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Summer offers many opportunities for enjoyable and beneficial activities for individuals with dementia. Outdoor activities like nature walks, gardening, and picnics can provide sensory stimulation and promote social interaction. Creative activities such as painting, arts and crafts, and music appreciation can also be engaging and uplifting.
Nature walks
Gentle walks in a park, garden or woodland can be stimulating and refreshing. Engagement with the environment such as listening to the birds, admiring wild flowers or feeling the breeze can a have a very positive effect.
Gardening
Planting vegetables or flowers in raised beds or pots can provide a connection with nature and a sense of accomplishment.
Picnics
Enjoying an outdoor meal with loved ones in a calm and peaceful spot can be a wonderful, relaxing and social experience. Be sure to pack favourite snacks and drinks to enhance the experience.
Visiting a local park or favourite walk
Enjoy fresh air and a change of scenery. A gentle walk in a favourite place is beneficial for both physical and mental well-being.
Arts & Crafts
Summer is the perfect time for painting, colouring or even flower-arranging. All great ways to encourage creativity and a sense of achievement.
