Easy Spring riddles trivia and facts

Activities directors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals,here is some great information Here is a great dementia resource for caregivers and healthcare professionals, Your residents will love the Amazon Kindle Fire Here is information on being the best caregiver you can be Here is a way for nurses administrators, social workers and other health care  professionals to get an easyceu or two Follow alzheimersideas on twitter The Dementia Caregiver's Little Book of Hope [Kindle Edition] Q.  What season is it when you are on a trampoline? A.  Spring-time! Q.  When do monkeys fall from the sky? A.  During Ape-ril showers! Q.  Can February March? A.  No, but April May! Q.  What flowers grow on faces? A.  Tulips (Two-lips)! Q.  Why is the letter A like a flower? A.  A bee (B) comes after it!

Question 1: What does the name 'Irish Spring' refer to? A soap brand An euphemism for bad breath A holiday An uprising in Ireland Question 2: View the provided image. What is the nickname of musician Bruce Springsteen? The Soldier The Boss Chairman of the Board The Devil View Image Question 3: View the provided image. In which U.S. state is the city of Palm Springs located? California All of these Texas Hawaii View Image Question 4: What kind of animal is the Springbok? Frog Antelope Wild cat Insect Question 5: 'La primavera', or 'Spring', is Concerto No. 1, in E major which is part of 'The Four Seasons' violin concertos. Who composed "The Four Seasons"? Giacomo Puccini Antonio Vivaldi Antonio Salieri Gioachino Rossini Question 6: View the provided image. In what country did the European Revolution of 1848, also known as the Spring of Nations, begin? Italy England Russia France View Image Question 7: View the provided image. 'Primavera', or 'Spring', is a famous painting by which celebrated artist? Michelangelo Leonardo da Vinci Sandro Botticelli Titian View Image Question 8: View the provided image. What is the birth name of TV host and former politician Jerry Springer? Jeremiah Gerald Joseph George View Image Question 9: View the provided image. What is the name or the Roman goddess of spring? Venus Flora Primavera Aphrodite View Image Question 10: View the provided image. What breed is the dog in the picture? American Springer Spaniel French Springer Spaniel .German Springer Spaniel English Springer Spaniel Spring Facts Spring is one of the four seasons. The four seasons are Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer. Spring comes after Winter and before Summer. Spring is a symbol of rebirth. When it is Spring in the Northern Hemisphere it is Autumn or Fall in the Southern Hemisphere. The Northern Hemisphere is North of the Equator.  The US is in the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern Hemisphere is South of the Equator.  Australia is located in the Southern Hemisphere. Spring begins on March 21st or 22nd. The first day of Spring is called the Vernal Equinox. Vernal is Latin for Spring. Equinox is Latin for Equal Days. On the first day of Spring the sunrise and sunset are about 12 hours apart, everywhere on the Earth and the hours of daylight and night are almost equal. Daylight is a little longer. The Vernal Equinox occurs when the tilt of the Earth’s axis is not facing towards or away from the sun. On the Vernal Equinox the sun is directly above the equator. This also happens on the Autumnal Equinox in Fall around September 22nd. What Happens During Spring? During Spring the Earth’s axis start to tilt towards the sun. The days get longer and warmer. Many animals have babies such as cows, birds, ducks Animals such as bears who hibernate start to wake up and become active. During April you will see more rain showers. During May the flowers will start to bloom. That is where the saying April showers bring May flowers comes from. Easter, Passover, April Fools Day, Earth Day, Arbor Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Cino De Mayo, Holi (festival of colors in India) are all holidays in Spring

Dementia activities for spring

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Here are some easy fun, yet mind stimulating activities anyone can do with someone who has dementia.

Connect to nature

In late spring flowers are in bloom. This is the perfect time to arrange flowers and discuss the favorite flowers of all. You can talk about flower colors scents, where flowers grow as well as any other characteristics about flowers that seem appropriate. This discussion and activity will stimulate their mind and give a dementia person a feeling of self worth

Perfect Valentine gifts for those with dementia

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Over 5.5 million Americans are living with dementia. Is one of them someone you know or work with? Get him/her or anyone with Alzheimer's disease a Valentine's Day gift that will keep on giving long after the holiday is gone.

