She describes the bear as ‘a companion, someone to chat to and a distraction from anxiety, fear or pain.’ Read her story below, alongside a knitting pattern so you can make your own ‘Snuggle Bear’ ...

She describes the bear as ‘a companion, someone to chat to and a distraction from anxiety, fear or pain.’ Read her story below, alongside a knitting pattern so you can make your own ‘Snuggle Bear’ ...

What started out as a solo project, inspired by her mom who had Alzheimer's disease ... who have been making fidget aprons for people with dementia. It's a traditional apron — ones that ...

However, it’s the quilts with zippers, belt loops, and other trinkets that make a difference. They’re called “fidget quilts ... to dementia and Alzheimer’s patients.