- Cognitive baseline testing: Evaluate memory, attention, problem-solving, and language skills using standardized tools.

- Life history & preferences: Gather personal history, interests, and daily routines to tailor activities.

- Goal setting: Identify specific goals (e.g., improve recall of names, strengthen attention span).

- Individualized Activities: Create a schedule of stimulating exercises based on the person’s cognitive level and interest.

- Routine integration: Encourage daily engagement through structured activities integrated into everyday life.

- Adaptive strategies: Teach techniques like chunking, visualization, repetition, and use of memory aids (e.g., journals, calendars, digital apps).

- Weekly or bi-weekly sessions: Led by a trained memory coach or cognitive therapist.

- Skill reinforcement: Practice exercises focused on short-term and long-term memory, focus and concentration, verbal fluency, and executive functioning

- Behavioral Cues: Coaches offer gentle prompts, encouragement, and support during tasks to build confidence and reduce frustration.

- Ongoing evaluation: Track changes in memory function, participation, and confidence.

- Adjustments: Modify the program as needed based on progress, challenges, or changes in condition.

- Caregiver coaching: Teach family members how to support memory strategies at home.

- Progress updates: Regular communication about achievements and next steps.

- Environmental support: Suggestions for making the home setting more cognitively supportive (e.g., labels, routines, quiet spaces).