[For Seniors] Wall Decorations to Enjoy October
October is filled with various events like Halloween and sports festivals.
Why not decorate your home or facilities used by older adults with lovely wall displays to match these fun occasions?
In this article, we introduce wall decoration ideas that let you enjoy October’s events!
We’ve gathered a variety of ideas featuring Halloween, of course, as well as foods that are in season in October.
They’re all easy to try—many just involve cutting and pasting—so be sure to make them together with older adults!
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[For Seniors] Wall Decorations to Enjoy October (81–90)
bat
Introducing a “bat” design that’s perfect as a wall decoration for October, when Halloween excitement is in full swing! It’s a motif you can enjoy all year round, not just in October.
All you basically need is black and yellow construction paper, so it’s super easy! You can download the template for free—just cut along the lines and you’re good to go.
Since the bat isn’t too realistic, it can be displayed naturally on the walls of your home or in senior facilities.
You might also try arranging them in different sizes or changing the bat’s expressions for a fun twist.
squirrel
When you think of cute animals that appear in autumn, squirrels come to mind! Their expressions as they stuff their cheeks full of acorns are so adorable.
How about using these charming squirrels as a theme for autumn wall decorations? They’re great because you can use them all year round—highly recommended! The key points are their cute expressions and the squirrel’s distinctive body patterns.
It seems you can download the template for free, so be sure to take advantage of that.
In the video, the squirrel doesn’t have a tail, so adding one will make it look even more squirrel-like.
Since all you have to do is cut and paste colored construction paper, this would be a fun activity to make together with your grandchildren or residents at a senior care facility.
Relay
When it comes to the main event at a sports day, it has to be the relay race! How about using that relay theme as an idea for a wall decoration? It’s also a great option if you’re looking for decorations that people of all ages can enjoy.
In the video, we show how to make a running girl, but if you want to capture the relay feeling, you could arrange it to show a boy or animals running together as well.
Adding headbands or sweat drops will really bring out the relay atmosphere! It’s perfect for making with your grandchild or as a recreation activity in a senior care facility.
flag
October gradually gets cooler, making it a perfect season for sports and school athletic festivals! For those looking for wall decoration ideas to enjoy in October, we recommend “national flags.” Why not easily brighten up your room using familiar materials like construction paper, twine, and glue? Fold the construction paper in half, cut it, and draw a flag design on the surface.
You can use crayons, colored pencils—any art supplies you like! Try drawing flags from your favorite countries or places filled with memories.
Finally, thread the twine and attach the flags to create the perfect wall decoration! It also works as a garland, so you can stylishly decorate your wall.
fallen leaves
Seeing colorful fallen leaves is also an autumn tradition.
How about using those beautiful leaves as an idea for a wall decoration? You don’t need patterns—just scissors, a compass, a ruler, and a hole punch, and you can easily make fallen leaves like maple and ginkgo! Once you learn how to sketch them, you can create various types of leaves in any size you like.
Using a hole punch to show insect bites adds a realistic touch.
It’s also recommended for recreational activities at senior care facilities, so please give it a try.
shiitake mushroom
Shiita mushrooms are an iconic taste of autumn, and their distinctive shape makes them perfect motifs for wall decorations! Why not try realistically recreating shiitake growing on a log? They have great visual impact, so brighten up the walls of your home or senior care facility.
By crumpling colored paper, you can mimic the texture of the mushroom cap and stem.
It’s also great for fine motor skill practice, making it an excellent craft for recreational activities in senior facilities.
A three-dimensional wall decoration like this is sure to be a hit.
[For Seniors] Wall Decorations to Enjoy October (91–100)
acorn
When we think of autumn, we think of the season when lots of cute acorns ripen.
How about using those acorns as an idea for a wall decoration? Just by rolling paper or colored paper, you can create a stylish and festive wall display! Roll paper and wrap it with brown colored paper to make an acorn.
For older adults or children with less finger strength, using thin paper like calligraphy paper or tissue paper makes it easier to roll.
When decorating the wall, try adding colorful branches, leaves, and fallen leaves to make it lively.
Older adults, enjoy making these while reminiscing about the days when you used to pick up acorns!