Orientation Tools
Level 1 Notes :
� Help the person develop a daily schedule of activities to do . o Create a simple form with times of the day organized into 30‐minute slots of time and break periods several times a day , which should last 30 minutes to an hour .
• Start with the basics of getting up in the morning , washing face , brushing teeth , meals , chores , “ rehab ” activities , and other things .
• Keep each day ’ s schedule similar in schedule .
• Review each day ’ s schedule with the person
• Keep the schedule posted in several places around the home .
• Refer to the schedule often with the person throughout the day , especially when changing activities .
• Ask questions such as , “ What are you supposed to do next ?” When appropriate , ask the person to fill out the schedule with your help .
Task : � Create and follow a daily schedule . � Answer questions you are asked .
Level 2 Notes :
� Use a print calendar that can be looked at easily and as often as needed . o Add important events , such as appointments and birthdays , on the calendar .
� Allow the person to see the calendar and ask questions . o Ask if the person knows the day , date , month , and year it is . o Ask if the person knows what events are coming in the next several days .
� Repeat throughout the day .
Task : � Name the day , date , month , or year you are asked about . � Name the upcoming events in the next several days you are asked about .
Level 3 Notes :
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