This study assessed the feasibility of Structured Practice, a memory intervention format for persons with dementia that requires little or no expertise on the part of a trainer. Fourteen residents of assisted-living facilities practiced a 7-digit telephone number and engaged in guided social interaction with a trainer during several sessions. Free and cued recalls were assessed 5 minutes after each session and at least 1 day alter each session. Week-long retention was also assessed for those who showed day-long retention on 2 consecutive assessments. Participants were easily engaged with the Structured Practice materials. Half successfully recalled at least part of the number after a day delay. Most recalled at least part of the number after a 5-minute delay. Structured Practice can serve as a format for teaching everyday information and guiding social interaction with persons with dementia. © 2007 Sage Publications.
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Hochhalter, A. K., Stevens, A. B., & Okonkwo, O. (2006). Structured practice: A memory intervention for persons with dementia. American Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias, 21(6), 424–430. https://doi.org/10.1177/1533317506292328
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