Many older adults—especially those living with Dementia or cognitive impairments—struggle with the unfamiliar environment of a hospital stay. Feelings of confusion, anxiety, and isolation can quickly emerge.
RITA devices transform this experience.
These touchscreen systems offer personalised reminiscence therapy through nostalgic music, films, games, photo slideshows, and interactive activities that gently stimulate, engage, and comfort patients. By reconnecting them with memories from their youth, RITA helps individuals feel safer, calmer, and more in control in what can otherwise be a distressing environment.
💙 Why RITA Matters

Reduces agitation, confusion, and distress
Promotes meaningful engagement and social interaction
Helps settle patients without the need for sedation
Supports staff by improving communication and cooperation
Enhances overall patient wellbeing and hospital experience

Currently, our devices are limited to specific wards.
With your support, we can extend this life‑changing technology to many more patients across the hospital.
🎯 Our Goal
To secure additional RITA devices so every older adult who needs comfort, connection, and cognitive support during their hospital stay can access it—no matter which ward they are admitted to.
🙌 How Your Contribution Helps
Your donation directly funds new RITA units, ensuring:

More patients can benefit from reminiscence therapy
More staff have tools to provide compassionate care
More families see their loved ones comforted, engaged, and reassured

Together, we can create calmer wards, happier patients, and a more supportive hospital environment.
❤️ Help Us Bring Joy, Comfort, and Connection to Those Who Need It Most. Ami Barrington-Hunt