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Dementia Game, Brain Exercise, Fun Brain Games, Puzzles for Dementia,
Memory Activities, Memory Exercise, Dementia Activities are
Games to improve Memory and Age Appropriate Games for Elderly.

Norman Rockwell Memory Puzzles and Games for Alzheimer's to improve Memory,
Capture attention, Motivate participation, Build confidence and Stimulates conversation.
Fun Brain Games & Exercise for Brain Simplified for Alzheimer's, Dementia & Elderly.

"These Brain exercises and Memory exercises are beneficial because patients use
emotional and recognition memory, in addition to their problem solving skills."
Mitchell Slutzky, Ph.D., Clinical Geropsychologist, NY

If you are a caregiver or have a loved one with Alzheimer's or Dementia,
you KNOW why these simplified puzzles and match games are important to them.

Beneficial Brain Exercise & Memory Exercise for Alzheimer's & Dementia patients.

7 Facts you should know about
Dementia Activities, Memory Exercise and Games for Elderly.

Match Games

Fun Brain Games
& Memory Match Games for elderly, simplified
for alzheimers
and dementia.
(in caregives kit)
Rockwell Art

MatchMatch

What's Mis ing?

gossips

Something you should know... about these Fun Brain Games and Brain Exercises.
I personally tested these Puzzles & Simplified Match Games
with different levels of Alzheimer's and Dementia patients with positive results.

Before any testing with residents, Memory Jogging Puzzles
and Memory Games were approved by Activity Directors.

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Developing Memory Jogging Puzzles brought
back many memories to me. (good and sad)

I recalled how mother enjoyed working with puzzles
and playing cards until several strokes and later dementia changed her abilities and physical capabilities.

She continued to engage herself in these activities
until they became too frustrating.

Mother was paralyzed on her right side.

The puzzles were frustrating because they were either
too difficult with many small pieces, or a simple child's puzzle.

The child's puzzle made mother feel like she was a child. (embarrassed her)

There were no
storytelling themes.

Dad made a card holder enabling her to play longer.
She played solitaire, bridge, poker and rummy.

Mother was a beautiful, intelligent spunky lady.

These were difficult times for all, watching her go through these stages and
not knowing how to help
her cope.

Painful and depressing for mother, longing to be the way she used to be,
fought it all the way.
(she was very independent)

My father cared for mother many years before she went into a care center.

Mother would have loved these activities with Norman Rockwell paintings.

The chunky wood puzzle pieces would be easier for her to handle.

She would have related to them, laughed at images in gossips.

Rush University Medical Center, Chicago

"I have recently had the pleasure of seeing the Memory Jogging Puzzles. Karen Miller has created these Norman Rockwell -Saturday Evening Post inspired puzzles for Dementia’s Disease patients to enjoy, while exercising their brain,
what a great idea!

These puzzles are beautifully crafted. Each one could serve
as coffee-table décor, but they are highly functional pieces
that not only entertain but serve the greater purpose of helping memory challenged adults with maintaining memory.

I am planning to order a
few of the puzzles for our patients in the Rush Memory Clinic to enjoy while in our waiting area."

Janie L. Urbanic, MA/LPC
Research Study Supervisor
Rush Memory Clinic -
Chicago, IL ~~~

Alzheimer's Conference
Caregivers Comments

"I’m also pleased with
the quality of the
cards and the puzzles."

"I like the themes because they are my parents era and easy
to talk about.

The pieces are large,
a very nice size.

The puzzle is good because they can handle it and it won't take long to
put together."

"The cards are fun to look at
and a way to
interact with mom.
Great Idea!"

"Good reminiscing
and conversation"

This will make
visiting dad much easier, it will give
me something
to do with him.

It's very difficult sometimes, not knowing what to do when I visit".

"These items will
make a great kit for caregivers who go into the homes to work
with clients".

"Great idea, it's perfect, my mom collected
Norman Rockwell items".

"I like the size of your products. Mom would enjoy just looking
at them".

"The Saturday Evening Post themes are fun and will make
it easy to start a conversation.
Oh, these are wood, they will

last a long time".

Activity Directors
comments about
Memory Jogging Puzzles.
(before production)

"love the themes"

"love the size
of the puzzles"

"Adult in nature"

"Size is nice because
they fidet on a lap
or bedsi table"

"I like The Saturday Evening Post themes because they are good for reminiscing with
Dementia residents"

"Puzzle size is good for residents to hold and will
be beneficial in memory treatment because they
are easy to do and do not take a long time."

"Conversational, some residents will remember
Norman Rockwell"

"Simple and not too busy"

This positive feedback
gave me the green light
to start production.

