He was a writing prof for 50 years and is now content to basically watch tv all day. (He's 77). I'm not sure how much to push him to do things to stimulate his brain. The pandemic has been a disaster for him, as he used to play basketball 3-5 times a week. Losing that, meant losing both the exercise and the social aspect of it. Should I make it my job to continually poke at him to try to keep him going, or leave him be if he's content? (At 66 I just started a new career, not for fun--though I do enjoy it--but because we need the money.)
If you haven't checked, see if the basketball option has opened up, since many more people are vaccinated. If he was playing that often, perhaps there are other aspects of the game he could explore on line. Say, blogs or vlogs.
We found the game shows help us realize that we can answer some of the questions. The Game Show Network has "Common Knowledge", "The Chase", "Master Mind", where there are multiple choices in part of these games. It's a feel good feeling when you do answer a question :) Even the old game shows like "Match Game" can be fun.
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Geaton, I read your opening & misread tablet meaning *pill* & thought wow I need that! A pill so I can play card games better! 😂😂
Your profile says that your husband has dementia: was that diagnosed by a medical professional? I have found in general that along with a diagnosis, you often get recommendations for lifestyle enhancements or changes.
Perhaps a call to his doctor for clarification on how much you should nudge might help.