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SCIENCE FOR SENIORS- REMINDERS
By Gloria Hoffner, BA, ADPC

Important reminders when using the Science for Seniors activity:

• Always practice the demonstration/experiment prior to the program! You may have to adjust an ingredient, or allow more time, or bring extra supplies if residents want to repeat the demo so more residents can enjoy the hands-on participation.
• Always order the video/DVD early –a) To be sure it arrives on time for your program; b) to preview the video so you can adjust the film for your time limits; c) to make sure the video your selected does match your Science for Seniors topic.
• If possible, do your experiments/demonstrations in the middle of the room with residents in a circle for best viewing or place the experiment/demonstration on a cart so if needed you can move around the room repeating the experiment/demonstration so everyone has a clear view of the process.
• Always involve the residents in the experiments, the program suggestions, etc.  Have them tell their family members about the program and if possible invite them to attend. Several times when I told resident family members and visitors about our science program their response was, “Boy, I’d like to see that!”
• Always, always remember - this activity is not a success without the Senior in Science for Seniors.