For the last four years, I have used a service like Shutterfly, to make her a large wall calendar. The pages can accommodate several photos. Mostly, I use old photos of her, her parents & sibling, as well as photos of my siblings & I when we were young. Mom is 96 & has later stage dementia. She enjoys & can still connect to these photos. It helps to have a resource handy to use as a diversion when necessary.
These are all great ideas...if a pet is not an issue, get a friend or family friend to bring for a short visit...you would be amazed what a visit from an animal can do....some facilities have "Pets on Wheels". If not...put the word out. I worked in a facility where a dog was brought in and specifically went into each resident's room...individual, not group activity. Also, any young people who would come is a great joy. If it is a young family member,just tell them their loved one or any person might not know them. some youngsters get afraid of seeing elderly people in various states of dementia, disease and just elderly. A single artificial flower that can be tucked behind ear. A little piece of "bling". A new handkerchief, a new hat or cap ( thrift stores are great for bitzies)...you know they will be lost & replacing them brings another smile. Depending on being careful that it doesn't go into mouth....long strands of the "MardiGras" beads. Ladies will put any & everything on to look gorgeous...every little girl loves to play dress-up. Men love socks (Amazon sells longer length with grippies). Sorry to be so lengthy but every little bit helps. Believe it or not, if your LO has enough faculties to do it, take them some things in, explain to them they are making something for a child in need. What you do with it afterwards is your choice, but this makes them still feel like they are contributing. Under supervision, "playdo" is great. Google a recipe for non toxic...put some vinyl gloves & let them add color. Can ya tell I was an activity person 😊😊 .The important part is make them feel special and have fun with any present you might take. Happy Giving
I'm getting my mom an electric blanket. She complains about the cold constantly and how it bothers her arthritis and how stiff she is in the morning. Now she'll just complain about her electric bill . Lol
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Holiday Gift Tips: Best Gift Ideas for Seniors
Believe it or not, if your LO has enough faculties to do it, take them some things in, explain to them they are making something for a child in need. What you do with it afterwards is your choice, but this makes them still feel like they are contributing. Under supervision, "playdo" is great. Google a recipe for non toxic...put some vinyl gloves & let them add color. Can ya tell I was an activity person 😊😊 .The important part is make them feel special and have fun with any present you might take. Happy Giving