Abstract:
A photo album kit specifically tailored to assist friends and loved ones in helping those suffering from short-term memory loss. The device allows a friend or loved one to collect photographs, audio, scents and textures for review with the affected individual. The device includes an audio playback means, allowing specific audio to be played with a given picture or page. Further, the device includes a means for affixing scented fabrics and textures to allow the patient exposure to familiar smells and feelings in order to rekindle a memory. The kit may have pages specifically formatted for genealogy or bibliographies, to assist the patient's recollection of the names and relations of loved ones. The present invention also includes a method of using an album with photos, sounds and scents to facilitate the recovery of those with short-term memory loss.