NATIONAL CAMPAIGN · 2026

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Last updated: 26 May, 2026

Birthdays

A birthday-themed resource filled with ideas to inspire celebration, reminiscence and connection. Supports meaningful and person-centred birthday experiences for individuals of all ages.

Format: PDF

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Introduction

A comprehensive birthday-themed toolkit designed to support meaningful, inclusive and person-centred celebrations in care settings. Includes reminiscence ideas, milestone birthday conversations, celebration planning, creative writing, poetry, arts and crafts, baking inspiration, sensory ideas and guidance around bereavement and continuing bonds. Encourages connection, reflection, creativity and joyful shared experiences while respecting individual preferences and cultural differences.

About this resource

Category

Activity Ideas

Audience

Activity Provider Activity Team Care staff Dementia Friends and Family Group activity Individuals Learning Disability One to One

Topic

Arts Baking Communication Conversation Starter Creative Writing Culture Food Games Life History Life Story Music Poetry Quiz Relationships Reminiscence Sensory Wellbeing