Recreation therapist Christie Oswald shares ideas about supporting a family member or friend living in a care home.  These ideas can help ensure the best quality of life for the person living with dementia.

After you watch the video, take a few minutes to reflect on the following questions.  Feel free to make some notes.

• What stood out for you as important messages?
• What will you continue to do in your role as a care partner? What will you stop or do differently?

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44 Things to Do

Download and print a copy of the activity sheet below.  Take a few moments to review the 44 things to do with a person living with dementia.

44 Things to Do

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For Reflection...

After you’ve reviewed the activity sheet, take a few minutes to reflect on the following questions.  Feel free to make some notes.

• Which of these activities do you already do with the person you are caring for? Circle them on the sheet.
• Which activities do you plan to try with the person you are caring for? Underline them on the sheet.
• What other activity ideas do you find helpful?

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