Puzzles for the Elderly

According to Dementia Australia, there are currently 425,416 Australians currently living with dementia.

Dementia is not a normal part of ageing.  It is a chronic, progressive and terminal disease.

Keeping the brain active with puzzles can help delay the symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Studies show that keeping the mind active through puzzles and other problem-solving activities can reduce the amount of brain cell damage that occurs in Alzheimer's patients.  It also supports the growth of new nerve cells and strengthens the connections between them.

Along with a formal program of lifestyle activities it is said that completing puzzles provides a sense of pride and accomplishment and can increase feelings of well-being and a better quality of life, including communication and interaction with those around them.

Doing a Jigsaw can have a meditative and therapeutic effect on the brain, helping to calm someone with dementia and help them to feel content.

Memory Jogging puzzles can help to rebuild cognitive skills and stimulate memories in seniors with dementia  and Alzheimer's and also stroke victims.

We have created a range of dementia puzzles specifically designed to assist in recreating memories by providing "familiar" images.   Each puzzle is printed on 2mm thick PVC which allows  puzzles to be wiped clean when necessary without destroying the images.  The reverse of each puzzle is a different colour so sorting stray pieces is easy.

 Puzzle Description

A3 (420 x 297mm) in size and  cut into 12 (very large), 40 (medium) and 96 pieces .  The cut is your choice and relates to the ability of the user.  

Another one of the benefits of puzzles is that they increase our brains’ production of dopamine.

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that regulates mood and feelings of optimism.

 It also affects memory, concentration, and motivation.