Games can also positively impact a senior’s overall happiness. Why are activities important for dementia patients? Activities that make them feel productive and safe are important for dementia ...

Seniors with dementia are often forced to give up the cultural activities they used to enjoy. But a variety of local organizations offer outings and programs that provide arts and cultural ...

Dr. Azza Halim, MD, an anti-aging specialist, noted that gardening has been studied as an anti-aging activity for seniors, providing physical, mental and emotional benefits, including for ...

nearly 2 per cent of the cohort of 1,107 seniors had dementia and 7.3 per cent had depression. After five years, researchers found that those who participated in group activities, such as art ...

13 (UPI) --While a stroke doubles a person's risk for dementia, a new study suggests ... worked better than either social enrichment activities or stretches and light-intensity exercises for ...

Dr Ko says: “The value of nostalgia and heritage in activities and toys for seniors with or without dementia is that they offer a sense of security and familiarity. These can help trigger ...

At the National Museum of Singapore, there are dementia-friendly senior tours to encourage participants ... Art can help too, with studies showing that such activities can improve the mood ...