Five Senses Healing｜A Real Elderly Workshop
Elderly workshops are indeed a key focus of Wonderland's workshop series. This is because a "people-centered" approach is paramount. The difficulty level of the workshop activities should be adjusted based on the dementia level of the recruited individuals, prioritizing participants over focusing excessively on training outcomes.
For example, cognitive workshops can be conducted in appropriate settings based on the individual's level of dementia, their previous occupations, interests, abilities, and needs.
Dementia?
"My parents have recently started having trouble remembering recent events, can't recognize those closest to them, and are even becoming confused about time and space. They're having trouble even completing simple daily tasks independently..." Yes, this is one of the hallmarks of dementia.
Dementia, also known as brain dementia or dementia, is often mistaken for "Alzheimer's disease." However, there are many causes of dementia, the most common of which is Alzheimer's disease (formerly known as "Dementia"). Dementia patients experience a decline in their ability to carry out daily activities, including gradually losing recognition of their spouse and children, and becoming unable to dress, eat, or urinate. Some also experience behavioral problems such as hallucinations, delirium, and wandering.
The truth is, we all age. For most seniors, daily lives are centered around family. As interpersonal interactions gradually decrease, they begin to experience loneliness and difficulty adapting, which in turn leads to a decline in spatial cognition. At this stage, if seniors notice the beginnings of cognitive impairment, they often lack the awareness and means to care for themselves, struggle to regulate themselves effectively, and develop emotional problems. The gradual decline in daily living and cognitive abilities significantly reduces their quality of life. It places a heavy burden on their families and caregivers.
Therefore, different types of cognitive stimulation activities and therapeutic workshops for elderly individuals with mild and moderate dementia are essential. When these workshops/activities are not simply for passing time, but rather provide a source of intellectual and physical stimulation, they can have specific benefits:
Activities serve as a form of companionship and can prevent psychiatric and behavioral symptoms; Stimulant thinking and fostering social interaction can reduce the onset of psychiatric and behavioral symptoms;精神行為症狀的出現； Elderly individuals can maintain their independence for longer; Achieve a better quality of life.
The Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop has shown significant results in improving spatial cognition. Creating mosaic lamps doesn't necessarily require artistic skills, nor does it depend on one's education or creative experience. What truly matters is the ability to express oneself. The mosaic lamp workshop can encourage seniors to focus on memorable moments rather than attempting to document their entire lives.
Furthermore, each mosaic requires participants to develop accurate spatial perception and judgment. The brain becomes more flexible and sensitive through continuous spatial exploration, which further strengthens hand function and trains hand muscles.
"Creating mosaics reminds me of the things that make my life more fulfilling: experiences, good moments, and difficult ones. When I piece them together, I can see how these stories connect, which is incredibly helpful for my memory."
The Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop always surprises us by showing that everyone is an artist, and all the finished products are imbued with artistic flair. More importantly, it truly boosts the confidence and self-esteem of those with cognitive impairments.
For caregivers, social workers, and other staff, we highly recommend the Sand Art Candle Workshop. While seemingly sensual, this beautiful work conceals countless rational calculations. A candle that offers warmth and companionship, beyond the polish of light, scent, and sound, also releases emotional attachments that others may not perceive.
Through this workshop, center staff and caregivers can learn about stress relief and emotional self-care, allowing them to gradually disconnect from the mundane demands of daily life and focus on the present moment and the subtle sounds of nature. "This activity makes me feel young again. I truly feel incredibly relaxed while using scented candles."
Of particular note, we use natural plant-based wax. The candle cups do not release harmful substances when burned. The wax is soft and made from the essence of natural plants and trees. Unlike the flameless aromatherapy of diffusers like stones or reeds, the flickering flame of a scented candle offers a unique warmth.
Cloisonné (filament enamel painting) is mainly made of imitation gold wire and enamel glaze. It is derived from the ancient cloisonné craft - a creative painting that transplants the royal court enamel technique to the drawing board.
Cloisonné paintings, commonly seen today, typically use aluminum oxide wire, pigment, and colored sand on wood, plastic, or metal panels. The resulting works combine the delicate details of fine brushwork with the realistic texture of oil painting, making them extremely popular.
These workshops on Chinese cultural craftsmanship can help seniors recall past experiences. The reflections triggered by old objects and photographs connect them to the past, allowing the memories to feel as if they haven't faded. This helps them strengthen their confidence and bring more positive emotions to their lives. More importantly, through their memories, they've expanded the art of cloisonné to two-dimensional works, creating surprising three-dimensional artistic effects.
The Fluid Painting Relaxation Workshop is a form of art therapy that penetrates deeply and expands your creativity, allowing you to discover your inner secrets and find greater possibilities. It's a profound cleansing and a profound discovery.
