Memory Kits

Designed for patrons with Alzheimer’s, dementia, memory loss, cognitive impairment and their caregivers.

According to the most recent U.S. Census, an estimated 18.2% of Hudson’s population is comprised of persons over the age of 65. By comparison, the national average sits at approximately 17.3%. As determined by the Alzheimer’s Association, it is estimated that 6.7 million Americans who are ages 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia, which accounts to 1 in 9 individuals. Furthermore, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that Ohio will see a 13.6% increase in Americans over age 65 with Alzheimer’s dementia by 2025.

With these statistics in mind and support from the Hudson Community Foundation, the Hudson Library & Historical Society has developed a collection of materials focused on memory care. The library’s memory care collection consists of memory kits, picture books for seniors, as well as resources and guides for caregivers.

What are memory kits?

The library’s memory care kits are designed for people with Alzheimer’s, dementia, memory loss, or cognitive impairment. Each themed kit is designed to stimulate the mind and encourage positive, engaging interactions between an individual and their care partners. While encouraging brain activity, these kits promote a higher level of cognitive and emotional well-being.

All of the kits contain items to promote reminiscing such as books, puzzles, games, videos, and music. DVD and CD players can also be borrowed if needed to fully appreciate all items in the kits.

Available memory kit themes include:

Memories: The Arts

The Picture Book of Famous Paintings
Van Gogh’s Vibrance: A Picture Book for the Mind and Soul
63 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: Monet’s Garden
The Greatest Classical Masterpieces CD
That’s Entertainment DVD

Memories: The Night Sky

Star Finder!: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Night Sky
High Power Binoculars with Carrying Case and Strap
48 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: Nature Watch Night Sky Puzzle

Memories: Backyard Birds

A Picture Book of Birds
High Power Binoculars with Carrying Case and Strap
Calming Songbirds: Nature Sounds Recording of Bird Calls CD

Four Hudson Library memory kits lined up in a row on top of a shelf.

Memories: Travel

The 40 Most Beautiful Landmarks in the World
The 40 Most Beautiful Landmarks in America
Naxos Scenic Musical Journeys DVD: Paris, Chantilly, Versailles, and Chartres
Naxos Scenic Musical Journeys DVD: London and Oxford
Tim Janis – Beautiful America DVD

Memories: The 1960’s

Memory Lane: 1960’s
63 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: Dancing Shoes
MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: The 1960’s
Pure 60’s: The #1 Hits Audio CD

Memories: The 1970’s

Memory Lane: 1970’s
63 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: The Fair’s In Town
MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: The 1970’s
70’s Greatest Hits CD

Memories: Cats

The Book of Beautiful Cats & Kittens
35 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: Cat’s Whiskers
MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: Cats
Keeping Busy Wooden Tile Brain Game

Memories: Dogs

The Book of Delightful Dogs
36 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: Dog Days
MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: Dogs
Keeping Busy Reusable Word Search Sheets with Markers

Memories: Cars

The Book of Vintage Cars
Rush Hour Traffic Jam Brain Game
MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: Summer
Car Songs Party CD

Memories: Sewing

Picture Book of Sewing
Lacing Toy: Wooden Threading Toys
MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: Homemaker Collection
Quilt Builder Card Deck Game

Memories: Cleveland

Cleveland Then and Now
Cleveland TV Tales: Stories from the Golden Age of Local Television DVD
70 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: Cleveland Vintage Street Scene
Rock ‘N Roll Hall of Fame Audio CD

Additional Resources

The library’s memory care collection also includes a collection of picture books for seniors and caregiver guides. Holds can be placed on any of the materials listed below.

Please visit the second-floor reference desk or call (330)-653-6658 x1010 with any questions you may have about the kits or memory care collection.

This project was supported by a grant from the Hudson Community Foundation.

Alzheimer’s.gov

Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association serves people with memory loss, caregivers, health care professionals, public, diverse populations, and concerned friends and family, and provides referrals to local community programs and services, dementia-related education, crisis assistance, and emotional support.

24/7 Helpline: 1-(800)-272-3900

Alzheimer’s Association, Greater East Ohio Area

Including dementia and caregiver groups.

70 W. Streetsboro St., Suite 201, Hudson, OH 44236

Phone: (330)-650-0552

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

322 Eighth Ave., New York, NY 10001

Toll-Free Helpline: (866)-232-8484

The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration

290 King of Prussia Rd., Radnor Station Building 2, Suite 320, Radnor, PA 19087

Phone: (267)-514-7221

Toll-free Helpline: (866)-507-7222