Crochet Lap Blankets For Dementia Patients. Crochet Along FidgetSensory Blanket for Alzheimers- Free Pattern. Crochet Hook H 500 MM 10 oz.
I always leave a small hole in the afghan by dropping a few stitches as a symbol of the hole in the family left by the passing of the patient. Browsing through our local publication The Connection Magazine I came across an article that sparked my interest and warmed my heart. Sensory Blanket for AlzheimersDementia Patient Care.
Ive doing lap blankets for assisted living facilities for many years now and have found much comfort and joy.
Many people with dementia or Alzheimers Disease are disconnected. How to support people with dementia by making tactile blankets Fidget blankets are lap sized pieces of fabric wool or crochet with interesting tactile bits and bobs eg. X 40 is ideal for many people particularly those who spend a lot of time in chairs like the wheelchair-bound. Easy Crochet Lap Blanket For Hospice.