Alzheimer's Puzzle Themes

Alzheimer's Cardboard Puzzle Themes

These Fun brain Games, Memory Exercise,
Brain Exercise, Puzzle Games, Match Games will help your loved one:

• help keep their dignity
• improve memory
• stimulate memories
• motivate participation
• capture attention
• stimulate conversation
...and more

~I worked in a Nursing Home for 27 years before
I retired. I worked in the Activity Department and began using the memory jogging puzzles after my retirement when I started Volunteering at Day Care and Retirement Homes.

The caregiver kit has been the best thing that I have ever seen to keep a residents attention and
get them to reminisce
about themselves and others from the past years.

I would recommend every Activity Director have this
kit in there department for
a weekly activity or an extra, for I know it is a crowd pleaser and will put smiles on everyone’s faces. It’s easy and makes everyone talk and visit with one another.~

Thank you so much,
Birdie Scroggins, AD, CAP

~I discovered early on in
the alzheimer's journey
with my dad that doing simple jigsaw puzzles
provided him such a sense of self-esteem.

However it was almost impossible to find puzzles commercially that weren't too childish.

Your puzzles have just the right number of pieces that he can handle without frustration, and the Rockwell themes are all so lovely.~

I am one satisfied customer. Thanks again!
Tanis M, Canada

~The puzzles were great I was so surprised at who did well and who was stumped.

Yesterday there were two bored residents at the activity table and I pulled
out the gossips cards.

One woman was disturbed by the last couple in the picture, and said "Oh I don't like this one, they're fighting!" The is someone who rarely talks, and her comment was revealing.

I must say the quality of
the products is top notch.~

Susan R -IA

(Susan's mother has Dementia and she volunteers at care centers.

Susan works with a variety
of wood puzzles, gossips, MatchMate & What's Mis ing? Memory Exercise Cards plus the Memories
of Yesterday - Keepsake Workbooks.

~The Saturday Evening Post theme is, indeed, familiar.

That is relaxing and gets
the association away from being for children.

She does all of them
several times a day in addition to playing solitaire.~

Harry-CA

(Harry’s wife 87, living at home, works with wood puzzles and memory exercise cards: gossips, MatchMate, What's Mis ing?)

~I'm also pleased with
the quality of the cards
and the puzzles. I've
noticed in recent times
that, because my mother has arthritis, it's harder for her to grip things.

So, the fact that the cards are on very thick stock and thepuzzle pieces are thicker wooden pieces will make
it much easier for her.~

Dawn W - Jamaica

~I was impressed with your subject matter and your prices were so much more reasonable than what I looked at on the few other sites I could find.~

Kathy - TN
Sent gift to her father

~Your website was most
helpful and your products lookeddifferent than some
others I had seen for
people with Alzheimer's
and Dementia.

Thank you for giving me hope that there might still
be a way to engage my mother in life.~

Jane-MO
(Jane's mother 91,
in nursing care. )

Lesson Learned
from testing the Puzzles
I remember quick stepping into the
Memory Treatment Center clutching my puzzles... the first testing,
and I was anxious.

As the activity director and I were strolling into the room, we were intercepted by Bob
in a wheelchair.

Mary asked if he wanted to put some puzzles
together, his immediate response was "no".

We continued our way and prepared to work with the groups.

I was shocked to learn my first person was
Bob. (gentleman in the wheel chair).

As I sat down at his table, I aligned two puzzles within his reach.

I didn't talk about the puzzles right away,
(the hallway greeting was fresh in my mind.)

I introduced myself and he told me his name.

I noticed one puzzle had captured his attention,
I pointed out details and we started talk, focusing on the one, while moving the other away. (removing distraction)

Connecting with him, asked him to point
to different items in the picture and he did, cautiously... not wanting to make a mistake.

(I feel men are more cautious)

Breaking apart the 6 piece puzzle I asked if he would help me put it back together.

He did, needed some guidance and assurance, but he didn't mind as I helped guide some pieces in place

There was a smile and chuckle when the puzzle was completed. And, he wanted to do another

We did several puzzles (6 & 12 piece).

During this time, Bob shared stories of him and his sister putting large 500 piece puzzles together when they were young.

He recalled he was an engineer at one time.

I was amazed at the transformation...
from "no" at the door, to let's do more.

It was great, one of many positive experiences.

Fun Brain Exercises
Memory Exercises,
Games for Elderly, Alzheimer's & Dementia

These Alzheimer's & Dementia Activities are Fun Brain Exercises & Memory Games focusing on memory concentration to increase memory.

Puzzle Games and Match Games are Memory Activities simplified for Alzheimer's & Dementia patients and their success.

It is better to have a puzzle they can put together
successfully than struggle with one too difficult.

Some families focus on 6 piece, when their loved one accomplishes it, introduce the 12 piece.

