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Daily Routine – Dementia Stage 2
Calm • Predictable • Reassuring
A stage-2 routine must feel safe, slow, and comforting, supporting memory, mood, and confidence.
1. Morning (8:00–11:00)
Gentle Wake-Up
- Soft music: Vera Lynn, Nat King Cole, gentle piano, nature sounds
- Open curtains for natural light
- Use a warm, reassuring tone
Hydration First
- 1 glass warm water
- Offer options: herbal tea / weak tea / warm lemon water
Simple Personal Care
- Brushing teeth with help
- Face wash / warm flannel
- Clean clothes laid out visibly
- Calm step-by-step prompts
Breakfast (9:00–9:30)
- Soft, high-energy foods: porridge, eggs, yoghurt, fruit
- Sit in familiar place
- Reduce noise + distractions
Morning Activity (10:00–11:00)
- Music therapy playlist (calming or favourites)
- Light stretching / walking
- Simple memory activity: looking at photos
- Sensory options: lavender, warm hand massage
2. Midday (11:00–14:00)
Meaningful Activity
- Folding towels
- Watering plants
- Simple craft
- Listening to favourite songs
- Emotional reassurance: praise, gentle conversation
Lunch (12:30)
- Warm, easy foods
- Offer hydration: juice / water / soup
- Allow extra time, no rushing
Calm Rest (13:00–14:00)
- Quiet room, soft blanket
- Light music: instrumental or nature
- Not necessarily sleeping — just relaxing
3. Afternoon (14:00–17:00)
Movement & Fresh Air
- Short walk
- Light stretching
- Sunlight for mood + sleep regulation
Cognitive Calm Activities
- Sorting by colour
- Simple puzzles
- Reading aloud
- Watching gentle TV or nature videos
Hydration Break
- Water, tea, or fruit water
- Small snack: biscuits, fruit, yoghurt
4. Evening (17:00–20:00)
Soothing Evening Routine
- Keep lights warm + soft
- Avoid loud noise
- Gentle reminders of time of day
Dinner (17:30–18:00)
- Warm comfort food
- Quiet eating environment
- Slow pace
Relaxation (18:30–19:30)
- Music therapy
- Hand massage or moisturising
- Looking at family photos
- Soft TV (no loud action)
Prepare for Bed
- Simple explanations (“It’s time to rest now, love”)
- Warm wash or bath
- Comfortable pyjamas
- Diffuser: lavender or chamomile
5. Night (20:00–22:00)
Bedtime Routine
- Low light
- Soft music or nature sounds
- Weighted blanket (optional)
- Water by bedside
Reassurance
- Repeat calming phrases:
“You’re safe.”
“I’m here with you.”
“Everything is okay.”
Stage 2 Care Principles (Short Website Section)
- Keep days predictable
- Give simple, 1-step instructions
- Offer gentle choices, not too many
- Reduce noise + clutter
- Support emotions first, tasks second
- Encourage connection, confidence, and calm
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Daily Routine – Dementia Stage 2
Calm • Predictable • Reassuring
A stage-2 routine must feel safe, slow, and comforting, supporting memory, mood, and confidence.
1. Morning (8:00–11:00)
Gentle Wake-Up
- Soft music: Vera Lynn, Nat King Cole, gentle piano, nature sounds
- Open curtains for natural light
- Use a warm, reassuring tone
Hydration First
- 1 glass warm water
- Offer options: herbal tea / weak tea / warm lemon water
Simple Personal Care
- Brushing teeth with help
- Face wash / warm flannel
- Clean clothes laid out visibly
- Calm step-by-step prompts
Breakfast (9:00–9:30)
- Soft, high-energy foods: porridge, eggs, yoghurt, fruit
- Sit in familiar place
- Reduce noise + distractions
Morning Activity (10:00–11:00)
- Music therapy playlist (calming or favourites)
- Light stretching / walking
- Simple memory activity: looking at photos
- Sensory options: lavender, warm hand massage
2. Midday (11:00–14:00)
Meaningful Activity
- Folding towels
- Watering plants
- Simple craft
- Listening to favourite songs
- Emotional reassurance: praise, gentle conversation
Lunch (12:30)
- Warm, easy foods
- Offer hydration: juice / water / soup
- Allow extra time, no rushing
Calm Rest (13:00–14:00)
- Quiet room, soft blanket
- Light music: instrumental or nature
- Not necessarily sleeping — just relaxing
3. Afternoon (14:00–17:00)
Movement & Fresh Air
- Short walk
- Light stretching
- Sunlight for mood + sleep regulation
Cognitive Calm Activities
- Sorting by colour
- Simple puzzles
- Reading aloud
- Watching gentle TV or nature videos
Hydration Break
- Water, tea, or fruit water
- Small snack: biscuits, fruit, yoghurt
4. Evening (17:00–20:00)
Soothing Evening Routine
- Keep lights warm + soft
- Avoid loud noise
- Gentle reminders of time of day
Dinner (17:30–18:00)
- Warm comfort food
- Quiet eating environment
- Slow pace
Relaxation (18:30–19:30)
- Music therapy
- Hand massage or moisturising
- Looking at family photos
- Soft TV (no loud action)
Prepare for Bed
- Simple explanations (“It’s time to rest now, love”)
- Warm wash or bath
- Comfortable pyjamas
- Diffuser: lavender or chamomile
5. Night (20:00–22:00)
Bedtime Routine
- Low light
- Soft music or nature sounds
- Weighted blanket (optional)
- Water by bedside
Reassurance
- Repeat calming phrases:
“You’re safe.”
