I have a client who is vision impaired and loves coming to Bingo for the social side. I sit next to her and whisper the Bingo numbers and she calls them out with great pride. In between Bingo games, I have verbal quiz questions, which she enjoys immensely. Simple adaption of activities gives her the opportunity to be actively involved which in turn builds her self esteem, thus providing meaningful activities regardless of diagnosis or disease.
I call this time a winding down time. Mellow music is played, quiet time with massage, colouring and simple watercolours, aromatherapy, atomizer with lavender and lemon works well. I work as 1:1 complex needs support. I have found this technique to be very effective.
Your site is easy to use, I use it more often than the one our consultant has set up! I use so many of your ideas and love the Facebook page where everyone shares ideas, concerns and triumphs! I feel connected to a big wonderful caring society! I am always telling my co-workers how awesome Golden Carers is. I feel it is more in touch with the needs of my residents than many of the other Recreational Therapy sites.
Sherrie Gardner Recreational Therapist United States
Psychosocial Interventions for Dementia Care