Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be stressful at the best of times. With the current COVID-19 restrictions, it can be downright challenging. For the person with Alzheimer’s, the changes in routine and familiarity can be confusing and disorienting, while the caregiver may experience exhaustion, isolation, and frustration.
In this series of short videos, Veronna Ladd, Manager of the Collabria Day Program provides some tips that can help to provide rewarding activities for both.
Stepping into their reality
Veronna tells us how stepping into the reality of someone with Alzheimer’s can be advantageous, as they cannot step into ours.
Inclusion & purposeful activities
Veronna describes how you can approach activities with your loved ones to make them more meaningful and fun for you both.
Reminiscing & reflection
Veronna walks us through some easy activities that can validate the lives and long-term memories of the loved one with Alzheimer’s.
Silence is golden
Veronna identifies how your loved one might become overstimulated, and what to do about it.
BREATHE…
Sometimes, a quick breathing exercise can diffuse frustration and center your mind. This activity is easy to do and takes little time.