Section 2600.237. Program

(a) The following types of activities shall be offered at least weekly:

(1) Gross motor activities, such as dancing, stretching and other exercise.

(2) Self-care activities, such as personal hygiene.

(3) Social activities, such as games, music and holiday and seasonal celebrations.

(4) Crafts, such as sewing, decorations and pictures.

(5) Sensory and memory enhancement activities, such as review of current events, movies, story telling, picture albums, cooking, pet therapy and reminiscing.

(6) Outdoor activities, as weather permits, such as walking, gardening and field trips.

(b) Resident participation in general activity programming shall:

(1) Be voluntary.

(2) Respect the resident’s age and cognitive abilities.

(3) Support the retention of the resident’s abilities.

Notation

Cross References

This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 2600.231 (relating to admission).