Boston Cognitive Assessment (BoCA®)

Check Your Brain Health – Anytime, Anywhere
A free, science-based cognitive test for older adults
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BoCA app on iPhone and iPad

A clinically validated cognitive test you can take at home

BoCA is built by researchers and trusted by professionals. It takes under 10 minutes on your iPhone or iPad.

As we age, it's normal for some aspects of thinking and memory to change. But in some cases, these early shifts may signal something more serious-like mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's, or another form of dementia.

BoCA evaluates memory, attention, language, and other key brain functions using randomized, scientifically developed tasks. Routine cognitive testing helps detect those changes early, giving individuals and caregivers a clearer picture of brain health over time and making it easier to take action when needed.

Designed with older adults in mind, BoCA offers a simple, private way to stay informed about your brain health-without needing an appointment or specialized equipment. BoCA was created to make this kind of testing widely accessible.

How It Works

BoCA is quick, easy, and designed for home use. Here's what to expect:
  1. 1
    Start a Free Assessment Download the app from the App Store and begin a test – no appointment needed.
  2. 2
    Complete the Tasks Answer a series of spoken and visual questions that assess areas like memory, attention, and language. It takes under 10 minutes.
  3. 3
    See Your Results Instantly view your scores, including comparisons to people your age and gender. Scores are saved so you can track changes over time.
  4. 4
    Test Again Each Month Take BoCA about once a month to track changes over time. The tasks change each time, so practice effects stay minimal.
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BoCA app results screen

What BoCA® Measures

8 key cognitive domains for comprehensive assessment

Learn more about the science behind BoCA →

Trusted and Secure

How we protect your information
  • Secure – Only people who need your information can see it
  • Encrypted – Your data is encrypted when it's sent and when it's stored
  • Private – No ads, and we never sell your data
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The Boston Cognitive Program

BoCA shows how your thinking is doing today. The Boston Cognitive Program adds a plan for your everyday brain-health habits.

Joining is optional. Your free BoCA account will include the program's free version, and account holders are already on our priority list.

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