Dementia care: Gifts for people with dementia

There are many simple gifts or things you can do to comfort a person with dementia in an aged care home.

•  Organise a magazine subscription for the year or send a person your second hand books
   
•  Simple jigsaw puzzle
   
•  A soothing relaxation CD or favourite music
   
•  A picture book with family photos, old letters, memorabilia

•  Make a poster or collage using family portraits for the wall
   
•  Make a CD or video of family dinners and celebrations
   
•  Record the voices of family and friends onto a CD, many people find this comforting
   
•  A pot plant
   
•  Aromatherapy soaps (in a pump bottle), moisturiser and perfume
   
•  Aromatherapy room spray for relaxation and hiding odours
   
•  Buy a replica or substitute handbag with a favourite wallet, keys and mementoes
   
•  Warm knee rug
   
•  Wide brimmed sun hat
   
•  A pair of slippers (make sure they are fitted)
   
•  Box of old letters, pens, gadgets, writing pad, crosswords, old books
   
•  Bag of material of different textures, wool
   
•  Boxes for stacking and easy storage
   
•  Bathroom bag and grooming products
   
•  A comfortable cushion or sheepskin underlay for a wheelchair or favourite chair