Wabasha County Libraries Memory Minder Kits

Memory Minder Kits first became available at the Wabasha Public Library in 2021 and have been implemented at all three public libraries in Wabasha County. 

According to the Plainview News, the kits can be checked out for two weeks, similar to a book. Kit contents are evidence-based and provide a variety of interactive activities to boost brain function. 

The kits are outfitted with instructions, guidance, materials and supplies to facilitate a variety of evidence-based interactive exercises and activities that stimulate the mind and memory. 

Examples of activities include puzzles; word, coloring and memory games; conversation starter cards and picture books; relaxing music CDs.

Based on the level, activities are designed to prevent cognitive decline for older adults that want to maintain their mental functioning. Other kits target caregivers of seniors who are experiencing mild to extensive memory loss. 

Memory Minder Kits can be found at the Plainview Public Library (three kits are available), Wabasha Public Library (11 kits are available), and the Lake City Public Library (three kits are available).