The Importance of a Daily Routine for People with Alzheimer's Disease
Creating a Daily Plan Daily routines can be helpful for both you — the caregiver — and the person with Alzheimer's.
A planned day allows you to spend less time figuring out what to do and more time on activities that provide meaning and enjoyment. Organizing the day a person with Alzheimer's or other progressive dementia will eventually need a caregiver's assistance to manage the day. Structured and pleasant activities can often reduce agitation and improve mood. Planning activities for a person with dementia works best when you continually explore, experiment, and adjust.
Before making a plan, consider:
- The person's likes, dislikes, strengths, abilities, and interests
- How the person used to structure their day
- What times of day the person functions best
- Ample time for meals, bathing, and dressing
- Regular times for waking up and going to bed (especially helpful if the person with dementia experiences sleep issues or sundowning)
Make sure to allow for flexibility within your daily routine for spontaneous activities. As Alzheimer's disease progresses, the abilities of a person with dementia will change. With creativity, flexibility, and problem solving, you'll be able to adapt your daily routine to support these changes.
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