Golden MomentsDementia activities

Finish the Saying

Complete familiar sayings together, then talk about them.

About finish the saying

Old sayings are often well known for a lifetime. Each card shows a familiar saying with the last word missing, three choices, and a "Show the ending" button. After the ending, a gentle question invites conversation.

  • Often suits early and middle stages
  • 1, 2 or a group
  • No timer or score

How to play finish the saying

  1. Read the saying out loud together.
  2. Tap the word that finishes it, or tap "Show the ending".
  3. Read the whole saying again and talk about it using the prompt.
  4. Tap "Next saying" when you are ready.

Tips for playing together

  • Read slowly and leave a pause before the last word. Often people say it before you finish.
  • If someone gives a different ending, enjoy it. Some versions of sayings vary by family or region.
  • In a group, one person reads and everyone joins in on the ending.

New to playing with someone who has dementia? Read how to play games together, including what to do if they lose interest.

Questions and answers

Is there a timer or a score?

No. There is no clock, score, move counter or losing. You can stop at any moment, and stopping halfway is a perfectly good way to finish.

What if we choose a different word?

The game shows the usual ending and moves on to conversation. There is no score, and a different answer is fine.

Is it free, and do I need to sign up?

Yes, it is free, and there is no account, sign-up or download. It works in the web browser on a phone, tablet or computer.

Is there an app version of this game?

Not of this game. The free Golden Moments app for iPhone, iPad and Android has gentle picture matching with large tiles and family photos you choose, and it works offline. This game stays free here in your browser.

Take these games with you

The free Golden Moments app for iPhone, iPad and Android: large picture tiles, games with your own family photos, and picture packs that work without Wi‑Fi. No account, ads, timer or score.

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