I love this idea, I have just started working in a dementia specific unit in the sundowning hours and am trying to get organised. this time can be quite challenging so any ideas are good thanks
I used to be a DT in Victoria and at my facility we were expected to assist at everything but never was it in reverse. The care staff thought it was their Rest time when we had activities. God ,those princess chairs were heavy
I am a volunteer in DT in Perth and hopefully getting work as well at the same facility. I have just discovered this site and am using it to brush up on my knowledge.I haven't worked in this area so was happy to find this site. It is fantastic. the info and tips are wonderful
I just recently joined this site also and let me tell you it is WONDERFUL!!!! I am an activity director at a senior center and not only do our older seniors enjoy it but we also have a group respite program geared towards participants with dementia and Alzheimer's, that respond really well to the trivia/quizzes that the website offers. I am so thankful to have this site as a resource to assist with enhancing their quality of life!
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