Any suggestions for a 75-year-old developmentally disabled ex-smoker to keep her hands busy? She's on oxygen and says she needs something to do with her hands now that she can't smoke.
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How about children's puzzles? These come in all sizes.
Children's coloring books.
There are a lot of adult simple games to be played on the cell phones, small tablets and these can be very mind absorbing.
Many games are free (or inexpensive) and usually easy to play - Solitaire, Hidden Objects, Find the differences, etc.
Hopefully she has enough coordination to handle some of these.
Cross stitching,knitting,crochet,crossword puzzles!Good for your hands and mind!
Coloring books with a nice set of pencils or markers can be relaxing.
Is she able to have a pet? If not a real one, some folks respond well to holding a stuffed pet when they get anxious or the urge to smoke.I think they were called Webkins--they were a line of super soft stuffed animals and the dogs in particular were a good size and so very soft and soothing to pet. We gave one to a friend who was in a nursing home and she got great comfort from it.
There was also a recent article I read where a group of seniors who had a variety of issues responded well to holding baby dolls that were what are called "reborn dolls", where they look and even smell real. I will look for that article, but it brought them so much joy and was very relaxing. These can be pricy, but I have seen some that are not that expensive on sites like eBay.
If she is able to do things like knit or crochet, that is always good and you feel productive. Small projects like granny squares are the best way to start.
Is she able to write? Some people find journaling about their feelings very helpful and takes their mind off of the urge to smoke.
Sending up lots of healing wishes and prayers for your friend. Sounds like you have a lovely heart for trying to help!
Maybe a fidget blanket. There are all kinds on Pinterest and people are selling them at craft shows. Good luck!
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