MindStart: Home Specials http://www.mind-start.com Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST List of Home Featured Items at MindStart en-us <![CDATA[Rainbow Bingo]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Rainbow-Bingo_p_8.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST The unique design of Rainbow Bingo allows use by persons at various levels of dementia. High level of play involves hearing and looking at the bingo call thru use of the visual cue cards - for example, B Blue, and then locating this on the high level...[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Rainbow-Bingo_p_8.html The unique design of Rainbow Bingo allows use by persons at various levels of dementia. High level of play involves hearing and looking at the bingo call thru use of the visual cue cards - for example, B Blue, and then locating this on the high level...[Read More]
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]]> activity levels.]]> <![CDATA[12-piece Flower Puzzle]]> http://www.mind-start.com/12-piece-Flower-Puzzle_p_10.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST This puzzle features a small number of puzzle pieces; a simple, age appropriate image; and large pieces which are easy to handle. Puzzles are 8 X 10 when completed. Consider for MindStart middle activity level. ...[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/12-piece-Flower-Puzzle_p_10.html This puzzle features a small number of puzzle pieces; a simple, age appropriate image; and large pieces which are easy to handle. Puzzles are 8 X 10 when completed. Consider for MindStart middle activity level. ...[Read More]
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]]> activity level. ]]> <![CDATA[26-piece Baseball puzzle]]> http://www.mind-start.com/26-piece-Baseball-puzzle_p_11.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST This puzzle features a small number of puzzle pieces, an age appropriate image, and large pieces which are easy to handle. Puzzles are 8 X 10 when completed. Consider for MindStart high activity level....[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/26-piece-Baseball-puzzle_p_11.html This puzzle features a small number of puzzle pieces, an age appropriate image, and large pieces which are easy to handle. Puzzles are 8 X 10 when completed. Consider for MindStart high activity level....[Read More]
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]]> activity level.]]> <![CDATA[26-piece Spring Puzzle]]> http://www.mind-start.com/26-piece-Spring-Puzzle_p_18.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST This puzzle features a small number of puzzle pieces, an age appropriate image, and large pieces which are easy to handle. Puzzles are 8 X 10 when completed. Consider for MindStart high activity level....[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/26-piece-Spring-Puzzle_p_18.html This puzzle features a small number of puzzle pieces, an age appropriate image, and large pieces which are easy to handle. Puzzles are 8 X 10 when completed. Consider for MindStart high activity level....[Read More]
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]]> activity level.]]> <![CDATA[26-piece Summer Puzzle]]> http://www.mind-start.com/26-piece-Summer-Puzzle_p_19.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST This puzzle features a small number of puzzle pieces, an age appropriate image, and large pieces which are easy to handle. Puzzles are 8 X 10 when completed. Consider for MindStart high activity level....[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/26-piece-Summer-Puzzle_p_19.html This puzzle features a small number of puzzle pieces, an age appropriate image, and large pieces which are easy to handle. Puzzles are 8 X 10 when completed. Consider for MindStart high activity level....[Read More]
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]]> activity level.]]> <![CDATA[Basic Word Search Book]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Basic-Word-Search-Book_p_25.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST No confusing backwards or diagonal words to find here! MindStart word searches have less complexity and are focused on familiar themes. The laminated sheets and included marker allows for reuse! The Basic Word Search Book contains 22 total word searc...[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Basic-Word-Search-Book_p_25.html No confusing backwards or diagonal words to find here! MindStart word searches have less complexity and are focused on familiar themes. The laminated sheets and included marker allows for reuse! The Basic Word Search Book contains 22 total word searc...[Read More]
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]]> No confusing backwards or diagonal words to find here! MindStart word searches have less complexity and are focused on familiar themes. The laminated sheets and included marker allows for reuse! The Basic Word Search Book contains 22 total word searches at two levels of complexity.
  • 18 word searches of six hidden words (high activity level)
  • 4 word searches of four hidden words with bolded words to give further cues (high/middle activity level)

Consider for MindStart high and middle activity levels. Also see our larger Facility style book, for use with the many stages of dementia seen in a facility setting.

]]> <![CDATA[This Is My Life Memory Book]]> http://www.mind-start.com/This-Is-My-Life-Memory-Book_p_27.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST This memory book contains 20 post-bound 8x8 pages for capturing the life memories of your loved one. Scrapbook pages include simple text prompts to portray the person's life story (e.g. hobbies, jobs, hometown, family, etc.) but leaves plenty of spac...[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/This-Is-My-Life-Memory-Book_p_27.html This memory book contains 20 post-bound 8x8 pages for capturing the life memories of your loved one. Scrapbook pages include simple text prompts to portray the person's life story (e.g. hobbies, jobs, hometown, family, etc.) but leaves plenty of spac...[Read More]
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]]> activity levels. COLOR MAY VARY]]> <![CDATA[Basic MindStart Package]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Basic-MindStart-Package_p_29.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST BEST VALUE!Includes Rainbow Bingo, two puzzles of your choice (choose above), Facility Word Search Book, and Look and Lace set....[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Basic-MindStart-Package_p_29.html BEST VALUE!Includes Rainbow Bingo, two puzzles of your choice (choose above), Facility Word Search Book, and Look and Lace set....[Read More]
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]]> BEST VALUE!
