Quick Picks
Keeping Active: Live Well with Dementia
The Keeping Active Live well with Dementia collection is a project that has been developed by Telford & Wrekin Libraries working with SPIC (Shropshire Partners in Care).
This collection includes jigsaws, books, puzzles, DVD’s, table top games, floor & inflatable games and activities for sensory & motor skills development.
Items can be borrowed free of charge by an individual, a family member or care provider.
For more information about this collection please email: libraryenquiries@telford.gov.uk
Reading Well Books on Prescription Dementia
Reading Well Books on Prescription for Dementia recommends books that you may find helpful if you live with Dementia, are caring for someone with Dementia or want to find out more about the condition. The books include information and advice, help after diagnosis, practical support for carers and personal stories.
These books have been developed to for people living with Dementia to enjoy reading. They can be used as a group activity or for quiet time.
Large size Scrapbooks full of pictures & memorabilia from different decades. Great for reminiscing about household brands and sharing memories.
These jigsaw puzzles have been specially designed and tested to help users in early-mid stages to complete the puzzles unassisted. They range from 13 pieces, 24 pieces and 35 pieces all with colourful and well thought out pictures.
This includes Mosaic puzzles, Vintage Cars and building games.
A variety of games that can be played as a group activity, including Scrabble (Large Print), a variety of Bingo games, Playing Cards and many more.
Large size games that can be played on the floor or on tables, includes Snakes & Ladders, Connect 4 and more.
Fun and very large size inflatable floor games, all come supplied with a pump.
Games to aid sensory and motor skills.
Each Memory Bank pack contains a DVD with six short films as well as an accompanying book with user guide, film notes, discussion ideas, activities and photos. The Pictures to Share DVD's contain photographs set to peaceful music.
