Memory care sensory activities

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Sorting Colored Spoons! An easy and productive Alzheimer's Activity.... Pick uplifting, bright colors that are appealing and fun:-)

Montessori-Based Activities

There are a multitude of ways we can assist to stimulate the senses, soothe, entertain and elicit positive emotions.

Alzheimer's Disease affects people in different ways. Rather than focusing on the disease and impairment, we should aim to identify each person's strengths and remaining abilities and find activities to support these. Here are 15 Activities For Late-Stage Alzheimer's Disease.

This DIY weighted toy supports self regulation and sensory processing through heavy work and calming proprioception. Make this one yourself!

Mother’s Day is about honouring the women who helped shape our lives. While this day holds significance for many, it can also be an excellent opportunity for residents with dementia to engage in sensory and cognitive stimulation.

Laughing doesn't just lighten your load mentally, it actually induces physical changes in your body. Laughter has been clinically proven to strengthen your immu

Discover the joy of crafting for sight-impaired elderly with sensory-rich activities! From tactile exploration to aromatherapy delights, these craft ideas provide a multisensory experience tailored for their needs. Engage in tactile collages, scented sachet making, and auditory memory games, fostering creativity, social interaction, and emotional well-being.

Enjoy these meaningful and memory loss friendly activities with those you are caring for and caring about. Quality fun in a variety of ways.

Do you have a special needs student who struggles with writing? If so, we've got the solution for you! These 5 creative writing activities are a fun way for students to develop their writing motivation and improve creative writing for kids. These creative writing tips include links to writing prompts, quick writing activities, and are easy to implement at school or virtual classrooms. Check out the other special education resources we have available.

During your working hours, you will see many clients outside of programmed activities; seize the opportunity and engage with them. It will only take a minute or two and can transform someone's state of mind and lift their spirits more than you can imagine.

A simple idea where a group of random objects are displayed on a tray for a limited period of time and then the clients try and recall what the items were.

Ideal activity for dementia patients. Uses both imagination and creativity and is a great way to promote relaxation through art.

Here are some calming sensory activities that are particularly suitable for residents living with dementia. They include familiar scents, kneading and shaping. Chamomile Play Dough + Lavender Rice Tray.

As your residents' dementia progresses, it can be challenging to find appropriate activities that are simple, yet meaningful. Try providing activities that appeal to their five senses. Get more senior activity ideas at notjustbingo.com TODAY!

Are you new to dementia caregiving or are you noticing that as your LOWD transitions to a new stage that the things that used to work aren't working anymore? In this post, I'll share an activity idea that I have seen success in for every stage of dementia from the early, mid and late stages so that

These touchy-feely sensory pouches (also known as squish bags and sensory pads) are a wonderful way to explore the senses. They are also so easy to make! Making sensory pouches is a quick and inexpensive way to make an engaging and relaxing sensory activity for people living with dementia.

Small and quiet adult sensory toys that easily fit in a pocket or purse

This is such a fun game! Residents will love reminiscing about the price of groceries in a social setting.