Spending time outdoor is important, but older adults often spend much more time indoors because of mobility issues or because of the weather. Being indoors all day can get boring, and older adults need a variety of activities to improve their physical fitness and to stimulate their minds so that they don’t develop serious health problems. If you are visiting your loved ones and want to spend some quality time, here are some indoor activities for loved ones that you can enjoy together.
Playing Word Games
Word games are not only fun but keep older adults engaged and their minds active. Word games can also help boost memory, and improve your loved ones’ mood. Games such as Scrabble Twist and Upwords are popular word games that are easy to play, and you can also find many free word games online such as Words With Friends.
Enjoy Classic Games Together
Classic games like board games never go out of style because they are something that everyone is familiar with. These games also bring together the family and enable you and your loved ones to bond together. They also engage older adults in terms of memory and problem-solving skills. Some classic games you can play together are Monopoly and Jenga.
Video Games are Fun for Everyone
Some video games, like Wii games, are fun for players of all ages, including older adults. Wii uses handheld controllers that can detect movement and speed. It contains many sports games like tennis or golf that are fun for older adults to keep active with light impact activities while indoors, and also helps to stimulate the mind. You can even play these games in groups competing against your family and friends.
Playing Music Indoors
Music is proven to help older adults with memory issues as well as with chronic pain management. Playing music indoors is an activity that can be done individually or with large groups of friends. You can enjoy listening to the music you like by yourself, lightly dance to some music with your partner, and even hold karaoke parties with your family and friends.
Hosting a Meal Together
Older adults who enjoy cooking can host meals for the family or friends, and doing so regularly can be a great form of social interaction for older adults to reduce the risk of depression and dementia. Your loved ones can get in touch with family and friends and invite them over for lunch or dinner, and on special occasions, your loved ones can even dress up or ask friends and family to bring food over for a potluck dinner.
Aston Gardens At Parkland Commons has Exciting Activities and Events for You
At Aston Gardens At Parkland Commons, your loved ones need not worry about being bored or not having activities to do. Our dedicated activities director is always around to ensure that residents have exciting indoor and outdoor activities to enjoy with family and neighbors. We have themed dances and parties, game clubs, hobby and craft clubs, and many more activities that your loved ones can choose from. Join us now to try living in our beautiful and friendly senior living community for free!
