Six Easter activities for Alzheimer’s patients
After a long winter, spring is here! This means the weather is warmer, flowers are blooming, and we start celebrating one of our favorite holidays: Easter! There are many activities that Alzheimer’s caretakers or family members can plan for patients, to help them prepare for Easter and enjoy the holiday. BEST EASTER ACTIVITIES FOR ALZHEIMER’S Read more
How to prevent wandering for Alzheimer’s patients
According to alz.org, six out of ten people with dementia will wander. In the early stages of Alzheimer’s, patients start to experience some confusion, which may lead to making an occasional wrong turn during a daily walk through the neighborhood. However, as dementia advances, Alzheimer’s patients may no longer remember their address and often do Read more
Spiritual Activities For People With Alzheimer’s Disease
Many Alzheimer’s patients had a deeply religious or spiritual lifestyle when they were younger. Dementia affects one in ten people over the age of 65 and can wipe out many of the rituals and traditions of their prior lives. It is important for the memory care facility to be respectful of the patients’ faith and Read more
Tips for Visits in Memory Care Facility
Visiting your loved ones in a memory care facility is beneficial to both parties. The patient will appreciate the love and attention you bring with you, and you as the visitor will benefit from seeing the joy you bring to your loved ones’ face. Learn how to make the most of your visit: Schedule your Read more
Infographic for Stages of Dementia
The Infographic by kindlycaredotcom explains Dementia in 3-stage and 7-stage models.
Multi-sensory stimulation in memory care facilities
Multi-sensory stimulation is very popular in memory care facilities and refers to the ability to process information through the five senses: sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing. Benefits of Sensory Stimulation Multi-Sensory Environments can open up a whole new world for individuals with cognitive and physical impairments. There are many benefits to creating a sensory-stimulating Read more
2 Minute Activities for Alzheimer’s Patients
It’s a natural question for anyone who has a loved one with Alzheimer’s, or someone who cares for someone with Alzheimer’s to ask themselves: what kind of activities are appropriate for someone with Alzheimer’s? What kind of things would my loved one be most able to enjoy, and what can I do to make them Read more
Practical Activities For People Living With Alzheimer’s Disease
Finding activities for people living in a memory care facility can seem like a daunting task. Some people are unclear on what kind of activities are good for Alzheimer’s and what kind of activities people with the disease can enjoy. Luckily, there are plenty of practical activities someone with Alzheimer’s disease can enjoy. When Read more
Best Christmas Presents for Alzheimer’s patients
Christmas Shopping is stressful for most of us. Children are pretty easy to shop for since they write their wish list to Santa, and most older children are quite happy to get money or gift cards, but what should we get for our loved ones with Alzheimer’s in a memory-care facility? The best gift we Read more