First on the list of gifts is a book by Susan Berg called Adorable Photographs of Our Baby -- Meaningful, Mind-Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones and Involved Professionals, This book features baby photographs that seniors with dementia love. This book shares a plethora of ideas and resources for you.

Another gift dementia persons will fancy is a love classic musical video or DVD. They will enjoy watching something from the good old days and singing the songs played throughout the picture. Here are a few suggestions: Singin' in the Rain, Meet Me in St. Louis, or Shall We Dance

Next is a sing a long CD or audio cassette of their favorite love songs. There is a series of these called, Old Time Favorites by Nancy Pitkin

You may want to get a sing a long video where your loved one can see and hear performers singing songs they love and are about love. A good one is, Sing-Along with Phil Bernardi: Songs We Know and Love

Here is another idea. Give a friend with dementia some hand lotion. Any kind will do. Just be aware of any allergies or pain issues he/she might have. If he/she can tolerate it, those with a pleasant scent work well. Give him/her a relaxing hand massage talking about how good the hand massage feels, how much you love this person, and a Valentine's Day experience you both share from the past.

If you cannot afford or do not have time to get these gifts before Valentine's Day, give the gift of yourself. No matter how hard it is for you to visit a dementia person, he/she will appreciate your company even though he/she may not be able to express it. Take him/her for a walk, sing some of your favorite songs together, or share some messages of love. Just spend some quality time with a dementia person. Both of you will feel better. Do remember to be upbeat animated and excited about visiting.

A phone call or a Valentine's card will do if there is no way you can visit in person. At least they will know you are thinking of them. Then visit on another day.

So no matter what you do, do not forget the person with dementia this Valentine's Day because it will make you and him/her feel good. What could be better than that!

Order any of the products mentioned in the article at Amazon.com. Order the book, Adorable Photographs of Our Baby -- Meaningful, Mind-Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones and Involved Professionals, the audio CDs and cassettes and the videos and DVDs at seabaygame.com

These gifts are simple, inexpensive or free, and can be enjoyed by all

Have a Merry Christmas with those with have dementia

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Over 5.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. Buying a gift for them for the holidays is not difficult if you keep a few things in mind.
First you should know the persons likes and dislikes. Also important is knowing their strengths and weaknesses. In addition consider, when purchasing a gift for someone with dementia, keeping their mind and body active. Also think about a gift that will keep on giving long after Christmas, Chanukah, Kwanza or other celebrated holidays are gone Keep in mind, also, that gift selections should change as Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, progress
Gifts that keep dementia persons' mind active
All stages, most interests
A book called Adorable Photographs of Our Baby-Meaningful Mind Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones and Involved Professionals is an ideal gift because just about everyone loves babies. This book uses baby photographs to engage those with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia in mind stimulating activities. Also it has great tips and resources for caregivers and health care workers.
A journal
Anytime is a good time to record happy events or moments in a dementias persons' life. Spend some time with them after you give this gift helping them to record memorable moments. Let them write as much as they can and you do the rest.
Then later these happenings can be shared.
A photo album
You or someone who has photographs of dementia persons can put them into an album. Make sure to label the photos so recall of them will be easier.
You may want to enlarge some of the photos for easier viewing.
As the dementia progresses, Alzheimer's individuals may think recent photos of them are of their mother or father. That is OK because this gives all a wonderful opportunity to talk about their parents.
Another gift dementia persons will fancy is a classic musical video or DVD. No matter what stage of dementia they are in they will enjoy watching something from the good old days and singing the songs played throughout the picture. Here are a few suggestions: Singin' in the Rain, Meet Me in St. Louis, or Shall We Dance
Next is a sing a long CD or audio cassette of their favorite songs. There is a series of these called, Old Time Favorites by Nancy Pitkin.
You may want to get a sing a long video where dementia persons can see and hear performers singing songs they love. Folks with Alzheimer's disease seem to enjoy music from their younger days. Many times dementia folks who are non-verbal will sing many of the words of an old favorite song of theirs. A good one is: Sing-Along with Phil Bernardi: Songs We Know and Love.
Give the gift of yourself. No matter how hard it is for you to visit persons with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, they will appreciate your company even though they may not be able to express it. Take them for a walk, sing some of your favorite songs together, or give them a hand massage. Just share some quality time together. All will feel better. Do remember to be upbeat animated and excited about visiting. No arguing, please. That is a lose, lose situation.
A phone call, especially a long distance call is nice. Those in the later stages may have trouble with this especially if they are hard of hearing. However, at least they will know you are thinking of them.

