Using Reminiscence Activities with Seniors

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Using Reminiscence Activities with Seniors Sharing Memories Using Reminiscence Activities with Seniors

Today’s program Introductions Objectives Handouts

The nature of library programs Most programs = presenter + audience Adding the element of memory

What is reminiscence? The act of recollecting our past experiences or events Through reminiscing we share our lives with others and remind ourselves of important times and relationships.

Is this… Life Review? Oral History? Guided Autobiography?

What value is there in reminiscing? Reliving important times & relationships Passing on family stories and traditions Helping to understand our lives Reflecting on & assessing life achievements Rediscovering the expectant joy of our youth

Who benefits from reminiscing? Older adults Intergenerational groups (see www.LegacyProject.org)

We’re reaching older adults who… Live in assisted living facilities and retirement communities Attend adult daycare and congregate meal programs

What does reminiscence look like? Typical conversations Questions that promote discussion Group size and location Members of the group

Triggering & stimulating memories It’s more than, “Tell me about your life.” Our senses are the building blocks of memory.

Visual triggers Photos Ads, flyers, postcards Movie clips maps

Sound triggers Music & songs Old radio shows Voices of famous people Nature sounds

More triggers Aroma & taste Touch Foods Fragrances Daily life smells Objects Human touch

Who should do this? Our roles Library staff & volunteers Criteria & training

Activities using reminiscence Literature-based discussions Community Conversations People & Stories Book discussions Readers theater Writing & journaling BiFolkal kits & materials Senior storytelling

Community Conversations Theme-based activities with thoughtful discussion Typical activities 2 sample discussions Successful topics

More activities People & Stories Book Discussion Groups Process Audience Typical discussion Discussion format Choice of titles

More activities Readers Theater Writing & Journaling Program format Library or senior led Sample themes Program formats Activities

BiFolkal kits & materials Program materials for remembering & sharing History Kit components Program activities

Senior storytelling Program format Involving seniors Time Slips programs

Sources of stories, essays, & poems What makes a good reading? On-line sources Library resources Permissions

Where do we go from here? Questions For further information… Kathy Mayo, 239-565-7988, mayokathleen@gmail.com

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