This resource for caregivers and activity planners begins by explaining basics facts of dementia and then reviews processes for assessing residents for activities and planning activities. Different categories of activities are described, and tips are provided for facilitating resident participation and dealing with common problems. The second half of the book gives instructions for activities related to many themes, such as art, cooking, exercise, gardening, music, life stories, holidays, and field trips. The activities require only simple, inexpensive materials. A list of annotated websites is included. Annotation ©2013 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)