I work in a dementia unit. I would like to know what activities your residents are interested in. I find that many of my residents are content doing nothing and watching what is going on in the building. Any suggestions are appreciated.
Hi Patricia, yes, it is not easy to motivate/attract residents living with dementia to structured activities. You can pretend it is not structured. For instance, try purchasing some long handle plastic Fly Swatters; give them to 5 or 6 residents and trow a balloon in their midst; this is an activity that rarely fails. They enjoy bouncing the balloon. Another one is sitting a group of residents around a table and placing lengths of different textures of fabric in their reach. They enjoy running their fingers into velvet, silk, wool, cotton, curtain and carpet fabric. Of course, some residents will fold a few under their arms and walk away! But if you have enough fabric there will be enough for others to join in. Also, take a look at this link; some foods for thought there. https://www.goldencarers.com/20-practical-activities-for-people-living-with-alzheimers-disease/3778/
Hello, I have just renewed my membership after spending a year with Golden Carers. My residents in the home where I am Activities leader have totally enjoyed all the activities I have used from your website. I have used your newsletter templates, quizzes, word games, "This Day in History", painting pages, seasonal topics, and many more. Keep up the good work in helping us provide meaningful care for our precious residents that we are privileged to look after ✨️
Lizzie Archer Activities Coordinator United Kingdom
https://www.goldencarers.com/20-practical-activities-for-people-living-with-alzheimers-disease/3778/
Patricia you may want to view with this article also
https://www.goldencarers.com/how-to-get-reluctant-residents-to-attend-activities/5980/