(Care centers automatically do thisbecause of different levels of patients.)

Wood Puzzle vs Cardboard
Both are Brain Games for Dementia & Alzheimer's Activities.

Wood Puzzles Features
• 1/4" thick, lightweight plywood
• Lap Puzzle - 5-7/8" x 7-7/8" Perfect size fits bedside table or tray. Plus the size keeps pieces visible, within reach.
• durable, long lasting
• laminate surface is easy
to wipe off & easy on eyes
• Custom scroll cut in USA, more affordable versus water jet (I started with)
• Keepsake
• More themes than cardboard
• Norman Rockwell Themes

P. S. Many with larger hands prefer wooden, more substance for them to hang on to and they feel good.

Wood jigsaw puzzles
Affordable, Durable,
Wonderful Keepsakes.
(compare other wood puzzles, Great Price - Check out the Sales Folder in Shopping Cart)

Sales Folder

Wood Puzzle
19.95 ea
Includes Pouch

Purchase includes purple sheer organza pouch. shown has flat bottom cut - stands on end.

Cardboard Puzzles
Fun Brain Games for Dementia & Alzheimer's

• Less expensive
• Fewer themes available
• Not as durable as wood puzzles
• Not as thick as wood puzzles
• Puzzle design & number of pieces the same as wood puzzles
(6 & 12)
• Cardboard puzzles are
not laminated.

• Included in caregivers kit

12.95 ea OR

*12 Cardboard puzzles
(not 12 themes)
$139.40
plus FREE Shipping

P. S. When sending these Brain Games of Puzzles and Match Games be assured they are welcomed and needed.
(I will ship them in your name.)

Definitions...

Alzheimer's vs Dementia
Source: Dementia’s disease facts and figures. Alzheimer's Association. 2007

Alzheimer's disease is
a progressive, degenerative disease of the brain that results in dementia.

The terms alzheimer's and dementia are often used interchangeably,
but there is a distinct difference between them.

Alzheimer's is a broader term than Dementia and refers to any brain syndrome resulting in problems with memory, orientation, judgment, executive functioning, and communication.*

Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, but dementia can also be caused by strokes, Parkinson's disease, head injury, or a host of other conditions -- very few of which are reversible.

Memory is often divided into two groups:

Short-term memory
refers to immediate past experiences and information.

Long-term memory deals with things from long ago.

Logical Thinking allows one to keep track of the immediate future. Short term memory and logical thinking skills are closely connected.

Orientation is the person's situational awareness. example: name, who are you, where are you, day, date, season and year.

Executive functioning
is the ability to carry out familiar tasks, such as getting dressed or balancing a checkbook.

Includes the ability to plan projects, formulate goals and objectives, prioritize, apply self-discipline, and remember steps involved in complex tasks.

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Alzheimer's and Dementia Disease are life changing...
not only for the patient but ...for their families.

I personally feel it is more difficult ...observing the changes
in personality ...feeling hopeless ...frustrated by not knowing
HOW to connect with your mother, father or spouse.
(forgive yourself... we all experience it)

Here's My Story
Inspired by memories of yesterday... and my families
frustrations dealing with the lack
of age appropriate activities for my mother,
who had devastating strokes and dementia.

Knowing and observing her struggles gave me inside
information and guidance creating Memory Jogging Puzzles
and Match Games for you and your loved ones.

Proven to capture attention, improve memory,
motivate, build confidence and more.
Karen Miller (grandmother of eight)
owner/developer of Memory Jogging Puzzles

Norman Rockwell - The Saturday Evening Post Covers
will open doors that have been closed for a while,
encouraging you to connect.
(By the way, his paintings are the catalyst,
secret ingredient that triggers this)
Read on to learn more.

Is your loved one benefiting from their
Brain Exercise & Memory Games
or getting frustrated?
(you are their voice)

During research, I spoke directly with caregivers and
Activity Directors working with Alzheimer's and
Dementia patients throughout United States.

It was shocking, nothing had change
since my mother passed away (1994).

Activities available to Dementia and elderly patients
were STILL being used and STILL inadequate
...I was determined to change that.

7 Facts
you should know about Dementia Activities,
Brain Games, Memory Exercise
and Games for Elderly.

1- Puzzles and Memory Card Games
(Match Games) are valuable activities
for Memory Exercise,
Brain Exercise to improve memory.

2 - Most puzzles available are either too
difficult, adults (with too many small pieces; or a
puzzle with few pieces, a small child's puzzle.)

When a puzzle has an adult theme many times
it has too many pieces. Your loved one won't
know where or how to begin; become overwhelmed,
frustrated, give up or in many cases.
WON'T EVEN TRY.

