This is Your Life Group Activity Download
This is Your Life - Cognitive Stimulation Group Activity Pack Download
Embrace the beautiful tapestry of your life with our 'This Is Your Life' activity pack. Immerse yourself in a journey down memory lane with easy-to-follow instructions, thoughtful prompt cards and specially selected song suggestions to stir nostalgic emotions. The heart of the activity? Crafting 'Life Tree's' filled with memories of school, friends, family, and beloved pets using our specially designed worksheet. This isn't just an activity; it's a keepsake, a tangible reminder of the rich tapestry of your life. Weaving memories into masterpieces!
What's included:
- Session guide
- Instruction Prompt Sheets
- Music Prompt Sheet
- Life Tree Worksheet
- How to Use Guide
You will need to provide your own pens and whiteboard for this activity. If you don't have your own whiteboard, you can purchase a foldable A3 whiteboard, with markers in our store.
The Research on Cognitive Stimulation Therapy:
- CST has been found to help the memory and thinking skills of people with mild to moderate dementia. Studies have mainly been conducted with people with Alzheimer’s disease or mixed dementia, but CST would be relevant to all.
- CST was found to be a cost-effective intervention and offers value for money.
- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) guidance (2006) recommend that people with mild to moderate dementia should be given the opportunity to take part in a CST programme.
About Cognitive Stimulation:
Cognitive stimulation activities are designed to stimulate and engage various brain functions, including memory, problem solving, creativity and communication. These activities can help to slow cognitive decline, improve mood, reduce anxiety and enhance overall well-being for individuals living with mild to moderate dementia.
Each pack contains a carefully curated selection of activities that can help to spark activity in the brains of people living with mild to moderate dementia. From creative art projects to designing your perfect dinner party, our boxes are designed to provide a well-rounded cognitive workout.
Our packs include:
A variety of Themes:
- We offer several themed activity packs, ensuring that there is something to suit every individuals interests and preferences. Whether it's nature, travel or food, we've got it covered.
Easy-to-use Materials:
- Our boxes come with all the download materials and instructions for each activity. You will need to use your own writing & colouring pens/pencils, and any other physical materials needed to complete the activity.
Engaging and Fun activities:
- Our activities are structured but also enjoyable for small group work. We believe that the best results come from activities that are creative, engaging and fun to take part in.
The Benefits of Using Our Activity Packs
There are many benefits to using our activity packs:
- Enhanced Cognitive Function: Regular engagement with our activity packs can help to maintain and even improve brain activity.
- Reduced Anxiety and Agitation: Many individuals with mild to moderate dementia and brain injury, experience anxiety and agitation. Cognitive stimulation activities can help to reduce these symptoms.
- Improved Communication: Our activity packs are designed to encourage conversation between participants and is a great tool in reducing social isolation as the group get to know one another.
- Quality Time: Engaging in our activities provides an opportunity to spend quality time together, creating positive and memorable experiences.
- Empowerment: Group leaders often report feeling more confident and empowered when they have access to well-structured activities.
- Time-saving: Our activity packs save time on your planning! All you need to do is grab your resources and the activity is ready!