This article reviews a project conducted with nursing home residents using child-centered play therapy. Play therapy was chosen as a therapeutic modality in order to reach this population more creatively. Three case studies are presented. Therapeutic changes were reported by the social worker, staff members, the elderly participants, and the author. Observed outcomes of therapy reported were decreased depression, heighten self-esteem, improved socialization skills, and what appeared to be resolution of difficult issues. A discussion of limitations, selection of clients, and suggestions for future use of play therapy with this population are included.