Accreditation by
Dementia Services Development Centre
The University of Stirling
(Key at bottom of page)
Sentimental Seaside Puzzle
Awarded 1b (Equivalent to Silver)
'well considered in its design as an effective activity to stimulate and encourage interactions'
'The puzzle’s positive features were felt to equally benefit both the caregiver and the resident/patient by supporting conversation and meaningful engagement.'
The Dementia Services Development Centre at the University of Stirling have undertaken a review of this product and have rated it’s design in relation to dementia design principles and it’s usability within a dementia-inclusive environment. For ease of dentification, the suitability of the product is classified by number with corresponding explanation of use, within the ratings key provided.
The DSDC Accredited Product logo is awarded on the merit of the individual product and colour-way. This accreditation does not merit the manufacture or final application of the product. Whilst every endeavour has made to ensure the ratings are reflective of the products suitability and applied use at the time of print, DSDC cannot be held responsible for the application of the final product, it’s performance or its interface with other products or finishes. For an environment to be considered ‘dementia- inclusive’ or ‘dementia-friendly’ careful consideration must be given to the specification of adjoining finishes, their performance specification (for example light reflectance value (LRV), slip resistance and use of pattern) and their suitability for their intended use.
The Curiosity Box
Awarded 1b (Equivalent to Silver)
'interesting activity which would allow people living with dementia to rummage and explore the contents.'
'The positive features of the box and contents were felt to be more beneficial to the resident/patient by offering an activity with options to explore independently.'
The Dementia Services Development Centre at the University of Stirling have undertaken a review of this product and have rated it’s design in relation to dementia design principles and it’s usability within a dementia-inclusive environment. For ease of dentification, the suitability of the product is classified by number with corresponding explanation of use, within the ratings key provided.
The DSDC Accredited Product logo is awarded on the merit of the individual product and colour-way. This accreditation does not merit the manufacture or final application of the product. Whilst every endeavour has made to ensure the ratings are reflective of the products suitability and applied use at the time of print, DSDC cannot be held responsible for the application of the final product, it’s performance or its interface with other products or finishes. For an environment to be considered ‘dementia- inclusive’ or ‘dementia-friendly’ careful consideration must be given to the specification of adjoining finishes, their performance specification (for example light reflectance value (LRV), slip resistance and use of pattern) and their suitability for their intended use.
Premium Adult Colouring Book
Awarded 1b (Equivalent to Silver)
'a good activity which has the potential to stimulate cognitive ability, creativity and encourage interactions with people living with early to mid stage dementia.'
'by supporting conversation and by providing a meaningful activity that can be enjoyed together.'
The Dementia Services Development Centre at the University of Stirling have undertaken a review of this product and have rated it’s design in relation to dementia design principles and it’s usability within a dementia-inclusive environment. For ease of dentification, the suitability of the product is classified by number with corresponding explanation of use, within the ratings key provided.
The DSDC Accredited Product logo is awarded on the merit of the individual product and colour-way. This accreditation does not merit the manufacture or final application of the product. Whilst every endeavour has made to ensure the ratings are reflective of the products suitability and applied use at the time of print, DSDC cannot be held responsible for the application of the final product, it’s performance or its interface with other products or finishes. For an environment to be considered ‘dementia- inclusive’ or ‘dementia-friendly’ careful consideration must be given to the specification of adjoining finishes, their performance specification (for example light reflectance value (LRV), slip resistance and use of pattern) and their suitability for their intended use.
DSDC Product Accreditation Rating Key
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class 1a
Products within this rating meet 90-100% of the criteria for dementia design principles.
Class 1b
Products within this rating meet 75 - 89% of the criteria for dementia design principles.
Class 2
Products within this rating meet 60 -74% of the criteria for dementia design principles.
Not suitable
Products within this rating meet less than 60% of the criteria for dementia design principles and as a result are deemed unsuitable for use by people with dementia.
The Design Principles outlined within this document have been prepared for the purposes of the DSDC Design Product Accreditation and are informed by research in this field (Bowes et al, 2019), (Fleming et al, 2008) and we note that not all principles will be relevant to all products.
The DSDC Accredited product logo is awarded on the merit of the individual product and/ or colourway. This accreditation does not merit the final application. Whilst every endeavor has been made to ensure the ratings are reflective of the product's suitability and applied use at the time of print, DSDC cannot be held responsible for the application of the final product, its performance or its interface with other products or finishes.