Christmas with dementia
Some Christmas gift thoughts for those with dementia.
- Short visits
- Hugs, physical
tenderness - Tapes of soft music, sing-a-long
tapes - Exercise items – ‘soft’ balls to
toss, indoor bowl set, exercise bike - Books – large print, few
words. - Photo album of memories and life
achievements. - Soft pillows, stuffed
toys - Foot bath, whirl pool, grooming
items - Fresh fruit
- Soft lighting – dimmer switch,
night lights - Adaptive equipment for the home –
tub rails, hand held shower, locks/door alarm - Velcro clothing, sweat shirts,
tube socks, leg warmers - Plants – indoor to brighten up the
room, or tomato plants for interest or growth changes - Gift certificates – beauty/Barber
shoppe, podiatry, pharmacy, taxi trips…