Discover Extraordinarity, the bilingual card game designed to strengthen the bond with older adults.
135 bilingual questions to spark stories, awaken memories, and build connections.
Sharing stories strengthens intergenerational bonds and reduces feelings of loneliness, which affects 1 in 3 older adults.
Guided evocation and actively recalling the past improves cognitive functions and keeps the mind sharp.
The simple act of sharing anecdotes and feeling heard significantly boosts mood and reinforces personal identity.
The categories progress in emotional depth; we recommend starting with:
1. Roots
2. Quickfire
3. Whoa moments
4. What If
5. Finish the Thought
6. True Self
7. Real Talk
Recommended dynamic: 1-2 sessions per week, 45-60 min.
Pick a card from any of the 7 categories.
Read the question clearly and slowly.
Allow the memory to surface without pressure.
Ask follow-up questions to enrich the story.
Psychologist - Master in Gerontology - 12+ years working with older adults in Mexico and the United States.
Extraordinarity began long before it had a name. Years ago, I would handwrite questions on little slips of paper to use at family gatherings. I loved discovering how a simple question could lead us to stories, memories, and conversations that probably wouldn't have surfaced otherwise—but above all, how it helped us connect and strengthen our bonds.
Those questions were tucked away for a long time, until years later I found them again and started imagining everything they could become.
But it was a deeply personal experience with my grandmother that finally gave the project its true meaning. During a time when sharing moments, listening, and talking with her became especially precious, I realized that we often want to connect with the people we love, but we don't always know what to ask to reach those stories they still have left to tell.
That is how Extraordinarity was born. My experience as a psychologist and gerontologist allowed me to transform those early handwritten questions into a tool designed to foster conversation, evoke memories, and, above all, create meaningful connections with older adults.
Created from professional experience, designed for everyday connection.
The impact of Extraordinarity on your family's well-being.
Fosters a constant and accessible presence, offering immediate emotional support and adapting to the older adult's needs.
Reinforces the commitment to their well-being, ensuring every session is conducted with care, love, and profound respect for their dignity.
Promotes emotional satisfaction and personal fulfillment, a crucial factor in maintaining their overall well-being.
Provides motivation and meaning to daily life, helping to maintain self-esteem, autonomy, and active aging.
"It's incredible how a simple question can uncover stories we had never heard before. It has given us truly wonderful family moments."
— David Díaz
Hijo de adulto mayor
"My grandfather finishes the sessions feeling energized; his eyes light up when recalling his adventures."
— Shelly Gonzalez
Nieta de adulto mayor
"A single question led us to almost 30 minutes of conversation. Participants who barely spoke to each other began sharing stories, found common experiences, and felt closer. By the end, they hadn't just remembered; they had gotten to know each other a little better."
— Madison Carrillo
Coordinadora de actividades
Bring our methodology to your care facility and elevate the quality of your services.
Bring our methodology to your care facility and elevate the quality of your services.
Extraordinarity is a conversation and reminiscence tool designed for working with older adults across various care settings. It can be integrated as a complementary resource in reminiscence therapy, socialization, and recreational activities, facilitating memory evocation, personal expression, and interaction among participants.
Ideal for adult day care centers, nursing homes, senior programs, and professionals looking to enrich their activities with meaningful conversations.