Participation is achieved with a lot of tender loving care. Here are a few tips: 1) Rule out pain/depression. 2) Find out what the resident enjoyed prior to coming to long term care 3) Invite resident to 'watch' activity or help someone to play activity.
I really appreciate this website and this is my second year using it. I am a Activity Director in mental health. We have residents from all ages at our facility so all the resources made available here can be utilized in so many ways. I am so thankful for this site and will continue using the resources for my residents
3) Invite resident to 'watch' activity or help someone to play activity.