Cognitive Exercises for Dementia
Evidence-based cognitive stimulation exercises for patients with mild-to-moderate dementia, suitable for use at home with a caregiver companion.
What is inside this guide?
This guide contains structured cognitive exercises designed to slow decline in mild-to-moderate dementia:
- Memory exercises: association techniques, spaced retrieval, and daily journalling
- Language stimulation: word games, reading aloud, and storytelling
- Attention training: simple focus-building tasks with progressive difficulty
- Meaningful daily activities: integrating cognitive stimulation into daily routines
- Caregiver guidance: how to facilitate exercise sessions patiently and effectively
- Weekly exercise schedule: a fillable timetable that can be adapted to individual needs