
ACTIVITIES
The goal of the activities program at Columbus Manor includes:
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Promote Engagement
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Improve Socialization
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Reduce Stress
At Columbus Manor, we strive to providea therapeutic environment for our residents. We offer a variety of recreational opportunities that include more than just bingo! Activities include:
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Physical activities
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Cognitive stimulation
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Spiritual groups
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Service related programs
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Opportunity for community out trips
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Expressive arts
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And promoting social interaction by providing a variety of parties and seasonal events
These opportunities are aimed at promoting interaction with peers, improving functional abilities, improving morale and self-esteem and relieving tensions arising from mental, emotional and physical strains.
Creative Activities include:

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Arts and Crafts
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Poetry Appreciation
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Cooking and Baking
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Gardening
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Music Programs
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Writing Groups
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Talent Show
Social Activities include:

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Senior Club
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Women’s Club
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Beauty and Grooming
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Table Games
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Social Events
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Competitive Activities
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Special Events like monthly Auction
Cognitive Activities include

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Word Games
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Trivia
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Current events
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Reminiscence
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Discussion groups
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Movies and videos
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Writing and reading
Morning Exercise Program

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Exercise
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Music and movement
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Dodge Ball
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Physical games
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Adapted sports
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Community Walks
Dementia Programs

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Multi-sensory room
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Sensory stimulation
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Physical activities
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Creative activities
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One to One activities
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Task-oriented activities
Service Modalities

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One to one activities
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Independent activities
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Small groups
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Medium-sized groups
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Large groups
Columbus Manor offers residents a variety of group settings to facilitate the various needs of our residents:
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Specialized
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Referral
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Parallel
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Self-directed
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Planned
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Unstructured
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Spontaneous
Specialty Programs provide residents personal and social enrichment activities.
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Religious Services/Spirituality
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Outdoor Activities/Outings
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Resident Council/Committees
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Intergenerational Programs
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Community Programs
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Cultural/Ethnic Activities
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Resident Service Projects