Connect to nature
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In late spring flowers are in bloom. This is the perfect time to arrange flowers and discuss the favorite flowers of all. You can talk about flower colors scents, where flowers grow as well as any other characteristics about flowers that seem appropriate. This discussion and activity will stimulate their mind and give a dementia person a feeling of self worth
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Go outdoors as often as possible. The fresh air is an elixir to creative and fun feelings. It is almost like being reborn. If you cannot go outside, open the windows and let the fresh air in.
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If you can, go to a park or nearby playground. Those with dementia love children. Let them watch the children. Perhaps their grand children can visit. If that is not possible, look at pictures of children and have a discussion about children. Even if the conversation seems one sided, talking about and remembering children is a real boost to a dementia person.
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Read a story or poem about spring. You can even create a story about spring together. Give assistance as necessary
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Talk about favorite fruits and vegetables that are now available in the spring. Make lists of favorite fruits and vegetables. Talk about recipes using fruits and vegetables.You can talk about making a fruit or vegetable salad. Then make a salad if these foods can be tolerated
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