Matching Nuts with Their Names

Matching nuts with their names is a fantastic activity for individuals with dementia. It helps stimulate cognitive functions, improve memory recall, and provide sensory engagement. Make sure there are no participants that are allergic to nuts.

Materials Needed: Collect images of various types of nuts and create matching cards with their names. Some common nuts to include are:

• Almond
• Walnut
• Pecan
• Cashew
• Pistachio
• Hazelnut
• Brazil Nut
• Macadamia

Explain the task to the participant. Show them how to match the image cards with the corresponding name cards. Start with a simple demonstration of how to match an image card with its name card. For example, show an image of an almond and match it with the card that says "Almond."

• Cognitive Stimulation: Identifying and matching nuts with their names may enhance memory, attention, and recognition skills.
• Memory Recall: The activity can trigger memories of cooking, eating, and related experiences with different types of nuts.
• Visual Engagement: The images and names of nuts provide visual stimulation that can be soothing and engaging.