make in October
- For Seniors: Easy Crafts Recommended for October
- [For Seniors] Enjoy September’s Autumn Fun! A Collection of Craft, Game, and Exercise Ideas
- [For Seniors] Making October Calendars: A Roundup of Recommended Motifs
[For Senior Care Facilities] Fun! Recommended Events for October (21–30)
Halloween mobile
If you want to try a decoration that’s a cut above the rest, Halloween mobiles are a great choice! Their gentle swaying looks beautiful, and older adults are sure to enjoy them too.
First, cut construction paper into pumpkin shapes and stick colored cellophane on them.
It’ll look even more festive if you make a variety of shapes, not just pumpkins—like spider webs and bats! Next, thread twine through three straws, then tie the twine at the center of each straw.
Connect the mobiles by tying the twine to each straw, attach your cutouts, and you’re done! The colors change depending on how the light hits, so enjoy a wonderful Halloween with this charming mobile.
Bakeraccho
When we think of ghosts, we don’t just picture them swaying and drifting—we also strongly associate them with changing into different forms.
This song is themed around things that can change shape, and its choreography even incorporates elements of games.
Not only ghosts but also raccoon dogs (tanuki) and cats are used as prompts, with everyone striking poses and trying to match them.
By using your whole body to hit each pose, you can enjoy moving your entire body in a fun way.
The song’s light tempo makes it easy to find a rhythm for moving, which really enhances the enjoyment.
[For Elderly Care Facilities] Fun! Recommended Events in October (31–40)
Pinkfong Exercise
This piece portrays the eerie atmosphere of a skeleton ghost writhing, and the choreography is also inspired by skeletons.
Since Halloween is originally a foreign tradition, moving your body to an English song might help you feel the authentic vibe.
With its focus on the jerky, angular motions of a skeleton, recreating the choreography draws attention to joint movement.
Another highlight is the gradually accelerating tempo—if you catch the rhythm and move your body, it can lead to smoother joint motion.
French toast on a hot plate
How about serving the stylish treat of French toast as an autumn snack activity for seniors? Using an electric griddle is recommended since several people can enjoy cooking together.
The buttery aroma of French toast whets the appetite, stimulates the brain, and will likely be a hit with older adults.
Also, cutting the bread into dice makes it easier to flip while cooking and easier for seniors to eat.
By working together, everyone can experience cooperation and a sense of accomplishment.
mummy man
If you want to try a full-on costume, how about going for a mummy? It’s a very simple costume, but since you have to wrap white bandages or cloth all around, it’s surprisingly one of the more demanding ones.
If you’re using cloth, using pieces with slightly frayed edges will make it look more authentic.
Adding fake blood can make it scarier, too.
If dressing your whole body feels like a bit much, just doing your face is fine.
Enjoy the costume, but be careful not to cover your nose or mouth, and don’t wrap it too tightly.
The world goes wah-ha-ha!
A song with a gentle vibe that expresses a smile with the whole body—perfect for a Halloween setting where you convey fun through your entire being.
Since the content involves moving your body broadly to a calm rhythm, you can feel the song’s comical world with your whole body.
The lyrics that depict smiles and playful expressions are also key to conveying joy, and if you consciously focus on your facial expressions, the sense of fun will be emphasized even more.
If squats are difficult, doing the moves while seated is also recommended.
Focus on your arms and move your whole body with intention.
Tonight is Halloween night
This piece portrays the lively atmosphere of a fun party held on Halloween night with a light, buoyant feel.
It centers on a steady, gentle rhythm that encourages step movements, making it a good workout for the lower body.
Another highlight is the energetic arm swings inspired by ghostly motions; relaxing your arms as you swing can also help promote circulation.
With its unhurried tempo and simple choreography, it’s something even people who aren’t confident at dancing can enjoy moving to.