Well, I hope when and if I'm in the retirement home position that there is a quilting day. I'm sure I will ask where quilting is. Probably many times a day. It's been so ingrained in me to get up and sew and to join the quilting girls once a week that I can't imagine life without it. Nursing homes try to keep their residents active, productive and happy. They all have diverse activities. Ask about a craft room available. They may have a room that you could actually leave your machines and fabric in. The group I'm in now is very diverse. People come to do whatever they are working on. Quilting by hand, piecing, applique, putting on binding, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, beading. Anyone is welcome even if it's to visit. At this age, I will want that until I'm gone. So, yes yes yes. Do it. I'm sure the activity director would welcome you. Good luck and let us know how things go.