I've heard a fair bit about Montessori schools and activities for kids, but I was a little surprised to see that the top of the wish list for "Santa for Seniors" charity (gifts for those living in seniors' residences with no family) was Montessori kits. Definitely sent me googling -- apparently the same principles to the work done with kids can be applied to help people living with dementia.
From the website: Montessori for Dementia, Disability and Ageing is an innovative approach to care services that can be adopted for individuals or groups as a philosophy of care. The goal of the Montessori program is to support older adults and people living with dementia by creating a prepared environment, filled with cues and memory supports, that enables individuals to care for themselves, others, and their community. We strive to develop communities that treat individuals with respect and dignity and honor their choices so that they may live as independently as possible.
Took a little more fun to find what the kits are - basically activities that help support the skills for independent living (eg folding clothes, tying shoes), combined with some puzzles and games.
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