Modern medicine is a great source of treatment for many different health conditions, but there are other ways to supplement this resource by using non-medical therapies that work to improve memory or even prevent memory loss in older adults. On top of medication, you can try these therapies to help your loved one.
If you are thinking about enrolling your loved one in a memory care program, there are good reasons why you should do so. Memory care programs often make use of non-medical therapies that can help your loved one with memory issues. Read on to learn more about the non-medical therapies for memory care for your loved ones!
Get Creative
Participating in creative arts is a wonderful way to exercise your mind and fight against memory loss. Doing creative arts help to boost engagement and alertness in individuals. For older adults who want to fend off memory loss, they can try taking up music classes or dance classes. This can help build mental fitness. For adults who struggle with memory loss, drawing, painting, and creative projects like scrapbooking are great ideas to try. So, start getting creative today to boost your cognitive capabilities and prevent memory loss.
Music Therapy
Music therapy is an effective form of therapy for many. It is even recommended by the Alzheimer’s Association to help with both cognitive and emotional struggles. Many people who have fairly advanced memory loss can still remember and sing along to songs. This energizing and relaxing experience can often trigger past memories of older adults. If you are looking for a form of therapy to try, you can try music therapy to help with your loved one’s memory and recall.
Physical Exercise
Studies show that physical fitness is a key contributor to mental fitness and memory too. While physical exercise can come in any form, it should be specifically tailored to the individual’s current level of physical fitness and their interests. Not only does it fight against memory loss, physical exercise also brings about a number of other health benefits. This includes improving one’s mood and boosting self-esteem. So, what are you waiting for? It is time for your loved one to get some exercise today!
Pet Therapy
Many retirement communities allow residents to keep pets or let them have access to pet therapy. Interacting with animals brings about both mental and emotional health benefits. These benefits include helping residents feel calm, happy and engaged in their surroundings.
Pet therapy helps residents connect with the memories of their own pets. Research shows that therapy animals can improve the nutrition of residents while reducing behavioral issues, therefore improving their quality of life.
Experience Senior Living At The Trace
The Trace is a senior living community where your loved ones can have everything they need and want. We offer residents delicious and healthy meals everyday as well as many different activities for them to take part in. Our dedicated team is here for them and this is the place they can call home. Feel free to contact us for more information!
