These are residents in a dementia unit in a memory care unit of a large CCRC in Northeast Ohio. This video models how to lead the interaction using the materials provided in the program. It also shows the normal interaction and positive affect that occurs during the activity.
These are residents documented using the Memory Magic™ Program for the time. The video illustrates many of the Montessori principles that are incorporated into the therapy and how those elements help ensure successful outcomes and engaged participants.
Anglican Care is the first aged care provider in Australia to purchase and implement this innovative program for use throughout our Residential Aged Care Facilities and Day Therapy Centre. Memory Magic is a unique therapeutic activity that combines general knowledge with reminiscence. Based on Montessori principles, the programme was developed to provide an interesting and entertaining activity for people with cognitive difficulties.
Anglican Care was named a finalist in the 2010 Press Ganey Success Story competition for the implementation of the Memory Magic Program. Please click here to read a copy of our submission.
Applied Gerontology: An Interview with Harvey Sterns Ph.D.
Jacqueline Marcell interviews Dr. Harvey Sterns, Executive VP of Creative Action LLC, which develops products for older adults and caregivers, like The Memory Magic™ Program for people with dementia, developed with NIH/NIA funding. He is Professor of Psychology, directing the Institute for Life-Span Development and Gerontology at The University of Akron.
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"Memory Magic really helps stimulate dementia patients. it encourages socializing. Staff use it to awaken folks. As they play the games, you can see their minds open up with the answers they come up with. People who haven't been speaking open up and speak."