Easter Gifts For Those With Dementia and Other Long Term Care Residents

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Over 5.5 million Americans are living with dementia. Is one of them someone you know or work with? Get him/her or anyone with Alzheimer's disease an Easter gift that will keep on giving long after the holiday is gone.

First on the list of gifts is a book by Susan Berg called Adorable Photographs of Our Baby -- Meaningful, Mind-Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones and Involved Professionals, This book features baby photographs that seniors with dementia love. This book shares a plethora of ideas and resources for you.

Another gift dementia persons will fancy is a love classic musical video or DVD. They will enjoy watching something from the good old days and singing the songs played throughout the picture. Here are a few suggestions: Singin' in the Rain, Meet Me in St. Louis, or Shall We Dance

Next is a sing a long CD or audio cassette of their favorite love songs. There is a series of these called, Old Time Favorites by Nancy Pitkin

You may want to get a sing a long video where your loved one can see and hear performers singing songs they love and are about love. A good one is, Sing-Along with Phil Bernardi: Songs We Know and Love

Here is another idea. Give a friend with dementia some hand lotion. Any kind will do. Just be aware of any allergies or pain issues he/she might have. If he/she can tolerate it, those with a pleasant scent work well. Give him/her a relaxing hand massage talking about how good the hand massage feels, how much you love this person, and an Easter experience you both share from the past.

If you cannot afford or do not have time to get these gifts before Easter, give the gift of yourself. No matter how hard it is for you to visit a dementia person, he/she will appreciate your company even though he/she may not be able to express it. Take him/her for a walk, sing some of your favorite songs together, or share some messages of love. Just spend some quality time with a dementia person. Both of you will feel better. Do remember to be upbeat animated and excited about visiting.

A phone call or an Easter card will do if there is no way you can visit in person. At least they will know you are thinking of them. Then visit on another day.

So no matter what you do, do not forget the person with dementia this Easter because it will make you and him/her feel good. What could be better than that!

Order any of the products mentioned in the article at Amazon.com.
These gifts are simple, inexpensive or free, and can be enjoyed by all.

Fall activities and dementia

There are many types of activities that can be done in the fall with those who have dementia. Many of the activities can be done with other long term care residents as well

Activity Director Today displays activities for September, October and November, all of which are done in the fall

For example:
school begins in the fall
There are all sorts of activities related to going to school
The song School Days is a nice way to begin an activity based on going to school

Check back for more

Fragrance Day is March 21

Don't put up a stink about March 21. It  is Fragrance Day. It is a great smelling day. The olfactory nerves in your nose, will enjoy this special day. Ladies in particular, will enjoy today because they just love perfumes. And guys, you've gotta admit that your gal's perfume attracts you to her.

Perfumes have been in use for hundreds of years. In ancient times, they were used to hide body odors. At the time, baths were infrequent. After a few days, things began to smell less than ideal. Perfumes played an important role in making the atmosphere more palatable. Today, the daily shower eliminates the bad odors. But, we still like the smell and attraction of perfume. 

Celebrate today by buying some perfume or cologne for yourself, or  as a gift for someone. Make sure to put on just the right amount of perfume or cologne. Overpowering perfume ruins the value of the fragrance to the "sniffer".

Also, check your room deodorizers, and replace them with a new fragrance, if needed.

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Babies make those with dementia smile

Activities directors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals,here is some great information

Here is a great dementia resource for caregivers and healthcare professionals,

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There are so many things in life that make us smile, but one thing that will almost always make us smile is the sight of a baby. Most residents light up when a baby is around! It makes their day to see little ones, and is a reminder of when they were parents or just when they were younger.

It is often a rare occurence that a child or baby would come into the facility. This is where you come in. :) There are two things you can do to help residents who love babies.

For higher to mid-fuctioning residents:
See if there is a local Mom's Group in your area. There are so many groups around that most areas have at least one group in their area.

