May 13, 2008
A Memory Lifebook for Dementia
A device called the MEMENTO Memory LifeBook is designed as a wearable mobile memory aid for elderly individuals with mild-to-moderate dementia. The goal was to design a user friendly, ergonomic device to serve the unique needs of this population. The product aims to allow the elderly demented users to manage their lives more effectively and efficiently by providing them with the confidence and ability to carry on their day-to-day living as independently and normally as possible. The device is conceptualized as giving them the opportunity to maintain their usual functioning for as long as possible by giving cognitive assistance in various spheres: e.g. maintaining contacts, reminiscence, carying out everyday routine tasks, keeping track of appointments, and maintaining consistent medication routines and other tasks.
Developed by a product design student in Singapore, MEMENTO is a design idea to offer a personal assistance device to help people suffering from dementia. The goal is to help with communication, remembering events in one's life, and keeping tabs on important to-do's and objects that need to be kept in mind.
MEMENTO Website (for more information and images)
Source: Medgadget