Life Skills Stations are specialized areas designed for individuals with dementia, particularly in memory care settings. Life Skills Stations are specialized areas designed for individuals with dementia, particularly in memory care settings. Our Handyman Life Skills Station includes a wide range of activities including a plumber’s pipe set, tool set, and a range of handyman type activities. With a peg board for hanging supplies and a Handyman Station 'Activity of the Day' whiteboard there's something for everyone! Our Handyman Station also includes an old-style radio, because every handyman always had a radio on their workbench.
These stations recreate familiar environments or activities from a person’s past, such as a laundry room, garden, or workshop, to stimulate memories, encourage engagement, and provide a sense of purpose.
Including three individual portable sensory selections in a plastic container to take to residents room for independent activity, as well as a 3 drawer storage container on casters for easy use.
These stations recreate familiar environments or activities from a person’s past, such as a laundry room, garden, or workshop, to stimulate memories, encourage engagement, and provide a sense of purpose.
Life skills stations offer multiple therapeutic benefits for dementia patients across different stages:
- Cognitive Stimulation: Engaging in familiar tasks, like sorting office supplies or folding laundry, stimulates memory recall and helps maintain mental acuity.
- Emotional Well-Being: Familiar settings reduce anxiety and agitation by evoking positive memories, fostering a sense of comfort and normalcy.
- Social Interaction: Stations encourage interaction with staff, family, or other residents, reducing feelings of isolation and promoting community.
- Physical Activity: Tasks like gardening or organizing involve movement, supporting physical health and motor skills.
- Behavioural Management: Meaningful engagement can reduce challenging behaviours like wandering, aggression, or repetitive actions.
