Stay Sharp Program

Healthy Aging Begins at the Library: Discover Our Stay Sharp Kits

The Rourk Branch Library, in collaboration with the Friends of the Library – Rourk Branch, is proud to introduce the Stay Sharp Program, a new initiative supporting the brain health and lifelong learning of seniors in our community.

This initiative was launched as part of our commitment to healthy aging—recognizing that staying mentally active is just as important as physical wellness. Thanks to funding from the BEMC Foundation, donations from Friends of the Library, and generous contributions from individuals in our community, we've developed 10 Stay Sharp Kits now available for checkout.

📦 Each kit includes:

• Engaging puzzles and word games

• Books related to themed interests (like gardening, cats, or travel)

• Activities that encourage memory recall, creativity, and motor skills

Whether you're a senior hoping to stay sharp, a caregiver looking for tools to engage a loved one, or a lifelong learner, these kits provide enjoyable, stimulating activities that help slow cognitive decline and support those affected by dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Topics include:

• Gardening & Outdoor Life

• Gentle Movement & Mindfulness

• Cats & Pets

• American History

• Travel Adventures

• Fishing & Outdoor Recreation

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📚 All Brunswick County Library cardholders can check out a Stay Sharp Kit from their local branch.

With this initiative, we’re helping older adults remain curious, connected, and cognitively engaged—one kit at a time.