(Tip # 9)
I find Jenga a good game to play with residents. It provides individual attention and the rules are easily adaptable to abilities. The pace of the game allows lots of openings for socialization. The players use creativity and teamwork to build the tower. The playing of the game involves hand-eye coordination and problem solving. And the surprise when the tower falls is so much fun.
Jenga With A Purpose
Contributed By: Caregiver Jose
I find Jenga a good game to play with residents. It provides individual attention and the rules are easily adaptable to abilities. The pace of the game allows lots of openings for socialization. The players use creativity and teamwork to build the tower. The playing of the game involves hand-eye coordination and problem solving. And the surprise when the tower falls is so much fun.
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
- Doing Chores Is Good Therapy
- Jenga With A Purpose
(Now appearing at left.) - 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.
