Make Assisted Living Fun with These Tips!

Posted by The Poppy Residences on February 3rd, 2021

One common misconception that people have about assisted living in Burnaby is that it’s boring. That’s far from the truth. Assisted living in Burnaby can be fun. Seniors can still engage in the activities they want to do and so much more.

Today, senior care facilities such as The Poppy Residences ensure a better quality of life for seniors by providing different activities and programs for them to do. They get the assistance that they need at home so seniors can have more time to pursue activities that will keep them happy and occupied.

The following are also some of the things that seniors can do to make assisted living in Burnaby fun for them:

  1. Create a social group

You can create a club and recruit the closest people that you know in the assisted living community. From there, you can recruit more people. The theme of your social group can be anything that you are all interested in. You can create a book club or a cooking club where you try different recipes together.

  1. Find a fitness activity that you will love

Look for a hobby that will keep you physically fit. You can go biking with your friends. There are now electric bikes with assistive functions that can help seniors when they get tired of pedaling. You can also go out for a walk every afternoon and enjoy the quiet and beautiful scenery.

Many seniors also enjoy joining dance classes. They don’t just get the physical activity that they need but this also allows them to interact with their fellow seniors.

  1. Get a lot of outdoor time

Go out and have some fun. You don’t even have to leave the premises of the assisted living community. Many assisted living communities today have a lot of outdoor spots that you can go to. If you want to get out of the community, you can arrange for a shuttle service.

Do some gardening. It’s a low-intensity activity that can give seniors something to look forward to from the time they sow the seeds to the harvesting.

Some outdoor time is encouraged for seniors because it helps in building vitamin D that can keep bones strong and prevent anxiety and depression.

  1. Have a fun get-together with the family

Family members can visit and get together with their senior loved ones. You can designate a specific day of the week or the month for family day. This also helps seniors adjust to living in assisted living facilities.

Seniors can find a lot of things to do in these senior living facilities. If you are worried about your loved one getting sad or lonely, you can try coming up with a routine that will keep them engaged. Provide books or movies they can watch as well.

Jason Adams is the author of this article. For more details about Senior Homes in Burnaby BC please visit our website: thepoppyresidences.com

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