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Library of Things: Senior Activity Kits

Borrow items for work, fun, accessibility, and learning. Vernon Area Public Library cardholders can check out items for 3 weeks at a time.

Description

Senior Activity Kits are designed to support adults living with memory loss, dementia, or Alzheimer’s.

Each kit is carefully curated around a single theme (for example, “Baseball,” “Cats,” “Fall,” or “Music”) and contains a mix of materials that caregivers, friends, or family can use to promote positive interaction. 

Items may include a mix of sensory items such as simple games, puzzles, or tactile objects to ease restlessness and stimulate senses; conversation starters like photo cards or activities meant to spark dialogue, and media including books, movies, and music.

The kits help steer interactions toward enjoyment and engagement, allowing the individual to feel valued and connected.