Tips to assist Social Engagement

Tips for carers, family & friends to assist engagement in social and creative activities for a person with dementia.

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01 – Tips for Friends: This Sheet gives you a few tips on how you can support a friend with dementia and their family. You can make a difference. “Although our lives are changed forever, there is life after diagnosis. We need our family and friends to walk alongside us as we build a new life” -Nancy, carer

02 – Tips for Visiting: “Regular visits can make a difference to you and your relative or friend’s emotional well-being.” – Marion, residential carer

03 – Tips for Holiday Cheer: Holiday celebrations and religious festivities are traditionally a time for family gatherings, the exchange of gifts, sharing food and drink, and general holiday cheer. However, it can also be a stressful time, especially for the carers, because it represents a break from normal routine. This sheet gives you some useful tips on how to make life easier at these times.

04 – Tips for Art at Home: “The power of image making is that it allows those living with dementia to express themselves in ways that are satisfying and communicate with others. The made image does not disappear and can be rediscovered.” – Pat Baines

05 – Tips for Music at Home: “Music and songs bear witness to our lives, connecting us to our inner world and giving voice to our experiences.” – Ken Brucsia

Tips to assist Social Engagement

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