We have been asked by the Colorado Visiting Nurse Association to help provide quilts and fiddle Items for their Hospice patients. Their hospice census averages about 10 patients per month. 

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1) Quilts: (Sewn Only) 

• Fabrics for any patient to offer comfort in Hospice. These will be used during care and given to the family to keep after the patient has passed.​

• A variety of fabrics for all genders and interests are appreciated. Nurses pick out just the right quilt for the right patient. 

• Approximate Lapghan size is 36x48"; perfect for folks resting in bed or sitting in a chair. All quilts need to be between 36x48 the smallest and 45x60 the biggest.

• All styles such as Quilts, rag quilts, fleece/flannel/cotton blankets as long as they are special and will make an impact for the family. 

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2) Twiddle Muffs: knit/crochet Twiddle muffs are wonderful at providing a comforting sensory experience. Patients will redirect their fidgeting to the muff. items on both the outside and inside keep it fun. 

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3) FIDDLE MATS

Creating a mat is part art, part science. Following the motto "First Do No Harm," Crafting Change has developed this project using science-based research to complement our craftivists' creativity.

 

Why Fiddle Mats?

• Individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, or aging often show anxiety or agitation through their hands, fidgeting with clothes, blankets, wounds, or IVs. Fiddle mats provide different textures and activities—such as things to open, push, or slide—to help soothe this fidgeting and restore calm.

Crafting Guidelines:

• Approved Squares: Use squares from our approved library only.

• Balance: Ensure your mat has a balance of elements from each category: Functional, Sensory, and Auditory.

• Color Choices: Read our entire document on color choices to ensure your mat soothes, rather than agitates, the patient.

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