Abstract
The present study developed and systematically evaluated two inventions (Musical Memory Lane and Video Memory Lane) which present nostalgic music and videos to 15 plus day care clients with Alzheimer's disease (AD) in an easy-to-access, push button, picture format. Systematic observations indicated that the Memory Lanes had a favorable impact on engagement, stimulated positive affect and activity-related talking, while also reducing fidgeting. There was no impact on sleeping and general interaction. During free time, people chose a Memory Lane activity significantly more often than other activities and remained engaged with it for a longer time. The Memory Lanes show great potential for providing meaningful and easily accessible activities to people with dementia. Additional studies are needed in other care settings and to determine if the Memory Lanes can decrease agitation and enhance memory function.
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