Brain Exercises for Seniors

In Word Squares, the aim is to find as many words as possible made from the letters in the grid.

Short Description:

You may only use each letter in the word square once.

To make it fun and find the most words, make any recognizable word of any length, including names and plurals.

If you like more difficulty, you might include the central letter in every word or make the minimum word length three or four letters.

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Directions for Caregivers:

Find the words together, give clues if needed. To make it a little easier, you could ask the person you are with to find words starting with a particular letter.

When you write down your words, group them by the same starting letter in each group. This makes it easier to see which words you have already found.

Give out individual sheets, or use a large whiteboard.

With the whiteboard, draw the word square, and write their answers for all to see. Be sure to use a wipeable whiteboard marker.

Early and middle-stage dementia.

Find the words together, give clues if needed. Maybe ask the person to find words starting with a particular letter if they are stuck. This is a little easier.

Write the found words in columns with all the words in each column, starting with the same letter. This makes it easier to see which words you have already found.

Give hints. Maybe point to a written word, for instance, “CARD.” Ask: What happens if I take away the D?

A whiteboard is an excellent visual aid.

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In Word Squares, the aim is to find as many words as possible made from the letters in the grid. With a little bit of imagination and some strategic thinking, your whole family can enjoy this fun word game.

Brain Exercises for Seniors, like 9 Letter Squares, is perfect for players of all ages and skill levels. Looking for a way to have fun and boost brain power? Word Squares is the perfect game! Players of all ages, from young kids to seniors, can enjoy its simple yet engaging gameplay. All you need to do is use your creativity and strategic thinking skills - with little imagination, see how many words you can make out of each nine-letter grid! Add an extra challenge by creating longer words – hours of family entertainment await as you sharpen up both mind and vocabulary together.

9 Letter Word Squares is a fun, brain-boosting word game that will keep you entertained for hours. The aim of the game is to find as many words as possible made from the letters in the grid. The larger the word, the more points it’s worth. With its simple yet addictive gameplay, everyone can be entertained, and the whole family can play together.

In 9 letter word squares, you get to choose how long and challenging you want your game to be! Check out our Brain Exercises for Seniors category for more activities! We also make a Monthly Activity Box.

Brain Exercises for Seniors