18 Engaging Free Activities for Early-stage Alzheimer’s.

For Body and Mind.

About this Activity

Engaging in activities can be very helpful for people with early-stage Alzheimer's disease.

Activities like puzzles, gentle exercise, or arts and crafts help keep the brain active and can slow down memory loss. They also improve mood and reduce anxiety, making people feel happier and more relaxed. Additionally, staying socially and mentally active can boost self-esteem and provide a sense of accomplishment, which is important for overall well-being. So, regular activities are a simple and enjoyable way to support brain health and maintain a better quality of life for those with early Alzheimer's.

Here is a selection of our activities, specially curated with early-stage Alzheimer's and other dementias in mind.

Split words game, Vegetables.

Proverbs activity worksheet.

Short story memory exercise.

Using trigger photos for conversation.

Reminiscing, school and education.

Word clues, letter W.

Matching numbers game.

Worksheet for letter B category word game.

Math quiz, plus or minus.

Opposites word game.

One of our exercise pages.

Food quiz with multiple choice answers.

True or false animal quiz.

Fruit or vegetable quiz.

Easy crinkled paper picture craft.

Recycle jars and yarn. Craft.

Delicious chocolate strawberries recipe.

60+ Coloring pages.

Dementia Information

If you are looking for information about dementia, the Dementia Society of America is a very useful source. https://www.dementiasociety.org/

Here is a link to our Quiz Section, where you will find many more fun activities, many of which are suitable for early-stage Alzheimer's.

You might also like to browse our 'Caregiver Stories' section, where you will find advice and people who have shared their experiences with dementia.