Promoting the self-worth and life quality of our aged...

We've created a collection of  play therapy resources for the aged; designed in collaboration with care professionals, then tried and tested, they work.

See what the US, National Institute of Play has to say on the subject....

"We all know that  play  is fun, even joyful. It refreshes and energizes us.  Play  is a central element of life, throughout life, not only for children, but for working and retired adults.

In  play  our burdens feel lighter and we are opened to new possibilities. But  play goes even deeper – it shapes our brains to make us smarter and more able to adapt to situations."
 

The power of play

Regardless of age, engaging in play opens us to new potentials.

Play therapy can be powerful...it exercises our bodies and minds; enhancing the quality of our lives, all of which contributes to improved physical and emotional welfare.

In this way our play resources help young and old to enjoy a better quality of life.

Who would use these resources...

All our play resources may be used by anyone who wishes to play or to facilitate play. Specifically, you will often find them being used in:

· Education · Diversional therapy · Special education · Play therapy · Occupational therapy · Recreational therapy · Physical therapy

...and by people who just want to have fun.

 

Giant dice, puzzle jigsaws and giant games for play...

This collection of resources can have you playing quietly with a jigsaw puzzle or playing actively with a giant dice or a giant game. So whatever your need - physical and mental capability - there’s something here for you.

Play with giant dice

Play with giant dice - promotes interaction and sharing

Playing dice has never been so much fun. There are games to play and score sheets to complete.

Throw the dice, play for fun, and the physical and mental activity. Played in a group this can be a fun therapy for young and old.

 

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Jigsaw puzzles

Jigsaw puzzles - reminisce with old time images

Doing the puzzles with these jigsaws is designed for those in early childhood or special needs. Made entirely from recycled materials there are many different theme’s for young and old. Simplicity in construction is the key; as is having a broad and appropriate selection of designs. Looking through the selection you’ll discover animals, nature, birds, places, famous art images, and even some nudes.

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Please accept our prior warning and apologies if you are offended by these artistic nude images - they are at the very end of the page.


Tessellation setTessellation sets to build free form patterns

Play at making tessellations - build free form patterns

If you can lay tiles on a floor then with this regularly shaped tessellation set you can be set free of the strictures associated with a jigsaw, to build any number of beautiful and mind boggling designs.

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giant games for hug fun

Giant Games guarantee huge fun - encourage group play

Play has never been so much fun. Whether it’s the target game or the giant chess, players just adore the gargantuan size of the games. We seem to have a fascination with the big. At this scale the play becomes a social event where all involved share, play and move together.

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