Most people with AD are fairly mobile and able to participate in some kind of activity for at least a few years. The following suggestion have been divided into gifts for early stage dementia, the moderately impaired, and the severely impaired. They are aware of their condition and struggle to remain independent. Low priced items, but they have potential for quite a bit of enjoyment. Tickets to a concert, musical, circus.
Ball games can also be excellent choices.
Any event without a plot to follow is a good choice. This gives the person a sense of freedom and independence when they can no longer drive. Useful and enjoyable throughout the course of dementia. Fruit basket or flowers are always a welcome gift. For the Moderately Impaired Persons with moderate stage AD will have some difficulty communicating, will need help dressing, and be unable to manage most daily activities without supervision or help.