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American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias®
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Therapeutic recreation interventions for need-driven dementia-compromised

Suzanne Fitzsimmons, MS, ARNP

College of Health Professions, Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, Florida

Linda L. Buettner, CTRS, PhD

Interdisciplinary Center for Positive Aging; College of Health Professions, Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, Florida

This study describes a clinical trial of at-home recreational therapy for community dwelling older adults with dementia and disturbing behaviors. After two weeks of daily, individualized recreational therapy interventions (TRIs), results indicated a significant decrease in levels of both passivity and agitation. Biograph data collection was useful in identifying the physiological changes that occurred with each intervention technique. Specific information is included on the time of day each behavior occurred and the most effective interventions, as well as implications for service delivery.

Key Words: community-based care • dementia • recreational therapy • behavioral interventions

American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease and Other Dementias®, Vol. 17, No. 6, 367-381 (2002)
DOI: 10.1177/153331750201700603
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