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Fall is one of the most beautiful and festive seasons of the year. Gorgeous nature, delicious food, and exciting events make activity planning easy for families and home care professionals. Visiting Angels in Toms River, NJ, believes autumn is a wonderful time to get together with your loved ones or plan activities with their caregivers.

To help you brainstorm, they share their favorite activities for seniors below:

  • Hayrides: Many fall festivals offer hayrides, which provide a gentle and relaxing tour of farms, cornfields, or pumpkin patches. This activity allows your parent to get out of the house, enjoy fresh air, and make conversation. Browse your local newspaper or community website for rides in your area. Most proprietors offer them on weekends and weekday evenings. 
  • Toms-River-Home-CareApple Picking: If your parent likes apples, orchards, or being outside, take a picking trip. Apple picking can be completed at your own pace, which makes it a stress-free activity for seniors. Invite the grandchildren or your home care professional along for an afternoon everyone can enjoy. When you’re finished, your parent will have juicy, delicious treats for healthy snacking. 
  • Craft Fairs: Craft fairs are plentiful during autumn. If your elderly loved one enjoys browsing beautiful quilts, pottery, or paintings, a craft fair will have them walking, talking, and purchasing fun decorations for the holidays. Some events also allow attendees to take part in the crafts. Find one with finger painting, sand art, or coloring activities, so they can participate.
  • Pumpkin Painting: Pumpkin carving can be tough on your elderly loved one’s hands, but jack o’ lantern painting is a pleasant alternative. Purchase a paint set with a variety of colors. Then, take your parent to the pumpkin patch to pick out their favorite. After your trip, you can help them paint a face, their name, or a nature scene. 

These fall activities will keep your parent’s minds and bodies engaged. If you believe your mother or father needs additional companionship, elderly care services will help. To discuss your home care needs with a team of skilled, compassionate caregivers, call Visiting Angels in Toms River, NJ, at (732) 240-1050. For information about how they can help with independent living and meal preparation, visit their website today. 

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