3 - If a puzzle had few, large pieces,
most likely it had a young child's theme.

Your Loved Ones does NOT enjoy putting
children's puzzles together,
these puzzles make your mother, father or spouse
feel... like a child. (humiliated or embarrassed)

4 - Age appropriate (adult) puzzles & games
for Alzheimer's, Dementia and elderly patients -
are a huge problem for caregivers
because, they could not find them.

Frustrated and aware of these problems
caregivers were very open and helpful to me
sharing the needs of their patients.

Many patients experience
FAILURE AND FRUSTRATION.

Think about this...
they are not any different than you and I.

Ask yourself, when a task appears to difficult,
what do we do?

Many of us glide away; or perhaps fake it
for a few moments and then forget, it is too hard.
some of us take a peek...
"I'm out of here!" (don't you agree?)

I have heard the words "I don't want to play anymore"
when a puzzle or game is too difficult.(with residents)

If you have children or grandchildren, I'm sure
you have heard and observed these scenes.
What's different? They(children)
can and do express themselves.

When your parents or spouse does not want to
participate, sometimes it is tagged
"acting out". Many times they say nothing, walk away
humiliated because they cannot do the activitiy
or forgot how to do it.
(if only you could walk in their shoes for a day)

5 - Very few puzzles had Storytelling themes.

Storytelling themes are wanted and needed to help
caregivers and families easily stimulate conversation.

6 - Very few puzzles & games on the market
meet ALL the criteria for Memory Activities,
Memory Exercise for alzheimer's & dementia patients
and Games for elderly.

In other words some patients were not/are not
benefiting, but most likely getting frustrated.

7 - Some used photos of loved ones, objects
or buildings from their past
trying to stimulate conversation.

Many Alzheimer's and Dementia patients
do not remember their loved ones,
places and objects from their past.

Many are living in a time period from their past.

It is stressful, sad and a huge let down for everyone
involved when your loved ones cannot recall
your face, things or places from their past.

Abolish activities that are frustrating to those
you love and upsetting for you to watch.
Help your mother, father or spouse communicate.

Time is precious, imagine how it would feel
to see a smile on your mother or father's face.

It will make you feel good,
and, you will remember that feeling.

Memory Jogging Puzzles & Memory Match Games
are age appropriate, memory concentration
games used routinely will improve memory.

The more you wonder if this is right for you,
the more you'll know it is.

Guaranteed to capture attention,
motivate participation and stimulate conversation.

Norman Rockwell - The Saturday Evening Post stimulate memories.

Memory Jogging Puzzles & Match Games
are beneficial Brain Exercise, Brain Games and Memory Exercise that meet Alzheimer's & Dementia Activities Needs, with unlimited benefits.

• Grasping the needs and desires of
activity directers and caregivers.
I heard the #1 "need" on their activity list...
Age appropriate Adult themes.

Their #1 need became my #1 priority creating
Memory Puzzles & Memory Games.
(games to improve memory & simplified games)

Age appropriate themes capture the attention of
Alzheimer's, Dementia patients and
motivate participation.

• If the activity does not capture their interest
immediately... they will not want to participate.

Some patients plain and simple "just don't want to"
if this happens don't force it, play a bit yourself
(they will be watching)
don't take it personal, try again next time.

• These Puzzle Games and Match Games
capture the attention of Alzheimer's, Dementia and
elderly patients meeting the #1 need in activities.

And remember while they are having fun, they are
exercising their brain and improving memory.

Simplified puzzle games for patients success...
Not Frustration!

Do you see the value in this?

Connecting with Mary
by Karen Miller

Silently… I gathered the puzzles together, said goodbye.

On the drive home, Mary’s video played over
and over… tears rolled down.

Flashback
As I laid a 6 piece puzzle in front of Mary,
I asked if she wanted to work on it. She nodded… yes.

Slowly, I separated the puzzle, laying pieces within her reach.
She eagerly picked up one piece, then another,
turning and closely observing, each knob.

Mary knew the pieces went together, held them in her hands, adjusting each knob on it’s edge, then flat…
intensely, testing each opening.

After a bit, I tapped on the table saying it would be
easier here and the pieces will stay together.

She obediently put the pieces on the table
and tried earnestly to find two that went together.
(I didn’t rush her …I was pulled into her time)
.
Discovering a piece she liked, twisted and turned it…
measuring each knob and her search began.

Her fingers moved slowly over the pieces,
feeling their curves before they made their way into the puzzle.

Mary like many others, tried to force pieces into place.
Sometimes she would have the right piece, but couldn’t make it fit because it was on top of another. (this is common)

At this point, I would slowly guide the piece
into place, saying… it fits perfect.
(When possible I gently guided with one finger…
just a little nudge and it falls into place,
showing her, you don’t have to force it, which many do)

Upon completion… You did a good job Mary…
and she pointed for another puzzle.

