Bold strong sensory cues are what captures the person's attention when they are functioning in ACL 1 Low. A sense of comfort or the absence of strong negative cues is also appreciated by the person. When the person is relaxed and resting comfortably, we know that we are caring for them.
Providing positive sensory stimulation rather than only experiencing painful medical necessities will let them know that living is still worthwhile. Educating family members on what they can still do lets them still interact with the person in a meaningful way.