Crosswords for the aged: 72 crosswords on 24 themes for Low, Medium and High Care.

Crosswords for the aged: 72 crosswords on 24 themes for Low, Medium and High Care, by Fran West.

These crossword puzzles are taken from Words of Wisdom: an activities magazine for the aged care community  Issues 1-4.

There are three different levels provided for the crosswords. These levels are denoted by a star system.

One Star: Indicates suitability for those in high care (following individual assessment by a professional). Ten words are provided in the crosswords.

Two Stars: Indicates suitability for those in medium care (following individual assessment by a professional). Twenty words are provided in the crosswords.

Three Stars: Indicates suitability for those in low level of care (following individual assessment by a professional). Thirty words are provided in the crosswords.

In each of the crosswords, the actual words to be found are also included on the right hand side of the page. The font size for each level also varies to make it easier for people doing the crosswords.

Ideal for use with dementia patients and provides an activity for general use either in an aged care facility, day care centre or at home.

The answers to the crosswords are found at the end.

To order copies of Words of Wisdom magazine, contact fran@franwest.com.