Motion and fresh air. Give it a try.

Seems to me that we all need diversions in life. But especially if one is Alzheimer-riddled. Such as my friend Ron. When Ron becomes agitated, I divert him. Merely by grabbing him by the shoulders. Looking him straight in the eyes. And turning him in a different direction. I set him in motion. Ron likes to move. To ride in a car. Or in a wheelchair. That seems to sooth him. But not only Ron. I used to give my dear sweet Jeanne daily romps in a wheelchair. For miles and miles. Even in mid-winter. In Minnesota. The rides always put Jeanne at peace. Maybe it was the fresh air, too. Makes me wonder if motion and fresh air would be good therapy for all dementia patients. It’s worth a try.  –Jim Broede