Friday, March 23, 2012

The “Recollection Collection”


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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