Best Entertainment Programs for Seniors

Whether you’ve been newly detected or have a loved one in the moderate-to-severe stages of Alzheimer, this article is created to help you and your loved ones enjoy lives to the fullest, while getting the best possible care.

Coping  strategies and communication tips

Here are a few tips on how to well communicate with individuals with mid-to-late stages of Alzheimer.

• Use non-verbal cues
• Talk about one thing at a time
• Speak naturally and clearly in a calm and warm voice
• Avoid distractions
• Refer to people by their names
• Don’t quibble
• Listen actively
• Have patience
• Understand there will be good days and bad days

Best seniors entertainment programs and music

1. Peaceful music for stress management:- Soft soothing music or peaceful instrumental background music can reduce stress and frustration during periods of sun downing. Alzheimer patients are suggested to participate in a rhythmic activity such as shaking percussion instruments, singing, tapping, drumming, and clapping.

2. Oldies music shows:- Watching or listening to familiar old favorites or personally meaningful songs can enhance mood and make possibly troublesome routine activities such as bathing or dressing go more effortlessly for all involved.

3. Classic theater show:- Classic theater shows, swing and salsa music, and stimulating big band often inspire dance and movement in Alzheimer’s patients.

4. Radio Group Activities Programs:- To create a sense of comfort and safety as well as engagement, look for group activities with easy to remember doings that most of us learned as youngsters.

Sample Song Playlist: Music for AlzheimerTherapy

“Wheel of Fortune” – Kay Starr

“Nature Boy” – Nat King Cole

“Memories are Made of This” – Dean Martin

“The Goldberg Variations” – J.S. Bach

“Look for the Silver Lining” – Chet Baker

“Five Minutes More” – Frank Sinatra