SCARY AUNT SALLY
Alice and Tom don't enjoy visiting their mother’s Aunt Sally. She has dementia, doesn't recognise them and can sometimes seem frightening and confusing.
But then they discover some old costumes and photographs from Aunt Sally's past — and something wonderful happens.
Music and memories help Alice and Tom discover the person behind the dementia.
A gentle story about family, memory, music and understanding
"The story is lovely, a really good read and does a lot to dispel some of the fears about dementia and how it affects a person. I love the link to Aunt Sally's past and how this can be bought in to show she is still there and able to engage with things she loves."
Hilda Hayo, CEO and Chief Admiral Nurse, Dementia UK.
SCARY AUNT SALLY and the TIME OUT CLUB
Aunt Sally's story continues as her family, friends and neighbours discover how much can be achieved when a community comes together.
An old miners' hall is brought back to life as a community centre, providing a place where people living with dementia and their carers can meet, have fun and support one another.
“Scary Aunt Sally” and the Time Out Club is a warm, compassionate and deeply moving story that helps children understand dementia and explore feelings of confusion, fear and love. Inspired by real-life experience and the creation of the Time Out Club, it encourages empathy, patience and understanding while celebrating the importance of community and support. A heartfelt and hopeful book that helps families, schools and communities talk about dementia and nurture kindness."
Dr Rashi Arya
Consultant Psychiatrist for Older adults
MBBSMD FRCPsych MSc Med PGCME
More adventures are coming
Three more Scary Aunt Sally stories are currently in development. The adventures will continue to explore dementia, family life and the many ways in which communities can help.
Every book purchased helps spread understanding and supports organisations working with families affected by dementia