The Importance of Recreation in Alzheimer's Care

At the Vineyards Memory Care in Grand Junction, Colorado, we place a high emphasis on recreation. Why? Sometimes it seems people with Alzheimer's disease have lost all concept of boredom. How else could they stand to spend all day staring at the same wall or shuffling up and down the same hallway?

The truth is, Alzheimer's patients can still feel boredom just as deeply as anyone else. When they can no longer plan their own activities, the boredom can turn to frustration. A person may start wandering around the house or become agitated, all because their mind and body have been idle for too long. Learn more about the importance of recreation for those in need of Alzheimer's care by reading the full article.