Includes Rainbow Bingo, two puzzles of your choice (choose above), Facility Word Search Book, and Look and Lace set.
]]> <![CDATA[MindStart Visiting Kit]]> http://www.mind-start.com/MindStart-Visiting-Kit_p_31.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST BEST VALUE!This kit offers the perfect solution for those who work individually with many people at various stages of dementia, such as home care companions or church volunteers. It is also a good starter kit for caregivers who want to try activities...[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/MindStart-Visiting-Kit_p_31.html BEST VALUE!This kit offers the perfect solution for those who work individually with many people at various stages of dementia, such as home care companions or church volunteers. It is also a good starter kit for caregivers who want to try activities...[Read More]
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]]> BEST VALUE!
This kit offers the perfect solution for those who work individually with many people at various stages of dementia, such as home care companions or church volunteers. It is also a good starter kit for caregivers who want to try activities but do not know which ones to start with. Kit includes 1 Look and Lace card with lace; 8 different laminated word searches at two different levels of ease and wet erase marker; 1 26-piece puzzle of your choice(select above); and a carrying binder. Each order includes an instruction sheet to offer multiple uses for the items. Quantity pricing is available; direct inquiries to monica@mind-start.com.
]]> <![CDATA[Chat Cards - Baby]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Chat-Cards--Baby_p_33.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST These Chat Cards feature simple and adorable images of babies in everyday situations, such as ‘Feeding Baby’ and ‘Bath Time’, stimulating the mind by sparking memories and evoking emotions. The cards include useful suggestions for conversation and re...[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Chat-Cards--Baby_p_33.html These Chat Cards feature simple and adorable images of babies in everyday situations, such as ‘Feeding Baby’ and ‘Bath Time’, stimulating the mind by sparking memories and evoking emotions. The cards include useful suggestions for conversation and re...[Read More]
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]]> <![CDATA[Music Through Life - The Outdoors DVD]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Music-Through-Life--The-Outdoors-DVD_p_42.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST Music Through Life DVDs bring music therapy to the person with memory loss. Each DVD session is led by an experienced music therapist to allow reminiscing, singing, and discussion on a particular theme of everyday life. Two formats are included on ea...[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/Music-Through-Life--The-Outdoors-DVD_p_42.html Music Through Life DVDs bring music therapy to the person with memory loss. Each DVD session is led by an experienced music therapist to allow reminiscing, singing, and discussion on a particular theme of everyday life. Two formats are included on ea...[Read More]
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]]> Music Through Life DVDs bring music therapy to the person with memory loss. Each DVD session is led by an experienced music therapist to allow reminiscing, singing, and discussion on a particular theme of everyday life. Two formats are included on each DVD:
  • An interactive format for when a facilitator is available to lead, with the included guide booklet for making the session interactive.
  • A continuous play format led by the music therapist with no facilitator needed.
The Outdoors DVD - Celebrate the beauty of the outdoors in this session through songs to sing along with about weather, the sky, flowers, and animals. Participants will also get involved with discussion questions about gardening, outdoor activities, trees and more. Includes "Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin' ", "Blue Skies", "Down By the Old Mill Stream", and more.
For more information on Music Through Life and music therapy, click here.
]]> <![CDATA[A Calendar Year of Horticultural Therapy]]> http://www.mind-start.com/A-Calendar-Year-of-Horticultural-Therapy_p_48.html Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 EST For nine years, author Jan Hoetker Doherty, an Ohio Master Gardener, provided horticulture therapy in nursing homes, senior centers and Alzheimer units. This 368-page book, based on her experiences, explains the foundations of horticulture therapy an...[Read More]
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]]> http://www.mind-start.com/A-Calendar-Year-of-Horticultural-Therapy_p_48.html For nine years, author Jan Hoetker Doherty, an Ohio Master Gardener, provided horticulture therapy in nursing homes, senior centers and Alzheimer units. This 368-page book, based on her experiences, explains the foundations of horticulture therapy an...[Read More]
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]]> For nine years, author Jan Hoetker Doherty, an Ohio Master Gardener, provided horticulture therapy in nursing homes, senior centers and Alzheimer units. This 368-page book, based on her experiences, explains the foundations of horticulture therapy and how they can be applied for different needs and levels of functioning. Over 60 projects are included, divided by each of the 12 months of the calendar year. Each project includes background and historical information; materials required; hands-on instructions; and any special considerations that apply. Through this book, the therapeutic value of gardening can be received as the fragrances, colors, and textures of plants stimulate the senses and spark memories.
Copyright 2009 by Lilyflower Publishing, Inc.
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