Both physical activity and listening to music have a positive impact on people with dementia. Why not try combining the two? Dancing is not only the art that professionals do in a ballroom. To be technical about it, dancing is moving rhythmically to music. If the person has a functional impairment, swinging the arms, swaying bodies or nodding the head can be dancing. The choice of music should be guided by your intentions with the activity: try an upbeat rhythm for a workout or a fun activity, or soothing classical music for a calmer moment.
Co-designing the DemiCare+ health plan with informal caregivers
On June 3rd and 4th, the DemiCare+ project took a meaningful step forward in shaping its new health plan inside the Coachi app by engaging directly with those who know caregiving best: informal caregivers.
Thoughtfully structured sessions
Through a series of three co-design sessions (1.5 hours each) held in