If there is no group or you want an easy alternative get my book Adorable Photographs of our Baby and read my articles at care4elders

Perfect gift ideas for people with dementia

You as activities directors, other healthcare professionals and caregivers will be buying or suggesting gifts for people with dementia

Here are a few grand suggestions:

First on the list of gifts for people is a book by Susan Berg called Adorable Photographs of Our Baby -- Meaningful, Mind-Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones and Involved Professionals, This book features baby photographs that seniors with dementia love. This book shares a plethora of idea sand resources for you.

Another gift a dementia person will fancy is a classic musical video or DVD. Your mother will enjoy watching something from the good old days and singing the songs played throughout the picture.Here are a few suggestions: Singin’ in the Rain, Meet Me in St. Louis, or Shall We Dance

Next is a sing a long CD or audio cassette of their favorite songs. There is a series of these called, Old Time Favorites by Nancy Pitkin

You may want to get a sing a long video where you loved one can see and hear performers singing songs they love. A good one is, Sing-Along with Phil Bernardi: Songs We Know and Love

Here is another idea. Give some hand lotion. Any kind will do. Just be aware of any allergies or pain issues she might have. If she can tolerate it, those with a pleasant scent work well. Give her a relaxing hand massage talking about how good the hand massage feels and maybe about the good old days, as well

If you cannot afford or do not have time to get these gifts, give the gift of yourself. No matter how hard it is for you to visit mom, she will appreciate your company even though she may not be able to express it. Take her for a walk, sing some of your favorite songs together, give her a hand massage. Just share some quality time with her. Both of you will feel better. Do remember to be upbeat animated and excited about visiting. No arguing, please. .

A phone call or a card will do if there is no way you can visit in person. At least they will know you are thinking of them. Then visit on another day.

So no matter what you do, do not forget people with dementia because it will make you and them feel good. What could be better than that!

Order any of the products mentioned in the article at Amazon.com. Order the book, Adorable Photographs of Our Baby -- Meaningful, Mind-Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones and Involved Professionals, at Amazon or at Activity Directors Network

Dementia and dice rolling

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Yet another success oriented dementia game is dice rolling.


You can make the dice with easily handled cardboard boxes or use large foam or stuffed dice.


Higher functioning dementia residents can wrap boxes in white paper.
and place circle stickers to make the dice look like regular dice or silly dice.


After the dice ar made or purchased, you are ready to play the game.


You can just have dementia folks take turns rolling the dice. After everyone has had a turn, the highest number in the wins.

This is a no fail activity. Everyone
can throw dice, even if you must assist with the throw. Much cheering
and congrats accompanies this and it becomes a lot of fun

More about smiling and dementia

Activities directors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, here is some valuable information from the book, Adorable Photographs of Our Baby-Meaningful, Mind-Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones, and Involved Professionals, a book for those with dementia and an excellent resource for caregivers and healthcare professionals



Here are questions for a discussion about the baby

If your dementia residents do not respond well to questions, then simply say

Lets have a discussion about

instead of the question format

Our baby likes to look at bright, colorful toys when he wakes up.
Where is the baby?
If prompting is needed, say something like:
I think he is in his crib. Do you see him there?

What time do you think this baby wakes up in the morning?
If prompting is needed, say something like:
I think he wakes up at 6am. What do you think?
Have a discussion about the best time to get up. Also, talk about why babies get up so early.
Then ask: What time do you wake up in the morning?

What is the baby doing?
If prompting is needed, say something like:
I think he is looking at his toys. What do you think?

Let’s name some toys.
If prompting is needed, say something like:
Is a truck a toy? There are many toys that could be named.
You can have a discussion about which toys are for boys, girls, or both.
You could have some pictures of toys or even have toys for group members to see and touch.

What color toys do you see?
If prompting is needed, say something like:
I see a red toy. Do you? What other color toys do you see?

Color ideas--

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Baby pictures make those with dementia smile

Isn't this a cute baby picture?
There are 13 more in the book,Adorable Photographs of Our Baby-Meaningful, Mind-Stimulating Activities and More for the Memory Challenged, Their Loved Ones, and Involved Professionals, a book for those with dementia and an excellent resource for caregivers and healthcare professionals.

Besides making folks with dementia smile, there are conversation stimulators which help to maintaining the remaining cognitive functions of a person with dementia

This dementia book is a must have for anyone working or living with a person with dementia.

