Find tasks and activities to make those with memory challenges feel useful. How do you keep a dementia person busy? Games, Puzzles, and Around the Home Activities for People with Dementia Listen to music. “ ... Sort and match up nuts and bolts, or tighten screws. “ ... Create a memory bag. “ ... Help with clean-up around the home. “ ... Prepare food. “ ... Put together a jigsaw puzzle. Here are some daily activities people with Alzheimer's may enjoy: Wash dishes, set the table, prepare food, swe