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
15 Minute Kitchen Countertop Workout
https://youtu.be/8dSo6Cy7amA?si=upjPKKC_633P_3Ow
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Wise Old Owl Crossword - PDF
Music
70s Soft Rock Legends Playlist
https://youtu.be/RfMjLJjJqCs?si=FXvuU_JmnQG_Y_6J
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: If you could choose a new colour for the sky, what colour would you pick?
Virtual tour
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Tuesday
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Fitness
25 Minute Seated Boxing and Kickboxing Workout
https://youtu.be/aztHjP63SZw?si=pyuTEljxSrP5fzoD
Daily Chronicle
Puzzle
Guess the Classic Cars from Around the World – PDF
Recipe
Camp Trail Snack - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What is the funniest name you have ever heard for a pet?
Virtual tour
Athens, Greece
- Wednesday
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Fitness
30 Minute Tai Chi Walking Routine
https://youtu.be/p2Irm14KBJI?si=aMcqIl0Rf94EATLp
Daily Chronicle
Puzzle
A-Mazing Buddy Holly - PDF
Art
Tealight Campfire Ledge Décor - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What is something that always seems to disappear when you need it?
Virtual Tour
Hoi An, Vietnam
- Thursday
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Fitness
17 Gentle Seated Tai Chi Exercises
https://youtu.be/hyWYadFccWI?si=PaGvPO0Is92tBI1L
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
4 Letter Words Rhyming Quiz - PDF
History
How The Beatles Changed Music
https://youtu.be/UEmSjDuTxyc?si=AIm_Q9EN9TDjfvjBConversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: Which is more annoying: a squeaky door, a dripping tap, or a ticking clock?
Virtual tour
Ottawa, Canada
- Friday
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Fitness
1 Hour Low Impact Cardio HIIT & Seated Resistance Bands Workout
https://www.youtube.com/live/jS5eS45ohfI?si=1ZyzgiRgbQhW98Ge
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
CHIME Category Puzzle – PDF
Recipe
No Bake Mini Cheesecakes - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What food smells wonderful while it is cooking?
Virtual tour
Galway, Ireland
- Saturday
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Fitness
500 Step Seated Walk for Weight Loss
https://youtu.be/6oaMlmiETaw?si=TXhaMEaoqEBpFoVu
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Rebus Puzzles – PDF
Music
Cozy Fall Night Ambience and Smooth Jazz
https://www.youtube.com/live/O_3mpOrmZ2o?si=YwZSudw3gTYfZoXD
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: What kind of shoes do you remember being popular when you were younger?
Virtual tour
La Paz, Bolivia
- Sunday
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Fitness
10 Minute Chair Workout for Strength & Flexibility
https://youtu.be/Gs9zRLp_fEg?si=vEi5h2sjF7f9PIOJ
Daily Chronicle
Puzzles
Double Trouble Twin Words – PDF
Art
October Adult Colouring Pages - PDF
Conversation Prompts
Ask someone in your house or a friend over the phone: If you could have a bench anywhere in the world to sit and watch the view, where would you put it?
Virtual tour
Interlaken, 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