ColourLibrary ColourCards: Food

ColourLibrary ColourCards:  Food

96 cards illustrating food to enhance communication skills.

A superb set of cards that does not rely on packaging to identify a range of food items. The cards can be used as a starting point for conversation by sorting them into their various categories and then lead to a multitude of activites at various levels of difficulty, for example, ‘Show me the bread’, or ‘Which one is made with flour?’

The categories are:

 •  Fruit – apple, orange pineapple, etc.
•  Vegetables – cabbage, leaks, potatoes, etc.
•  Basics – bread, flour, eggs, etc.
•  Prepared Food – curry and rice, steak and chips, pizza, etc.
•  Drinks – beer, coffee, water, etc.
•  Snacks – hot dog, crisps, ice cream, etc.

Who Will Benefit from this Activity?

ColourLibrary ColourCards: Food will be enjoyed by people in all stages of dementia. The outcome of the activity may vary depending on the person’s ability, however for people with dementia, it is important to remember that when participating in the activity, the focus should not be about the activity itself, but the quality and enjoyment of the interaction.  It is the enjoyment of the activity that will contribute to their overall sense of happiness and well-being.

If you need help choosing an appropriate activity for someone affected by dementia, click here to view our guidelines.