As Mary started her 2nd puzzle, I moved
across the table to observe her from a distance.

This time, she took the puzzle apart, laid pieces around,
just as I did and then began her routine.

Picking up one piece, analyzing every curve,
randomly pick up another,
testing knobs in open areas searching for that right fit.

This process was done in her hands not on the table.
(I was thinking later perhaps she needed to get the pieces
closer to see them clearly or maybe she just wanted to.)

She was extremely focused, not hurried… when she felt
the pieces in her hands were correct, she would put
them into the pieces on the table.

Every once in a while she looked up at me, not saying anything…
her eyes told me… she wanted my help and her hands
were stalled in place on the puzzle.

Each time, piece(s) were correct, sometimes the angle
was off, or the piece on top of another and she couldn’t get it to fit,
but she was never frustrated or anxious.

Each time she completed a puzzle… good job…
it is perfect. You are great with puzzles!

Immediately… she reached for another puzzle,
and we would go through the process again.

It took Mary about 7-10 minutes to put a 6 piece puzzle together.
I don’t know if she was faster at the end… but her touch became
softer placing the chunky pieces down and into place.

I could actually see a visual change in her hands
while placing pieces down… more relaxed. She handled
the wood puzzles great and she was amazing

On automatic, very intense, full concentration,
never taking her eyes off the puzzle or pieces…
except, when she looked up at me

After she completed all of the themes,
I asked if she had a favorite puzzle. Not responding right away,
I thought perhaps she didn’t understand or hear me,
then... she picked one up and said “this one”.
(I had been with her an hour, heard nothing,
no facial expression… her eyes were her voice).

Mary’s unique way…
Mary would discover two pieces that went together,
by putting them together in her hands,
then, laid them down on the table.
Find two more pieces, put those together in her hands;
tried to maneuver those two pieces (together)
into the puzzle on the table.

This is rather difficult, the wood puzzles
hang together making it possible.

She usually had the right pieces, knew where to put them…
if she couldn’t put them into place, she would look up… my cue.

After several puzzles it appeared she was studying the
picture more, by gliding her finger on the top surface of the knobs.

Mary would have continued all day… non stop, even though
she was silent. Expressing only by her actions… pointing…
wanting to do more, she was experiencing success

I was impressed with Mary’s intense focus, nothing distracted her;
she was enjoying what she was doing, even though she was silent.

.Bingo was being played… in the same room. I kept asking…
if she wanted to stop and play bingo… shook her head
no… pointed to another puzzle.

Doctors say that old habits are buried in our memories,
a reason puzzles are beneficial exercises for
Alzheimer’s and Dementia patients.

For More Stories

Fun Brain Games / Exercise for Brain
The first time I witnessed residents react to
these Alzheimer's Puzzles & Match Games, I was amazed.

Rest assured, there is a connection with these storytelling,
age appropriate paintings by
Norman Rockwell in The Saturday Evening Post.
(The Rockwell Effect)

• These Fun Brain Games switch
silence to magical moments.

This was A NEED, caregivers wanted, an
activity that easily engaged residents in conversation.

Evaluating Memory Jogging Puzzles and
memory match games,
I wanted to achieve this. (Norman did this for me)

• Memory Puzzles build confidence

6 piece wood puzzle - Little Spooner's theme

Brain Exercise Games
with Unique Feature/Benefits
for Alzheimer's Dementia

• One special feature/benefit separates us from the rest...
Norman Rockwell - The Saturday Evening Post Covers

• Few Puzzle Pieces - 6 & 12 Piece

• Large Puzzle Pieces

• 6 pc - memory jigsaw puzzle - Large pieces
simplified puzzle, easy to handle and complete for success.
(average piece size: 2x3" - 3x4")

Recommended for those in "middle-stages"
(Some patients may need a little
guidance even though it is only 6 pieces.)

• 12 pc - jigsaw puzzle - easy to handle,
recommended for those
in "early to middle stages" of memory loss
(average piece size: 2x2")

Note: I feel 12 pieces could be frustrating for many in
"middle stages" of Alzheimer's or Dementia.

• Lap puzzles - 5-7/8" x 7-7/8"
Perfect size fits bedside table or tray.
Plus, size keeps pieces visible, within reach.

• Developed for Sucess; Completed in a short time
with a good feeling of success... "a fun moment in time".

Each individual is unique, is better to have success
with a 6 piece or frustration and tears with a 12 piece.

Sometimes we let our own "feelings" get involved
when we select the number of pieces. We think surely
the 6 piece would be too easy for mom or dad.

