While we all love a good chat and a cup of tea, it can get tiring doing the same thing every time you visit senior relatives.
So, what else can you do?
In today’s post, we’re going to highlight a number of activities to do with elderly parents and other seniors.
If your older relatives struggle with mobility, maintaining a social life, or eating healthily, they may be suffering from underlying issues like depression and loneliness. They might also be struggling with other conditions such as Alzheimer’s or Dementia.
Talk about Lifestyle
It’s a good idea to discuss how they’re feeling about their lifestyle and health before diving in and forcing new activities on them: Spending the time discussing care and support options might be a better option. According to Brightview assisted living in Baltimore, one of the most common reasons seniors look towards these types of communities is due to the daily activities, socialization, quality meals, and security – which might be the perfect environment for your seniors.
However, if you’re not ready to deal with that difficult discussion, although we don’t recommend leaving it too long, here are five fun and stimulating activities to do with elderly relatives.
Head out for a picnic
One way to ensure seniors get at least one varied and nutritious meal is by preparing a picnic. Head to their favorite spot or try somewhere new and bring out the sandwiches. If you’re stuck on what to pack but want to make sure it’s healthy, check out this list of the best foods for older adults.Â
Paint by numbersÂ
Great for mindfulness and totally rewarding once finished, paint by numbers is an ideal bonding activity for you and your grandparents. You can now even order a personalized picture online to create the numbers and colors for you. You’ll have fun recreating your favorite family picture while painting in the sunshine.Â
Treat them to an ice sundae
Old age doesn’t mean you can’t be a big kid. And who doesn’t love ice cream? Going out for ice cream sundaes is a great way to get seniors out and about while also indulging yourself. Alternatively, stay at home and bring the toppings to them.Â
Have a clear outÂ
Whether it’s mobility issues or simply not having the energy, working together to have a clear out will be a great way to spend the day productively. Plus, if there comes a time where your senior parents or grandparents need to downsize or move into assisted living, you’ll be one step ahead.Â
Create a family recipe bookÂ
No matter how good restaurant meals are, they’re never quite as good as family recipes passed through generations. But these recipes are usually passed down through spoken word, which isn’t great for those with bad memory! To keep the family secrets safe, get together and create a family recipe book to ensure the delicious food keeps on coming.
There are plenty of other activities to choose from for rainy or sunny days, but these should get you started! Let us know your favorite things to do with elderly parents or grandparents.
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