Activities to Do With Seniors in Assisted Living

Many people wonder what is there to do all day in assisted living. There are so many activities seniors can participate in to stay connected to their interests and hobbies.

Plenty of communities nowadays are taking a holistic approach to wellness, including a diverse shift in the activity offered. Senior’s participation in activities organized by community centers has been shown to help against stress and depression. 

Engaging activities offer social stimulation, lessen feelings of loss and help heal frustration.We have compiled a list of the latest trends in activities you might look for:

• Tai-Chi: One of the most popular forms of gentle stretching is tai chi. It relieves stress immediately and improves body balance as well. Also, it can be easily be done by participants of any level of physical function.

• Walking Clubs: Some people walk locally in neighborhoods, others travel to malls for indoor walking. Others organize advocacy walks to raise funds for causes such as: Alzheimer’s research or arthritis.

• Yoga: Yoga is a great activity for those with physical limitations and the classes for yoga are taught by well-trained instructors.

• Life-Story Workshops: Some activities directors teamed up with local professionals who help residents preserve their life stories by creating scrapbooks.

• Hobbies: Various assisted living communities help residents continue their lifelong interests and habits. They offer woodworking, quilting, garden care and repair projects.

• Computer Courses: There are so many seniors entering assisted living centers with a strong familiarity of digital technologies. Some programs even use iPads as an easy to understand alternative, especially for those who have some cognitive impairment.

• Group Cultural Outings: Community buses and vans allow residents to have an access to an extensive range of resources like – musical performances, museums and plays. Sometimes it even includes discounted tickets or special tours with docents.

• College-Level Continuing Education: Unique facilities affiliated with esteemed and respected learning institutions have created university branded institutions where residents can leverage the school’s academic, cultural and sports offerings. Residents might even get a chance to listen to guest lecturers or enroll in college courses.

• Performance Art: From karaoke to flash mobs, activities directors who know choreography find varied unique ways to involve residents in modern social trends.

With these actives and more, there is no chance of seniors being bored at Assisted Living Facilities.