Physical activities

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Physical activities

Set the table

Setting the table can be both a physically and mentally challenging task, when a person has dementia. However, tasks with the right amount of challenge are beneficial for keeping up mental and physical functions. Ask the person to help you, and clearly state what you expect from them. “Can you

Walk

Take a walk

Walking is a good source of exercise, pleasure, and independence that needs to be supported for as long as possible. It is free, it does not require specialised equipment, and distance and duration can be adjusted to suit everyone. Many people living with dementia are capable of walking until (or