Top jigsaw puzzles for the elderly

There are plenty of elderly activities for people to choose from but one of the most enjoyable and brain-challenging activity is a jigsaw puzzle. A jigsaw puzzle can be completed in the warmth and security of your own home. They can be completed by yourself or with your partner, friends and family. You don't have to complete it in one session, which makes jigsaws even better. They also give the brain a workout, which is vital when you are in your older years. There are plenty to choose from so Lifeline24 is here to show you some of our top tips in this elderly activities genre.

Elderly Activities - Wasgij

Wasgij brings a whole new concept to the table with their puzzles. You know things are going to be different just by looking at the name - which is jigsaw spelled backwards! They are certainly one of the most challenging jigsaw collections on the market. Split into different collections the main aim of the game here is to not put together the image on the box, but to put together a vision of what happens next or a different version of the same image. Collections includes:

• Original - Puzzle what a certain person on the board is looking at
• Mystery - Puzzle what happens next to the characters on the board
• Destiny - Puzzle what the characters and scene will look like in the future
• Imagine - Puzzle a board character's dream into a reality
• Back to - opposite to destiny, puzzle what the scene would look like in days gone by

Despite the challenge, these puzzles do offer a great sense of achievement when your 'new' image begins to show itself. You cannot help but make comparisons between the finished puzzle and the image on the box.

Jan Van Haasteren

Manufactured by Jumbo Games, these cartoon styled puzzles are highly detailed, colourful and hilarious. Jan Van Haasteren has been designing puzzles for decades and has trademark details in every puzzle. Items to look out for include the shark's fin, Saint Nicholas, the hands, the dentures and of course a portrait of the man himself. Each crazy puzzle takes a look at different scenes within certain surroundings. Examples include The Antique Show, The Golf Course, The Playground, The Office, The Tennis Court and Under The Sea. Pretty much every location and scenario has been thought of by this artist - who continues to create masterpieces to this very day. These puzzles are definitely ones that you can complete with your grandchildren - they will find the images very funny! Sizes available include; 500, 1000, 1500, 2000 and 5000 pieces puzzles. 1000 pieces the regular size for a puzzle but if you are up for the challenge then go for the huge 5000 one.

Ravensburger puzzles

These puzzles have more of a realism effect compared to the previous two collections. Ravensburger switch between famous landmarks to scenarios similar to those used in the Jan Van Haasteren collection. Examples of these puzzles include:

• Around the World - San Francisco, Paris,
• Happy Days - Blackpool, London,
• London Piccadilly
• Country Cottages
• Sydney Fireworks
• The Supermarket
• The Cricket Match
• The Airport

These puzzles are finished in a lovely vintage style which gives them that professional look. Different sizes are available which means you can make the decision of how hard to challenge yourself.

3D Jigsaw Puzzles

3D puzzles offer a whole different challenge to your regular jigsaw. These puzzles give you the chance to create your very own version of landmarks from around the globe. Examples include Big Ben, The Eiffel Tower, Tower Bridge, One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building. There are also football stadiums are on offer such as Stamford Bridge, The Emirates Stadium and Old Trafford. Pieces come in all shapes and sizes and have been created to all fit together perfectly as you work your way through the puzzle. These puzzles can be challenging and will require patience if you are to complete them correctly. Too much force could damage the piece and it may not fit in its allocated spot. These puzzles could be more suite to a couple of players rather than you doing it by yourself.

Puzzle in peace

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