Watermelon Month

July is National Watermelon Month! If you're looking for a meaningful activity to do with someone who has dementia, then enjoy fresh watermelon together for a refreshing and hydrating treat! Pro Tip: Older adults with dementia are at a particularly high risk for dehydration, partly due to normal changes to the body that come with aging and partly due to a reduced sense of hunger and thirst. Offering watermelon, cucumbers, and popsicles can encourage good hydration if your loved one does not want to drink fluids.