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Activities That Stimulate Someone with Dementia

2/17/2020

 
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Do you have a loved one with dementia? If so, there are some things you should know about taking care of them. Keeping someone with dementia stimulated is important. There are many activities that will help you to do this. Before learning more about the activities that will help, remember to share this information and what works with other family members and the home care providers that help to care for your loved one.  

Singing to Music 

One of the ways to keep your loved one stimulated is by singing to music. You should pick some music from your loved one’s young adulthood or even childhood if you can. If you don’t know what type of music they listened to at that point, just choose their favorite music now. Listening to and singing along to music can help your loved one to remember happy memories from earlier in their life.  

Doing Chores 

You can also get your loved one to start doing chores around the house. These should be simple chores such as cleaning off the table, folding laundry, helping to unpack the groceries, sweeping the floor, or even dusting. By helping with these chores, your loved one is going to stay physically and mentally stimulated.  

Completing Art Projects 

Another way to keep your loved one stimulated is by helping them to complete art projects. These don’t have to be anything fancy. They can paint a picture frame, decorate a birdhouse, paint a picture, or anything else they might enjoy doing. Everyone has some artistic side. Pushing this side out of your loved one can help to stimulate them.  

Making a Scrapbook 

You can help to stimulate your loved one by making a scrapbook with them. Pick out some older photos and newer ones if you would like, as well. Choose some borders that are already precut and have your loved one pick some up. They can also place stickers on the pages, too. Putting a scrapbook together might spark some memories in your loved one.  

Physical Activity 

Your loved one can also get stimulated by doing physical activity. Activities such as walking, stretching, and yoga are all great for those who have dementia. They help to stimulate both the body and the mind. 

Caring for a Pet 
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Getting a pet to have your loved one care for can be a good idea. Caring for a pet can help to stimulate your loved one’s mind. It can also help them to get the physical activity they need, as well. 

These are some of the activities that can help to stimulate someone with dementia. Get your loved one into doing these things starting today.  

Source: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/ConditionsAndTreatments/dementia-activities-and-exercise 

If you or an aging loved one are considering Home Care Services in Chicago IL, contact the caring staff at Gentle Home Services. Call today (800) 860-9823.


Educational Presentation for Gentle Home Services Staff Members

7/12/2017

 
Educational Presentation for Gentle Home Services Staff Members 
Thursday, July 13, 2017 
5pm-7pm 

Horwich Center, 3003 W Touhy Ave, Chicago IL 60645 
Dementia and Challenging Behaviors. will be presented by Deena Karno,
Manager of Regulatory Training and Staff Development at CJE SeniorLife. 


​​If you or an aging loved one are considering  Home Care Services in Chicago IL, contact the caring staff at Gentle Home Services. Call today (800) 860-9823.


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