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Gardening Can Benefit Alzheimer’s Patients March 20 2013

Gardening is a wonderful activity for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease. Consider man’s relationship with nature. We know from a number studies that exposure to the natural world...

Picture Books for Seniors with Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia March 11 2013

Picture books offer seniors living with dementia a visually stimulating, entertaining, and engaging activity. As human beings, we use our sense of sight to connect with the world. Pictures can draw in readers...

Movies for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients February 25 2013

Watching a good movie is an enjoyable, passive activity that can provide a variety of benefits for a senior diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. It may reduce symptoms...

Conversation Starters for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients February 19 2013

Caregivers look for ways to engage seniors with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in meaningful conversations throughout the day. Thoughtfully phrased and creatively composed conversation starters can be used...

Caring for the Spiritual Needs of Alzheimer’s Patients February 06 2013

For Alzheimer’s patients; worship services, small prayer and study groups, and one-on-one visits can provide an opportunity to socialize while experiencing a multi-sensory interaction...