Program Idea 1: The Library of Memory Issues Tools for Caregivers

Title: The Library of Memory Issues Tools for Caregivers

Description:
It’s a circulating Library of Things containing Memory Tools, Games, toys, books and videos for Caregivers, and the cared-for.

Potential Audiences:

1. Individuals with Memory Issues including Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Aphasia.
2. Caregivers
3. Family Members
4. Healthcare Professionals including doctors, nurses, social workers, and therapists.
5. Community Organizations and Volunteers
6. General Public
   Goal:
   Create a library of things for in-house use and short-term public lending that support adults with memory issues and their caregivers.
   Length:
   1 to 2-week loans.
   Agenda:
   Create visible glass display cases or shelves that self-market these tools with guides for the borrower.
   Space, Logistics, Equipment, Materials and Supplies:

• A Collection and display cases/shelves.
• Follow cataloguing, normal barcoding or RFID procedures.
• Create a webpage explaining and promoting the collection.
  5
  Potential community partners and outreach:
• Alzheimer’s Association
• Dementia-friendly Communities
• Memory Care Facilities and Senior Centers
• Healthcare Providers and Social Service Agencies
• Aging and Gerontology Organizations
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Community Support Groups
• Local Universities, Colleges, and Research Institutions
  When approaching these organizations, it is helpful to have a clear vision of the library’s goals and resources. Be open to discussing potential partnerships, sharing ideas, and identifying areas where collaboration can benefit both parties. Building strong relationships with these organizations can enhance the library’s capacity to serve individuals with dementia and their families effectively.
  Marketing:

1. Pick and test a great and non-stigmatized program title.
2. Work with your partners to communicate with potential participants and caregivers.
3. Search and engage with local networks, seniors club and residences, and social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, etc.)
4. Consider outreach and off-site programs.
   
5. Evaluation:

• Ask participants and caregivers for feedback for impact and improvement.
• Evaluate your program as a series and as an event.
• Collect feedback and testimonials.
• Engage partners and outreach sites in evaluation.
  Tips: Look to the following websites for inspiration:
• Pinterest
• Association websites
• Other libraries
• MindCare: https://www.mindcarestore.com/
  MindCare Products to Consider
  
  Date Clock
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/Alzheimers-day-date-flip-clock-p/mc-0048.htm
  Simple Music Player
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/music-player-p/mc-2115.htm
  Head Phones
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/simple-headphones-elderly-p/mc-2118.htm
  Art ball
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/creative-activity-art-ball-p/mc-0206.htm
  Busy Board
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/Busy-Work-Activity-Board-Alzheimers-p/mc-0207.htm
  Busy Cube
  https://www.alzstore.com/dementia-sensory-tactile-busy-fidget-cube-p/0221.htm
  Fidget Toy
  Widget toys
  https://www.alzstore.com/relish-adult-fidget-widget-toy-p/0217.htm
  Fiddle Muff
  https://www.alzstore.com/fur-fiddle-hand-muffs-alzheimers-activity-p/0216.htm
  Maze
  https://www.alzstore.com/marble-mazes-activity-for-dementia-p/0219.htm
  Activity Apron
  https://www.alzstore.com/fidget-busy-apron-p/0138.htm
  Total Brain Health
  https://www.alzstore.com/toolbox365-brain-health-training-activity-p/0082.htm
  Tool box
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/activity-handyman-box-dementia-p/mc-0088.htm
  Memory Cards
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/conversation-photo-picture-cards-p/mc-0097.htm
  Shake loose ALL
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/shake-loose-a-memory-game-p/mc-0339-0004.htm
  Alzheimer Proofing you Home
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/complete-guide-to-alzheimers-proofing-your-home-p/mc-2149.htm
  Bible Verses
  https://www.alzstore.com/verses-from-the-bible-p/2153.htm
  Everyday Fashion
  https://www.alzstore.com/everyday-fashions-p/2206.htm
  36 hour Day.
  https://www.alzstore.com/36-Hour-Day-Book-for-Alzheimer-s-Care-p/2229.htm
  Reusable Paint
  https://www.alzstore.com/paint-with-water-coloring-sheets-p/2087.htm
  Call to Mind
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/conversation-game-for-alzheimers-p/mc-h012.htm
  Bird Puzzle
  https://www.alzstore.com/bird-puzzles-w-tray-for-dementia-p/0230.htm
  Puzzle set of 4
  https://www.alzstore.com/farmland-puzzles-w-tray-for-dementia-p/0330.htm
  Memory Cards
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/conversation-photo-picture-cards-p/mc-0097.htm
  Aerobics for the mind
  https://www.alzstore.com/exercise-memory-cards-p/0076.htm
  Weighted body pad
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/weighted-lap-body-pad-sensory-anxiety-therapy-p/mc-m008.htm
  
  Sensor Wrap
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/weighted-wrap-sensory-anxiety-therapy-p/mc-m010.htm
  Puppies
  https://www.alzstore.com/ambient-puppies-dvd-p/2096.htm
  art
  https://www.alzstore.com/ambient-art-dvd-p/2098.htm
  water
  https://www.alzstore.com/ambient-water-dvd-p/2099.htm
  Bathing w/o battle
  https://www.alzstore.com/bathing-without-a-battle-dvd-p/2059.htm
  Teepa (u pick 4)
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/teepa-snow-dvds-p/mc-0704.htm
  Condition Cards
  https://www.alzstore.com/i-have-a-condition-card-p/0342.htm
  Lacing Card
  https://www.alzstore.com/lacing-activity-for-elderly-with-Alzheimers-p/0213.htm
  Magic Coloring book
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/magic-painting-book-p/mc-2080.htm
  Christmas Coloring
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/Alzheimer-s-Christmas-magic-painting-book-p/mc-2082.htm
  Snow Queen Coloring
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/Alzheimer-s-Snow-Queen-magic-painting-book-p/mc-2084.htm
  Wood Puzzles (4)
  https://www.alzstore.com/wooden-puzzles-w-tray-for-dementia-p/2086.htm
  Baby Doll Therapy
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/dementia-baby-doll-therapy-p/mc-0501.htm
  Life Station w/accessories
  https://www.alzstore.com/artist-life-station-p/1100.htm
  Ungame for Seniors
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/ungame-for-seniors-p/mc-h010.htm
  Match it Game (4)
  https://www.alzstore.com/match-it-game-vintage-edition-p/3500.htm
  All About Us game
  https://www.alzstore.com/memory-activity-game-for-dementia-p/h014.htm
  Dog Cat
  https://www.mindcarestore.com/Joy-For-All-Pets-Companion-Alzheimer-doll-therapy-p/mc-0604.htm