Which Rockwell painting will your loved one enjoy?

Memory Jogging Puzzles Unlimited Benefits

Beneficial Puzzle Games & Brain Game
stimulates Problem Solving Skills, memories and more
in Alzheimer's & Dementia patients.
(beneficial treatment and support)

The MAGIC... and Why
Norman Rockwell - The Saturday Evening Post

• captures attention - because Rockwell's artwork

• helps keep their dignity - because age appropriate

• motivates participation - because fun simplified games

• stimulates memories & emotions - cause Rockwell's artwork

• improve memory - because of repetition

• increase concentration - because focusing to complete

• stimulates conversation & reminiscing - cause Rockwell & SEP

• encourages problem solving skills - because simplified puzzles

• builds self esteem & confidence - cause Completion & Success

(Plus... socializing, laughter and smiles are Huge Benefits)

Before I begin interacting with residents,
I naturally, wonder how each will react.

"You're wondering how your mother or father
would react, aren't you?"

During session, I am aware how this experience is affecting them.

After, I am thrilled being the messenger of these gifts that caused joy.

Realize when you interact with your loved one, it allows you to
carefully study their movements and facial expressions.

Be there for them and go into their timeframe and pace.

Your loved one may need your guidance and patience.

To order now,
go directly to catalog (shopping cart) click:

P.S. When sending gifts be assured these Memory Puzzles
and Match Games are welcomed and needed.
(I will make it happen, in your name.)

More Fun Brain Games - Match Games
Brain Exercise & Memory Games
to increase memory with Norman Rockwell artwork.
Simplified Brain Games for Elderly, Alzheimer's & Dementia.

No faces to try to remember,
No failure, just "a fun moment in time"

A FAVORITE

MatchMate the first card game I created,
similar to go fish but played (myWay) for patients to succed.

Large oversize playing cards - 3.5x5 inches
8 Norman Rockwell images (2 of each) with great detail;
Instruction card included for easy way to play,
succeed and build self esteem for your loved one. 9.95

A FAVORITE

Seeing tremendous interest in MatchMate,
I used the same Rockwell images for What’s Mis ing?”.

A little more difficult, one
must find the missing item from the image or
the other way around, be creative... several ways.

5 Norman Rockwell image-sets; each image-set has 3 cards,
object of the game is to find What's Mis ing.

Large oversize playing cards - 3.5x5 inches
Instruction card included for easy way to play
succeed and build self esteem. 9.95

A FAVORITE

“gossips” an amusing Memory Game -

Stumbling across this hilarious cover reminded
me of several people in my life... the dated images,
great expressions, hairdos and hat.
See anyone familiar?

gossips can be played as a Match Game or solitaire;
also, I have been told... some play the game
as a show and tell, giving each a card; making stories up
about what the person is saying or feeling.
(Interesting fun time)

Norman Rockwell - The Saturday Evening Post.
Cover Date: March 6, 1948

Unleash these amusing real life illustrations to encourage
memory recollection and concentration.

Large oversize playing cards - 3.5x5 inches
15 Norman Rockwell image-sets; each image-set has 2 cards,
total of 30 large playing cards, plus instruction card.

Games for seniors, Alzheimer's Activities & Dementia Activities.
Anyone can play "gossips" card game -
by adding or taking away sets.

(value 14.95) Sale 12.95

Memory Exercise Cards - Norman Rockwell themes great brain games.

A FAVORITE

Caregiver Memory Kit consists of:
3 Memory Games
√ gossips - Match Game
√ MatchMate - Match Game
√ What's Mis ing? - Match Game

2 Memory Puzzles (cardboard)
1-6-piece & 1-12-piece
(NEW Favorites)
√ Croquet - Memory Puzzle
√ Little Spooners - Memory Puzzle
PLUS: 1 Memories of Yesterday - Keepsake Workbook

(reg. price (total) for these items: 79.80)
caregivers kit price: 64.95 + S & H

"By now, are you wondering how your
mother or father would react to these
match games and puzzles?"

Amateur Video - End of Group Program
PLAYDAY
Memory Jogging Puzzles and "gossips" Match Gam

How I work with these
Memory Jogging Puzzles &
Match Games...

Several have asked how I work with residents using
Memory Jogging Puzzles and Match Games.

Interesting question...

I wondered (still do), how you keep your
dementia patients from getting distracted, and on point?

(First, I want to clarify, I visit centers (residents) to work with
and test my products, I don’t personally have dementia patients).

I will share with you the way I work with these
Memory Puzzles and Match Games.

This does not mean it is the ONLY way or the RIGHT way,
it is my way and it works for me.
You will find your way through trial and error.

I am not a therapist or nurse.
I am creative, patient, sensitive to others needs,
and I read body language very well.

