subject: How To Throw A Luau At Nursing Homes In Michigan [print this page] Having fun is extremely important, and it becomes even more so as you get older. It is even more important for those that reside in nursing homes in Michigan. It is summer and is the perfect time to throw a luau. While seniors may have some physical limitations, it shouldnt prevent them from having a good time and these are some ideas on how to throw a luau in one of the nursing homes in Michigan.
Invitations
The invitations that your guests receive can really make a difference in the mood of the party. Something creative such as surfboards, pineapples, or even a hula girl can set the tone before the party has even started. Come up with a festive name for the party and get people excited.
Location
Have the party outside. If you have a nearby beach, great, if not, dont sweat it. Simply being outdoors can add a lot of ambiance to the party. However watch the weather and if it looks like things to could troublesome outdoors be prepared to move inside.
Decorations
Use Tropical fruit as both food and a decoration. Fruit such as star fruit, pineapples, mangoes, and kiwis are great for this as they are both delicious and festive.
Lights can add to the feel of the party and are rather inexpensive. Christmas lights work if you have them, but if you dont and you do not have the funds worry not.
Use bright colors for the tablecloths napkins and such. You can even use grass skirts as a trim for tables and such to add just that extra feel to the party. Setting the right tone at a party can be the difference between a great luau and a decent party.
Stuffed parrots and fake palm trees are also good decorations to have. Both can be cheap and inexpensive for those that need to worry about the budget. Parrots can be found at yard sales, toy stores, or even thrift stores. Palm trees are able to be home made with card board tubes, construction paper, and some glue. You can even use Styrofoam balls as coconuts.
Optional Costume
Adding in a Hawaiian dress suggestion to your invitations can be a great idea. Not everyone has Hawaiian shirts or other festive clothing so if your budget allows for it grass skirts, leis, and possibly coconut bikini tops can be cheap at a party store and can ensure that everyone has something to wear.
Music
You cant forget the island music! Music is a great way to push a theme into a party. Lets face it, its hard to be unhappy and not smile when you see your friends dancing in grass skirts and coconut bikini tops to fun tropical music.
You are never too old to have fun. Even living in nursing homes in Michigan, there is opportunity to throw a fun party that will get people smiling and laughing. Dont be afraid to have a good time with it, we are all as young as we act and even for a few hours, being a kid again can rejuvenate the soul.
