Activities & Recreation Articles

How Elders and Caregivers Can Take Advantage of Summer Weather
Getting elders outside during the warm spring and summer months can have physical and social benefits.
10 outdoor activities for elders »
Taking a Cruise with an Elderly Person
Having a family member with dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, or mobility impairments doesn’t mean cruising is off limits for caregivers and their families.
Smooth sailing on a cruise »
How to Safely Make a Senior’s House Merry and Bright
Holiday decorations can be a great addition to an elderly loved one's home. However, precautions should be taken to ensure that decorations are as safe as they are festive.
Avoid fire, use safe decorations »
Growing Connections: Gardening with Seniors
Gardening is one of the most healthy activities for the elderly, because it is good exercise, restorative and stimulating--and it helps caregivers and seniors connect.
Grow healthy connections with loved ones »
What to Serve Seniors at a Cookout
Learn from experts what to serve seniors at a backyard barbecue that's not too spicy, fatty and hard to chew. Find low-sodium, low-fat, high-fiber tips for dishes that will be healthy for seniors with high cholesterol and diabetes.
Delight senior's picky palates »
Caregiving at a Cookout: 14 Tips to Ensure a Good Time
With some advance planning, seniors and caregivers can both have fun at a backyard barbecue. Here are some tips on what to wear, eat, drink and do.
Have fun with seniors at a barbecue »
Balance an Elder's Sense of Purpose and Dignity with Their Safety
A caregiver's dad's handyman work almost burned down the house. Mom's attempt at using the sewing machine nearly ran the needle through her finger. At what point does the caregiver step in to stop them?
Defining the need to feel useful »
The Healing Power of Pets
Owning a pet can bring a tremendous amount of joy to an elderly person. No matter the type of animal, having a pet can reverse depression and give your loved one a renewed sense of purpose.
How a pet can bring happiness »
My Elderly Parent Has Dementia: What Activities Can We Do?
Caregivers often struggle to find activities that they can do with a parent with Alzheimer's disease. However, one of the worst things you can do is just let them sit in front of the television all day and do nothing.
Adjust activities to meet abilities »
10 Easy Ways to Boost Brain Power
The aging brain can continue to function actively and effectively if we recognize its needs for nutrition, challenge, reducing stress, exercise and more.
Exercise the mind and keep it sharp »
Keeping Seniors Busy & Active
Is dad at home with you? Is his need to find something to do or "correct" what you do driving you up the wall? Or is your once-active mom in a retirement home, refusing to do anything?
Help them find a purpose again »
Complementary Therapies: Reiki for Seniors
Reiki is a holistic therapy that can provide numerous benefits. It can complement any of the current therapies your loved one is receiving.
How Reiki can provide soothing relief »

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