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Cognitive Domain

The cognitive domain is relative to mental processes related to thinking and learning. Therapeutic Recreation interventions within this domain could focus on memory, orientation, attention span, problem-solving and more!

All programs are organized by Functioning Level.
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All Functioning Levels

Pottery (Hand-Building)

Structured and unstructured use of clay has benefits for older adults, including improved quality of life. This program is intended to provide a meaningful experience making pottery that supports physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Goals:
  • Increase decision-making skills
  • Increase or maintain cognitive performance
  • Increase or maintain visuospatial orientation
  • Increase sensory stimulation
  • Increase leisure skills, awareness and/or resources
  • Improve or maintain attention/concentration

Group Size: 2-6

Author: Silvo

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Moderate to High Functioning Levels

Bingo Program Protocol & Resources – More Than Just Bingo?

Bingo, a long-time favourite activity can be enjoyed by everyone!
Goals:
  • Increase decision-making skills
  • Increase or maintain cognitive performance
  • Increase or maintain long-term memory recall
  • Increase or maintain short-term memory recall

Group Size: 5+

Author: Jennifer

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Moderate to High Functioning Levels

Cognitive Stimulation

A 30-minute cognitive session for adults with mild dementia using sound/touch items and reminiscence. Led by RTA/Rec T (BLS and DPG certified). Supports memory, attention, and social engagement, offers adaptations, and is evaluated with MMSE scores.
Goals:
  • Increase or maintain cognitive performance
  • Increase or maintain long-term memory recall
  • Increase sensory stimulation
  • Improve or maintain attention/concentration
  • Improve or maintain language skills

Group Size: Groups with 8 participants to 2 recreation staff members, and can be implemented as 1:1 for lower functioning participants.

Author: Amy

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Moderate to High Functioning Levels

The Price is Right

This is designed for clients with mild to moderate dementia. Statement of Purpose: The purpose of this intervention is to stimulate appetite and reduce wandering during mealtimes.
Goals:
  • Increase or maintain long-term memory recall
  • Increase sensory stimulation
  • Improve or maintain attention/concentration

Group Size: 3-5 clients per 1 staff but could be modified for 1:1

Author: anas_memberpress

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Low to Moderate Functioning Levels

News and Reviews

A modified newspaper program that encourages residents to verbalize thoughts while connecting to their community!
Goals:
  • Increase or maintain cognitive performance
  • Increase or maintain long-term memory recall
  • Increase or maintain visuospatial orientation

Group Size: 1 - 8

Author: KATELYN

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Low to Moderate Functioning Levels

Twister Target Toss

A physical game of matching colours
Goals:
  • Increase or maintain cognitive performance
  • Increase or maintain physical functioning

Group Size: 2-8

Author: Alyshia Herritt

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