Make a colourful collage

1. "Hands That Create"

• Concept: Trace or photograph residents’ hands and surround them with images of things they’ve made or loved doing — knitting, baking, gardening, painting.
• Add-ons: Include short quotes like “These hands planted roses” or “These hands held grandchildren.”

2. "A Patchwork of Passions"

• Concept: Each resident contributes a “patch” — a decorated square with drawings, magazine cutouts, or textures that represent their hobbies or dreams.
• Style: Assemble like a quilt on a large board or wall.

3. "Colour Me Happy"

• Concept: Use vibrant colours to represent different emotions or memories. Residents choose a colour and add a drawing, photo, or word that makes them feel joyful.
• Twist: Include tactile elements like fabric swatches, feathers, or buttons.

4. "Through My Window"

• Concept: Each resident designs a “window” showing a scene they love — a garden, seaside, childhood street, or fantasy world.
• Presentation: Frame each piece like a windowpane in a larger collage.

5. "The Art of Me"

• Concept: A self-expression collage with photos, doodles, favourite sayings, and textures that reflect each resident’s personality.
• Interactive: Add QR codes to audio recordings of residents sharing stories (if tech allows).

6. "Creative Generations"

• Concept: Blend old photos of residents’ younger selves with images of their creative legacy — things they’ve passed on to family or the community.
• Emotional Touch: Include messages from staff or family about how residents have inspired them.

Materials & Tips

• Accessible supplies: Foam shapes, stickers, pre-cut images, textured paper, glue sticks.
• Sensory-friendly: Include scented elements (lavender, cinnamon), soft fabrics, or musical cues.