Sometimes a familiar game, a favourite picture, or a simple conversation can turn an ordinary afternoon into something special. For people living with dementia or memory loss, finding activities that are enjoyable, engaging, and suited to their abilities can make spending time together more rewarding. And for family members, friends, and caregivers, having a variety of activities to choose from can make all the difference.
Our new Memory Care Kits bring together books, puzzles, games, and hands-on activities designed to encourage conversation, participation, and connection. Whether you’re spending time together at home, visiting someone in a care facility, or looking for activities to enjoy independently, these kits offer something to explore.
Three Kits, Plenty of Ways to Connect
Everyone’s experience with memory loss is different, and activities that work well for one person may not be the right fit for another. That’s why the ORL offers three Memory Care Kits, each with activities selected for different levels of engagement.
Early Stage Memory Care Kit
Looking for something that encourages conversation, thinking, and problem-solving? The Early Stage Kit includes conversation prompts, word searches, a marble maze, a 100-piece puzzle, and picture books. It also features TOOLBOX365, a collection of short activities designed to encourage thinking, memory, and connection. Explore the activities independently or enjoy them together.
View Memory Care Kit – Early Stage
Middle Stage Memory Care Kit
Sometimes, the best activities are familiar favourites. The Middle Stage Kit offers a variety of games and hands-on activities, including word searches, a marble maze, a 35-piece puzzle, Snakes & Ladders, Ludo, and picture books. TOOLBOX365 activities provide even more opportunities to participate, explore, and spend time together. Activities can be adapted to individual interests, abilities, and preferences.
View Memory Care Kit – Middle Stage
Late Stage Memory Care Kit
Simple, hands-on activities can offer opportunities for exploration and interaction without requiring complicated instructions. The Late Stage Kit focuses on sensory and visual engagement, with fidget widgets, a magnetic picture board, a 13-piece puzzle, picture books, and TOOLBOX365 activities. These resources can be enjoyed individually or together, at a pace that feels comfortable.
View Memory Care Kit – Late Stage
Borrow a Kit and Explore Together
Like other items in the ORL’s Library of Things collection, Memory Care Kits are available to borrow with your library card.
- Loan period: Up to 28 days.
- Renewals: One renewal is available if no one else is waiting.
- Returns: Bring your kit directly to a staff member at an ORL location. Please don’t place it in a book drop.
Whether you’re exploring a kit for the first time or looking for fresh activities to share, the Memory Care Kits offer a convenient way to try different options without having to purchase them.
Looking for More Memory Care Resources?
The ORL also offers books and information to help people living with dementia or memory loss, along with their families, friends, and caregivers.
Start with our Memory Care Kits Reading List, a librarian-curated selection of books about dementia, caregiving, memory care, and supporting people living with memory loss.
For additional information and support, explore the Alzheimer Society of BC and Yukon, which offers education, practical resources, and services for people affected by dementia.
And don’t forget to explore the rest of the Library of Things, where you’ll find equipment, technology, learning tools, and other useful items available to borrow.
Need More Help?
Call us at 1-844-649-8127 or email help@orl.bc.ca. Please include as many details as you can about your question, account, or device. This helps us support you more quickly and accurately.
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