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Brief Outline___________________________________________________
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LEVEL OF CAPABILITY:
Seniors of high or low Functioning/
Alzheimer's or Dementia
BALANCE OF SESSION:
Sessions offered Monthly,
Bi-Weekly, Weekly according
to facility's schedule
LENGTH OF SESSION: 1 Hour
BENEFITS OF SESSION:
Reality,
Happiness, Creativity,
Sociability, Cognitive, Ability, Enhanced Strength,
Boost Self-Esteem, Eye & Hand Coordination, Improved Circulation
MEASURES:
Group Programming
- Brief Cognitive Rating Scale (BCRS)
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OUTCOMES:
- Significant improvement in resident participation
- More Creative Approach
- Increase in Socialization
- Enhanced Concentration
- More Stability
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POLICIES & PROCEDURES / THEORETICAL CONNECTION:
Engagement Therapy Treatment (a specialized program developed by HCR Manor Care),
designed
for clients with memory loss, in which unique past events are
integrated with
present interests.
EVALUATION:
The Feather's Touch therapeutic art session promote
self-esteem through the creation of art. During the session, the
residents are engaged, which increases their socialization and
concentration. Also the session moderately enhance their physical
capabilities and improve circulation. Initially, seniors skeptical or
intimidated with the idea of creating an artistic creation. However,
through reassurance and encouragement, the residents readily
participate to discover their inner artist. Therapeutic art sessions
also compliments HCR Manor Care "Engagement Therapy" which focuses on
providing activities that meet the physical, social, creative,
intellectual, civic and sensory needs of each resident.
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