Participants truly set aside the distractions of life and focus entirely on the present moment. Then, they enter a state of meditation, gaining a deeper understanding of life's twists and turns. As the fragrance of tea slowly permeates their body, they reach a state of emptiness and clarity.
Life is like the pattern of plants.
The Orchid Kokedama Moss Ball Workshop is one of our favorite plant-based healing workshops. Especially when all negative thoughts and emotions are buried in the jade ball, positive, bright love is born through the orchid.
Participants experienced firsthand the delicate touch of leaves and moss, marveling at their varied textures. They took a deep breath, discerning the fragrance of flowers and grasses that permeated the air, as if immersed in a natural aromatherapy world. Closing their eyes, they listened to the birdsong and the wind, absorbing the tranquility and beauty of nature. Exploring nature through all five senses, their physical and mental perceptions were greatly enhanced.
The Succulent Mini Garden Workshop is a collaborative workshop for seniors and caregivers. They can strategically arrange succulents according to their personalities. Through the creative process, they gain an understanding of the diverse possibilities of life.
Through this process, they gain a proper understanding of each other's strengths and characteristics. These stories don't necessarily require words; they are more powerful when they touch the heart. This allows for significant time spent together, fostering mutual understanding and appreciation.
Through immersive nature experiences, seniors can find inner peace and tranquility, releasing long-accumulated loneliness and anxiety. By helping seniors release their emotions, enhance their self-awareness, and learn simple psychological adjustment methods, they can better care for themselves and integrate into the community.
蝶古巴特手袋工作坊——時間在專注的指尖悄悄流淌，是每個參與者都會沉浸在自己的世界裡的工作坊～
剪刀、膠刷、繽紛布片…一點一點，在素色包身上，拼貼上無窮的想像，仔細比對布片的紋理，慢慢裁切想要的形狀，輕輕用膠刷塗抹膠水，讓每一塊布片都穩穩地貼合在包面上。
針對認知障礙的長者，這個工作坊能有效地加強手部協調能力、加強認知能力、從而幫助減低腦退化及身體肌肉退化。
「從來沒想過自己這個年紀還能做出這麼好看的包。從空白到每一步都是自己親手完成的。剛才背著它在鏡子前轉了兩圈，效果也很不錯！」從裁切、構思、貼上到封層，看著零散佈片「拼」成獨一無二的包，那指尖創造的快樂和成就感，大概就是長者手藝工作坊的意義吧～
Printmaking Workshop，過程主要是把一張堅韌的薄紙事先浸濕，再敷在石碑上面，用刷子輕輕敲打，使紙入字口，待紙張乾燥後用刷子蘸墨，輕輕地、均勻地拍刷，使墨均勻地塗佈紙上，然後把紙揭下來。
對許多認知症的長者來說，環境的改變，歲月的變遷，會帶給他們焦慮、不安、妄想、幻覺等情緒。在文字拓印間尋找往昔的痕跡，可以成為認知症長者與過去、與生活對話的橋樑。
若照顧者/ 中心職員一同參與，往往會在安靜的環境中，了解更多撫平長者焦急情緒的方式。例如根據長者的閱歷與過往知識儲備，緩慢引導使用動作表達，從而鍛煉其語言文字的表達能力。
擴香石香薰掛飾工作坊，是一個能讓參與者透過觸摸、嗅聞、聆聽等方式全方位地探索自然，身心感知能力的工作坊。
這是一個針對五感的工作坊～除了引導長者辨識物品，藉此激活與記憶連結的觸覺體驗，過程中還進一步改善長者情緒體驗，以聽覺、視覺、觸覺、味覺、嗅覺五感療癒，激發長者沉睡的感官系統，從而在一定程度上延緩認知退化的速度，提高長者的生活品質。
每次活動後，都會收到機構職員的回應：沒想到小小的工作坊也能讓這群長輩變得更有自信，每週都期待工作坊的來臨。同時，過程中職員與長者間也在無形中拉近了距離，他們時常能在彼此的故事中得到共鳴，一起因為故事而大笑，並由衷地稱讚彼此的手藝。
「在製作過程中，Wonderland 非常生動地教授我們。思緒逐漸從日常生活的瑣碎中抽離，專注於當下的呼吸與自我的細微聲響。這樣的工作坊真的讓我感覺自己年輕且自信了，沒想到雙手依然能創作，在療癒中感到無比放鬆。」
透過不同的團體互動與自然工作坊，能真切地幫助參與者建立新的社交聯繫，增強彼此之間的支持與理解，進而緩解心理壓力，提升情緒狀態。另外，Wonderland 也提供為品牌活動、團體工作坊、社區機構專門策劃及定制長者療癒系列的的工作坊（6人以上）。詳情請 Whatsapp 諮詢～
A comfortable environment with an art space, whether one person or a group of people, let the paintbrush guide you and enjoy the dialogue with your soul.
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