Fidget quilts, also known as sensory quilts or activity blankets, are an excellent resource for individuals with autism, dementia, or other cognitive challenges. With their various textures and ...

You’ve probably heard about the fidget toy trend that’s been around in recent years – Fidget Spinners, Pop-Its, fidget cubes. But have you heard of fidget quilts? Fidget quilts are a form of sensory ...

Vicki Purnell has been making fidget quilts for people living with dementia for the last six years. While there's little research on the effectiveness of the quilts, the small, colourful items are ...

Cathy Dunbar and Beth McBrine often finish each others’ sentences, interjecting with stories and jokes. The lifelong friends grew up on Maple Street in Hantsport and, although distance separated them ...