Not sure what to buy for somebody who is living with dementia? 

Top gifts for people living with dementia

Relish Radio and Music Player

The Relish Radio and Music Player is guaranteed to get the feet tapping and hands clapping this Christmas!

It has been designed to enable people living with dementia to listen to the music that they want independently. With three buttons to pre-set to your favourite stations, and a fourth for your own music and playlists.

Music can have an amazing impact on people living with dementia, and this easy music player helps make sure people living with dementia can continue to listen to their favourite tunes at Christmas and all year round.

All About Us - Game

Developed for people with dementia, this brand-new life-storytelling board game uses conversation as a way of exploring your life from childhood through to the present.

It invites you to think and talk about who you are, your experiences, feelings and values and what you have done and want to do.

The game supports those all-important feelings of identity, independence and sense of purpose, while building closer relationships.

Each player takes a turn by throwing the dice, moving the counter, and selecting a card, to read out and answer a question card about their life experiences.

Divided into the decades of life, players answer questions that provide conversation starters about memories, favourite activities, the people in their lives, personal skills, likes and values, dreams and wishes.

Rosebud Reminder Clock

Developed with input from people living with dementia and their carers, the Rosebud Reminder Clock is a simple prompt for people living with dementia.

With four display screen options and 17 in-built alarms, the clock can be programmed to remind the person about regular tasks that happen each day. It helps relieve stress and anxiety that builds up for some when unknown events occur.

Bathing Birds 35 piece jigsaw

Our charming 35 piece Bathing birds jigsaw puzzle makes a great Christmas gift for any nature enthusiast or gardener.

Featuring a beautiful illustration of garden birds drinking and splashing about in a bird bath within a pretty cottage garden, this familiar and reassuring image will stimulate recognition, happy memories and conversation.  

The size and shape of each piece, the specific colours and unique backing board system have all been carefully designed and tested to help users of all abilities complete the puzzles unassisted, providing just the right balance of challenge, interest and engagement.

Tilt-to-pour kettle Red & White

Lightweight and easy to use, the Uccello tilt-to-pour kettle is the perfect gift for your loved one to enable them to make hot drinks independently and safely at any time during the chilly winter months.  

Its bright and cheerful festive red and white is ideal for those with visual impairment or who are living with dementia.

The Uccello kettle has been specifically designed for people with limited reach, mobility, dexterity and strength and its rotating cradle with tilt-to-pour action eliminates any lifting, straining or balance and aim issues when pouring hot water.

Mind Games (a new book of puzzles)

Written by Dr. Tim Beanland, Head of Knowledge at Alzheimer's Society, Mind Games makes a superb gift for puzzlers and game lovers alike.

Featuring a comprehensive range of 150 puzzles, Mind Games allows you and your loved ones to promote mental agility, challenge memory and sharpen skills with pictures, words, numbers and logic. 

Dr. Tim provides expert insights into the science of brain health and the benefits of regular mental exercise.

Mind Games targets different areas of the brain and improves cognition, offering a workout for a wide range of brain functions. With regular practice, puzzles help to improve brain function and prevent age-related cognitive decline. 

Also included is a 7-day programme, plus practical tips and advice to keep your mind active and engaged.

A little book of garden bird songs

An illustrated book featuring live recordings of some of the UK’s favourite birds. Reconnect with nature and recollect the beauty of bird song with a series of stunning dementia friendly sound books.

These easy to read and beautifully illustrated books include live recordings of some of the UK’s favourite birds. A terrific trigger to help people with dementia and disabling memory loss recall and enjoy the sounds of the natural world.

The range of sound books come with beautifully curated, prolonged sound recordings to help identify the birds.

In addition to the easy-to-use sound bar, there is a general introduction to each bird that highlights its key characteristics, accompanied by an informative data profile and some surprising facts.

Animal snap cards and card holders

Why not give our colourful and engaging Animal Snap together with this lightweight card holder and make someone’s Christmas morning with these perfectly paired stocking fillers! 

The Animal Snap card game is a set of bright, clearly illustrated 48 cards that can be grouped into different families, providing cognitive stimulation while the easy-to-use card holder is great for those with poor grip and can hold up to 14 cards.

Memory calendar 2024

Val Horncastle, who had dementia for the last seven years of her life, developed the idea of the Memory Calendar with her husband Keith.

Val wanted to know not just the day and date but also why the particular day was important to her.

Watch this video to hear their story in full. Keith Horncastle explains the development of the Memory Calendar and how important it is for those living with dementia.

Our successful Memory calendar makes a thoughtful and practical Christmas gift as your loved ones go forward into the New Year.

With a page per day showing the day’s date and ample space for personal reminders and notes, it allows the owner to record what is important to them on any particular day. 

With large, user-friendly type, the Memory calendar 2024 is strong and self-supporting, can be laid flat or even carried in a bag.