Moving into a senior living community may be a transition for your loved one, but it doesn’t mean they have to give up their favorite activities. There are plenty of ways they can stay busy and make friends in their new home. If you’re looking for activities to encourage your family member to engage in, here’s a helpful guide with some options they might enjoy.

Hobbies Options for Seniors In Assisted Living

1. Arts & Crafts

Crafts help people express their creativity. There are plenty of projects that seniors can enjoy, including knitting, painting, embroidery, and scrapbooking. Working on these can also improve fine motor skills, memory, and cognition, as well as help them make friends in their senior living community.

2. Gardening

If your loved one’s assisted living community has a garden, they may be able to work on gardening projects. Windowsill gardening is another option that seniors can enjoy from the comfort of their room. This encourages them to spend time outdoors and get gentle exercise.

3. Group Exercise

Many senior living communities have group exercise opportunities. This includes activities like yoga and Pilates. These will help elders stay active to improve muscle tone, bone strength, flexibility, and mobility. Not only will this work towards keeping seniors healthy, but it can also prevent injuries. 

4. Games

Activities like board games, cards, chess, bingo, and checkers help people socialize. Many senior living communities sponsor these events to improve cognitive health and encourage interaction, which can help ward off depression due to isolation. Trivia games and other activities that involve memory can also keep the brain stimulated. 

Serving Augusta County, VA, and the entire Shenandoah Valley area, Waynesboro Manor has been caring for seniors for over 20 years. Their senior living community provides medication management, assistance with daily activities, hot meals, and other personalized services. Residents can also enjoy social events, organized activities, flower gardens, and communal spaces with friends and loved ones. Visit them online to learn more about their offerings or call (540) 942-2250 to schedule a tour.