Many elderly people have been unjustifiably labelled senile, when in fact they are deprived of sensory stimulation. Making an effort to reawaken the senses of the elderly may alleviate the symptoms of senility and prove the label incorrect. During a three week clinical rotation in an extended care facility, a sensory input class was begun with four residents. The activities are described.
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