Time Capsule: A Talk Game for Seniors
Talk and Remember
Time Capsule is a talking game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. Choose what goes into a time capsule, then seal the lid. Talk about why it matters.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Time Capsule
- Tap Play now. Time Capsule opens right here in your web browser.
- Choose a level: Easy, Medium or Harder.
- Follow the line at the top of the screen. To begin, it says: “Which of these two goes in?”
- Take your time. There is no clock and no rush.
- Want a fresh start? Tap Start over at any time.
Three levels
- Easy: Pick one of two things each time. Then turn the lid shut.
- Medium: Choose three things, seal it, and tell why one of them matters.
- Harder: Fill one capsule for a great grandchild and one for your younger self. Compare.
Why people enjoy it
Time Capsule is a warm way to share stories, and it often sparks a conversation that goes on long after the game. It is all about talking and sharing, at a gentle pace.
Questions
Is Time Capsule easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: Pick one of two things each time. Then turn the lid shut. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: Fill one capsule for a great grandchild and one for your younger self. Compare.
Can I play Time Capsule on a phone or tablet?
Yes. It works in the web browser on a phone, tablet or computer, with large text and big buttons. There is nothing to download.
What else is on ElderWit.com besides Time Capsule?
Time Capsule is one of 1,000+ games on ElderWit.com: word games, cards, trivia, puzzles, memory games and more, all with large print, calm screens and no ads.
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