she loves her care team
Grandma has such great conversations when staff come in to take care of her.
She thinks of them as friends. They know her story, and understand what her life has been like.
While isolated during lock-down Dad's care team soothed him by talking about the things that he loved the most.
"His collage is the real focal point in Paul’s room. It has already done what it is supposed to do, initiate conversation and reminiscing. Brilliant idea!" (Paul's wife)
Mum's memory care
"The photo of Nono and Nona's wedding gets Mum's attention, she'll name every figure... recount the entire wedding party person by person with all the stories, then do another lap or two."
- Katie
"She loves that poster!"
- Paul
“Mom looks at the poster like she’s watching a film–every day, every photo and the narratives to go with each one!"
- Susan
"Such a great gift that brings Mom so much happiness"
- Andrea
As Mary's dementia progressed, a year later I asked if she still engages with her collage.
“She certainly does Sylvia! It’s a huge memory and mood booster for her!”
first choose a size
Find a spot in your loved one's room that they can see without straining. We print on medical grade adhesive canvas that is easy to apply, remove and re-apply.
why so big?
gather photos,
Remember, this is your loved one's story about their favorite places, adventures with fond friends; a life they are proud of! Find photos that show what they hold dear in their heart!
add a background,
Choose from our options, or send us a photo that has special meaning.
write captions.
Captions are especially important in Dementia care. They take the pressure off failing memories, and prompt us to keep up the cheerful chatter.
option a: scan and upload photos
Follow our detailed notes for high quality scans or take your photos to a local pro, then upload digital photo files to our website order form.
option b: mail photos to reminisart
Let us scan your photos. Download the pdf order form with instructions for mailing. (Photos are returned with printed collage.)