Dementia crafts

These touchy-feely sensory pouches (also known as squish bags and sensory pads) are a wonderful way to explore the senses. Filled with interesting textures, sensory pouches are stimulating to look at and touch. They are also so easy to make! Making sensory pouches is a quick and inexpensive way to make an engaging and relaxing sensory activity for people living with dementia.

Caregiver created list of dozens of dementia activity ideas.

Caregiver created list of dozens of dementia activity ideas.

These easy to make fridge magnets make a great senior craft! Early to mid-stage dementia-friendly. Perfect for individuals and groups.

Rain sticks are well loved by babies and older children. They are also particularly good for people living with dementia. They remind people of the sound of gently falling rain, which is harmonious and relaxing.

Capture sun with this easy craft. Learn about this suncatcher and other activities for dementia patients, courtesy of Crossroads.

Thousands of cannula sleeves have been made by a knitting group since it was set up by a Chester singer.

This is the list you should be checking out if you want simple and enjoyable craft projects that will enliven your free time!

Discover the therapeutic power of crocheting and knitting twiddlemuffs. Explore how these sensory aids provide comfort and relief for individuals with sensory disorders in our Craft for a Cause post.

These touchy-feely sensory pouches (also known as squish bags and sensory pads) are a wonderful way to explore the senses. Filled with interesting textures, sensory pouches are stimulating to look at and touch. They are also so easy to make! Making sensory pouches is a quick and inexpensive way to make an engaging and relaxing sensory activity for people living with dementia.