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Many of our books contain a ‘Supporter’s Guide’ designed for loved ones and carers so they can enjoy the book together alongside the reader with dementia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy read our books?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDementia-friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e These books are curated and tailored for people with dementia in mind.  The topic, design and format of many books have been focus group tested to ensure they are suitable for those living with dementia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMental stimulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our range of activity books engage and relax people with dementia, help with cognitive stimulation, and may help prompt memories. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarer guides:\u003c\/strong\u003e We have an exciting, interactive online learning hub for carers or anyone looking to improve their knowledge and understanding of dementia.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-little-book-of-woodland-bird-songs","title":"The little book of woodland bird songs","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; text-size-adjust: auto;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to a change of Publisher, we are now expecting more books in September.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; text-size-adjust: auto;\"\u003eAn illustrated book featuring live recordings of some of the UK’s favourite birds. Reconnect with nature and recollect the beauty of bird song with a series of stunning dementia friendly sound books. These easy to read and beautifully illustrated books include live recordings of some of the UK’s favourite birds. A terrific trigger to help people with dementia and disabling memory loss recall and enjoy the sounds of the natural world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe range of sound books come with beautifully curated, prolonged sound recordings to help identify the birds. In addition to the easy-to-use sound bar, there is a general introduction to each bird that highlights its key characteristics, accompanied by an informative data profile and some surprising facts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“I bought this book for my mum who has dementia. Being made of thick card it is robust so can cope with some rough handling. The sound value is excellent both clear and quite loud. The 'buttons' to press are easy to use which is good for both old and young. It has brought a lot of pleasure to my mum who can work it herself.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“I actually bought it for my mother who is chair bound and has dementia so that she can activate it herself and listen to the birdsong.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Bought for my dad who has dementia and loves wildlife. It’s not just a quick burst of indistinct noise. It’s a prolonged proper birdsong. 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Many more people will now benefit from the improved understanding of care professionals. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eThis item consists of a pack of 25 leaflets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoosing the right product\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003ePeople react differently to different products. For example, one person might find it helpful to have a recorded message that plays when they open the front door, reminding them to take their keys, while another person might find this confusing. Some people may also be wary of trying new things or find it difficult to learn new skills. Choosing the right product is therefore not always an easy task. 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It can be used independently, with the support of a loved one, carer or professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy be active: health information on the benefits of being active and the different ways people can be active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGetting started: Behaviour change activities to help people living with dementia to think about why they’d like to become more active, how to get started and what they might like to try\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking your progress: guidance to support personal goals and the Do It Diary to track progress over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeel Good Activity Wallchart: a visual way to track progress with a chart that can be placed somewhere visible in people’s homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement Deck: a deck of cards which provide activity inspiration, quotes from people living with dementia and facts about physical activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can find out more stories about people using the Feel Good folder at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/alzheimers.org.uk\/feelgood\" title=\"Feel Good Folder details on the Alzheimer's Society website\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ealzheimers.org.uk\/feelgood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou will get a workbook with health information on the benefits of being active and the different ways people can be active and activities to help people living with dementia to think about why they’d like to become more active, how to get started and what they might like to try. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere’s also guidance to support personal goals and diary pages to track progress over time as well as a wallchart and a small deck of cards which provide activity inspiration, quotes from people living with dementia and facts about physical activity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e How it works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow is it helping people living with dementia?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e52% say the Feel Good Folder has increased their physical levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e59% of all testers said it increased their motivation to be active\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e70% feel it is a valuable resource for themselves\/their loved one to improve physical activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA5 booklet x 1 (containing ‘why be active’, ‘getting started’ and the Do It Diary)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA3 activity wall chart x 1\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSet of physical activity cards x 1\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat people say\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“It’s all about having choices, and the Feel Good Folder presents the user with options to tailor their own way to get a better level of fitness. That’s why I’d recommend everyone to take a look!” \u003cstrong\u003eFrom Pete, living with Alzheimer’s Disease.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“I love the Feel Good Folder and would highly recommend it” \u003cstrong\u003eFrom Marion, living with dementia\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Using the Feel Good Folder, I now have a more positive mindset, so instead of stopping my mother short on a walk or being overprotective, we see how much she wants to do and think about how this benefits her.”\u003cstrong\u003e From Catherine, carer of person living with dementia\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur products are tested and reviewed by people living with dementia and their carers to make sure they are fit for purpose. 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Cognitive Books aims to increase this contribution over time and, by purchasing from our shop, you’re helping even more!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many benefits to the book, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA story that's familiar to many – the story of The 1966 World Cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to a free audio version, which includes commentary excerpts from the game and is read by football commentator Clive Tyldesley and foreword by Sir Geoff Hurst.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages that work individually and collectively as a 'story'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant illustrations that bring the text to life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger print and shorter pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe joy of rhyme and rhythm to stimulate recall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimplified summaries for those with more advanced dementia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoyable exercises towards the end to encourage social interaction with others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTried and tested in partnership with Alzheimer's Society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you love this book, you might also like '\u003ca title=\"Link to the Beatles book in this series\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.alzheimers.org.uk\/products\/looking-back-at-the-beatles?variant=44371264962714\"\u003eLooking back at The Beatles\u003c\/a\u003e'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for people living with dementia. 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