Chances are when you think about coping mechanisms for neurological diseases, apps are the furthest thing from your mind. However, there are many apps designed to improve patient's quality of life and reduce the burden on their caregivers.
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These apps offer innovative solutions for patients who struggle with memory, organization, and communication. Here are a few apps worth exploring:
My ALZ Journey
Created by the Alzheimer’s Association, My ALZ Journey offers personalized guidance for people living with dementia and their caregivers. It provides daily tips, care reminders, and access to trusted support resources, helping families stay organized and informed. You can download the app for free on iOS and Android.
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Games
This app includes simple, dementia-friendly games that support memory, focus, and confidence. Activities like matching, recognition, and puzzles are designed to engage the mind in a stress-free, enjoyable way. Available for $1.99 on iOS.
My Reef 3D Aquarium
This app lets seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s create and care for a virtual aquarium, complete with over 40 species of fish. Users can zoom in, feed the fish, and enjoy a calming, sensory-rich experience that encourages relaxation and gentle engagement. While not specifically designed for dementia or Alzheimer’s care, it can serve as a soothing and visually stimulating diversion. Download on iOS and Android for free, or get an ad-free version on iOS for $2.99.
MindMate
The MindMate app is a research-based mobile application that helps people with declining cognitive disorders like dementia. MindMate is an all-around app that provides mind-engaging activities, physical exercise programs, and nutritional advice to keep the body healthy.
Iridis
Developed by the University of Stirling and Space Architecture (Europe) Ltd, the Iridis app offers advice to dementia patient caregivers. Caregivers can use the app for tips on noise reduction, room lighting regulations, and furnishings. You can download the app for free on iOS and Android.
Nymbl
The Nymbl app provides balance training tools that help reduce the risk of falls. Although the app requires monthly subscriptions, check with your insurance provider to find out whether the app is covered. You can get the app on iOS or Android.
Flower Garden
Nature, especially green gardens, provides therapeutic benefits to people with dementia or Alzheimer's. The Flower Garden app brings these therapeutic benefits to your loved one digital device. For as low as $3, your loved one can interact with virtual nature to get a calming therapeutic effect. In addition, your loved ones can grow virtual bouquets and share them with friends. You can get the app on Apple Store.
Luminosity
Luminosity is one of the more advanced apps on this list, but it will cost you a little more. The application has an annual subscription of $59.99, which covers more than 40 cognitive training activities to help improve memory, language, and mathematical skills. You can access a free trial package on iOS or Android.
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