Gentle, large-print activities made with care

Gentle & Comforting Dementia Activities for Seniors

Gentle & Comforting Dementia Activities for Seniors by Rita Dennison

100+ Easy Large-Print Puzzles, Brain Games, Coloring Pages & Reminiscence Prompts with Caregiver Guidance, for Calm, Connection & Joy

Calm, Dignified Activities for Quieter Moments Together.

This large-print collection offers more than 100 approachable activities for people living with dementia or memory changes, with caregiver guidance for choosing, adapting, and sharing the pages.

Book type
Activity Book
Available formats
Paperback

About this book

What It Is

A large-print activity book for people living with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other memory changes. It contains more than 100 puzzles, matching and sorting activities, reminiscence prompts, word activities, visual games, coloring pages, and drawing exercises.

  • More than 100 activities
  • Matching, sorting, word, and visual activities
  • Reminiscence prompts that invite stories without testing
  • Coloring and gentle drawing exercises
  • Solutions, caregiver guidance, and conversation starters

The book was designed to feel adult, warm, and dignified rather than childish or clinical. Families and caregivers can choose a suitable page, use it for a short period, and put it aside without pressure.

Look Inside

The updated Dementia Activities cover with an introduction to over 100 gentle large-print activities for seniors living with dementia or memory changes.Six activity sections: Recognition & Matching, Sorting & Spotting, Reminiscence & Conversation, Word Activities, Visual Games & Puzzles, and Drawing & Coloring, with sample pages.Enjoy it alone or together: sample conversation starters, reminiscence activities, and optional caregiver guidance.Sample word activities, visual games, and coloring pages for quiet moments.Two women sharing a conversation over tea, with the updated Dementia Activities book on the table.

Questions answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a good gift for someone living with dementia?

Yes. It was made for a parent, partner, or grandparent living with mild to moderate dementia, Alzheimer's, or memory changes, and for the families and caregivers who share the activities with them.

Is the design suitable for adults?

Yes. It uses adult themes and clear language, with a warm, respectful design. You can see examples in the Look Inside section above.

What kinds of activities are inside?

More than 100 large-print activities: easy puzzles, brain games, and matching activities, plus reminiscence prompts that invite stories without testing, coloring and gentle drawing, and word activities where trying matters more than finishing.

Is there guidance for families and caregivers?

Yes. A caregiver guide and conversation starters offer ideas for sharing the activities. The book has one clear activity per page.

What if some days are better than others?

The activities vary in difficulty, with no timer or scoring. Choose a page that suits the person that day, help where needed, and leave it for another time if they are not enjoying it.

Can someone use the book independently?

Some readers may enjoy activities independently; others may prefer or need help. Choose how to use it around the person's comfort and abilities. Solutions are included at the back.

Is it a treatment for dementia?

No. It is a recreational activity book for connection and calm. It does not diagnose, prevent, treat, or cure dementia.

Available on Amazon

Get Your Copy on Amazon

More from Rita

Free Gifts for Your Inbox

Rita also has a few free resources for readers who enjoy her books, delivered straight to your inbox.

Explore the Free Gifts