Of all the people that visit our shop in Greenwich older people are the ones that are the most pleased to see that the games they played as children and young adults are still around.

We have sold games to clubs run for older people and to residential care homes for the elderly.

Many older people still see television as an essentially passive activity and would much rather be involved in a decent game of cribbage, canasta or bingo. Garden games such as Boules and Croquet provide gentle exercise and a reason to spend the afternoon in the sunshine.

Regular mental challenges are important for people of all ages. Special benefits for older people may include helping to generate new brain cells, reduce the risk of developing dementia and slow or even reverse the progress of mental aging, such as forgetfulness.

While a lot of studies are still in the early stages lots of people will tell you they can feel the positive results of a mental work out - such as a game of bridge or chess.

At our page of products for older people we've brought together some of the games that we've already sold to homes and clubs for older people to give you some ideas.