Spring (A Season of Memories): A Gift Book / Activity Book / Picture Book for Alzheimers Patients and Seniors with Dementia (Ill,Used

Do you sometimes find it difficult to engage your loved one with dementia? To help them stay calm in the midst of an emotional reaction? To find activities you can share with them that encourage peaceful interaction?This book can help.Spring (A Season of Memories) is the first in a series of four books highlighting childhood memories from each of the four seasons. Paging through this book is an activity that will capture your loved ones attention, engage their mind, and encourage them to relax.People with dementia often have difficulty with shortterm memory, but many of their longterm memories are intact. As your loved one is reminded of the activities of childhood, they may be inspired to talk about their own childhood or the joy they experienced raising their own children.The childhood memories included in this book are simple ones that will be familiar to all seniors, such as flying a kite, learning to ride a bicycle, turning a cartwheel, and climbing a tree. Each memory is a short, uplifting story of a few sentences in largeprint text illustrated by a fullpage, fullcolor photo.At Sunny Street Books, we design books specifically for seniors with dementia. Families, caregivers, and memory care staff can share our books with the people they care for. They also provide an excellent activity for seniors with Parkinsons disease or recovering from a stroke. Seniors with eyesight or strength challenges who find it difficult to hold a heavy book or read long paragraphs of text will also enjoy our books.FEATURES Beautiful ContentSpring (A Season of Memories) is filled with stories of childhood memories illustrated with fullpage, fullcolor photos. Minimal TextEach story is only a few sentences long and is told in simple language. The Perfect GiftIf you struggle to find gifts for your loved one, this book is the perfect solution. Shareable ActivityOur books are an excellent activity for seniors with dementia. Even if theyre no longer able to read, theyll enjoy having this book read to them as they follow the illustrations. Its also a wonderful activity for a young relative to share with a dementia patient. Manageable SizeThis is a 40page, 6 x 9 softcover book thats comfortable to hold and easy to tuck into a bag. High QualityThe quality of this books cover and its meticulous interior design are indistinguishable from books created for other readers. Just because a book is simple and uncomplicated doesnt mean it has to be unattractive, unprofessional, or childish. Discreet PackagingAt no time is anything mentioned about Alzheimers disease, dementia, or any other challenges the reader might be facing. This book can be given to your loved one without fear that they might feel embarrassed or offended.NOTES FOR CAREGIVERS Sit beside your loved one in a quiet place that is free of distractions. Allow them to hold the book if possible, and also turn the pages, which will enable them to become more engaged in the book. Put a pillow in their lap to support the book as you thumb through it together. Leave this book in an accessible place to allow your loved one to pick it up on their own when youre not there.Click on Sunny Street Books at the top of this page beneath the title of the book to see links to all the books we publish.