Explaining how to modify the Sensory Modulation Program for people with dementia, this practical resource covers assessment of sensory issues to implementation of effective sensory activities. This approach can be used with adults at all stages of dementia, in individual and group settings. A supporting assessment tool is available to download.
Explaining how to modify the Sensory Modulation Program for people with dementia, this practical resource covers assessment of sensory issues to implementation of effective sensory activities. This approach can be used with adults at all stages of dementia, in individual and group settings. A supporting assessment tool is available to download.
Tina Champagne is an international consultant, writer and occupational therapist who developed the Sensory Modulation Program. She lives in Massachusetts, USA.
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Introduction. 1. Aging and Dementia. 1.1. Types of Dementia. 1.2. Stages of Dementia. 1.3. Hallucinations, Delusions and Paranoia. 1.4. The Stress Response. 1.5. Working with People with Dementia. 1.6. Restraint and Seclusion Reduction. 1.7. Trauma Informed Care. 1.8. International Initiatives in Dementia Care. 2. Aging and Sensory Processing. 2.1. Sensory Systems and Aging. 2.2. Sensory Integration and Processing. 2.3. Sensory Processing Umbrella. 2.4. Evidence-based Practice: Sensory-based Interventions. 3. The Sensory Modulation Program. 3.1. Introduction to the Sensory Modulation Program. 3.2. Sensory Modulation Program Components. 3.3. Sensory Modulation Program Goals. 3.4. Sensory Modulation Program Implementation: Individual & Programmatic Applications. 4. Assessment and Safety Considerations. 4.1. Safety Considerations and Trauma History. 4.2. Sensory-based Assessment and Screening. 4.3. Dementia, Cognitive and Other Assessments. 5. Sensorimotor Activities and Sensory-based Modalities. 5.1. Calming and Alerting Strategies. 5.2. Sensory Strategies Organized by Sensory Systems. 5.3. Safety Considerations. 6. Sensory Diets. 6.1. Sensory Diet: Supporting Safety, Comfort, and Participation. 6.2. Supporting Safety and Relaxation. 6.3. Supporting Self-care Participation. 6.4. Supporting Rest and Sleep. 6.5. Supporting Roles and Social Participation. 6.6. Supporting Fitness and Leisure Participation. 6.7. Individual and Programmatic Applications. 6.8. Sensory Diet Communication. 7. Environmental Modifications and Enhancements. 7.1. Enabling and Empowering Environments. 7.2. Homelike Environment. 7.3. Sensory Rooms. 7.4. Sensory Carts. 7.5. Sensory Kits. 7.6. Sensory Gardens. Resources. Appendix. References.
