I have a client who is vision impaired and loves coming to Bingo for the social side. I sit next to her and whisper the Bingo numbers and she calls them out with great pride. In between Bingo games, I have verbal quiz questions, which she enjoys immensely. Simple adaption of activities gives her the opportunity to be actively involved which in turn builds her self esteem, thus providing meaningful activities regardless of diagnosis or disease.
I call this time a winding down time. Mellow music is played, quiet time with massage, colouring and simple watercolours, aromatherapy, atomizer with lavender and lemon works well. I work as 1:1 complex needs support. I have found this technique to be very effective.
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Psychosocial Interventions for Dementia Care