Fidget Blankets for Alzheimer's and ADHD

21/09/2022

Greetings from the Fidget Blanket Workshop....
World Awareness - Alzheimer’s Day 2022:
Alzheimer’s is a condition that can progress to dementia, a condition that impairs people’s mental capacity. As a result, the patient’s memory and capacity for independent thought are compromised. Every year on September 21, there is a celebration known as World Alzheimer’s Day to raise awareness of the condition and discover strategies to combat it. Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most prevalent types of dementia and is thought to be the primary factor in between 60 and 80 percent of dementia cases globally.
Check out the Alzheimer’s South Africa website for information on support groups and informative blogs – sign up for the news letter…..
https://alzheimers.org.za/

11/06/2022

Greetings from the Fidget Blanket Workshop –
Winter is in full swing and a great time to be indoors, however there are some outdoor activities that can still be done if one is dressed accordingly.
Why not take a walk? 🚶‍♂️ 🚶‍♂️ 🚶‍♂️ 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♀️Walking is a problem when we get older. However, just because someone has Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia, it does not mean that they cannot go for walks.
If they are physically able to walk and agree to take a stroll, then get them to walk as regular as possible. Walking is good for the heart, and it reduces stress and anxiety in seniors.
Even if some seniors are physically disabled or have pain or difficulty walking, you can still assist them with a walker, wheelchair, or other movable devices. Although they might not be able to walk, they can still enjoy the benefits of being outdoors.
After being outdoors why not settle inside with a cup of hot chocolate and a Fidget Blanket.
The added items on the Fidget Blanket encourage brain activity plus, help with restless fingers/hands. Our aim is to provide a colourful sensory/tactile busy blanket to ease anxiety and stress.
Order a Fidget Blanket today and give those restless fingers hours of calm and soothing fidgeting time.

16/04/2022

Blessed Easter wishes from the Fidget Blanket Workshop. 🐰🐰🐰

We have a large variety of Fidget Blankets – get one for specially made for Mom or Dad or one with an assortment of fabrics and attachments to assist with the relief of anxiety and stress. With Mother’s Day coming up soon, a Fidget Blanket specially for “Mom” will be a most appreciated gift.

The added items on the Fidget Blanket encourage brain activity plus, help with restless fingers/hands. Our aim is to provide a colourful sensory/tactile busy blanket to ease anxiety and stress.

Order a Fidget Blanket today and give those restless fingers hours of calm and soothing fidgeting time.

02/04/2022

Good Morning from the Fidget Blanket workshop,

👀👀👀👀LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO KEEP RESTLESS MINDS AND FINGERS BUSY.....
Fidget Blankets are excellent for maintaining fine motor skills and encouraging activities of daily living such as using buttons, zippers, laces, etc. In addition, the fabric prints can evoke fond memories, the activities keep restless minds and fingers busy, and the various fabrics and ribbons stimulate your brain.
The stimulation provided by fidget blankets helps to decrease agitation and anxiety levels, providing comfort.
Send us a message or give us a call if you would like to place an order or if you have any queries.

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27/03/2022

This is so true....to all the carers out there....you are doing a wonderful job! Most importantly....don't forget to take care of yourself too 💐

