Activities are actually any interaction between an
individual and another individual or between an individual and the
environment. Every
event, encounter and exchange is an activity, be it a bath, meal, song
or smile.
Activities are an integral part of daily existence. "Doing" to
most people means being alive. Alzheimer's care that focuses
on activities suggests that activities are the foundation of care.
People with Alzheimer's disease or another memory disorder should
be offered a variety of activities, which should accomplish the following
goals:
- Enhance the quality of life
Maintain physical well-being - Encourage socialization
- Encourage expression of feelings
- Maintain connection with the outside world
- Bring some fun into their day
- Encourage use of remaining abilities
- Encourage independence and promote self-esteem
- Provide intellectual stimulation
Whatever the activity, always remember: The process of the
activity is more important than the finished product. The
person with memory loss may not remember the activity but will remember
the good feeling if he or she enjoyed the activity experience.
Our daily cycle of activities is designed to strengthen and enhance
the cognitive and physical skills of the clients coming to the center. Much
research and experience has gone into the development of these activities
that are not only pleasant and fun, but have therapeutic value as well.
Our activities were developed to cover the following areas: physical,
cognitive, social, spiritual and therapeutic, and all activities have
a specific purpose.
The level of the activity is designed to meet the current level of
functioning of each client to ensure that everyone has a quality day.
Special activities are planned around the client's birthday, holidays,
and Mother/Father Day events.
