Meaningfully engage with people with dementia with the easy-to-follow art projects found in this book for family and professional caregivers. Creative Connections (TM) in Dementia Care provides care partners with the knowledge and easy-to-follow steps needed to successfully implement failure-free art projects in a group or one-on-one setting - and no art experience is required! Written for anyone who cares for a person with dementia - family members, friends, and professionals - this how-to manual is packed with guidance to help enhance communication, interactions, task breakdown, and problem-solving efforts while also encouraging the abilities of each participant. Practical resources include: 10 basic art project ""recipes,"" detailing supplies, instructions, and activity modifications; colorful step-by-step photographs that show how to demonstrate and lead each activity; full-color tear-out activity cards for easy reference and reuse
