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What are your favourite dementia-friendly activities?We love:🟡 Reminiscence activities - looking through old photos, lis...
18/07/2025

What are your favourite dementia-friendly activities?

We love:

🟡 Reminiscence activities - looking through old photos, listening to favourite songs, or watching classic TV shows can prompt conversation and shared storytelling.

🟡 Group games - simple puzzles and conversation games support cognitive engagement while making it easy for everyone to join in.

🟡 Creative activities - painting, collage and scrapbooking, or simple crafts can be sociable without needing too much verbal interaction.

🟡 Light exercise - chair yoga, tai chi, dancing to music, and gentle walks in a group offer physical and social benefits.

🟡 Everyday tasks - baking, folding laundry, or watering plants can create relaxed opportunities for chatter and companionship.

🟡 Pampering - manicures, pedicures, hand massages, foot spas, hair brushing, and facials can all boost self-esteem and encourage gentle, nurturing 1:1 connection.

Share yours in the comments ☺️

Phrases to encourage people with dementia to try activities:🌞 “Would you like to give me a hand with this?”🌞 "Would you ...
10/07/2025

Phrases to encourage people with dementia to try activities:

🌞 “Would you like to give me a hand with this?”
🌞 "Would you like to join me for a minute?"
🌞 “I could use your advice on this photo – what do you think of it?"
🌞 “Let’s sit down and do this together for a little while, then have a cup of tea.”
🌞 "I'd love some company while I do this."
🌞 "This reminded me of you, would you like to come and have a look?"
🌞 "I saved you a seat, come and join me when you're ready."

Keep things calm, zero-pressure, and open-minded. If it doesn’t work, try again tomorrow, and always tailor activities to individuals, energy levels, and mood.

What would you add to this list?

Did you know social interaction is essential for wellbeing in dementia?Social connection stimulates the brain in ways so...
02/07/2025

Did you know social interaction is essential for wellbeing in dementia?

Social connection stimulates the brain in ways solo activities can’t. We all need connection to live a life of fulfilment - and it's especially important for people with dementia.

Benefits include:

💛 Stimulates the brain
💛 Improves mood and reduces anxiety
💛 Helps with speech and communication
💛 Encourages a sense of purpose
💛 Reduces feelings of loneliness and isolation

Our dementia-friendly games and activities are designed to encourage social connection - check them out on our website, the Alzheimer’s Society website, and Amazon 🛒

Did you know 🔍A study in America discovered that older people who enjoy regular arts and crafts were 73% less likely to ...
18/06/2025

Did you know 🔍

A study in America discovered that older people who enjoy regular arts and crafts were 73% less likely to develop mild cognitive impairment than those who didn't.

Arts and crafts are so much more than simply hobbies - they’re vital to boost wellbeing and stay active and connected to others.

What’s your favourite art or crafting activity?

Five easy craft ideas for dementia ✂️🖌️ Painting and colouring🍃 Leaf rubbing and seasonal nature displays 🎂 DIY card mak...
10/06/2025

Five easy craft ideas for dementia ✂️

🖌️ Painting and colouring
🍃 Leaf rubbing and seasonal nature displays
🎂 DIY card making
✂️ Making collages or scrapbooks
🧵 Textile crafts like sewing, knitting, and crocheting (simple lacing cards or large needle-and-thread activities are a great alternative if dexterity is an issue).

Find more activity ideas and inspiration on our blog:

https://agoodday.co.uk/blog/the-best-arts-and-crafts-activities-for-people-with-dementia/

What are the benefits of arts and crafts for seniors with dementia?☀️ Stimulate memory and reminiscence☀️ Promote self-e...
05/06/2025

What are the benefits of arts and crafts for seniors with dementia?

☀️ Stimulate memory and reminiscence
☀️ Promote self-expression and identity
☀️ Ease anxiety and stress
☀️ Improve focus and mood
☀️ Encourage social connection
☀️ Support fine motor skills
☀️ Offer a sense of accomplishment

What are your favourite activities to enjoy with a loved one or care home residents who have dementia?

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the digital dementia support hub for South Ribble.One place to go to find loca...
23/05/2025

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the digital dementia support hub for South Ribble.

One place to go to find local dementia support, events, and services. 💛

Whether you're living with dementia, supporting a loved one, or just looking to understand more, visit the website and take a look around.

✅ Local dementia-friendly events
✅ Trusted support services
✅ Helpful resources for carers and families
✅ Local businesses that care

📍 All tailored for the South Ribble community.
📣 Please share to help spread the word!

southribble.dementiacc.org.uk

✨ Interested in trying Montessori activities for dementia? Here are some simple, low-budget ideas to get you started 💡1️...
23/05/2025

✨ Interested in trying Montessori activities for dementia?

Here are some simple, low-budget ideas to get you started 💡

1️⃣ Sensory activities - folding towels; sorting textured fabrics or materials; sound matching with small shakers.

2️⃣ Memory and cognitive activities - picture matching; sorting items by category; Matching Memories conversation game; scrapbooking.

3️⃣ Motor skills and coordination - peg boards or bead threading; sorting buttons, coins, or pom poms; puzzle boards with k***s; screwing/unscrewing items (nuts and bolts, jar lids).

4️⃣ Daily living activities - folding napkins or pairing socks; putting laundry away; setting a table with plastic utensils; watering plants.

5️⃣ Creative activities - painting with water on coloured paper; colouring with stencils; mindful colouring books; play dough or modelling clay; simple collaging with magazines or items found in nature.

Which will you try?

Check out our Matching Memories conversation game: https://agoodday.co.uk/matching-memories-conversation-game/

Why try Montessori activities for people with dementia?💛 Enhanced engagement 💛 Reduced anxiety 💛 Improved cognitive func...
15/05/2025

Why try Montessori activities for people with dementia?

💛 Enhanced engagement
💛 Reduced anxiety
💛 Improved cognitive function
💛 Increased independence
💛 Better wellbeing
💛 Reduced medication use
💛 Improved functional abilities.

Read our latest blog full of ideas for Montessori activities you can try out for yourself:

https://agoodday.co.uk/blog/ultimate-guide-to-montessori-activities-for-dementia/

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