Facilitation Technique Category: Reminiscence Therapy

Activity Title: Take me there: musical bingo

Source: Comparative effectiveness of social problem-solving therapy and reminiscence therapy as
treatments for depression in older adults
Equipment: flashcards, dry erase board, markers, pen
Activity Description: Reminisce therapy is a great tool for everyone especially those
ages 65 and older. Remanence therapy helps individuals have an increased ability
to communicate, it creates a fun time consuming activity to alleviate boredom, it
helps cope with depression, anxiety and aging, gives life more of a meaningful
impact by linking future with the past to reach self actualization of relevance and
allows people to preserve stories and memories for their kin. The first step is
arranging each participant in seated quarters. Then they will be passed a sheet
detailing the names of the music. The cards are arranged in rows of 5 each card will
have the name of the artist of on it. Step 2 The CTRS will be the designated DJ. The
DJ is the person who will be selecting the musical number played for everyone.
The third step to make sure everyone has the Musical Bingo Cards and and artist
chips to play if everyone isnt equipped it gives others an unfair advantage. The
fourth step on everyones bingo card they shall find a free space in the middle in
which they should mark off with a musical note. The 5 th Step the CTRS will begin to
play the music and all participant must be ready to hear the audio track and mix
and match the artist to the appropriate song. Step 6 Bingo. Once the participant has
matched 5 songs with the appropriate artist it is then up to the participant to
recognize the the connection and shout BINGO!!
To win the game. Step 7 the CTRS will review the participant board and match them
with his or her cards or markers and if they completely correct the participant with
winning card get a prize from the prize wall. The CTRS can determine what prizes
are appropriate for the different age groups who are engaged with the activity.
Leadership considerations: The CTRS would functions as an instructor and supervisor
for this activity. The CTRSs role in this game is the Dj he or she will b e creating the
mix to play for the population that is is under his or her care. There is no special
recommendation of certification for the CTRS to have to perform this activity since
the CTRS will be the Dj some basic knowledge of a mixing application, cd player,
cassette player even use of mp3 device is recommended. The CTRS must go over
rules and regulations for game to prevent cheating, excessive calls of bingo, false
bingo, over stimulation when reminiscing, wrong placement of markers and
advantages of the free space in the middle. The CTRS must make sure the music is
not too loud given that there is an elderly population there and the loud music can
cause over stimulation and the participant can have a heart attack. Being that is the
case the CTRS must make sure there a AED defibrillator near by just in case one of
the elderly would go into cardiac arrest and 911 should be called immediately. There
must be at least 1 intern involved during these sessions. the staff to participants
ratio should be around 1:10, 2:10 or 2:15. It is also recommended that the CTRS be
CPR and first aid certified in the event of over stimulation.

Adaptations: Participants with :Spina bifida is a defect that occurs in the spine at birth
where the spinal cord filament or meninges end developing outside of the spinal
cord which causes paralysis of the lower extremities. At times there those who are
wheelchair bound who are denied certain activities to engage in and for some it
diminishes their core set of values due to depression. In Recreational facilities they
have adaptive developmental games such as wheelchair basketball, where there
are a group of individuals who share a core of values and with that develop
teamwork, trust and friendship.Adaptive sports give individuals such as participants
who are born with spina bifida the opportunity be around like minded individuals
who share the same values .
Adaptations References
Values Clarification (Worksheet) | Therapist Aid. (n.d.). Retrieved October 16, 2016, from
http://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-worksheet/values-clarification
Google. (n.d.). Retrieved October 16, 2016, from https://www.google.com/search?client=safari
CTRS- Belinda Phillips- Gwen Cherry Park
Facilitation Technique Category: Therapeutic use of Magic
Activity Title: Abracadabra! Coin
Source The Structure of Magic: A Book About Language and Therapy
Activity Description: The therapeutic use of magic allows the individual to be more
motivated when engaging in activities because a big issue in rehabilitation is
keeping the participant interested in the activity so, Magic Therapy allows the
participant to engage and repeat exercises in order to master the the magic trick at
hand. Mastering the skill is also accompanied by the ability for the participant to
have an increase in motivation and self esteem, improve motor function, increase in
hand eye coordination, increase in cognitive response and critical thinking skills.
The first step is to Take a coin, disclosing to your group of onlookers that you're
going to rub it in into your skin. This is best done sitting at a table with nobody
sitting on your side. You need your group of onlookers to be opposite you. On the off
chance that they're on your sides, they may see your sleight of hand. The second
step is to Put one hand resting under your jaw and one hand prepared to rub the
coin into your elbow. Your main hand will hold the coin. Take the other hand and rest
a that elbow on the table, with your hand fastened into a free clench hand under
the bottom of your jaw. The third step is to Start rubbing and coincidentally drop the
coin. Begin rubbing the coin into the elbow that is laying on the table. Try to be as
authentic as could be expected under the circumstances with this progression. In
the event that you don't act it all around ok, individuals will understand this is a
trap. You need them to think it was a honest to goodness mistake but you must sell
it if you don't the trick will be ruined. The fourth step is to Move the coin to your
other hand. Get it with both hands, making it look as though you kept it into your
prevailing hand. As a general rule, you did an unpretentious change to the hand
underneath your jaw. The 5th Step continue rubbing until the the coin finally

vanishes. The audience will demand to know where exactly the coin went but you
owe them no explanation.

Leadership considerations: The CTRS would serve as a supervisor for this activity. The
CTRS will be the supervising the magician and the participants for the whole entire
activity. There is no Special certification for the magician to have to perform but if
the CTRS is experience in magic it is a plus because he or she can better assist the
magician with teaching the course. Since participants are going to be pretending to
rub a coin into their skin let it be clear that PRETEND is there for clarification so
participant dont tear or shred skin while performing this exercise. There must be at
least 3 intern involved during these sessions. the staff to participants ratio should
be around 1:1, 1:3 or 2:5. This activity does not require many safety protocols. It is
recommended that the CTRS point out all emergency exits in the event of an
emergency.
Adaptations: Participants with cognitive impairments: Autism is a birth neurodevelopmental
disorder that hinders socials ability to interact with others. The adaptation used to
help children learn the magic tricks is animated cartoon called gonzo that teaches
children magic tricks this animated show is very interactive and the children catch
on very quickly. The children the social disorder make sure that they perfect the skill
every time they watch the video. Duration last about a half an hour and the CTRS
can manipulate what trick he or she wants the children to learn that day.
Adaptations References
Magic and Occupational Therapy - Healing Of Magic. (n.d.). Retrieved October 28,
2016, from http://www.magictherapy.com/therapists/magic-and-occupationaltherapy/
Facebook. (n.d.). Retrieved October 28, 2016, from
https://www.facebook.com/SheffieldMagicSociety
CTRS- Belinda Phillips- Gwen Cherry Park