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
30 Minute Gentle Chair Exercises
https://youtu.be/17zF7MGI69Y?si=1gnWueVtu9e0W2wc
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
A Pint of Ale Rhyming Puzzle – PDF
History
Drive Thru History: Saint Patrick’s Day
https://youtu.be/l2hXAkIWWac?si=usReYEp3WtFfU2GJConversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What is your favorite season of the year and why?
Virtual tour
Helsinki, Finland
- Tuesday
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Fitness
5 Minute Low Impact Workout
https://youtu.be/PWic8ckZ1q0?si=ZnYz-UCjt67uSFS7
Daily Chronicle
Puzzle
Feast of St. Patrick Word Search Clues - PDF
Art
Lucky Charm Craft - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: Do you have any St. Patrick’s Day traditions?
Virtual tour
Kilkenny, Ireland
- Wednesday
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Fitness
19 Minute 70’s Dance Workout
https://youtu.be/xqA_T8qQB4g?si=rmkLwxjG6UgU-fuw
Daily Chronicle
Puzzle
Great Green Scrabble Word Building – PDF
Recipe
Honey Citrus Morning Refresher - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What was your favourite meal growing up?
Virtual Tour
Oslo, Norway
- Thursday
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Fitness
25 Minute Gentle Tai Chi and Qi Gong
https://youtu.be/pa_I5NAOW4k?si=U0LLk8ovzvoGevPQ
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Two Easy Sudoku Puzzles – PDF
Music
50’s and Early 60’s Live Performances On TV
https://youtu.be/DFTZ9YLIslo?si=_cYdvL_YVBkaKFzYConversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What is an interesting movie or TV show you have watched recently?
Virtual tour
Zion National Park, Utah
- Friday
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Fitness
30 Minute Whole Body Chair Exercise
https://youtu.be/91ABO4utqkA?si=BvNCYu9mvd4LD5OS
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Oscars Word Match – PDF
History
Art of the Middle Ages
https://youtu.be/9-SnaVX1GDY?si=7fymsPrFXRdUrXfc
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: Where is your favourite place to relax?
Virtual tour
Dubai Marina, United Arab Emirates
- Saturday
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Fitness
5 Everyday Stretches For Seniors
https://youtu.be/3dkKquMiQIk?si=6am6aqbNiV3qKRr-
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
50 Timed Rebus Puzzles
https://youtu.be/FKKI376jpss?si=qAiff3kP-VyBMN-IRecipe
Maple Yogurt Parfait Cups - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What is something that makes you laugh the most?
Virtual tour
Colosseum Rome, Italy
- Sunday
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Fitness
16 Minute Standing Pilates for Ages 60+
https://youtu.be/jReivdS83Mo?si=yLirY7WpRijxWzIK
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
London Then and Now Crossword – PDF
Art
Mandala Colouring Page – PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: Do you prefer the beach, the countryside, or the mountains?
Virtual tour
Grindelwald, Switzerland
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