Keeping Busy: A Handbook of Activities for Persons with Dementia

Provides detailed information about programming activities and developing an atmosphere that is responsive to patients with dementia. Topics include exercise, horticulture, communication, pets, humor, social events, and music.

Each description include the rationale for the activity and some of the trial and error involved in developing the activity. Colorful anecdotes enliven the text and illustrate both successes and limitations."  - Review by Connections from the Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center