Dementia can make it hard to connect...
That's where Creative Companionship™ (and you) come in!
This beautiful book includes dementia-specific communication tips, 44 experiences that inspire creative expression, foster positive feelings, and build a sense of accomplishment and deeper connection. It also includes a planning guide and reflection notes to help you tailor each experience to the person in your care.
- Communicate clearly so they feel heard and understood
- Spark a sense of purpose and fulfillment
- Tailor activities effortlessly to their changing abilities
- Build rapport that fosters trust and cooperation
Yes, you can experience moments of joy and connection with dementia—bring it to life today!
Creative Companionship™ Categories
Animal Magnetism
Baking & Decorating
Animal Magnetism
Animals can help reduce anxiety, agitation, depression, and loneliness. Don't have a pet? No worries—access to animals is easier than you might think.
Aromatherapy
Baking & Decorating
Animal Magnetism
Research suggests that aromatherapy can help calm and relax, revive the mind and stimulate appetite. Learn how to incorporate it into your day.
Arts & Crafts
Baking & Decorating
Baking & Decorating
Creating art can provide comfort, positive visual stimulation, and an opportunity for creative expression. These are fun projects regardless of skill level.
Baking & Decorating
Baking & Decorating
Baking & Decorating
This is a fun and sweet experience! Mixing, baking, decorating, tasting, and sharing cookies or cupcakes is tasty and rewarding.
Flower Arranging
Flower Arranging
Flower Arranging
Fresh flowers are good for the soul. Creating arrangements provides choice and creative expression, as well as a beautiful reminder of time spent together.
Gardening
Flower Arranging
Flower Arranging
Planting engages the senses and nourishes the soul. We provide gardening experiences to deliver indoors or outdoors against the backdrop of greenery and sky.
Helping Others
Flower Arranging
Helping Others
Helping others creates a sense of purpose and meaning. Learn ways to work with local charities to identify how the person in your care can contribute.
Magic of Music
Flower Arranging
Helping Others
Research shows that listening to and/or making music can reduce anxiety, blood pressure, and pain while improving quality of sleep, mood, and memory.
Meal Preparation
Meal Preparation
Meal Preparation
Everyone likes to feel helpful and needed, and mealtime is full of opportunities to chip in. Learn unique ways to include others and tap into their strengths.
Mother Nature
Meal Preparation
Meal Preparation
Spending time in nature improves our mood, decreases stress levels, and increases vitality. Discover unique opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
Virtual Travel
Meal Preparation
Virtual Travel
Virtual travel can take you almost anywhere! Connect with easy and engaging online virtual experiences, including 360° city and museum tours.
Woodworking
Meal Preparation
Virtual Travel
Sanding, staining, and assembling pre-cut wood is a hands-on, fun, and rewarding project that engages the senses and stimulates the mind.
