Alzheimer’s Australia SA Inc Resource Centre

27 Conyngham Street Glenside SA 5065 | (08) 8372 2100

SA.Resourcecentre@alzheimers.org.au

ALZHEIMER’S AUSTRALIA SA

SENSORY CENTRE SPRING 2014 CATALOGUE

Updated October 2014

The sensory stimulation products and activities we sell are hand picked

by our experienced staff to enrich the life of the person with dementia.

We are delighted to receive feedback and suggestions.

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Disclaimer: AASA cannot be held liable for actions arising from the use of any materials and items in this

catalogue.

ROBOTIC WHITE CAT

$165.00 plus postage

Watch her come to 'life' as she opens and closes her eyes!

Fluffy kitty moves and makes realistic cat sounds in response to you patting

her head and she rolls on her back

Scratch her whiskers and she’ll move her head

We only have a limited stock so be quick

FEATURED NEW PRODUCT

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Doll therapy is a non pharmacological intervention that can improve quality of life

and reduce the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.

Our exquisite dolls are hand made to order by our dedicated local

South Australian artisan. You will have the opportunity to discus with her many

aspects of your doll such as size of your doll skin tone, eyes open or closed, hair

colour and eye colour .

Please telephone or email us for further information .

LIFE LIKE DOLLS

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Complete Calm Kakadu Uluru Memento RELAXATION CD’S BY TONY O’CONNOR $25.00 Composer, producer and performer, Tony O'Connor is an Australian artist whose instrumental music is enjoyed by listeners all around the world. Here are four of his CDs which will help in a completely natural way to assist relaxation, stress management, help to lower anxiety and sooth the soul. Used by therapists in many diverse fields, ways.

ALEX HEARST SING-A-LONG DVD’s $30.00 Large words on screen with beautiful pictures in the background for each song 10 songs.

RELAXATION DVD’S $25 2 Relaxation DVD’s combine music with beautiful imagery

BOOK Understanding Alzheimer's is a practical guide for those dealing with this challenging condition. By Professor Ralph Martins & foreword by Ita Buttrose , AO, OBE

Rainforest Creek Mirror of Eden

The Greatest Hits Show Christmas Spirit

CD’S & DVD’S

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ANIMALS

E $30

B $45 A $45

C $65

D $39

G $39

I $65

K$50

M $30

T $65

N $30

L $39

J $30

H $70

F $45

Z $45

P $30

Q 70

R $18

S $30

V $65

U $70

0 $70

Y $39.95

X $39.95

W $ 70

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Let’s Talk! Conversation Cards $75.00 Three different topics. Great conversation starters.

Toss N Talk Conversation Balls $ 24.95 Lightweight blow up balls Diameter 24 “ Choose Men's Reminiscing Music Getting to know you

Sense the Moment : a reminiscence activity to promote memories through the senses $89.00 Sense the Moment has been designed to specifically focus on

provoking past memories of life experiences around touch,

smell, taste, sounds and sights of people living with dementia.

The game contains 180 memory provoking questions le. In

addition there is an extra activity involving player participation

with 6 colored discs that match the colors of the 6 different

categories of cards.

Magic Memories are a walk down memory lane game which can be played in a variety of ways, to fit any situation. The aim of the game is to stimulate memories and conversations between its players and is ideal for families or coordinators of residential and community based settings. Ideal for people with early to mid stage dementia. Instructions and more information included. Magic Memories Original Game $89.00 & Magic Memories Quiz Edition Game $89.00

GAMES AND REMINISCENCE

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Decades Conversation Cards $92 each

50’s & 60’s Theme or 70’s & 80’s theme

36 A5 laminated cards featuring specific moments, individuals and events of particular significance during these two pivotal decades in the economic and cultural development of the modern world. The cards detail the surprisingly large number of inventions and innovations from that time which significantly shape our lives today.

Bingo $27.90

Qwirkle – Mix and Match the shapes on the tiles $35.00 Components : 108 square tiles (3.5 cms square), which contain 6 different shapes and designs in 6 different colours - 3 of each colour ; 1 bag ; instruction booklet. This game should be modified to suit people with dementia by playing it as a mix, match and sorting activity. Is suitable for small groups or individuals

Colorama sorting activity $35.00 Components: 40 x game pieces; 1 x colour die; 1 x shape die; Instructions sheet. This game should be modified to suit people with dementia. It can be played as a Montessori-based activity for sorting and matching. Suitable for small groups or individuals.

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Automoblox Pull Apart Cars $50.00 ea These cars are the perfect size for men who like to construct. Many different styles, each one has at least 8 pieces to pull apart and reconstruct. Very well made from wood and plastic.

