If you provide senior care for an elderly family member, keeping your loved one engaged and entertained will boost their spirits and quality of life. If you can’t fit a trip out of town into your schedule, consider creating a staycation in your community. When planning the itinerary, below are a few activities your senior will enjoy. 

Activities to Engage Active Seniors

1. Try New Flavors

From savory desserts to sandwiches with atypical ingredient pairings, there are several culinary trends your loved one might be willing to try. Many food trucks and festivals serve some of the most creative cuisines, so look for mobile eateries and events coming up in your community. If the weather permits, you could bring along a cooler and picnic blanket to dine outdoors.   

2. Have a Paint Night

Whether this is a hobby they’ve always wanted to try or an experiment you are introducing, your loved one will have plenty of fun expressing themselves on canvas. Not only does the motion of holding the paintbrush improve dexterity, but the visual arts also keep the mind active to curb dementia, which is an important aspect of senior care. 

3. Enjoy the Water

If you can’t take them to the beach, consider heading to a pool. Encouraging your loved one to exercise is also an important component of senior care. Doing so helps lower blood pressure, relieves stress, and improves muscle strength and bone health for better mobility. Swimming also has the benefit of being low-impact so it won’t hurt their joints. You may also consider taking a leisurely nature walk through a local park or attending yoga classes together.

For the ultimate staycation experience, speak to your loved one about moving to Longhorn Village in Austin, TX. From exercise classes and art classes to field trips, the community offers a robust roster of activities to keep residents entertained as well as senior care amenities to keep them protected. To learn more about housing options Longhorn Village provides residents in Hays, Travis, and Williamson counties, call (512) 266-5600. Reach out to the senior living community online to see what events residents have enjoyed in the past and become a Facebook follower to view photos from the outings.