# Golden Moments (dementiaactivities.games)

> Free, gentle browser games and practical activity guides for people living with dementia and their caregivers. No sign-up, no timers, no scores. Recreational and informational only: not medical advice, and no claims to diagnose, treat or prevent dementia.

Key facts:
- All games are free, run in a web browser and need no account.
- Games have no timer, score, levels or penalties; pictures stay visible by default.
- Photos used in Photo pairs stay in the browser and are never uploaded.
- Guides cite public sources such as the National Institute on Aging, the Alzheimer’s Association, Cochrane and The Lancet.
- Full text summaries: https://dementiaactivities.games/llms-full.txt

## Games
- [Picture pairs](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/picture-pairs/): A free, gentle matching game for people living with dementia. Large pictures stay visible, there is no timer or score, and you choose 4 to 12 tiles.
- [Find the same](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/find-the-same/): One picture at the top, two to four below. Tap the one that is the same. A calm, free picture game for people living with dementia, with no timer.
- [Sort together](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/sort-together/): Tap a picture, then tap the basket it belongs in: kitchen or garden, fruit or animals. A calm, free sorting activity for people living with dementia.
- [Picture puzzle](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/picture-puzzle/): An easy online jigsaw for people living with dementia: 4 or 9 large pieces, the whole picture stays visible, and you tap two pieces to swap them.
- [Finish the saying](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/finish-the-saying/): Familiar American sayings with the last word missing, like "A penny saved is a penny ___". Tap a choice or show the ending, then talk about it.
- [Large-print word search](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/word-search/): A free large-print word search for seniors and people living with dementia. Few words, big letters, words across and down only. Play online or print.
- [Coloring pages](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/coloring/): Simple, adult coloring pages with big areas: tap a color, then tap the picture. No mess, no wrong colors, and every page can be printed for free.
- [Conversation cards](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/conversation-cards/): Picture cards with gentle conversation starters for people living with dementia: no quizzing, no right answers. Use on screen or print the full set.
- [Photo pairs](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/photo-pairs/): Turn your own family photos into a gentle matching game. Choose 2 to 6 photos on your device; they stay in your browser and are never uploaded.
- [Picture bingo](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/picture-bingo/): Free printable picture bingo for memory care and senior groups, with a large on-screen caller. Big pictures with words, 9 or 16 squares, no reading needed.
- [Calm breathing](https://dementiaactivities.games/games/calm-breathing/): A slow, quiet breathing pause to share: a gentle circle grows and shrinks for six breaths. You start it, and you can stop any time.

## Activities for People with Dementia
- [Activities for People with Dementia: 101 Simple Ideas](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/ideas/): 101 simple, adult activities for people living with dementia, from folding towels to music and photos, with how to adapt each one as things get harder.
- [Activities for Early-Stage Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/early-stage/): Activity ideas for early-stage dementia: hobbies, games, outings, writing and planning together, with small changes that keep the person enjoying them and in charge.
- [Activities for Middle-Stage Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/middle-stage/): Simple activities for middle-stage dementia: useful jobs, music, photos and easy games, with step-by-step setup and ways to turn restlessness into something to do.
- [Activities for Late-Stage Dementia, Including in Bed or a Chair](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/late-stage/): Gentle activities for late-stage dementia, including for someone in bed or a chair: music, touch, reading aloud, sounds and simply being together, with safety notes.
- [Music Activities for People with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/music/): How to share music with someone living with dementia: building a personal playlist by era and genre, 15 simple music activities, and tips for every stage.
- [Reminiscence Activities: Memory Boxes, Life Stories and Photos](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/reminiscence/): How to share memories with someone living with dementia without quizzing: photo talk, memory boxes and life-story books, with phrases that keep it relaxed.
- [Sensory Activities for People with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/sensory/): Sensory activities for people living with dementia, from hand massage to fabric baskets and nature sounds, with clear safety notes on choking, allergies and scents.
- [Household Tasks as Activities for People with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/household-tasks/): Folding, sorting, setting the table and simple cooking can be meaningful activities for people with dementia. How to set them up, adapt them and keep them safe.
- [Arts and Crafts for Adults with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/arts-and-crafts/): Adult arts and crafts ideas for people living with dementia, from watercolor and collage to flower arranging, with tips on setup, adapting and process over product.
- [Outdoor and Gardening Activities for People with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/outdoor-and-gardening/): Gardening and outdoor activity ideas for people living with dementia, with raised beds, container gardens, and safety tips for heat, sun and wandering.
- [Activities for Men with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/for-men/): Activity ideas for men living with dementia, built on past work, hobbies and routines rather than stereotypes, with tips for adapting each one safely.
- [Group Activities for Dementia: A Guide for Care Homes and Day Programs](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/care-home-groups/): Group activities for memory care, nursing homes and adult day programs: picture bingo, sing-alongs and reminiscence groups, plus seating and group size tips.
- [Visiting Someone with Dementia in Memory Care or the Hospital](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/visiting/): What to do when visiting someone with dementia in memory care, a nursing home or the hospital: what to bring, simple activities, short visits and leaving well.
- [Phone and Video Call Activities for Someone with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/phone-and-video-calls/): Video call and phone activities for long-distance family of someone with dementia: show-and-tell, reading aloud, singing, shared-screen games and tips for helpers.
- [A Gentle Daily Routine for Someone Living with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/daily-routine/): A flexible sample day for someone living with dementia, with meals, activities and rest in a steady rhythm, plus how to build your own and adapt it on harder days.
- [Free Printable Dementia Activities](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/printable/): Free printable dementia activities: large-print word search, coloring pages, conversation cards and picture bingo, plus tips for printing them well.
- [Activities and Games for People with Alzheimer's](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/alzheimers/): Activities and games for people with Alzheimer's at each stage, built on the long-held skills and memories that often last, with free games to play together.
- [Memory Games for Seniors with Dementia: Gentle Versions That Don't Test](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/memory-games/): Matching, picture and card games for seniors with dementia, and how to play them so nobody feels tested: pictures face up, fewer pairs, no score, play as a team.
- [Easy Trivia for Seniors with Dementia, Without the Pressure](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/trivia/): 50 easy trivia questions for seniors with dementia, with answer choices and talking points, plus how to run trivia so nobody feels tested or left out.
- [Puzzles for People with Dementia: Jigsaws, Word Puzzles and Easy Online Puzzles](https://dementiaactivities.games/activities/puzzles/): How to choose jigsaw, word and online puzzles for someone with dementia: piece size, pictures, large print, doing it together, and when to make it simpler.

