
Resident Jackie Howarth and Magnolias of Lancaster Activities Coordinator Carrie Vargas take part within the iN2L program.
Magnolias of Lancaster Implements iN2L Content-Driven Engagement Program
— Michelle Butler, Executive Operations Officer
LANCASTER, PA, UNITED STATES, October 14, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ — How many occasions have we heard the phrase, “It’s never too late?”
To be taught. To take pleasure in life. To do one thing that makes you content.
Magnolias of Lancaster reminiscence care group has taken the “It’s never too late” strategy to one other degree to assist residents stay their lives to the fullest.
Magnolias of Lancaster has teamed with the group iN2L – It’s Never 2 Late – a pioneer in the usage of content-driven engagement to create significant experiences for older adults by connecting them to the world round them.
The reminiscence care group, supporting up to 38 residents recognized with Dementia, has included this progressive engagement program and has witnessed optimistic outcomes all through the previous yr, in accordance to Michelle Butler, Executive Operations Officer at Magnolias of Lancaster.
“iN2L is designed to provide virtual tools and resources to the memory care team as a catalyst for helping residents engage in activities and programs, accentuating each residents’ unique life story,” Butler mentioned. “The programs within iN2L activate sensory engagement and memory recall for residents who are enduring challenges associated with dementia, particularly as the disease progresses.”
Magnolias of Lancaster residents take part in this system by a wide range of actions that vary from reminiscing nostalgic tv exhibits and music from related eras and genres, taking part in video games that stimulate mind exercise, experiencing digital excursions of magnificent areas all through the world, and enhancing connectivity choices to stay in contact with relations and pals. In addition to making sentimental connections to their previous experiences, many residents have grasped alternatives to be taught new issues and construct new relationships, significantly as they’ve skilled real-life engagement in numerous cultural customs of fellow residents.
“iN2L has proven to be a successful instrument, connecting all the necessary elements as the team at Magnolias of Lancaster brings forth a unique programming experience sure to enrich the lives of each resident in a truly impactful way,” Butler mentioned.
Founded in 1999 and based mostly in Denver, Colorado, iN2L strives to present significant engagement for happier, more healthy seniors, in accordance to the group’s web site. iN2L offers person-centered content material to greater than 3,700 assisted and impartial residing communities, nursing houses, reminiscence care settings and grownup day packages throughout the United States and Canada, its web site notes.
“Everyone deserves to continue living a full life as they age—one with joy, purpose, and meaningful connections,” the iN2L web site states. “iN2L brings people together, connecting seniors with what interests and fulfills them and enabling them to share conversations, experiences, learning, and fun with each other, their caregivers, and family members.”
Heather Ernst
Magnolias of Lancaster
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