Caring for an individual with dementia requires a multifaceted approach focused on enhancing their quality of life. One particularly transformative method within dementia care is dance.
From providing a combination of physical, emotional, and social benefits to fostering a sense of connection and joy, dance has been found to be an excellent avenue to stimulate an individual’s memory, improve their mood, and encourage social interaction.
As a care strategy, dance can be an engaging way for individuals to experience moments of joy, clarity and happiness while breaking through the barriers of their condition and reconnecting with their own sense of identity and well-being.
Tune in to discover key insights and helpful resources on the transformative power of dance in dementia care. Learn more about the following:
- Canada’s National Ballet School
- The Arts Institute Research vision and their focus on Dementia
- Information on the Sharing Dance Program and research findings supporting program development
- ComForCare Home Care’s approach to professional caregiver education, training support through DementiaWise, incorporation of dancing into care strategies, and joyful memories that positively impact aging in place at home
- Best practice strategies for Aging Services professionals when implementing dementia and education initiatives for older adults and caregiving teams
- Helpful resources for Aging Services professionals
Ageing Services Professionals listen to our latest podcast episodes, view show notes and download resources by visiting ComForCare.ca
Thank you for helping older adults live the best life possible.
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