## Caregiving Guides
- [How to Play Games with Someone Who Has Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/caregiving/how-to-play-together/): A practical guide to playing games with someone living with dementia: setting up, pacing, never correcting, making games easier, and knowing when to stop.
- [Communication Tips for Talking with Someone Who Has Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/caregiving/communication-tips/): Practical ways to talk with someone living with dementia: how to set up a conversation, what to say instead of quizzing or correcting, and how to listen.
- [When Someone with Dementia Refuses or Gets Frustrated with an Activity](https://dementiaactivities.games/caregiving/when-they-say-no/): Why a person living with dementia may refuse or get upset with an activity, what to try instead, what to avoid, and when a sudden change needs a doctor.
- [Sundowning: Calm Late-Afternoon Activities for People with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/caregiving/late-day-restlessness/): Gentle routines, room changes and calm activities that may ease late-day restlessness in dementia, plus when to call a doctor about new or worsening symptoms.
- [Setting Up a Tablet or Phone for Someone with Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/caregiving/tablets-and-screens/): Step-by-step tablet and phone setup for someone with dementia: lock to one app, larger text, fewer notifications, a simple home screen, volume and privacy.
- [How to Choose Dementia Apps and Games](https://dementiaactivities.games/caregiving/choosing-apps-and-games/): A caregiver's checklist for choosing dementia apps and games: start with your goal, avoid timers and ads, check privacy, and read evidence claims with care.
- [Caregiver Self-Care: Respite, Support and Signs of Burnout](https://dementiaactivities.games/caregiving/caregiver-self-care/): Signs of caregiver burnout, how to find respite and support groups, and free US helplines, including the Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline and Eldercare Locator.

## Brain Health: What the Research Says
- [Can Dementia Be Prevented? What the Research Says](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/can-dementia-be-prevented/): What the 2024 Lancet Commission and major trials found about lowering dementia risk, what they did not find, and steps to talk over with a doctor.
- [Dementia Risk Factors: The 14 the Lancet Commission Named](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/risk-factors/): The 14 changeable dementia risk factors named by the 2024 Lancet Commission, by life stage, with what research links and what you can talk over with a doctor.
- [Do Brain Games Prevent Dementia? What the Evidence Shows](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/brain-games/): What research says about brain games and dementia: cognitive stimulation, computer brain training, the ACTIVE trial and the FTC Lumosity case, explained plainly.
- [Intermittent Fasting and Dementia: What the Research Says](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/fasting/): Human evidence on intermittent fasting and dementia is limited and early. Learn the risks for older adults and why eating enough matters more with dementia.
- [MIND and Mediterranean Diets and Dementia: What the Research Says](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/diet/): What research says about the MIND and Mediterranean diets and dementia, why a major trial found no clear benefit, and how to help someone with dementia eat well.
- [Exercise and Brain Health: What Research Links and How to Move Safely](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/exercise/): What research links between physical activity and dementia risk, plus safe, enjoyable ways for older adults and people with dementia to move.
- [Sleep and Brain Health: What Research Suggests and What Helps](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/sleep/): What research suggests about sleep and dementia risk, why the brain-clearing research is still early, and practical sleep habits for older adults and caregivers.
- [Hearing Loss and Dementia Risk: What the Research Shows](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/hearing/): Why hearing loss is a leading dementia risk factor, what the ACHIEVE hearing aid trial really found, and how to get hearing checked and talk more easily.
- [Social Connection and Brain Health: Loneliness, Isolation and Dementia](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/social-connection/): How loneliness and social isolation are linked with dementia risk, what the Surgeon General's advisory said, and simple ways to stay connected together.
- [Early Signs of Dementia and When to See a Doctor](https://dementiaactivities.games/brain-health/warning-signs/): Common early signs of dementia, how they differ from typical aging, treatable causes of memory problems, and how to prepare for a doctor's appointment.

## About
- [Our approach](https://dementiaactivities.games/about/): why the games avoid timers, scores and quizzing.
- [Editorial policy](https://dementiaactivities.games/editorial-policy/): sources, review and corrections.
- [For organizations](https://dementiaactivities.games/for-organizations/): free use in care homes, libraries and support groups, and text for resource lists.
- [Printable handout](https://dementiaactivities.games/handout/): one page for families and caregiver packets.
- [Health information notice](https://dementiaactivities.games/medical-disclaimer/)
- [Privacy](https://dementiaactivities.games/privacy/)
- [Golden Moments app](https://dementiaactivities.games/app/): iPhone, iPad and Android.
- [App help](https://dementiaactivities.games/help/): gentle games, family photos, offline play and removing copies.
- [App privacy policy](https://dementiaactivities.games/app-privacy/): family photos stay on the device; no account or photo upload.
- [Safety and intended use](https://dementiaactivities.games/safety/): recreation, not diagnosis, testing or treatment.
- [Legal and privacy information](https://dementiaactivities.games/legal/)
- [Support](https://dementiaactivities.games/support/)