Movement
Simple opportunities to move as part of an enjoyable activity.
Co Regulation Sensory Cards
A practical idea to reach for when you are not sure what to do next
40 simple activity ideas for older adults, families, support workers and care teams.
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Sometimes a good support moment starts with one simple idea.
What the cards are for
More ways to connect, participate and enjoy the moment
Rhythm and music
Ideas using familiar music, rhythm and shared experiences.
Sensory experiences
Practical ideas using touch, sound, familiar objects and the environment.
Conversation
Activities that can create a natural starting point for talking and reminiscing.
Connection
Ideas that can be shared rather than leaving the person to complete an activity alone.
Familiar objects
Use everyday items that may already be available in the home or service.
Meaningful activity
Look for interests, preferences and activities that feel relevant to the person.
Co regulation
Simple ways to slow the moment down and support connection when that is what the person needs.
Follow the person
The goal is not to make somebody complete the activity
Offer rather than impose
An activity is an invitation. The person can join in, change it, stop or choose something different.
Notice the response
Interest, comfort, communication, energy and preferences help guide what happens next.
Keep everyday moments human
The cards are there to support connection and ideas, not to turn every visit into an intervention.
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Co Regulation Sensory Cards
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$97
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Co Regulation Sensory Cards
General everyday activity ideas
These cards provide general ideas for connection, sensory experiences, movement, rhythm, conversation and meaningful activity.
Personal Exercise Physiology
Movement selected for one person
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Co Regulation Tip Sheets
The Tip Sheets are designed for handover, care team meetings, support planning and sharing one practical idea at a time.
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More ideas for connection, choice and everyday support
Read more about co regulation with older adults, supporting someone without taking over, and why play, music and meaningful activity can still matter throughout life.
Choice, connection and participation
When an older parent says no
It can be hard when someone you love keeps saying no to help, movement, activities or leaving the house. Sometimes the most useful response is not to push harder, but to slow down and work out what the no may be telling you.
Falls prevention and confidence
Falls prevention is about confidence, not just avoiding falls
Falls prevention is not simply about telling someone to sit down or encouraging them to have a go. Safety, confidence, strength, balance and the person's individual risks all need to be considered together.
Family support and participation
Caring for an older family member without taking over
When you care about someone, it is natural to want to make life safer and easier for them. The difficult part can be knowing when to help and when to leave room for them to keep doing things in their own way.
For services wanting more
Practical resources can be the starting point
If your organisation later wants help embedding more meaningful participation, choice and connection across everyday support, explore Meaningful Moments.
Explore Meaningful Moments