Getting involved in fitness programs, educational and creative activities and social events can help your loved one transition to assisted living.
The Importance of Activity in Assisted Living
Partaking in stimulating activities allows your loved one to stay physically active, socially involved and mentally engaged. Assisted living facilities offer programs and clubs that address those needs.
Fitness: Your loved one should exercise to maintain strength, mobility and flexibility.
Mental stimulation: Aging can affect your mom or dad’s mental health. Participating in crafts, games and hobbies reduces their risk of memory loss and cognitive decline.
Socialization: Interacting with others is important for maintaining emotional skills and preventing social isolation, depression and cognitive decline.
Physical Activities for Seniors
It’s important for seniors to exercise for at least 150 minutes per week. Assisted living facilities have indoor and outdoor activities schedules to keep residents healthy and entertained.
Indoor Fitness
Rehabilitation or therapy: Assisted living has types of therapy to help your loved one improve their mobility and strength.
Swimming: Water aerobics and swimming are good for those with joint issues.
Dancing: Taking dance lessons is a fun way to get cardio and socialize.
Yoga: Yoga strengthens muscles and bones, improves balance and reduces stress.
Chair exercises: These stationary techniques improve coordination and can reduce fall risk.
Outdoor Fitness
Gardening: Your parent can get fresh air while they tend to plants and flowers.
Hiking/walking: A daily walk is good for circulation and energy levels.
Cycling: This is another low-impact exercise that will get your mom or dad’s heart pumping.
Golf: Some assisted living facilities schedule outings for those who enjoy playing.
Tennis: Playing tennis requires focus and endurance.
Mental Activities for Seniors
Art: Your senior might discover a new passion through painting, drawing, sculpting and other mediums.
Crafting: Assisted living facilities have crafting clubs, so people with similar interests can get to know one another. That may include scrapbooking, knitting, quilting or cooking.
Games: Completing word searches and crossword puzzles flexes cognitive muscles. Board and card games require problem-solving skills and teamwork.
Puzzles: Putting a puzzle together can be a solo or group activity.
Music: Learning to play an instrument is a good mental challenge. Playing music and singing is a form of self-expression and entertainment.
Writing exercises: Your mom or dad might enjoy writing poetry or stories or keeping a daily journal.
Leisure Activities for Seniors
Picnics: Your loved one can attend indoor or outdoor picnics to meet their neighbors and make friends.
Day trips: Assisted living facilities provide transportation to local events and attractions, including sporting events, concerts, museum tours and shopping excursions.
Live events: Stand-up comedians, musicians and acting groups offer light-hearted entertainment that’s mentally and socially engaging.
Religious activities: Attending religious services can create a sense of comfort and community.
Animal therapy: Interacting with pets and therapy animals can help your senior adjust to assisted living.
Find Quality Assisted Living Communities at Embassy Healthcare
Does your loved one want to remain independent but require assistance with daily tasks like housekeeping? They could benefit from assisted living at Embassy Healthcare. Your mom or dad will enjoy the freedom to live on their terms without the responsibility of maintaining a household.
Call 216-378-2050 or contact us online to learn more about our assisted living facilities in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Florida.
