Alzheimer’s Services of the
Capital Area has started a new project called “The Recollection
Collection.” The “Recollection Collection” is a resource kit of training
activity guides and caregiver resources that improve the care of Dementia
residents.
Our one-of-a kind project
contains cds/songbooks for music therapy, word/trivia games, sensory items,
arts and crafts activities, simple cookbooks, storytelling programs, and an
interactive exercise Octoband. Easily implemented activities will
stimulate and engage the residents in socialization and cognitive
abilities. The kit also contains
additional resources in an effort to educate caregivers on the disease process
and gives them practical tips for caring and communicating with their loved
one.
Our goal is to provide the
Recollection Collection to 40 Long Term Facilities and Assisted Living
Facilities in the ten parish area we serve. We hope to start distribution
of the kits by May 1, 2012.
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