Companionship

Mental stimulation is one of the most basic human needs, especially as we age. Caregivers can make a big difference in a client's quality of life by:

• Offering companionship and engaging in conversation
• Taking walks
• Shopping/Running errands together
• Accompaniment to appointments
• Providing transportation to social events
• Reading a magazine or newspaper to the client
• Playing games and cards
• Gardening
• Visiting neighbors and friends
• Outings
• Celebrating birthdays
• Monitoring TV usage