The REI Blog
3 Holiday Craft Ideas for Residents with Dementia
Posted on December 17, 2012
Often times finding holiday crafts to make with Alzheimer’s or dementia residents can be difficult. The degree of difficulty, and tools used in some crafts will need to vary depending upon ones cognitive function levels. Many holiday crafts may not be safe due to toxic paints, glues, or tools that may be harmful if used […]
Three tips on building Physical and Social activities as non-pharmacological interventions for dementia.
Posted on November 21, 2012
Last month, we provided three tips to reduce the use of antipsychotics by promoting more Patient centered care. To elaborate more on this series of cutting back the unnecessary usage of the drugs, we are going to discuss more on patient centered care and the positive impact activity programs can have in becoming alternatives in […]
4 Ways to Assist with Wandering Residents
Posted on November 14, 2012
It is known by many that when working in Long Term Care communities there are many occasions where residents tend to begin to wander. Many of these residents may have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or Dementia, or they may even experience confusion caused by the side effects of “sundowners” with the changing from day to […]
Three tips to reduce antipsychotics use by promoting patient centered care
Posted on October 29, 2012
Government audits on the usage of antipsychotics were conducted throughout nursing homes nationwide in 2011. Their findings show that nearly one in seven residents who showed some form of dementia were given antipsychotic drugs, although they were never actually diagnosed with psychosis. Daniel R. Levinson, inspector general of the Department of Health and Human Services said that the […]
5 Important Notes on Intergenerational Programs
Posted on October 23, 2012
In society a natural gap in understanding can be seen between generations. This gap can be seen among parents and children, children and adults, and even grandparents and children. Finding connections between these generations is something that will reap benefits in all generations. Accomplishing the breakdown of barriers that naturally cause age segregation can be […]
6 Health Benefits of having Hobbies & Leisure Activities
Posted on October 16, 2012
Having hobbies and leisure activities are truly important to the Elderly. Not only are hobbies fun, but they can refresh the mind and body; assist one in staying healthy, active and happy. It is a proven fact that spending time doing the things that we enjoy can help delay signs of aging and the pleasure […]
