Virtual Social Recreation
Welcome to the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region Virtual Recreation Page. Here you will find weekly activities to help you keep engaged. Brain stimulating and social activities can improve your mood, boost self-esteem, and help you maintain cognitive abilities.
Some daily activities courtesy of Activity Connection and Golden Carers
Activities
- Monday
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Fitness
17 Minute Gentle Standing Exercise
https://youtu.be/qciddTIumj8?si=UIjK-yRUqhONSd8f
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Split Word Car Brands - PDF
History
History of Jazz
https://youtu.be/636kFQoZ4ew?si=tL4i1Be-GkECUEbZ
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What do you think the secret is to staying calm on a busy day?
Virtual tour
Mykonos, Greece
- Tuesday
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Fitness
15 Minute Workout to Lower Blood Sugar and Pressure
https://youtu.be/-X4DIs7LJ1E?si=IehdMYECnYwYorBN
Daily Chronicle
Puzzle
Two Easy Sudokus – PDF
Art
Elijah Cup Greeting Card Ornament - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What would you do if you had a whole afternoon to yourself with no chores to do?
Virtual tour
Shirakawa, Japan
- Wednesday
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Fitness
10 Best Chair Yoga Exercises
https://youtu.be/dI32P9ofza0?si=HlR7j22YRAO9Og3D
Daily Chronicle
Puzzle
April Fool’s Day Scrabble – PDF
Recipe
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Squares - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What was the prettiest thing you saw out the window today? Can you describe it for me?
Virtual Tour
Monte Carlo, Monaco
- Thursday
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Fitness
20 Minute Dance Workout for Seniors
https://youtu.be/E6lsGDntAEM?si=Ull3-z33ks7DZ8PR
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Riddle Quiz Challenge
https://youtu.be/lymuVRbkCl0?si=3q051V_xIAyIe31s
Music
The Becky Music Show - Pilot Episode - Sunshine
https://youtu.be/ukx471iZxxg?si=OWEgLFB7xcSP3U64
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What’s a song that always makes you want to tap your toes or get up and dance?
Virtual tour
Amalfi Coast, Italy
- Friday
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Fitness
9 Minute Ankle Mobility Exercises
https://youtu.be/PcHHJ8MAWUE?si=0FC3ZtLiBIf8b4HW
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Baby Animals Collage Detective – PDF
History
Fabergé Masterpieces: The Exquisite Art of Imperial Eggs
https://youtu.be/rW9H1BhBBTw?si=4wPGf1704zpUMVqK
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What colour do you think of when you feel the most peaceful? How come?
Virtual tour
Lake Como, Italy
- Saturday
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Fitness
25 Minute Strength Training
https://youtu.be/-_6HoZOUReo?si=yDMHC2iU27CJNv-W
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Concentration Puzzle - PDF
Recipe
Strawberry Lemonade Iced Tea - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: If you could only wear one hat for the rest of your life, would it be a sun hat, a beanie, or a baseball cap?
Virtual tour
Prague Christmas Market, Czech Republic
- Sunday
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Fitness
12 Minute Indoor After Dinner Walk
https://youtu.be/GAU0_uvqqLU?si=ARN3kvPAWlwrCfrs
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Easter Match – PDF
Art
Oil and Vinegar Easter Eggs - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: Do you think a cup of tea, or a cup of coffee is the better way to start a rainy morning?
Virtual tour
Hanoi, Vietnam
Exercise Waiver
We ask that you make sure when you participate virtually in exercise programs you take care to create a place that is clutter-free and safe for you. Make sure you have proper footwear and the area is clear. Because physical exercise can be strenuous and may cause risk of injury, we urge you to obtain a physical examination from a doctor before participating in any exercise activities and participate only as much as you feel comfortable. These online exercises are intended to encourage you to gently move your body – so don’t push yourself beyond what feels okay. Participating in exercise activities included in the Alzheimer Society of Niagara Region's activity site is done entirely at your own risk.
Resources
All about me - A booklet designed for people living with dementia, to help them create a record of their background and what is important to them
Recollections book - Create a life story book using our guided questions.
Home Sense Guide - outlines many adaptations you can make to your own home to aid a person living with dementia.
By Us For Us Guides - a series of guides created by a group of talented and passionate persons with dementia and/or partners in care.
Ready Set Plan - a guide to help you plan ahead for a time your care partner may be unable to provide the care you need