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Melva
Activity Director
Jane Spencer
Activity Provider
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I would like to thank you for everything you’ve done to help people like us, giving us new ideas and the confidence to continue doing what we do. As you know, it’s not the easiest job in the world - especially when trying to bring a smile to someone’s face. I wish you all the very best for the future and do hope will you continue for many years to come.
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Any ideas for an introverted lady that is vision and hearing impaired. She has rejected all of my ideas. Was a medical secretary, one daughter and no hobbies.
Hi Melva, it is so kind of you to look for ways to engage her! I worked with a woman in a similar situation, and by chance found that if we put unfolded things near her, she would fold and seemed to enjoy it. I found that giving her tasks was the best way to engage her in her surroundings. Maybe try giving her a basket of clothing to fold? Or a sensory board/station that she could access? I'm interested to hear others thoughts on this as well!
Thanks, Molly I will try these ideas.
Hi Melva , for the hearing impaired have you tried pocket talkers or headphones, even iPods where the volume can be increased? Sorting things by texture or shape, for example silverware into a flatware bin, hand massages, doing nails or
even trying a collection of essential oils on a cotton ball to guess the different sents. Gathering herbs and flowers for smelling and tasting and some of the Montessori activities for the elderly are wonderful.
I love these Montessori activities idea, Nancy! Thank you for sharing.