Feb 28 2009
Another top activity for those with dementia
Since I shared an Ash Wednesday Spiritual Circle this past Wednesday, I am sharing something elso today.
I am sure you can tell by the picture what I am talking about.
How do we get folks with dementia or anyone else for that matter interested in square dancing and why would you want to?
Every six months or so I invite a local square dancing group to our nursing home. As you can see by the picture, the members of the group are not young. Yet all are sharp mentally. Why “You ask?”
I have not delved into each person’s background. However I know that when you do activities that stimulate your mind and body at the same time, you go a long way in staving off dementia.
The folks I work with everyday already have dementia. So what do I do?
First let them watch a group of square dancers perform
Let all who wish be part of the dancing group
Get some help for those in wheelchairs They can try it in their chair
Alternately, have a square dancing circle by placing the chairs in a circle so they can watch, listen and do what they can.
Everyone can clap and have a good time
Here is something you should try to get going
SQUARE DANCING TODAY
Remember to start with simple steps
More tomorrow
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