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Cherie avatar

Hi everyone, We are about to commence a late afternoon program for our Dementia residents, so I was wondering if anyone has any ideas to help us kick it off.

Thank You

Kathleen avatar

Depending on cognitive decline, but a sing a long usually goes down well.

Being sundowner time can be tricky especially with a full moon.

Susan avatar

Hi Jill

I think a Sing a long as a good idea

https://www.goldencarers.com/how-to-plan-music-activities-for-dementia-care/3192/

There is another article that could help you

https://www.goldencarers.com/sundowning-symptoms-triggers-strategies/4451/

Make sure to read the comments as well

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