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Spending quality time with a loved one in assisted living is rewarding, bringing joy to you both. If your family member receives dementia care, there are many ways to make the most of your time together. Here are a few ideas that work for people at different stages of the condition.

3 Activities to Enjoy With Seniors Who Have Dementia

1. Cards

dementia careIn the early stages of dementia, your loved one might enjoy playing card games. These activities are mentally stimulating, requiring matching cards and solving puzzles.

Take note of their behavior, as playing should be light and effortless. If your loved one seems frustrated or unfulfilled, remove a few cards or come back to the game later.

2. Photographs

Visualization can be enormously stimulating at the later stages of dementia care. For example, if you share photographs of your loved one’s past, they might recall a memory. Even if they don’t, they’re likely to feel happy.

Another way to use pictures is to play matching games. Print duplicate images of beloved objects or faces, then ask your loved one to match the identical photos and explain what they see.

3. Fabrics

Many seniors love sewing, knitting, and crocheting. Even if your loved one can no longer knit, they might enjoy handling different fabrics.

Simply fill a plastic box with various materials, such as cotton, silk, and velvet. Make it fun and engaging by including a variety of colors and patterns. For someone with advanced dementia, simply holding and feeling these fabrics can be soothing.

 

If you’re looking for an assisted living facility for your loved one, turn to Country Villa Assisted Living. With locations in Omro, Freedom, and Pulaski, WI, they offer experienced and compassionate dementia care. Each property provides the creature comforts of home, including healthy meals and activities. Visit their website for more information about their community, or call (920) 685-0607 to reach the Omro location. 

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