It starts like any other day. You’ve got your routine down. Breakfast trays are being passed, morning care is underway, and you know which residents need a little extra time and who’s usually ready to go. You’ve already helped someone find their missing slipper, calmed another who was looking for her husband, and you’re halfway through assisting a resident with…
How to Encourage Residents to Participate in Activities – Use These 8 Practical Tactics Getting residents involved in activities can greatly improve their quality of life, but it often requires a thoughtful, patient approach. Here are 8 practical tactics staff can use to gently encourage participation: >>> Understand Individual Interests Start by learning what makes each resident tick. Ask about their…
Engaging elderly individuals with dementia in intergenerational activities can offer numerous benefits, including: Enhanced Cognitive Stimulation: Interacting with younger generations can provide a rich source of cognitive stimulation. These activities often involve conversations, storytelling, and games, which can help maintain cognitive functions and slow the progression of dementia symptoms. The novelty and variety in these interactions can be more…
Beyond Child’s Play: The Philosophy Behind Meaningful Engagement in Dementia Care – In dementia…
As the needs of people living with dementia grow more complex, long-term care homes…
