Memory care sensory activities

Sensory stimulation with familiar scents. A fun activity for seniors and the elderly living with dementia.

These touchy-feely sensory pouches (also known as squish bags and sensory pads) are a wonderful way to explore the senses. They are also so easy to make! Making sensory pouches is a quick and inexpensive way to make an engaging and relaxing sensory activity for people living with dem

A snoezelen area is a therapeutic, sensory-stimulating environment that can be used for residents with dementia. Snoezelen rooms can improve communication for your residents while also reducing aggressive behavior. Here are a few quick ideas. Get more senior activity ideas at notjustbingo.com TODAY!

Sensory stimulation experiences are often easier to plan for women. However, men can benefit from sensory kits too. Here are some ideas and inspiration to get you started. In this article we cover: 9 Benefits of Sensory Stimulation How Sensory Stimulation Works Challenges with Male Residents 10 Sensory Ideas for Men to Get You Started

Age-related changes can impact on the sensory systems and diminish perceptual capacities. Primary senses can be trained and strengthened with special activities to stimulate the affected senses. In this article we explore: Benefits of sensory stimulation Preparing a sensory program How to run a group sensory program Ideas for sensory materials

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I want to thank the person who gave me this Acivity idea on this group. Our memory care unit residents loved tossing the balls in the umbrellas!

Dementia can make the Christmas season a difficult time for seniors. But there are still plenty of fun activities that they can enjoy. This guide provides some great ideas to help make their holiday special.