Learn to make (or download mine) a Famous Duos Game for your loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia. This senior-friendly game is easy to customize specifically for your loved one and can be used as an independent activity or played as a game with others. My mom is currently in the mid-moderate stages of Alzheimer's. She has significant trouble recalling recent events, but can still remember much of her past. The Famous Duos Game is perfect for her! The game cards can be customized ... Read More about Famous Duos Game – Alzheimer’s & Dementia Activity
Amazon Prime Day Caregiver Deals
AMAZON PRIME DAY is a huge once-a-year sale exclusively for Amazon Prime members! Prime Day features some of Amazon's best deals of the year. Amazon Prime Day is over for 2019. It ran July 15 - July 16. See you next year Prime Day! ❤️ Prime Day is a great time to pick up activity and home health supplies for your LOWD (loved one with dementia). I'm making a shopping list for myself and thought I would share some of these ideas with our caregiver community. Amazon is updating and revealing ... Read More about Amazon Prime Day Caregiver Deals
Summer Word Searches for Seniors
Summer word searches created with dementia patients in mind! Printable summer themed word searches with large print and easy to find words! Great for seniors with dementia! Looking for EASY printable summer activities for your aging parent or loved one with dementia? Senior-friendly word searches are a great option. My middle stage Alzheimer's mom loves puzzles. But sadly, many of the word puzzles she enjoyed years ago have become too difficult for her. I found the key to success with ... Read More about Summer Word Searches for Seniors
Gifts for Grandma: Ideas for Dementia Patients
Gift shopping for parents or grandparents with dementia can be tough! The task of finding something they will love and actually use is a tall order. I surveyed dementia caregivers and asked them for their best gift ideas for Grandma and Grandpa. Caregivers working in residential care settings and those caring for a loved one at home participated in the survey. So whether you're shopping for Mother's Day, Father's Day, a birthday, Christmas, or just because, you're sure to find something on ... Read More about Gifts for Grandma: Ideas for Dementia Patients
DIY Sharpie Mug Craft for Seniors
Make a personalized DIY Sharpie Mug - Alzheimer's & Dementia Activity This easy, senior-friendly craft is perfect for individuals and groups. Have you seen the cute Sharpie mugs all over Pinterest? Well, it turns out this super simple craft is a fantastic activity for seniors! My mom (stage 5 Alzheimer's) had a blast with this project. Her mugs turned out great (which is still really important to her)! And I love this craft because she can make multiples and still feel like there is ... Read More about DIY Sharpie Mug Craft for Seniors