I have a lot of trouble getting my dementia residents to participate as a group, so I do my activities in smaller groups of 3 or 4 for about 15mins each that way they do not lose interest or get bored. Those who do not wish to join in at all I spent time 1:1 with them.
Golden carers has helped improve my role as Engagement and activities practitioner, so many great ideas and activities available. This page has made my life so much easier, when I'm stuck for my own ideas i head over have a look what's new and a whole new world opens up. I have used Golden carers everyday since being in my new role, its amazing. Thank you to everyone that contributes.
Helen Babbage-Peart Engagement And Activity Co-ordinator United Kingdom