Memory aids

Here you will find products available that have been found to be helpfull as memory aids for people with dementia.

Many Happy Returns - Flash cards

The activity everyone can do from memory

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Many Happy Returns 1940s is a set of large picture cards of familiar images from the period to share and enjoy with anyone who can remember the decade, complete with the stories behind them and useful conversational prompts.

For more details and to purchase this product, please go to -

www.manyhappyreturns.org

Memory Boxes

Memory boxes are another great way for people suffering with dementia to bring back memories from the past.  These boxes contain items from a bygone era that the individuals can hold and recall using.

Watch this clip from the BBC and then ask yourself - how can I help?

Dementia Life

Communication support and interactive games for people with dementia, based on 10 years of research - helping you to provide person-centred care at a finger's touch.  The web site.

Computer interactive reminiscence and conversation aid - circa

A colabrative project between the universities of Dundee and St. Andrews.  See also this BBC news item.

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Dementia Adventure

Looking for a break / holiday for someone you care for or yourself - then take a look at this web site.

John Suchet becomes Honorary President of REPoD

John Suchet, one of the UK's best known broadcasters and journalists, has given his backing to a nationwide Rotary campaign aimed at providing support for families living with dementia.

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Since his wife Bonnie was diagnosed with dementia in February 2006, John has become a passionate campaigner dedicated to raising awareness of dementia and providing support for carers.

John said; "I fully support Rotary's nationwide campaign to provide help for families caring for people with dementia.  I know at first hand how difficult it is, and how much help and support is needed.  I applaud Rotarians for their commitment, and am honoured to become Honorary President of REPoD".

Rotary Club Press Release in PDF format.

RIBI Conference 2011 - Speech

This is a PDF transcript of the speech given by Geri Parlby about dementia and REPoD's activities at the RIBI Conference in Dublin.

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