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In addition to offering activities based on understanding the strengths, abilities, interests, and desires of each of our residents, we also provide a foundational activities calendar that offer structure, consistency, and support that is so important to people with Alzheimer\u2019s and other memory impairments.<\/p>\n
The following are examples of different activities that promote wellness in the different dimensions of a person\u2019s life.\u00a0 Keep in mind that most activities typically overlap between multiple areas of wellness.<\/p>\n
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Physical Wellness:<\/h2>\n\n
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\n- Balance and chair exercises<\/li>\n
- Tai Chi, Yoga, and Stretching<\/li>\n
- Sports related activities<\/li>\n
- Dancing activities<\/li>\n
- Gardening or planting flowers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
Social Wellness:<\/h2>\n\n
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\n- Interactive parties\/social events<\/li>\n
- Singing & music therapy<\/li>\n
- Trivia or discussion groups<\/li>\n
- Spa Day<\/li>\n
- Philanthropic activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
Emotional Wellness:<\/h2>\n\n
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\n- Relaxation activities<\/li>\n
- Discussion and\/or support groups<\/li>\n
- Laughter club<\/li>\n
- Engaging nature<\/li>\n
- Animal facilitated therapy<\/li>\n
- Hand massages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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Spiritual Wellness:<\/h2>\n\n
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\n- Attending church services & activities<\/li>\n
- Prayer or devotional groups<\/li>\n
- Meditation activities<\/li>\n
- Bible study or readings<\/li>\n
- Other faith-based activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
Intellectual Wellness:<\/h2>\n\n
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\n- Discussion and reminiscence groups<\/li>\n
- Creative expression such as painting<\/li>\n
- Cultural activities and outings<\/li>\n
- Word search and crossword puzzles<\/li>\n
- Politics and current events groups<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
Occupational (Purposeful) Wellness:<\/h2>\n\n
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\n- Volunteer and philanthropic activities<\/li>\n
- Career or homemaker related activities<\/li>\n
- Resident spotlight groups<\/li>\n
- Assisting with everyday tasks<\/li>\n
- Food committee or Resident Council meeting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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