Alzheimer S Twiddle Mats Pattern

Shirley macdonald s twiddle muffs.

Alzheimer s twiddle mats pattern.

Don t know if there is an official crochet pattern but this is my version. The dimensions below make a lap mat as per the photo that can be tied at the waist or positioned on a table with velcro. Dec 30 2020 sensory mats for alzheimer patients. It was there that another volunteer introduced me to a knitting pattern from the nhs.

See more ideas about fidget quilt alzheimers fidgets. Ch1 dc1 ch1 miss a st dc 6 ch1 miss a st dc2. Here s another crochet twiddle muff pattern this one offers a facebook group linked to on the ravelry page in case you get stuck or have questions. For phylis twiddle muff.

Dk yarn thicker yarn will give a slightly bigger result. Ch1 dc 11. The size of your fidget blankets is up to you. Work 7 more rows.

I m not a knitter however the pattern from the nhs for dementia twiddle mitts was so easy to make. I have adapted the knit pattern to crochet. See more ideas about fidget quilt fidget blankets sensory blanket. Sensory mats or fidget blankets provide a soothing and stimulating activity for people living with dementia or recovering from strokes.

Soon i realised these twiddle mitts lap mats boards and comfort dolls are really needed. Dc into second st from hook dc to end row 1. Fiddlemat charitycrafts knitting crochet alzheimer. Making fidget mats for alzheimer s and dementia residents instructions for making a fidget or busy quilt the purpose of the quilts is to keep residents hands busy and their minds active and calm through sensory stimulation.

We are doing a few charity craft days and these make great projects. Oct 27 2020 explore mary gates s board dementia alzheimer s fidget twiddle sensory mat followed by 187 people on pinterest. That said there are some elements to avoid and things to include when making your quilts. If you are a caregiver you are generally and solely responsible.

I knitted a couple of them within a few days. Things to avoid 1. You will find crochet patterns for sensory sleeves fidget mats sensory books cannula sleeves and twiddle muffs in this collection.