{"product_id":"dementia-activity-guide-100-activities-adapted-for-4-levels-memory-care-activity-ideas-for-activity-directors-printable-pdf","title":"Dementia Activity Guide, 100 Activities Adapted for 4 Levels, Memory Care Activity Ideas for Activity Directors, Printable PDF","description":"\u003ch1\u003e100 dementia activities, each adapted for four functional levels from early to late stage, with supplies and cueing notes. A 104-page guide for activity staff.\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT IT IS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe Dementia Activity Adaptation Guide takes 100 familiar activities and shows how to offer each one at four functional levels, so everyone in a mixed group can take part in the same activity. Each activity has its own page.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW EACH PAGE WORKS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Benefits of the activity in one line\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- A safety note wherever the activity needs one\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Four color-coded levels: Level A (early stage), Level B (middle stage), Level C (late-middle stage), Level D (late stage)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- For every level: what the person does, the supplies to set out, and how staff cue\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE 100 ACTIVITIES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Music (7): Sing-Along, Name That Tune, Rhythm Band, Karaoke, and more\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Movement (14): Chair Exercise, Balloon Volleyball, Bowling, Walking Club, Chair Yoga, and more\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Games (16): Trivia, Bingo, Jigsaw Puzzles, Dominoes, Memory Match, and more\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Creative Arts (14): Painting, Coloring, Flower Arranging, Beading, Woodworking, and more\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Everyday Life (14): Baking, Folding Laundry, Gardening, Washing Dishes, Tool Bench, and more\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Social (14): Reminiscence with Photos, Reading Aloud, Pet Visits, Tea Party, Armchair Travel, and more\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Sensory (10): Hand Care, Scent Guessing, Bird Watching, Bubbles, and more\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Spiritual (4): Worship and Hymns, Devotional Reading, Gratitude Circle, Guided Relaxation\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Learning (4): Art Appreciation, Documentary and Discussion, Science Demonstrations, Heritage Celebrations\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Outings and Events (3): Scenic Drive, Picnic, Resident Store\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT'S INCLUDED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Page 1: How to use the guide, the four levels, and a safety checklist\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Pages 2-3: List of all 100 activities by category, with page numbers\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Page 4: Blank worksheet for adapting your own activities\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Pages 5-104: The 100 activities, one per page\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- 1 PDF file, 104 pages, US Letter size (8.5 x 11 inches)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Large, easy-to-read print: 13 point body text, nothing smaller than 12 point\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Level headings are color-coded in blue, green, orange, and purple\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Prints in color or in grayscale\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- The blank worksheet on page 4 has fill-in fields you can type into. The 100 activity pages are ready to read and print.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGOOD FOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Activity directors and activity assistants\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Memory care, assisted living, and skilled nursing communities\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Adult day centers and life enrichment teams\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e- Staff training and care plan ideas\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThese are general suggestions for activity planning, not medical advice. Always follow each person's care plan, diet orders, and your community's policies. 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