Come back tomorrow for a sample of conversation stimulators related to this picture

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The Power of Your Music Muscles

Activities directors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals,here is an article of interest by A Jom

Caring for a person with Parkinson’s disease or dementia can be fraught with challenges, but there are ways of making life and rehabilitation not only more enjoyable, but possible more effective. A growing body of research suggests that music, and other creative forms of therapy, can enrich the lives of people with Parkinson’s and dementia.

remember my father’s expression when he received the phone call. His sister was in hospital, seriously wounded and in a coma. My aunt had had a nasty fall while she was hanging up the washing. She used to be a dressmaker, but the last couple of years she had been unable to button up her blouse. Her nimble fingers that used to produce the most beautiful garments were constantly shaking and trembling.

Caring for a person with Parkinson’s disease or dementia can be fraught with challenges, but there are ways of making life and rehabilitation not only more enjoyable, but possible more effective. So how do we help create a better life for people when their movements and cognitive functions are seriously affected and in decline?

My father is a music lover, and he spent hours escaping into the world of divine sounds after the phone call. Music is capable of transpiring us to the height and depth of emotion, and now scientists are beginning to understand how music can have such a dramatic effect on our minds. A growing body of research suggests that music, and other creative forms of therapy, can enrich the lives of people with Parkinson’s and dementia.

Music can bring dreamy feelings, uplift, and even nurse you back to health. The power of music to enhance our lives begins even before birth. The fetus hears music, and a year after they are born, children recognize and prefer music the heard in the womb.

Research by Norman Doidge suggests that the adult brain is capable of change and growth; it can produce new and modified connections, and even new neurons. The brain is plastic and elastic and it can alter its structure and find a new way to function. Research has shown that melody and rhythm can sometimes activate neurological abilities that have been lost to disease or damaged.

We often tap out toes or bob our heads in time with music, even babies might have a sense of rhythm (recent research by István Winkler and Henkjan Honing). One of the characteristics of Parkinson’s disease is that movements are often too fast or too slow. Focusing on the rhythm and trying to feel its pulse can help people with Parkinson’s walk better and perform consecutive tasks where previously they froze. Music speeds up and slows down and our cerebellum, the little brain, adjusts itself to stay synchronized. Music for people suffering from Parkinson’s should have a firm rhythmic character, but it need not be familiar. The rhythm is the most important.

Parkinson’s isn’t something that is always dark, there are light and memorable moments. Singing may help when speech becomes slurred and unclear due to poor breath support, or as a result of difficulties with the motor aspects of speech.

Memory loss is one of the first signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Unbelievable as it might sound, people affected by dementia.........read more about music muscles

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More Dementia Activity Ideas That Work

According to Activity Director Gina Salazar, you need to try to
find out what your residents like and what their individual needs are,
read their history,talk to their families,ask them.

You will find that different activities will work some days and times and others won't. The best thing to remember is that the residents are not babies and should be treated with respect at all times.

Have fun with them and keep them busy,

look out for Sundowning(restless behavior towards the late
afternoon hours ),

Try to keep a consistent program.

These are the most rewarding residents that I have found to work with. Here are a few ideas and sample activity days that you might try:
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I agree with Gina

More activities to share with lower functioning Alzheimer's and related dementia patients

Here are some great dementia activities to share with a loved one or client with dementia
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Strategies to support dementia veterans this Memorial Day

Dementia,including Alzheimer disease, affects about 1 in 13 seniors,many of them veterans. As you remember our war heroes on Memorial Day,think about what you can do for them.They did so much for us

Here are some great activity suggestions

For those in nursing homes and other institutions, make sure veterans with dementia are visited often.

All people, including those with memory loss, need human contact. They need to be hugged. They need to hear your voice. They may not know you but as long as you know who they are, that's all that matters.

Talk to them about their service to our country. Often they will share stories with you because their time in the service made a huge impression on them

Tell them how proud you are of them. Thank them for their service. This is sure to make them feel good. Most likely, it will make them smile

Smile with a veteran. Laughter is wonderful medicine...

Sing patriotic songs with a veteran with dementia. Often they will be able o sing many familiar songs even though, they may not be able to speak.

Read to them. Have them read to you. Large simple statements are best.

Share pictures with them, especially large colorful ones

Make a visitor’s packet for them

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