Case Summary

Marjorie is a $78-$year$-$old retired schoolteacher diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, currently in the moderate stage. She lives with her daughter and son$-$in$-$law and attends a community day program that includes occupational therapy. Marjorie experiences memory loss, confusion, disorientation to time$/$place$,$ and occasional emotional outbursts. She forgets to use her walker, increasing her fall risk, and sometimes refuses medication. She enjoys structured, familiar activities such as folding laundry, listening to $1960$ s music, and participating in guided crafts. Her daughter reports feeling overwhelmed with caregiving duties. Marjorie often states she feels "useless" since she stopped teaching.

Student Questions

Write out a problem list for Marjorie.

What types of activity$-$based or task$-$oriented groups do you feel Marjorie would benefit from and why?

What difficulties might you anticipate while working with Marjorie in a group setting?