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Bunco Game Set

Bunco Game Set

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What Is Bunco Game?

Bunco is a social dice game that is typically played with a group of people.  Bunco is a simple and fast paced game that is often played at parties or other gatherings.  No special equipment is required other than dice and scorecards, making it easy to set up and play.

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Products available through Always Home Connected are sold for adult use and are not intended for use by children.

Product Size

Standard Bunco dice are typically 16mm in size. The scorecards and instructions may vary in size. 

Material

The dice are typically made of plastic or acrylic. Scorecards are often printed on paper or cardstock. The game may include a bell or other accessories made of various materials.

Benefits

Social Interaction: Bunco is a social game that encourages interaction and engagement with others. It can help individuals with dementia stay socially active.

Cognitive Stimulation: Playing Bunco involves counting and keeping track of scores, which can provide cognitive stimulation and memory exercise. 

Enjoyment: It offers a fun and enjoyable activity, reducing feelings of isolation and promoting emotional well-being. 

Delivery Info

The delivery time and cost depend on where you live, when purchased and if in-stock.  

Relevance to Dementia Stage

Early Stage: Bunco can be enjoyable and engaging for individuals in the early stage of dementia who are looking for social interaction and cognitive stimulation. 

Middle Stage: In the middle stage, simplified versions of the game or adaptations may be more suitable to cater to individuals' needs. 

Late Stage: Depending on the individual's cognitive abilities, very simplified versions or modified games may be relevant. The social and familiar aspects of the game can still be beneficial.

Please note that the suitability of Bunco for individuals with dementia may vary based on their personal preferences, abilities, and the specific adaptation of the game. Customizing the game to fit the cognitive and physical abilities of the individual is often recommended.

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Preparing for a Bunco Game

In order to prepare, arrange players in tables of 4.  Since Bunco is usually played with larger groups, multiple tables are suggested. Each table should have 3 sets of dice.  Create scorecards with columns  for rounds and number 1 to 6 (corresponding to the 6 sides of the die) and a space for the players name.

Bunco Game Supplies and Components

Start with 3 standard six-sided dice and scorecards and pencils for each player.

How to Play Bunco: Example of Play

Bunco is played in 6 rounds and each round corresponds with the number 1 through 6 on a standard die. For round 1, players rolls the three dice aiming to get as many “1s” as possible. Every time they roll a “1”, they earn a point. Players continue around the table, each taking a turn to roll the 3 dice. The round ends when a player at the table accumulates 21 points or more in “1s”.  When this happens, they shout BUNCO! To signal the end of the round.  Rounds 2-6 continue in the same manner with different target numbers. For example, in Round 2, players roll for “2s”; Round 3, players roll for “3s” and so on until players finish all 6 Rounds.

After all six rounds are played, players tally up their total points from all rounds on their scorecards.  The player with the most points wins!