I enjoy working with the residents and it is
a wonderful feeling, when I sense they are enjoying it also.

My reply for the question - how do you keep your
dementia patients from getting distracted, and
keep them on point?

... For me, I get the best results one on one;
that way I am in control of the deck, giving them
the options I want to. And this depends upon
the level of patient you are working with.

I test the level by...

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It would be wonderful to visit with your loved one, knowing what you are going to do and talk about, don't you agree?

These puzzles and match games with Norman Rockwell -
The Saturday Evening Post covers help you achieve that.

Rockwell 's fun loving, age appropriate artwork easily
breaks down walls, stimulates conversations giving you a more enjoyable visit.

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Caregiver Tips working with
Alzheimer's & Dementia patients with Memory Jogging Puzzles and
Match Games.

• Watch their
facial expressions

• Observe their
body language

• Hear those grunts

• React to their actions, expressions and inspire
them to do more.

• Be patient,
your loved one may
want to touch and study images, rather than doing the puzzle or
play cards, that's okay.

• Observe them,
it is very interesting

• If they lose focus,
gently bring their attention
back to activity.

• Don’t become
frustrated and hurry them,
when they are slow in
their movements and decisions, be patient.

• Do not take it personally
if they are not interested
in working with you
or the activities.

• Try next time and
remember, they may not remember the first
time they tried.

• Realize this is not a test,
there is no failure and you want your time together to be an enjoyable experience
for both of you.

Relax and go with the flow.

• When working with residents,
I look at the images on puzzles and memory cards for information and ways to engage the person in conversation

Try not to ask questions with yes and no answers.

Realize these puzzles
and match games with warm, loving illustrations
by famous
Norman Rockwell -
The Saturday Evening Post Covers cannot be found
elsewhere and his
artwork achieves.

• jogging fond
memories of yesterday

• stimulates conversation

• renews socializing

• motivates participation

• builds confidence

• brings back smiles

Sounds great, doesn't it.

A Little Trivia
about Norman Rockwell's paintings

√ Norman Rockwell paintings were published
in the Saturday Evening Post from 1916-1970’s.
(he illustrated over 300 covers)

√ Everyone loved his work, many waited anxiously
for the new covers. Some would tear the covers off the magazine and tape them on their walls.

√ There is something or someone in these pictures
that will stimulate memories, patients identify with his art.
(he was from their era)

√ His illustrations "touched emotions, reminded
people of when they were young, home and
the good life they were living."

Norman Rockwell had Alzheimer's when he died
at age 84, November 8, 1978.

"Hero of yesterday
...motivating minds
and memories,
healing hearts today".

The Saturday Evening Post
was founded in 1728
is still in print today, and America's oldest Magazine.

Do you see the value of Memory Jogging Puzzles & Match Games?

Caregivers, plan a
Norman Rockwell Day...
there will be fun conversations, helping each other and plenty
of laughter.

Memory Jogging Puzzles
6 & 12 Piece Jigsaw Puzzles examples of size for
Alzheimer's & Dementia.

• Large Pieces
Below is a wood puzzle piece from"Little Spooners" 6 piece puzzle (average piece size: 2x3" - 3x4")

Click on piece to view puzzle

Below is a wood puzzle piece from the "Little Spooners"
12 piece puzzle.
(Average piece size 2x2 inches)

Click on piece to view puzz

More Benefits
•Motivator...
Norman Rockwell
(exclusive artwork)

• Great hand eye coordination and Brain Exercise.

• Confidence is built upon completion of task,
no matter the size.

• Age Appropriate
(adult - #1 Need)
(helps keep their dignity)

• Storytelling Themes
(stimulates conversation)

• Lap size keeps puzzles
& pieces in patients view and
within their reach.
(also, many have poor vision, when items aren't within reach they may appear blurred.)

P. S. During research,
I noticed how difficult
it was for some to reach the pieces, while doing
puzzles with many pieces.
They became Frustrated!

Don't you agree, it is better
for your loved one to
conquer a small puzzle
with feelings of SUCCESS,
a smile on their face,
rather than frustration and tears because the puzzle has many pieces & too difficult.

Trust me, when I say
"you will see their faces
transform into smiles,
hear laughter and see hands reaching to participate
when working with Memory Jogging Puzzles and
Match Games".

These Memory Learning activities and brain exercises
that are fun for your loved one to do and a way for you to interact with your loved one.

Areyou are hoping
to see a smile again,
a way to communicate
with your loved ones

These Puzzles & Games
are your answer.
You have found what you
have been searching for .

This is what I have noticed
Anyone walking into the room
will see the happiness, hear conversations and laughter.

