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"Mystery Murder Scavenger Hunt: The Case of the Missing Candy!"

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"Mystery Murder Scavenger Hunt: The Case of the Missing Candy!"
TypeSocial
Level of careIndependent Living
Best inOctober
Printables2 handouts

A themed scavenger hunt where residents work in teams to solve clues hidden around the living facility to find "stolen" Halloween candy. This promotes teamwork, problem-solving, and light physical activity as they explore the community in a fun, engaging way.

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