Appearances matter in ACL 4. This tray was meant for entertaining, but the appeal of the tray draws their attention, encourages engagement, and supports their dignity.
Being in a nursing home is not an appealing idea. Good public relations and marketing benefits from attractive supplies and sorting trays, with people actually engaged in doing something when potential clients and family members come to visit. People sitting and staring at their laps are seen as waiting to die to get out of their misery, which is unnecessary.