Autumn activities to do this season
- With Halloween approaching this month someone with dementia might enjoy sorting a mixed bag of sweets into different containers. It is a great that helps them feel included – even if you do not really need the sweets to be sorted.
- An autumn leaf bouquet or garland will bring some gorgeous colours inside. Collecting fallen leaves will get you and your loved one out of the house to enjoy the fresh and sunny days
- Enjoy the tranquillity of nature by taking peaceful walks in local parks or nature reserves. autumn is a great time for birdwatching as migratory birds pass through. Binoculars in hand, explore the diverse avian world.
- Create a ‘Gratitude Tree’
Help service users reflect on who or what they are thankful for. Growing older can be difficult so its important to remind ourselves what we are grateful for. To do this, start creating a ‘Gratitude Tree’ using an indoor tree/plant. Everyone can write notes detailing the things they are thankful for and hang them on the tree.
- Make a sensory box. This one is good with those living with dementia.
First, collect a container (plastic tub, baking dish, cardboard box with dividers). Then, fill the container with a main substance like dried pasta noodles, rice (try dyeing it orange!), pumpkin seeds, popping corn, oats, water, etc. Next, toss in sensory items associated with fall. Try to engage all the senses! Consider adding: cinnamon sticks, dried orange slices, pinecones, acorns, leaves
