How Art Therapy Can Create a Calming Environment
Art therapy is more than just crayons. Alzheimer’s patients are able to express their feelings on paper when they may not be able to with their words. Parts of the brain that deal with colors and composition can still be used and developed by those with Alzheimer’s. It is amazing that people are able to continue to create art. Working with art can be calming to someone with Alzheimer’s. It may help create a period of sustained concentration that will improve their mood for the day.
Art Therapy Ideas
- Creating a scrapbook with photos and artwork can help relive old memories. It is something that can be looked at over and over. This is a great memory for the caregiver and family as well.
- Using items such as pipe cleaners, tissue paper, buttons, or sponges can be combined with paint or crayons to create memorable works of art!
- Glue sand and shells on blue construction paper to make a personalized beach scene.
- Paint plastic pots or rocks to add color to an outdoor garden
- Modeling clay provides an opportunity to get creative and exercise hand and arm muscles
- Combine music and doodling for a fun and mood improving experience
Sharing these moment of happiness is what we all strive for in life. Remember – anyone can be considered an artist! Consider using Art Therapy for creating a calm environment for your loved one.
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