Finding meaning and connection in small moments can go a long way toward making the journey through memory loss a little less painful.
If you're looking for a meaningful activity to do with someone who has memory loss, then have an at-home spa day with hand and foot massages! Pro Tip: Older adults' skin becomes drier and more delicate with age, especially in the winter. Use a good lotion often to prevent uncomfortable dryness and skin tears.
January is also National Soup Month! If you're looking for a meaningful activity to do with someone who has dementia, then make a favorite soup recipe together! Pro Tip: People with dementia still have a need to feel useful, so let them do things they can still do like stir and taste test.
January is National Creativity Month! If you're looking for a meaningful activity to do with someone who has dementia, then use some watercolors and paint a picture together! Pro Tip: Search online for large black & white clip art images that are easy to print and paint.
