The decision to place a loved one in a senior's facility or for seniors who decide to stay in their home as long as possible can be difficult for the senior and the other family members.
Sometimes, there's a need for comfort from home to be with them, while you or others cannot be with them full time. Just to share, some facilities may restrict certain items for their own reasons. However, when there's an opportunity to give, it's nice to be able to provide the warmth that your gift can make.
Projects for Seniors In Sitting Positions
- Textured Lap Blanket
- Crochet Patriotic Lapghan
- Joy's Journey Lapghan
- Crochet Latte Lapghan
- Baker's Mix Lapghan
- Crochet Spiral Lapghan
- Rectangle Granny Lapghan
- Wheelchair Wrap
Sensitivity to Skin
For those seniors who are in a facility or limited in space, these Make It Merry Christmas Trees are adorable and brings the festive season to them.
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11 Free Crochet Patterns for Seniors to Enjoy
DescriptionLearn about 11 free patterns that are helpful for seniors to have.
Author Michael Sellick
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The Crochet Crowd
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Donna Nickell says
When I took items for my husband in assisted living they disappeared/ stolen. Be aware of whom you send them too!
June Bonfield says
Yes this happens often....when we took our beautiful afghans to seniors in nursing homes, we went to management and got those cloth nametags and sewed then on with resipients name clearly on !
It did help with the stealing.
Joan says
It happens all the time and not just with blankets. My Husbands Grandmother was in an Alzheimer’s unit and when his Mom went every single day she would tell him something was missing, Grandma’s clothes , her Dolly, blanket, it was awful ?
Wanda Seibert says
Reading through patriot comfort. Can you explain row 2 repeat. Skip next st, dc in next, dc in next skipped stitch. There are no skipped stitches in previous row, correct? Did I miss something?
Thanks for your time.
Susan says
Is there any type of crochet pattern for dementia patients? I once saw one made out of material but I am not good with sewing. Other then that I am interested in trying to crochet items for senior donations. I just work slowly.
Judith tusing says
To who this may concern I crochet for people to. I didn't know about a site for seniors. I would like to know more. Thanks
Sharon laird says
I was wondering where would I send any projects I can make for the seniors?
Nancy Windle says
Another item not mentioned for the Crochet Senior Project are shawls. I have worked many years with the elderly and know that they are often chilly. Many are sensitive to the breezes from fans and air conditioners and will complain they are cold. A sweater might be too hot if the temperature is warm, but a shawl is just enough covering to take the chill off. Shawls and ponchos are also great for those who do not have enough range of motion to be able to put on a sweater
Debby Gesing says
Jeannie, what about twiddle muffs/mats? I work reception at a senior facility. All levels..memory, skilled care, rehab..I've made a mat, asked the resident's sister if it would be appropriate..she loved it..also a muff another family member took down to the unit.
Bought the instruction book(s) from Annie's bought the sewn ones too. Great stash busting projects.
Fay Fraser says
Thanks Mikey N Dan... a wonderful idea.
Soli Rod says
Hello, I'm a senior, love crocheting, but am only a inter mitten
Heidi Kelly says
I absolutely love that you posted this for seniors and their needs....I've doing lap blankets for assisted living facilities for many years now and have found much comfort and joy knowing that I have given someone a little joy, a smile, a better day, a little piece of me......thank you Michael and Dan and the whole crochet crowd network for all that you do...love you all!