Over 5 million people in the US now have Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. Countless others are affected by this. Spring is the perfect opportunity to continue to stimulate their minds and bodies Follow these tips to make the life of a person with dementia more meaningful for him/her. The relationship they have with their family will also improve.
Of course, person appropriate offerings are the best. This means matching the activity to a person's interests and abilities, However, there are some pursuits that will make them smile no matter what.
Here are some easy fun, yet mind stimulating activities anyone can do with someone who has dementia.
Connect to nature
In spring flowers start to bloom. This is the perfect time to arrange flowers and discuss the favorite flowers of all. You can talk about flower colors scents, where flowers grow as well as any other characteristics about flowers that seem appropriate. This discussion and activity will stimulate their mind and give a dementia person a feeling of self worth
Go outdoors as often as possible. The fresh air is an elixir to creative and fun feelings. It is almost like being reborn. If you cannot go outside, open the windows and let the fresh air in.
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Friday, May 23, 2008
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