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Tiddlywinks

£10.55

Tiddlywinks

Agitation and restlessness are common in a person with dementia. The classic parlour game of Tiddlywinks can help to keep a person with dementia entertained and active.

 

 

Description

Tiddlywinks is a traditional Board Game that can help to keep a person with dementia entertained and active.  The Game dates back to the 1800’s and assists with interaction and provides hours of entertainment.

Above all, offering a range of dementia activities will help reduce feelings of frustration and aggression.  As well as having a number of positive outcomes:

Tiddlywinks Benefits:

  • Stimulate reminiscence
  • Mentally engaging
  • Suitable for one to six players
  • Stimulate beneficial brain activity
  • Helps maintain efficiency and capacity
  • Encourage interaction
  • Improved finger and wrist dexterity

Get the most from your activities and have a varied activities program.  Include physical, mental, social, creative, and sensory activities in addition to reminiscence to cater to all residents.  Above all, encourage involvement.

By and large, keeping a person with dementia active and involved in life can greatly improve their quality of life, reduce agitation and improve sleep and nutrition.

Equally important, Tiddlywinks can also be a route to reminiscing about a time when it would be played with younger members of their family. Triggering positive feelings, and in turn reducing stress and agitation.

Specification
  • Box measures approx: 24 x 6 x 5 cms
  • Approved by the English Tiddlywink Association.

VAT Relief Eligible – No

Stimulating the mind

Recommendations given in the 2011 World Alzheimer’s Report suggest that routinely providing individualized cognitive stimulation to those with mild to moderate stages of dementia can produce short-term improvements and/or reduce the decline in cognitive function.

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A perfect game for bringing residents, family and friends together and the perfect gift for a loved one.

Additional information

Weight 1 kg
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