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Background : Decreased cognitive function is one of the impacts of the aging process in the elderly , which begins with a decrease in memory . This can also have an impact on the decline in the abilities to speak , understand space , and the abilities to judge and pay attention will result in inhibition of long-term memory and information processing in the elderly . If not treated properly , the cognitive decline function can lead to dementia which results in decreasing intellectual function and memory . Brain Gym is a collection of movement exercises that increase blood flow and oxygen to the brain , and stimulate the right and left brain to improve concentration and memory . Objective : To determine the effect of Brain Gym on improving cognitive function in elderly people at risk of dementia at PSTW Budi Mulia 1. Method : This study used a pre-experimental method with one group pre-test and post test approach . A total of 18 people who have met the inclusion and exclusion criteria . Measuring instrument used MMSE. Results : Of all the research objects , the average result of cognitive function before intervention was 17.94 and after intervention 24.72. Hypothesis testing shows there is an effect of Brain Gym on improving cognitive function . Conclusion : Brain Gym has an effect on improving cognitive function in elderly people with dementia risk at Tresna Social Home Elderly Noble 1.