Made possible through a donation by the Franklin Noon Rotary Foundation to the Alzheimer's Association, memory kits are available to borrow from Williamson County Public Library branches in Franklin, Bethesda, Nolensville, and Fairview. Each kit includes videos with relaxing music, photo and activity cards, and more based on a specific theme that can aid people with Alzheimer's or other dementia through reminiscence therapy.
Reminiscence therapy is an activity which promotes the sharing of memories and the telling of stories. Whether one-on-one or in a group setting, the ability to share life experiences and advice with others enhances our sense of worth and general well-being. They stimulate memories through the vibrant pictures and video clips you will find in our photo cards and videos. Our companion activity cards are great conversation starters, promote creativity and create bridging and understanding between generations from our youngest to oldest. By reminiscing about your own and others' favorite things, people learn more about each other, form connections, and experience joy and contentment. In doing so, reminiscence can provide a much needed break from the routine, and combat loneliness, and generate happiness.
Themes for our memory kits include:
- The Cat Collection is for everyone who loves their kitty cats. Whether the fierce and beautiful big cats or the sweet kitten that fits in a coffee cup, they are absolutely mesmerizing.
- The Decade collections each feature the fashions, songs, and cars of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s.
- The Dog Collection brings out the dog lover in us all. With their sad eyes and wagging tails, they make our hearts melt.
- The Farm Collection brings together not only the farmers and farm related occupations, but also those who love the country life, including those who have grown vegetables in their garden.
- The Great Outdoors Collection brings the outdoors indoors, along with the memories of the great times spent in the woods, the water, or wherever makes your heart happy.
- The Handyman Collection brings with it the fond memories of home ownership and the hard work of upkeep.
- The Homemaker Collection opens conversation and memories of keeping a living space clean while creating those special touches that make it a home.
- The Patriotic Collection brings together service members from all branches, their transportation, tools, uniforms, and everyday activities of active duty, reserves, veterans, and family members.
- The Remembering Pets Collection reminds us of animals both big and small that are looking for homes.
- The Seasonal collections feature the sights and sounds of the four seasons, from the excitement of Fun in the Snow for the Winter Collection, the bright blossoms of new flowers in the Spring Collection, Days at the Beach for the Summer Collection, and the falling leaves and harvest of the Autumn Collection.