Many remember
Norman Rockwell -
The Saturday Evening Post

√ Memory Jogging Puzzles, Match Games, Memory Games
jog their memory

√ Replace solitude with socializing

√ Change No with...
reaching hands and smiles

√ Appear focused and
master task and more...

ALL handled the wood pieces,
puzzles and cards easily,
most needed to be
shown what to do.

In groups, they helped
each other and laughed.

All activities have been a hit.

Many times I have heard
"I wish I could have found these puzzles and games sooner."

• Used routinely these Fun
Brain Games, Brain exercise to increase memory are
beneficial in slowing the process of memory loss.

Games for Memory!

Compare puzzles and
other memory activities,
see for yourself... how
Memory Jogging Puzzles
and Memory Match Games
have ALL the qualities and
needs combined.

MOST responsive because Memory Jogging Puzzles and Match Games get participation and responses from Alzheimer's, Dementia and elderly.

One special ingredient
separates us from the rest...

America's
Favorite Artist
Norman Rockwell - The Saturday Evening Post
His storytelling themes are
age appropriate, family oriented and many relate.

Match Games

FAVORITES

• MatchMate
• gossips
• What's Mis ing?
Unlimited Benefits:
• captures attention - because of
Rockwell's artwork

• helps keep their dignity - because age appropriate

• motivates participation - cause, fun, simplified games designed to your loved ones needs

• stimulates memories & emotions - cause, Rockwell's artwork

• improve memory -
because match games

• increase concentration - cause, focus to complete

• stimulate conversation
& reminiscing - cause, Rockwell's artwork

• encourages problem solving skills - because simplified games

• builds self esteem & confidence - because
Completion & Success

• builds memories

• brings back smiles
and laughter

Notice the twinkle
in their eyes!

No faces to try to remember.
No failure, just "a fun moment in time".

A wonderful way to
connect, interact and
reminisce with your loved ones. You will be amazed
how easy conversation is.

These Match Games are Fun Brain Games developed to capture attention, stimulate conversation and
increase memory

Recalling testing at a Day Care Center, there was a gentleman who aced all of the puzzles... easily.

As I pulled out the cards,
I asked him to help me, and he matched all of the images
without any problem.

He said "this is easy".

(ok, we'll go to the next level)

Then I laid them face down, in minutes, not able to find matches, he gathered the cards and said,
“I don’t want to play anymore”

(in other words ...it isn’t fun if you don't succeed)

Brain Game &
Match Games Tips
• Make the game challenging, but you want your loved one to succeed.
Designed for Many Levels

And, for many that is
starting with 3 cards.

I add more cards making it more challenging
as they find the matches (succeed... but when frustration shows, ezz back)

Object of the game...
to succeed!

P.S. Your loved one may
be very slow in selecting
the card they think matches.

Do not hurry them,
it has been awhile...
they don't want to make
a mistake.

I feel Memory Jogging Puzzles and Match Games
are enjoyed because:

√ puzzles can be
completed easily,
in short amount of time

√ puzzles & cards
are easy to handle

√ themes are storytelling (easy to talk about)

√ pictures tug at
their emotions

√ patients relate
to someone or
something in picture

√ completion will give
give your loved one
a good feeling

√ feeling of success

√ Norman Rockwell - The Saturday Evening Post
are from their era. Many remember him.

I cannot guarantee your loved one will be familiar with Rockwell's work but most relate to his pictures and everyone smiles

Memory Games

Activities for elderly, simplified for alzheimers and dementia.

Norman Rockwell
Artwork
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Memories of Yesterday
Keepsake Workbook

This trip down memory lane
is enjoyed by everyone.
Activities, trivia and Rockwell images. Great for Alzheimer's, Dementia and Seniors.

Brings back socializing, laughter and smiles.

Large type and images;
Great size - 6x8 inches

(included in caregives kit)
value 14.95
Sale Price 12.95 ea.

OR Cheaper by Dozen

SingALong
Songs of Yesterday

A collection of favorite
"songs of yesterday"
(plus, photos associated w/songs).

• Great reminiscing tool

• Large type for easy reading
• 15 songs and photos
such as;
• You Are My Sunshine
• Let Me Call You Sweetheart
• I Can Do Anything...
• Take Me Out To The Ball Game
and more…

(20 pgs w/covers - 6x8 color)

value 14.95
Sale Price 9.95 ea.

6 SingALong books $50

Don't you agree it
is better to see...
• Smiles...
(rather than tears)

• Participation...
(instead of "no")

• A Good Feeling...
(in place of frustration)

Norman Rockwell easily
...breaks down
walls of silence...

P. S. Before you order,
if sending gifts to loved one,
be assured these Memory Puzzles & Match Games are welcomed and needed.
(I will make it happen,
in your name.)

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