As they reach the late, golden years of their life, seniors would be more susceptible to boredom, and even bouts of loneliness, which can lead to depression. This is because they are no longer participating in the daily routine they have been used to for years. Having retired from their jobs and responsibilities as parents, they will have a lot of time in their hands.
If you decided upon employing providers of home care services for your elderly loved one instead of putting them in a shared residential facility, it is important to note that although they are in the comforts of their home, seniors shouldn’t maintain a sedentary lifestyle. Different activities must be incorporated into their day-to-day lives in order to keep their minds busy and their bodies active.
Here we look at the various ways your senior loved ones can keep busy in their day-to-day lives, without putting themselves at risk of accidents or compromising their health:
- Arts and Crafts
Art is a great way for seniors to express themselves, while also producing something they can share and admire. While some seniors already have a long-time penchant for art or craft making, others may still be new to the idea. So it is important to have your senior loved one decide on the art activity or craft they would like to pursue—something which they think they would enjoy.
- Gardening
Gardening is great as it not only keeps your elderly loved ones busy, it can also give them joy at seeing their plants grow and bloom. The plants also work to provide a relaxing and stress-relieving atmosphere, while adding beauty to a particular home.
- Board Games
Board games can be an entertaining way to pass the time, and to allow for your senior loved one to enjoy pleasant company and conversation. Board games can also be easily brought anywhere, so whether your senior loved ones would visit a friend’s house, or even simply play against their live-in companions, a good game would be a great way to spend the time.
- Clubs
Seniors often times like to spend time with people whom they can talk to, while sharing similar hobbies or interests. With that, they can sign up for clubs with people sharing their interests. From book clubs, walking clubs, or even gardening clubs, your elderly loved ones will surely enjoy themselves doing something they love, while being able to meet and talk to other people.
At Helping Hands Hale, we are more than just a healthcare service provider in Hawaii. Our services go beyond just providing care and assistance for personal and homemaking tasks. Our caregivers are trained and adept at being wonderful companions for your senior loved ones.
We are the home care service provider in Hawaii that aims to improve the quality of life of our clients, by providing quality personalized care tailored to the unique needs and lifestyle of your senior loved ones.
