What Montessori activities can I use at home to assist a family member living with dementia or other disability?
There are many Montessori activities that can be used at home to bring enjoyment, aid independence and orientation. These can be created to meet specific needs and can include matching, sorting, reading and fine motor skill activities.
How can I help my parent with dementia at home?
There are many organisations that can provide support to family and care partners. Montessori principles apply wherever a person living with dementia resides. There are lots of strategies and tips that can be implemented at home on the MDDA website.
I want to place my parent in a Montessori aged care environment, how do I find one?
Whilst there are some care communities who are working hard towards becoming quality Montessori care communities, they are not in great numbers. The best place to start is to discuss with a MDDA Trainer who will be able to direct you to the right information.
I’d like more information on Montessori intergenerational programs
There are some good examples of intergenerational programs. Your AMI MDDA Trainer will be able to provide specific information. This article offers insights into intergenerational Montessori programs, and this research paper looks at the effects of intergenerational Montessori-based activities programming on engagement of nursing home residents with dementia.
Have any additional questions?
Please contact the AMI Office if you have any additional questions.