September 18-21 is National Hummingbird Celebration Week! If you're looking for a meaningful activity to do with someone who has dementia, then watch this fascinating documentary called "The Secret Lives of Hummingbirds". Pro Tip: People living with dementia don't want to feel like a burden and like being included in household tasks that they can still do. Ask your loved one to help you fill a hummingbird feeder and hang it outside.
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Meaningful Activities
Finding meaning and connection in small moments can go a long way toward making the journey through memory loss a little less painful.
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National Indoor Plant Week is September 14-20, so if you're looking for a meaningful activity to do with someone who has dementia, then try repotting some plants or making a terrarium together! Pro Tip: Gardening therapy has been shown in many studies to reduce stress, blood pressure, and agitation. Plus watering plants is a good way for your loved one to feel useful.
September is Hispanic Heritage Month! If you're looking for a meaningful activity to do with someone who has memory loss, then take a virtual trip to Spain together! Pro Tip: Enhance the experience with Spanish guitar music and foods such as empanadas and churros.
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