12/03/2022

LIKE, FOLLOW AND SHARE OUR PAGE TO STAND IN LINE TO WIN A SNUFFLE BALL FOR YOUR POOCH OR KITTY
Good morning from the Fidget Blanket Workshop,
Last year we decided to add onto our range a “fidget blanket” for your fur babies…..and introduced the Snuffle Ball for canine and feline enrichment. The fleece ball is put together so that you can hide little dry treats inside, like your dog’s favourite biscuits or some catnip for you cat. Your dog will smell the treats and will engage with the ball in hopes that they find them, you cat will enjoy the smell of the catnip and joyously try to sniff as much as they can. It's a great way to provide mental stimulation for your pet and fantastic as a training aid reward delivery system for your pooch. Easy to clean - just put into the washing machine. Comes with a trio of biscuits to get you and your pooch started and a sachet of catnip for your cat’s snuffle ball.
HOW TO USE A SNUFFLE BALL FOR DOGS
1. Place one or two small treats in the ball
2. Place the ball on the floor in front of your dog.
3. Give the command to go to the ball (such as 'okay')
4. WATCH them whilst they find the treat.
5. REMOVE the ball immediately when they have got their reward.
IMPORTANT: Do not leave your dog unsupervised with the ball. It is designed as a training aid. When your dog has snuffled out the treat, remove the ball, giving your dog lots of praise.
HOW TO USE A SNUFFLE BALL FOR CATS…..Put catnip in the folds and give to your cat 😊
Contact us via our FB page or give us a call to order your pooch's or Kitty’s Snuffleball today - for R150 each or - LIKE, FOLLOW AND SHARE OUR PAGE TO STAND IN LINE TO WIN A SNUFFLE BALL FOR YOUR POOCH OR KITTY
Closes on the 31 March 2022

09/03/2022

05/03/2022

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Good morning from the Fidget Blanket Work Shop.
I wanted to share some ideas on how to support family members and others with dementia.
Strategies for family members to support someone with dementia💙
• Gain the attention of the person by using their name to
address them. This not only shows respect for them but also
upholds their self-identity and personhood
• Use multiple forms of communication (spoken language with
facial expressions) to enhance the meaning of what is being
expressed
• Avoid completing their sentences – rather stop and wait. This
will allow them time to process information and to respond at
their own pace
• Incorporate familiar music and songs into conversations –
music is one area that is often well preserved in people with
dementia. This can provide everyone involved with an
enjoyable activity through which to connect
• Offer the person choices to promote their independence in
daily decision-making.

I hope this will assist you when engaging with people or family members who have dementia.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend.
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26/02/2022

Good morning from your Fidget Blanket Workshop......💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Order our Fidget Blanket to assist with the relief of anxiety and stress.
The added items on the Fidget Blanket encourage brain activity plus, help with restless fingers/hands. Our aim is to provide a colourful sensory/tactile busy blanket to ease anxiety and stress.

Place your custom order by sending us a message and let us know about favourite colours, past hobbies or places of memory. We will then get fabrics and attachments together for that special order.
Let us make something special that will give those restless fingers hours of calm and soothing fidgeting time.
Have a blessed week ahead.

19/02/2022

Good Morning from the Fidget Blanket Workshop -

Fidget blankets have become part of individuals lives living with Alzheimer's, ADHA, Autism, Brain trauma, Dementia, and Epilepsy.

Fidget blankets have become an important part in individuals lives living with Alzheimer's, ADHD, Asperger's, Dementia and Autism.

They recall memory and help with recognising missing links in their life. The added items encourage brain activity plus, help with restless fingers/hands. Our aim is to provide a colourful sensory/tactile busy blanket to ease anxiety and stress.

Place your custom order by sending us a message and let us know about favourite colours, past hobbies or places of memory. We will then get fabrics and attachments together and send you a picture for your approval before any sewing.
Together we will make something special that will give those restless fingers hours of calm and soothing fidgeting time.
Have a blessed week ahead.

12/02/2022

Good morning from the Fidget Blanket Workshop 👋

We have some beautiful fidget blankets in stock.

Our fidget blankets are excellent for maintaining fine motor skills and encouraging activities of daily living such as using buttons, zippers, laces, etc. In addition, the fabric prints can evoke fond memories, the activities keep restless minds and fingers busy, and the various fabrics and ribbons stimulate the brain.

Contact us for a Fidget Blanket today. Check out our website
https://fb.planetmargate.co.za/ for our current designs or send us a message to discuss that bespoke design.

Contact us if you have any queries regarding our Fidget Blankets.

05/02/2022

Greetings from the Fidget Blanket Workshop...

Often, people with Alzheimer’s show anxiety or agitation by fidgeting, pulling at their clothes or blankets, or rubbing their hands together.

