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Publications American Journal of Disaster Medicine Opioid Management
Society Journal of Neurodegeneration & Regeneration Activities Directors' Quarterly for Alzheimer's & Other Dementia Patients American Journal of Recreation Therapy |
Winter 2009; pages 5-6 Abstract This article provides tips for reducing sensory bombardment for older adults with dementia
Winter 2009; pages 7-8 Abstract • Address the importance of therapeutic activities and appropriate adaptations for those with a terminal illness. • To provide tips and/or ideas for adapting provided activities to the needs of the individual. • To increase awareness on the positive outcomes associated with therapeutic recreation and individuals with a terminal illness.
Winter 2009; pages 9-17 Abstract This article addresses the feasibility of implementing Tai Chi (TC) as an intervention for nursing home residents with osteoarthritis knee and cognitive impairment (CI). Recruiting elderly residents to participate was difficult. Only eight out of the 31 originally thought eligible met study criteria and seven of the eight elders eventually completed the study. With two sessions per week, the elders needed eight to 10 weeks to learn the complete set of TC. They could not memorize the TC sequences, but they could follow the instructor who also employed verbal and visual cueing during the intervention. Clearly, elders with CI need different teaching methods and doses of TC. Using extended TC and teaching strategies tailored to participants' physical and cognitive capacity may promote effective learning.
Winter 2009; pages 19-22 Abstract The purpose of this article is to provide a brief overview of the losses that older adults experience and how activities can help the older adult overcome feelings of grief
Abstract Wild flowers: Natural science and art activity
Abstract April, May, June
Abstract Coping with frustration High functioning discussion group
Winter 2009; pages 27-32 Abstract Become familiar with culture change language and objectives. Describe methods to make activity calendars more homelike
Winter 2009; pages 33-36 Abstract This article discusses benefits to caregivers of those with disabilities making the efforts of caregiving more effective and less strenuous using tools that also benefit the caregivers themselves
Abstract Walking programs: Spring into health
Winter 2009; pages 41-46 Abstract The article provides an overview of a service-learning project connecting recreational therapy students and older adults residing in an assisted-living facility. Service-learning is valued as a way to connect students to the community. Strategies for agencies interested in hosting service-learning projects are provided
Abstract Bring the Slow Food Movement to your nursing care facility Activities Directors Quarterly Spring 2009, Volume 10, Number 2
Abstract On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6 in response to the ongoing global spread of the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. A Phase 6 designation indicates that a global pandemic is underway. http://www.cdc. gov/h1n1flu/ update.htm
Spring 2009; pages 7-9 Abstract This article provides tips for helping older adults with dementia who have arthritis.
Spring 2009; pages 11-16 Abstract The purpose of the fit moves intervention is to decrease depression in older adults. This program utilizes circuit-training exercise (which combines functional strength training with cardio conditioning) to promote higher levels of emotional well being while improving physical fitness.
Spring 2009; pages 17-21 Abstract The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of rheumatoid arthritis and introduce a nondrug option—gentle yoga for treating the debilitating affects of this autoimmune disorder.
Abstract Gentle Yoga
Abstract July, August, September
Abstract Creative arts clubs
Spring 2009; pages 29-36 Abstract The most recent years in eldercare research have brought unprecedented change in the ways that care providers build and deliver activity programs. Kitwood’s landmark approach to person-centered (or person-focused) activities has now been joined by decades of research on retrieval-based practice. In dementia care, retrieval-based practice involves active repetition of a skill by the person with dementia. Together, person focus and practice with active retrieval of information/skills provide a foundation for cognitive maintenance through person-performed tasks that are repeatedly practiced. The current article details recommendations for cognitive enrichment activities that are based on more than two decades of research by the present author and others. Recommendations and limitations are described.
Spring 2009; pages 37-45 Abstract Recognize symptoms of frailty in residents with dementia Describe water-based activities for each functioning level to prevent loss of function
Spring 2009; pages 46-48 Abstract A resident’s cognitive decline often promotes difficulties in planning appropriate therapeutic interventions. The following expands on the Alzheimer’s Association’s suggestion of listening to music to provide two specific goal-oriented interventions to use with those with advanced cognitive decline. |
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