Book Description

For family members and loved ones with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, Parkinson's or recovering from a stroke, finding activities that still work well for them can sometimes be a challenge. While reading may have once been a favorite pastime, it may be more difficult for someone with Alzheimer's. That's why picture books are a great option. With vivid imagery and a limited word count or no words, a person with memory loss may find these styles of books more user-friendly and engaging Beautiful Illinois Landscapes picture book is a great activity for the elderly, someone with moderate to severe cognitive impairment, a short attention span, or limited communication skills. It has spectacular full-page, full-color, stimulating colorful travel photos Seniors can look at as many or as few pictures as they want, in any order. The big, bright pictures could spark happy memories or help them connect with the world through these familiar objects. These books have gotten many positive reviews from memory care professionals, doctors, and family caregivers. Fun for family, visitors, and care staff to enjoy with the elderly Beautiful Illinois Landscapes can be used anywhere and by anyone. Families, hired caregivers, and staff at assisted living facilities can share this book with the older adults they care for. It is especially good for visitors who don't know how to relate to someone with dementia. It's a relaxing activity they can enjoy together. FEATURES Bond together Connect with a loved one by setting a positive mood A fun, relaxing, calm and Quiet activity, especially for afternoon and evening hours Comforting The colorful pictures of nature are therapeutic thereby reducing anxiety There is No mention on or inside this book of dementia, memory loss, or anything that could cause stress or embarrassment NoText Included only in this book are beautiful travel scenic pictures Easy to hold This book is Lightweight, with soft cover in 6x9 inches and 40 pages, easy to tuck into a bag. High Quality The quality of this book's cover and its interior design are beautiful with high colored images How to get the most out of this picture book Be patient - linger on the pages Look for facial responses: eyes widened, smiles, thoughtfulness Listen for responses: laughter, any sound, a comment If they linger or smile at particular image, use that as a cue to ask a simple question like: What do you see? What thoughts does this picture give you? What feelings does this picture give you? Tell me a story about the picture For More fun Activities for Seniors that make wonderful gifts, Click on author name "Fruma zelig" underneath the book title for our full catalogue.