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Sally 18th Apr 2023 Activity Director
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 19th Apr 2023 Activity Director
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 28th Mar 2024 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 30th Mar 2024 Activity Director
Hi Cecilia
Thank you for your insight

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