Some Helpful Activities For People With Dementia And Their Caregiver

By Della Monroe


Aging has never been easy. As part of life, you have to deal with it in later time. Reaching the age of more than 50 years old is already a big opportunity. Not every can reach that certain age so you really have to treasure and be proud of it. Most of the time, this stage has a lot of circumstances. Some parts of you will eventually wear out if not taken cared of.

One of the common changes that can easily be noticed when aging is the physical appearance. We cant deny the fact that when people starts to age, the body will also age. Another is the ability to remember things. This is usually connected to having a dementia. People with this inability in memory needs more attention. They also need to have some activities for people with dementia.

The activities are highly dependable on the wants and hobbies of certain person. For example, if you are into sports, then you may do these sports to give yourself an enjoyment. The have a healthy lifestyle, you have to check that every factors are well balanced and are really taken cared of. It should touch your mental, physical, social and spiritual well being.

People with dementia should be open to social opportunities. This means that they need to communicate with others. If they are so open to this idea then the caregiver can simple start good conversations. Sharing experiences are also encourage. If you knew someone that could be part of the conversation, then introduce them. The more she can know some people, the more she will be open to the public.

There are a lot of physical activities that they can do. Aside from doing some exercises like walking, they can also try to do simple house chores. In this way, it will help them become more familiar with the house and if you have a lot time, make sure to help and make them feel very comfortable at home. They can also do activities such as buying some goods, but you have to guide them.

Another activity may involve your mental skills, this will exercise your thinking skill. You might have it through games. Simple brain games such as board games are highly recommended. Having the games with the group is really nice. The fun doing it will surely be pure. If you have someone with you, invite him or her to play a game with you.

For spiritual aspect, make it a habit to do a daily devotional every early in the morning. You can even read some inspiration books that could relate to your personal experience. Listening to others people encouragement can also boast up your spiritual life. If you are into a specific group that could develop your spiritual needs, then that would be great.

After knowing all these things, you must balance them well. Having everything will balanced can help you to develop personally. Keep in mind that every aspect of living is really necessary. You may make a list of these activities and the time of doing it.

Since dementia is really decrease a persons memory capability, they really need to be guided from time to time. If you truly care for someone with this incapability, then offer some time to them. Remember that time is as precious as gold.




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