Meaningful Activities And People With Dementia
Too often, people with dementia, whether at home, an assisted living or a nursing home, are under-stimulated and unengaged in life. They may half-heartedly page through a magazine that holds no interest for them or have the TV tuned to a program that their caregiver choses. Meaningful activities—those that engage the person’s attention and connect with their interests—are critical in the provision of care for those with dementia. Consider the following eight reasons why it’s important to offer a variety of meaningful activities for people living with dementia:...