How to have meaningful visits with a person
who has Alzheimer’s Disease
Feeling apprehensive before your visit with a person
who has Alzheimer’s Disease?Or lost
during the visit--and even frustrated after your visit?
Visiting
with a person who has Alzheimer’s Disease can be emotionally
challenging. Dr. Shanahan will share some creative ideas, proven techniques
and easy-to-apply tips to make your visits easier, less emotionally draining,
and more meaningful.
This presentation includes role-playing, experiential
activities to do, and supportive handouts.
- Learn 10 guidelines to make your visits
more meaningful and less frustrating
- Explore the emotional needs that productive
activities fulfill
- Discover approaches that lead to successful and meaningful involvement
- Take away a list of over 20 activities
you can try on your next visit
Take away handouts from Dr. Shanahan’s
new book The Activity Workbook, adapted
for people with dementia.
Ideal for a breakout sessions.
Half day or full day workshop when partnered with Meaningful Activities.
