(Tip # 11)
Playing games utilizes different senses and abilities, and can also tap into the past. For example, when our residents play Dominoes with me, they are visually stimulated by the pieces and the tiles provide tactile input, too. The process of matching of the tiles requires concentration and thinking ahead. It is even possible that the familiar sound of the tiles hitting the table will trigger pleasant memories. All these benefits go along with the fun of meeting a challenge, friendly competition and social interaction.
Dominoes Deliver Personal Benefits
Contributed By: Caregiver Elena
Playing games utilizes different senses and abilities, and can also tap into the past. For example, when our residents play Dominoes with me, they are visually stimulated by the pieces and the tiles provide tactile input, too. The process of matching of the tiles requires concentration and thinking ahead. It is even possible that the familiar sound of the tiles hitting the table will trigger pleasant memories. All these benefits go along with the fun of meeting a challenge, friendly competition and social interaction.
Sharing Our Experience
Our caregivers help their residents successfully deal with physical, mental, social and emotional challenges on a regular basis. At the same time, they also strive to help each senior to maintain their personal dignity. Here they share some of their experiences with the hope of aiding family members who are caring for an elderly loved one.
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- Exercise The Mind
- Read The Newspaper, It's Exercise
- Put Socks To Work
- Use Technology To See Family
- Dominoes Deliver Personal Benefits
(Now appearing at left.) - Doing Chores Is Good Therapy
- Jenga With A Purpose
- Dolls Therapy Can Be Calming
- Look For Personal Comfort Zones
- Games Can Be Mind Exercises
- Have A Plan To Hydrate
- Make Communication Easier
- Help Person Prepare For Help
- Listen & Validate What Is True
- Create A Focus That Calms
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Note: These tips are for information purposes. When faced with health and safety issues, we strongly recommend that you seek the care and guidance of a licensed health professional.
