Description
Everyone can appreciate having things to do that bring joy and purpose to their life. This does not change in someone living with dementia. What does change is their ability to initiate meaningful tasks and connect with family & friends around them. This lack of connection can lead to isolation and further cognitive decline. The Helicopter is a wonderful kit. Designed with playful engagement in mind, it’s perfect for anyone with an interest in tactile, hands-on activities and simple mechanical movements. The two ball bearing propellers spin with ease and provide a delightful way to introduce moments of engagement. The Helicopter is a rebuildable kit with two removable propellers and two removable side panels. It can be assembled over and over again. Building it together is a great way to connect, restore purpose, and give joy. Just 10 to 15 minutes of connection and purpose can be very meaningful to someone living with dementia. The helicopter is a part of our line of Connect Kits, named because they are designed to be built together. Build them together and create moments of connection with your loved ones. Recommended for assembly: 7/16th Nut Driver.
How to use the Kit:
Each Connect Kit comes with illustrated, easy to follow assembly instructions.
Suggestions to introduce and begin connecting with the Connect Kit:
Sometimes it is difficult for someone living with dementia to understand what is being asked of them. To get started, you might try one of these phrases to introduce the Helicopter
- Give short, simple instruction: “It’s time to build the Helicopter.”
- Offer choices: “Shall we work on the Helicopter or something else?”
- Ask for their help: “I sure could use your help building this Helicopter.”
- Break tasks into small steps: “Put the bolt there,” pointing.