Apathy is described as a lack of interest or a persistent loss of motivation to do things. It can be difficult to find appropriate activities to engage in, when the person you are caring for are suffering from apathy. However, engaging in activities will be beneficial for maintaining physical and
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Dementia has cognitive, behavioural as well as physical symptoms. To maintain physical function and decrease boredom and frustration as causes of challenging behaviour, it is important to keep active for people with dementia. Physical activity can provide a welcomed distraction from the stress of the illness and help the person
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Baking or cooking can be a good way to maintain mental and physical function. Following a recipe from finish to end might be too challenging. However, by splitting up the recipe to smaller tasks, the person with dementia might be better equipped to participate. Baking a bread can be broken
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There are many activities involving plants people with dementia might find enriching. Depending on the season, you can find different activities appropriate. In the spring, you can prepare beds and borders for planting, plant seeds and plants, cutting grass, watering, rake leaves etc. If there is a view towards a
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Swimming can be a great way to stay active and socialize. In addition, the water can feel calming on the skin. Try to visit the local pool or beach. Ask if they have any classes the person you are caring for can attend. If they don’t, or you want
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Easy family games such as lawn games can be a nice distraction from the stress of dementia. You can try horseshoes, croquet, boccia, cubbs etc. If the season or the functional status of the person demands you to stay inside, look for indoor versions at the toy store for bowling,
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