Design a Quilt – Creative Activity for Seniors & Memory Care

Design a Quilt is a calming, hands-on activity designed to spark creativity and support cognitive engagement for older adults and individuals with dementia. Using a large, easy-to-see mat and colourful pattern cards, players create their own quilt designs in a fun, pressure-free way.

This activity encourages self-expression, pattern recognition, and conversation — making it ideal for both individual and group settings.

How to Play:

• Place the 24” x 36” quilt mat on a table.
• Choose your quilt pattern cards.
• Arrange the cards on the mat to create a unique quilt design.
• Enjoy the finished creation or start again with new patterns!

Features:

• Large, easy-to-handle components
• Encourages creativity and visual thinking
• Ideal for memory care, senior centres, or at-home use

A soothing and meaningful activity that brings joy through colour, creativity, and connection.