Kitchen Washing-Up Activity

Ideal for people with mid-late stage dementia who enjoy kitchen activities.  

How to use with a person living with dementia:  Place the kitchen items on table in front of the participant with a bowl of washing-up water OR place the items in a sink with warm washing-up water. Ask the person if they would like to assist to wash and dry the items.  Demonstrate to the participant how to do what you are inviting them to do and then ask if they would like to do it themselves.

The objective of this or any activity is for the person to be content and comfortable engaging in the activity in which ever way they are comfortable to do so. Do NOT correct the person if they don’t follow as instructed. Simply encourage their participation. 

Activity comprises of:

• 12 plates in 3 different colours
• 12 bowls in 3 different colours
• 18 cups in 3 different colours  
• 5 tea-towels

Please note: colours may vary.