We are committed to supporting individuals living with memory loss and their caregivers.
We provide resources, programs, and welcoming spaces for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other forms of memory loss, as well as for their families, friends, and caregivers.
Memory Care Kits
The Hudson 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.
Each themed kit contains items to promote reminiscing such as books, puzzles, games, videos, and music.
These kits are supported by a grant from the Hudson Community Foundation.
Available memory kit themes:
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
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
Backyard Birds
- A Picture Book of Birds
- High Power Binoculars with Carrying Case and Strap
- Calming Songbirds: Nature Sounds Recording of Bird Calls CD
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
The 1960s
- 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
The 1970s
- Memory Lane: 1970's
- 35 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle: The Fair’s in Town
- MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: The 1970's
- 70's Greatest Hits CD
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
Cars
- The Book of Vintage Cars
- Rush Hour Traffic Jam Brain Game
- MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: Summer
- Car Songs Party CD
Sewing
- Picture Book of Sewing
- Lacing Toy: Wooden Threading Toys
- MEternally Reminiscence Therapy DVD: Homemaker Collection
- Quilt Builder Card Deck Game
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
- A collection of picture books for seniors and caregiver guides are also available at the library.
- DVD and CD players can be borrowed if needed to fully appreciate all items in the kits.
View kit availability →
Memory Café
Our Memory Café is a monthly gathering of people living with dementia (PLWD) and their caregivers to explore art, music, and other creative activities while fostering social connection.
View our programs to find upcoming memory cafés.
The Memory Café is generously supported through a grant from the Hudson Community Foundation.
