If the person you are with has good general knowledge, ask the question first, if they can’t answer, then give them the answer options.

If you have different abilities in the group always ask the participants not to answer until all the answer options are read out. That will give everyone a chance to give their opinion, not just the fast thinkers.

Early and middle-stage memory care/dementia.

Give short, clear instructions for each question. For example, say, “Let’s try this question. I’ll read it to you, and you can choose A, B, or C.”

If choosing between A, B, or C seems complicated, consider offering just two choices or guiding them by saying, “I think it might be between A or B. What do you think?”

Encourage guessing of the answer even if they don’t know it. The objective is inclusive, active participation where nobody feels silly for getting it wrong.

The goal is to enjoy the time together, not to get every answer right. If they are unable to answer, don’t linger too long—gently move to the next question or skip it if needed. The goal is to enjoy the time together, not to get every answer right. If they are unable to answer, don’t linger too long—gently move to the next question or skip it if needed.