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Sally avatar

I have ONE vocal, often pessimistic person who impacts the vibe of my activities. I'll try to redirect her, but it is a real challenge. She attends everything. There are times when she is an asset.

She is in a early stage of dementia.

Any suggestions on how I can do better in trying situations with her in a group?

Susan avatar

Hi Sally

One thing that comes to my mind right away, is to have this person be part of a robot leader

Often one people are part of the solution. Their attitude is much better

You could try some or all of this also

https://www.goldencarers.com/the-anger-game/7564/

Use some of these cheerful quotes

https://www.goldencarers.com/cheerful-quotes/7099/

Reading this article may help you also

https://www.goldencarers.com/16-ways-to-encourage-negative-or-pessimistic-residents-to-attend-activities/6571/

Cecilia avatar
Cecilia Life Enrichment Coordinator

Hi

Our residents don't seem to mourn or talk about a passing resident in a way that they might need counseling. When a resident passes at our facility we post a picture along with their obituary and it stays up until the funeral, so they know the resident passed, but not much talk after a day. Sometimes they see when the undertaker takes the covered body away.

So what should I look for to see if the resident is in need of grief counseling?

Cecilia

LEC/Activities Director

Susan avatar

Hi Cecilia

Thank you for your insight

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Marjorie Luker
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Marjorie Luker

I always appreciate your new ideas and suggestions. It certainly helps in the creativity and idea areas immensely. Keep up the great emotional support that you provide!