Wooden Work Bench $59.95 Suitable for people with dementia who liked maintenance and construction. Crafted from sustainable rubberwood that's strong and durable Includes nuts, bolts and tools Size: 25W x 16D x 23H cm

Master Builder Set $59.95 62 wooden pieces including a screw driver and wrench. The pieces are large and easy to handle. The different coloured pieces are ideal for easy distinction and can be used as a sorting activity as well.

CONSTRUCTION

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Professor Puzzle Wooden Construction Kits

Pop all of the parts out of the wooden boards,

and then start the construction challenge. Roaster $23.90 Boat $23.90 Car $16.90 Motorbike $16.90 Helicopter $16.90

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Water Filled Bocce Set $44

This classic Bocce set features 4 pairs of coloured 100mm diameter composite high impact water filled balls.Set also includes a 40mm Jack and is packed in a convenient carry bag .

Dado Planks $54.90

A combination of plain and notched planks. The precise notches are great for sturdy constructions and intricate structures. 55 notched and 51 standard planks.

Lacing Beads Activity $29.95 So many activities in one: threading for manipulation; colours for sorting; shapes for sorting.

Battery operated butterfly LED lights $4.00 ea Colors will vary 5cm high : 7cm wide

Sphere Mood Light $19.95 10cm diameter Dual function mood light with four different colour modes and a brilliant white option. Tap once to activate. Four colours will appear slowly in sequence: red, purple,

Sensory Ball $7 ea

Color and style may vary

Each visually appealing and perfect for en-couraging

ACTIVITIES

Connecta Puzzle $11:75 a box

Wooden pieces can be connected together to form all sorts of shapes.

Each Connect-a-Disk set comprises of 30 colourful slotted disks.

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Buzzer $ 3ea Colours will vary

Squishy Ball $ 4 Colours will vary

Balancing Birds $5.50 ea.

I Spy Fiddle Bags $35.00 Plastic pellet-filled (26cm x 26cm) (Colours of fabrics vary) Soft bag made of material with plastic window to see the many objects within. Can be played as a game of I Spy to find the objects on the list.

100 jumbo plastic beads. $59.90 Includes four different shapes in six bright colors and six colored laces. Beads 3.6cm in diameter. Each lace measures 102cm L. Storage tub provided.

Nuts & Bolts $21.90 each set contains 64 pieces. Nuts and bolts in 4 shapes and 4 colours in a sturdy storage container.

Jumbo Foam Dominoes $32.90 Lightweight soft foam. Set of 28 double-six dominoes.

Dominoes $6.50 Pack includes 28 piece domino sets. Each domino measures 4 x 1.5cm. Colours will vary

Chit Chat Kookaburra or Penguin $19.95 ea Repeats what it hears

Rainmaker $21.90

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Decorated Egg Shakers A dozen mixed sized egg shakers in a mini bamboo basket. Hallowed mahogany, decorated using safe water soluble acrylics. Basket includes: 4 x mini 5cm, 5 x medium 7cm, 2 x large 9cm eggs and 1 x extra large 12cm egg Sold as a Set with basket $ $89.00 Individually XLge $20, Lge $11.50, Med $7.50 , Small $5

Coloured Egg Shakers $4 ea Colours will vary

Melodee Bells Set of 8 $ 69.60

Tuned F to F, each is a different colour and features easy read notes and numbers printed on the side. Metal inner bell with soft plastic sound chamber.

3 Bells on Handle $10

Double Sleigh Bells $6

Reindeer Bells $6

MUSIC

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Automatic Jadco Calender Clock $190 Measurements: H110 x W340 x

D75mm Powered by 1 x C battery

Sound Oasis Sleep Sound Therapy System $105.00 24 professional sounds included. Backlit alarm clock

Door Murals (Bookcase) $150.00 Cover a door and use as a distraction for wandering residents Product Features: Sized to fit Australian standard doors (custom sizes quoted on request) Made from tear resistant material - no more unsightly tears

Sensory Cloths $9.90 ea Colours & designs will vary Made from soft sensory cloths with ribbon tabs for tactile sensory experience. Size 10 x10 “

Personal Jigsaw Puzzles Email us your photo and we can turn it into your own beautiful jigsaw puzzle. Available in A4 30 pieces or 120 pieces $21.90 A3 60 pieces or 225 pieces $31.90 Please contact us for more information

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These items are hand made to order and may take up to 8 weeks.

ACTIVITIES

Small Table/Floor Game $50.00

Large Lock & Latch $150. no longer has stand

Large Table Ball Game $80.00