Memory Aids and Reminders

Remote Control for MemRabel 2 Audio/Visual Dementia Care Alarm

The MemRabel 2 Audio/Visual Dementia Care Alarm is an ideal memory aid for those suffering from dementia or memory difficulties, providing reminders for daily activities such as medication, dinner and drinking water. However, the included remote control can become lost or damaged, making it difficult to adjust and alter the settings to best suit the user's needs.

The Remote Control is a replacement remote control for the MemRabel 2, helping you take full control of the device once more to add more reminders or adjust the setup. Its simple design enables intuitive use, making it easy for you to set reminders to best suit the user's needs and preferences.

Key Features of the Remote Control for MemRabel 2 Dementia Care Alarm

The key features and benefits of the MemRabel 2 Remote Control are:

• Infrared wireless use for flexible control
• Replacement device gives you control over your MemRabel 2
• Simple design enables intuitive use

Please note that this listing is for the remote control only, and does not include a MemRabel 2.

Mem-X Voice Reminder

Mem-x is a voice memory aid designed for those with some memory loss it tells the user in a pre-recorded voice all they have to do at that time, from special events to taking medication. We believe that the Mem-x reminder is a very useful aid for those with cognitive difficulties who can carry on living independently provided that they are prompted to perform regular and occasional tasks by a familiar voice.

At the precise time required the alarm sounds. On the press of the large blue button the pre-recorded message is heard.

Up to 90 messages can be stored, each up to 10 seconds in length.

For example:

8.00 a.m. 'It's 8 o'clock in the morning and today is Tuesday. It is time to get up because you are going to daycare today. The taxi will come at 10 o'clock' (weekly message)
9.00 a.m. 'It is nine o'clock, it is time to take your medicine' (daily message)
9.45 a.m. 'The taxi is coming in 10 minutes. Remember to take your handbag and pills'. (weekly message)
5.00 p.m. 'It is Ava's birthday today, give her a call to wish her Happy Birthday' the number's in the book. (one time message)
07.00 p.m. 'It is seven o'clock - it's your gardening programme on telly.' (weekly message)
9.00 p.m. 'It is 9 o'clock, - it is time to take your evening pills.' (daily message)

To program MEM-X:

Simply open the hinged door on the back side and: Press the Menu button. Date & time are displayed, scroll through the menu. All programming options are offered.

Choose message type, (fixed, weekly, one time), date & time with keyboard.

Record your message - up to 10 seconds long - by pressing the 'record' key.

After recording, message is automatically repeated for your review. Press Ok.

MEM-X rings, press Big Blue Button to listen to the message.

Geemarc Viso Memoday Memo Reminder Board

Sufferers of dementia often need day-to-day help remembering essential things. The Geemarc Viso Memoday Memo Reminder Board is the ideal way to remember essential information, such as emergency contact numbers and meal times, and assist orienting sufferers to reality. 

What's Included?

• 1 x Geemarc Viso Memoday Memo Reminder Board
• 4 x Magnets
• 1 x Eraser
• 1 x Marker pen
• 4 x Stickers
• 2 x Hooks for wall mounting

What Can the Memo Board Do to Help Me?

The memo board is designed to help you remember the essentials for each day. It is ideal to remind you of shopping lists, family schedules, phone numbers, event reminders and other important information. Labelled photos are perfect for those who have trouble putting the name to the face.

Who Is the Viso Memoday For?

The Memoday is designed with the needs of Alzheimer's and dementia patients in mind. Essential information to help them feel secure, or so they know what to do in an emergency, can be represented on the board. This helps with temporal and general orientation. 

What Are the Functions of the Clock?

The clock is particularly large for easy viewing, and features both an analogue and digital display. It will display the day, time of day, month, date, or all four in an alternating pattern. 

What Are the Included Stickers?

The stickers can be removed and replaced easily. They suggest reminders of the season, meal times, phone numbers, addresses, doctor's phone number and emergency contact number.

What Are the Benefits of Reality Orientation for Dementia Sufferers?

Reality orientation, for instance knowing the time and day, can help reduce confusion and give dementia sufferers a better sense of security. Studies have shown that reality orientation slows the progress of the disease, and has a positive effect on the patient's ability to interact socially. 

Is the Memory Board Right For Me?

If you are just looking for an easy to see wall clock you might try the Easy To See Large Clock instead.

What Are the Technical Details of the Memory Board?

• Analogue and digital clock
• 5 languages available: French, English, German, Italian and Spanish
• Works with batteries which are not included (1 x 1.5V AA) 
• Dimensions are 700mm x 500mm x 30mm
• Wall mountable
• Weight of both board and clock is 1.9kg

MyHomeHelper 10.1" Display Dementia Memory Aid Tablet

It's important to provide individuals under your care with as much independence as possible, but at the same time it's vital to ensure you can look after them and ensure their safety when you're not there. The MyHomeHelper 10.1" Display Dementia Memory Aid Tablet enables you to set up reminders, daily diaries and more to ensure that loved ones are cared for while helping them maintain their independence.

Calendar Clock Mode

The calendar clock display mode on the MyHomeHelper enables you to clearly display the time in whatever format is best, including in different colours. The display will show an analogue clock, a 12 or 24-hour digital clock, the date (which can be set to full, short or day only) and a time of day message that can be adjusted for each hour of the day. This setting can help with sundowning, which can cause agitation and confusion when the sun sets.

Diary Mode

The diary mode enables you to show what is planned for the day or week ahead, letting you keep those under your care informed as to when you will be home, when carers will visit, birthdays, holidays and more. This helps to provide context as to what is happening for the day, helping to put them at ease and enabling them to live more independently. It can be displayed in either daily or weekly mode, and can even alternate between the two.

Reminders Mode

The reminders mode lets you set up important reminders to go off throughout the day. They can be set to appear at a specific time or randomly throughout the day – ideal for reminding loved ones to drink water, take their medication and more.

Reminder responses can even be set up, enabling you to request a response back once a reminder is given. Up to three response options can be set up, and you will receive an e-mail when a response is given.

Photo Mode

Hundreds of photos can be set up on the MyHomeHelper, enabling it to display them and provide reminiscence, helping to strengthen memory. You can even add captions to enable recollection more easily.

News Mode

Up to 40 news sources can be selected, enabling those under your care to stay informed with what's going on in the outside world. Up to 4 news headlines will be displayed in the space of a minute.

Messages Mode

The MyHomeHelper can also receive instant messages from a range of different sources including SMS and Facebook. This helps you stay in touch with your loved ones and let them know quickly of any updates. Skype calls can also be made to the MyHomeHelper. These will automatically be picked up, ensuring you can get through instantly.

For more information on how the MyHomeHelper can help you and how it all works, see the Benefits tab above.

Please note: this product includes a 12-month subscription to the MyHomeHelper.co.uk website. Once this expires, an additional purchase is required.