Help bring comfort and meaningful engagement to residents living with dementia by creating Rummage Boxes—hands-on, sensory activity kits that spark memories and encourage conversation.
What is a Rummage Box? Rummage boxes are themed collections of familiar, safe items that residents can touch, explore, and talk about. They are designed to: Provide comfort, Stimulate memories, Encourage interaction and storytelling
How to Get Involve
Please connect with us before starting to receive: A box theme assignment and a supply list
(This helps us avoid duplicate themes!)
Example Theme: Recipe Box
Include items like: Recipe cards, Cookbook page copies (newspaper clippings), Measuring spoons/cups, Empty spice jars, Food labels or packaging, Grocery lists, Photos of food, Oven mitt, Simple or non-working timer
Conversation prompts may include:
“What was your favorite recipe?”
“Did you cook for your family?”
Why It Matters: Your box can help residents reconnect with meaningful moments from their lives and create opportunities for joyful interaction.
