Staying engaged and connected isn’t just enjoyable - it’s vital. Research shows that creative, social, and movement-based activities can help boost brain health, slow cognitive decline, and bring joy to everyday life. At Dementia Shop, we believe in the power of meaningful moments, and that’s why we provide tools and resources to support caregivers, families, and individuals living with dementia.
The Power of Shared Activities
When a loved one is living with dementia, everyday activities can take on new importance. Simple games, puzzles, and creative tasks can do much more than fill the time - they help stimulate memory, encourage focus, and strengthen problem-solving skills.
- Stimulate memory and cognition: Activities like puzzles and card games encourage recall and focus.
- Reduce feelings of isolation: Shared play creates conversation, connection, and laughter.
- Encourage independence: Familiar tasks help maintain confidence and a sense of purpose.
- Boost mood and wellbeing: Music, art, and creativity provide joy, calm, and relaxation.
In our recent video, families used some of our most-loved Relish products, including:
- Category Snap Card Game – a fun, social way to spark conversation.
- Relish Aquapaint – a water-based painting activity that reveals beautiful images.
- Relish Simple Music Player – bringing music into daily life, simply and joyfully.
- Snakes & Ladders – a familiar classic, easy to adapt and enjoy together.
These activities show just how powerful shared engagement can be in creating moments of joy and connection.
Movement, Rhythm & Music
Movement is another powerful way to connect. Rhythmic activities such as dancing, tapping, or swaying to music can awaken positive emotions, support communication, and promote relaxation.
- Encourage physical activity: Gentle movement helps maintain mobility, balance, and coordination.
- Awaken positive emotions: Music reaches emotional centres of the brain, often sparking comfort and joy.
- Support communication: Rhythm and melody can reconnect people who find words difficult.
- Promote calm and relaxation: Soothing movement and sound help ease stress and agitation.
In our video, people living with dementia used the InmuDANCE – a therapeutic, multisensory cushion designed to stimulate movement, social interaction, and joy. This simple tool encourages rhythm, touch, and connection in ways that words sometimes can’t.
Supporting Families & Caregivers
For caregivers, finding activities that truly engage and uplift loved ones can make daily life easier and more rewarding. Whether through music, creativity, games, or movement, these activities open the door to connection and shared joy.
At Dementia Shop, we carefully select products that are not only practical but also bring delight, confidence, and independence to people living with dementia.