“I’m here with you.”
“Everything is okay.”
Stage 2 Care Principles (Short Website Section)
- Keep days predictable
- Give simple, 1-step instructions
- Offer gentle choices, not too many
- Reduce noise + clutter
- Support emotions first, tasks second
- Encourage connection, confidence, and calm
If you want, sweetheart I can create:
HTML version
Mobile-friendly layout
Pretty box sections
PDF in large font
Icons and colour design
Add Stage 1, Stage 3, Stage 4 routines
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Midday Routine – Dementia Stage 2
11:00 – 14:00 • Calm • Reassuring • Emotionally supportive
11:00 – 12:00 • Meaningful Activity Time
Activities should be simple, familiar, and supportive of confidence:
Gentle Tasks (feel purposeful)
- Folding towels or soft clothes
- Watering one or two plants
- Sorting objects by colour or shape
- Light wiping of a table with help
Emotional Support
- Use soft voice, slow pace
- Offer praise: “You’re doing great, love”
- Avoid complicated instructions (only 1 step at a time)
Music Option
- Play familiar, soft music
- Best for Stage 2:
- Vera Lynn
- Nat King Cole
- Gentle piano
- Nature sounds
12:00 – 12:30 • Hydration & Settling Before Lunch
- Offer small sips of water, juice, or herbal tea
- Encourage slow drinking
- Sit somewhere familiar
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Afternoon Routine – Dementia Stage 2
14:00 – 17:00 • Calm • Comfort • Confidence
14:00 – 14:30 • Light Movement & Fresh Air
Movement helps reduce restlessness, stiffness, and late-day confusion.
Gentle Options
- Short walk in the garden or corridor
- Sitting outside for fresh air
- Slow stretching (with guidance)
- Simple hand or leg exercises
- Light chair-based movements
Emotional Support
- Use soft, friendly reminders
- Walk slowly, matching their pace
- Offer your arm for security
- Celebrate small achievements:
“Well done, love — you’re doing beautifully.”
14:30 – 15:30 • Calm Cognitive Activities
Keep activities **simple, enjoyable
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Stage 2 Dementia — Exercise Guide
Stage 2 dementia (mild stage) still allows for good mobility, meaning the person can safely take part in light exercise with gentle guidance. Movement helps improve mood, memory, sleep, appetite, and confidence.
The goal is simple daily movement, not strenuous exercise.
Principles for Safe Exercise at Stage 2
- Exercise 5–10 minutes at a time
- Move slowly and steadily
- Stop if there’s pain or dizziness
- Encourage, don’t force
- Use familiar music to guide movement
- Choose fun, simple activities
- Always ensure hydration before & after
Stage 2 people can follow instructions better than later stages, but still benefit from clear, calm guidance.
Best Time for Exercise
- Morning (9–11am) for energy
- Early afternoon (1–3pm) for mood and appetite
Avoid late evenings to prevent agitation.
1. Warm-Up (1–2 minutes)
Helps prepare the body.
a) Shoulder Rolls
- Roll shoulders forward
- Then backwards
Reps: 5–8 each
b) Gentle Neck Turns
- Look left → center → right
Reps: 3 each side
c) Arm Circles
- Small circles, slow and controlled
Reps: 8–10
2. Standing Exercises (Safe & Beneficial)
a) Marching on the Spot
- Lift knees gently
- Swing arms
Duration: 30–60 seconds
Improves circulation and balance.
b) Side Steps
- Step right → center
- Step left → center
Reps: 10 each side
Good for hip and leg strength.
c) Heel Raises
- Hold a chair for support if needed
- Lift heels up
- Lower slowly
Reps: 10–12
Strengthens calves and supports balance.
3. Seated Exercises (For Lower Energy Days)
a) Seated Marching
- Lift knees while sitting
Duration: 30–45 seconds
b) Arm Raises
- Lift arms up
- Lower gently
Reps: 8–10
c) Ankle Circles
- Rotate ankles slowly
Reps: 5 each direction
4. Walking Exercises
a) Indoor Walk
- Walk around the home
- 2–5 minutes
- Steady, relaxed pace
b) Outdoor Walk
- Garden or quiet street
- 5–10 minutes
- Fresh air boosts attention & mood
c) Nature Walk
- Short walk in a park
- Ideal for reducing stress and anxiety
5. Music-Based Movement
Music improves participation and enjoyment at Stage 2.
a) Simple Dance Movements
- Sway side-to-side
- Step to the rhythm
b) Clapping or Hand Movements
- Clap slowly
- Move hands with the beat
c) Marching to Music
Standing or seated.
6. Gentle Stretching & Relaxation
a) Deep Breathing
- Breathe in 3 seconds
- Out for 4 seconds
Repeat 5 times.
b) Side Body Stretch
- Reach left arm up
- Slightly lean right
- Repeat other side
c) Hamstring Stretch (Seated)
- Extend one leg
- Reach forward gently
Hold 5 seconds.
These support flexibility and calmness.
Exercises to Avoid at Stage 2
- Fast, risky movements
- Heavy weights
- High-impact exercise
- Running or jogging
- Bending quickly
- Long unsupervised walks
Keep it safe, slow, and supervised.
Suggested Daily Routine
Morning:
- Warm-up + standing exercises (5 minutes)
Afternoon:
- Outdoor walk + simple dance movement
Evening:
- Seated stretching + deep breathing
This supports mobility, appetite, mood, and sleep.
