Twiddles are activity/comfort aids that help and comfort those with diminished hand mobility, limited social interaction, or anyone soothed by repetitive tactile stimulation. As loved ones age, it becomes increasingly important that they live well in the moment, and in a way that preserves the essence of who they are. Providing elders comfort, warmth, and activity improves quality of life, and helps them to relax and enjoy the well-earned memories of a life lived to the fullest.That's what the comfy, clever Twiddle½® collection is all about: keeping hands and minds active and engaged. And to remind that special someone that they are cared for even when you can't be there.
Before you give a Twiddle½® to someone, think about the approach to which he or she will be most receptive. Perhaps the gentleman who likes to fix things could be handed the Twiddle½® for "evaluation."½ The woman who is a nurturer might appreciate "looking after it for a while."½ Does he or she like animals, or fear cats or dogs? As in all things, be thoughtful about the choice of Twiddle½®, and its introduction.
Some individuals habitually toss onto the floor items they are given, then ask for help picking them up again. One advantage of the Twiddle½® is that a belt can be inserted through the activity/comfort aid, then tied or loosely fastened behind the person's waist. This keeps the Twiddle½® up where it can be used and enjoyed, and not on the floor.
For the sake of variety, move the gadgets around on the Twiddle½®. Put the beads inside, and affix the ball on the outside, for example. If someone tends to chew a particular attachment, don't risk an accident. Unbutton and remove the potentially problematic gadget, without compromising the quality or usefulness of the Twiddle½®. Once in a while, take off all attachments and run the Twiddle½® through the washer and dryer to keep it clean and fresh.
The Twiddle's½® side pocket can hold a handy tissue, a family photo, a simple memento, or perhaps a sweet-smelling sachet. Customize the contents to the individual, and keep it fun and surprising.
Missy, Director of Therapeutic Recreation, Minneapolis, MN
"We have been wildly excited about the Twiddle½®. We most often use the Twiddle½® with our Alzheimer's and Dementia residents. We find it most often used with residents who have busy hands, boredom, anxiety about being alone, frequent scratches, and bruising. We now have four in our 163-bed facility. They do get passed around a bit, so it is a plus that the Twiddle½®s make it through the washing machine unscathed. We find the Twiddle½® to be incredibly soothing and comforting to our residents!"
Lorraine, IL
"My Mom, who is 90 years old, and lives in assisted living, immediately loved her Kitty and found the ball inside to be very interesting. I can't say whether she will keep it there, as sometimes if things are too 'different' for her, she makes adjustments. My Mom noted the Kitty fit well on her walker seat. She has one of those that are very popular right now, being a walker with a seat that opens to a small storage basket. Because it fits well there, she plans to take it for a ride to show others when she attends her meals. "My mother-in-law, who is less mobile and spends most of her time in a wheelchair, also loved her Kitty, naming it 'Snowflake.' My mother-in-law has a very serious problem with cold hands, and she immediately recognized it as a muff, which she was very glad to have. She spends quite a bit of time on her personal computer, and we noted she now keeps it on top of the screen where she can easily get to it when her hands get too cold while typing."
Jean, daughter of Nursing Home resident
"I showed the Twiddle½®Cat and Twiddle½®Classic to a number of the staff at our Assisted Living unit, and we really like it! We will be purchasing a few for our sensory stimulation program." Jodi, Activity Director, Alden of Waterford "It's like you know my Mom! This is just what she needs as she is constantly picking away at things around her, as well as her own skin at times. The Twiddle½® gives her something to work on, and gives her a soft comfortable creature at the same time. Thank You!"
Each Twiddle® has three attachments on the outside, and a squeezable ball on the inside. The attachments include a sealed satin bag containing movable marbles, a strand of textured ribbons, a loop of colorful wooden beads, as well as a satin or faux suede pocket for personal essentials and a Velcro tab patch. Plush fabric in the form of a muff provides warmth for the hands. In addition to tactile and mental stimulation, all offer exercise for the hands as well as relief from arthritis. The detachable Twiddle gadgets allow the Muff to be machine cleaned. Many have been put through countless machine washing cycles in industrial machines and still look and work like new! |
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REMOVABLE ITEMS ARE EASY TO DETACH AND WASH |
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