The stimulation provided by fidget blankets helps to decrease agitation and anxiety levels, providing comfort to sufferers. A great gift for Dementia and Alzheimer’s sufferers.

Our fidget blankets are excellent for maintaining fine motor skills and encouraging activities of daily living such as using buttons, zippers, laces, etc. In addition, the fabric prints can evoke fond memories, the activities keep restless minds and fingers busy, and the various fabrics and ribbons stimulate the brain.

Contact us for a Fidget Blanket today. Check out our website
https://fb.planetmargate.co.za/ for our current designs or send us a message to discuss that bespoke design.

29/01/2022

From the Fidget Blanket workshop we share our bouquet with you today to raise awareness.

Did you know that the flower, Forget-me-not, a small blue flower represents remembrance and is long-associated with dementia and is a symbol for anyone who wants to unite against dementia, raise awareness and support people affected by the condition.

Research has found that stimulation helps to decrease agitation and anxiety levels and the use of a fidget blanket can provide comfort to sufferers.

Our fidget blankets are excellent for maintaining fine motor skills and encouraging activities of daily living such as using buttons, zippers, laces, etc. In addition, the fabric prints can evoke fond memories, the activities keep restless minds and fingers busy, and the various fabrics and ribbons stimulate your brain.

Contact us for a Fidget Blanket today. Check out our website for other hand made designs or send us a message or call us for a bespoke design.

22/01/2022

Good Morning from the Fidget Blanket Workshop....
Wishing you all a fantastic, restful weekend.

Contact us if you have any queries regarding our Fidget Blankets.

15/01/2022

From the Fidget Blanket Workshop, we hope that you and your families have had a great festive season and we wish you all a healthy and happy 2022. Thank you to all who supported us in 2021 and who spread the word about our beautiful practical Fidget Blankets.
Fidget Blankets are excellent for maintaining fine motor skills and encouraging activities of daily living such as using buttons, zippers, laces, etc. In addition, the fabric prints can evoke fond memories, the activities keep restless minds and fingers busy, and the various fabrics and ribbons stimulate your brain.
The stimulation provided by fidget blankets helps to decrease agitation and anxiety levels, providing comfort.
Send us a message or give us a call if you would like to place an order or if you have any queries.

21/12/2021

Thank you so much to the families sharing their pictures and videos. From Bloemfontein to Ireland – the pleasure of seeing our Fidget Blankets being used to reduce anxiety and provide comfort is such an honour.
Fidget blankets, also known as activity blankets or fidget quilts, provide sensory and tactile stimulation for people that have ADHD, Alzheimer’s, or other forms of dementia.
Often, people with Alzheimer’s show anxiety or agitation by fidgeting, pulling at their clothes or blankets, or rubbing their hands together.
The stimulation provided by fidget blankets helps to decrease agitation and anxiety levels, providing comfort to sufferers.
We supply a wide variety of fidget blankets which are all hand-made in South Africa.......with love, available world wide. Please note we follow all COVID protocols when making our blankets.
To place your order, please send us a message, call or email us at fb@planetmargate.co.za

29/11/2021

What a delightful sight to see our fidget blankets being enjoyed and put to good use! For sufferers of Alzheimer's/Dementia, our blankets provide hours of entertainment, releasing anxiety or agitation by fidgeting.
The stimulation provided by our blankets also provide comfort and decrease agitation.
For orders in Ireland, please contact: +353 87 441 2284 or in South Africa :+27 84 765 1305.....all our blankets are hand crafted with love and care❤🤲

20/11/2021

Place your orders for the Festive Season or surprise that special person with a gift made with love from South Africa.

Fidget Blankets are excellent for maintaining fine motor skills and encouraging activities of daily living such as using buttons, zippers, laces, etc. In addition, the fabric prints can evoke fond memories, the activities keep restless minds and fingers busy, and the various fabrics and ribbons stimulate your brain.
The stimulation provided by fidget blankets helps to decrease agitation and anxiety levels, providing comfort to sufferers.

Send us a message or give us a call if you would like to place an order or if you have any queries.