Developing a Nonpharmacological Pain Intervention for Community-dwelling Older Adults With Dementia

Adaptation of physical activity as an intervention for pain management using the 3-Step Tailored Approach: assessing in Step 1 the Person Living with Dementia (PLWD), in Step 2 the Environment, and in Step 3 the Caregiver. With this approach, traditional exercises can be adapted to 1) functional activities (e.g., stair climbing) that are tailored to the interests (e.g., dancing, boxing) and preserved abilities of PLWD; 2) preferred and well-tolerated environments (e.g., home); and 3) account for extent and type of interventionist and caregiver involvement.