Although summer is probably most looked forward to by school-aged children, the sunny season holds plenty of fun and positive activities for people of all ages. Seniors, in fact, have plenty to gain from spending more time outdoors during the summer months. Here are just some of the ways getting outdoors in summer can be beneficial for senior living. 

Why Seniors Should Embrace the Outdoors During Summer

1. Social Interaction

No matter what the activity is, spending time outdoors is important for the social aspect of senior living. Getting outdoors boosts the amount of social interaction a senior has, helping to improve cognition and mental stability. 

2. Improved Mental Health

Although some form a physical activity is a healthy benefit to being outdoors, simply getting outside in any capacity can do wonders for a senior’s mental health. Spending time in nature lowers anxiety and depression and increases the enjoyment of senior living by providing exposure to simple-but-profound pleasures, such as smelling cut grass, hearing the chirp of birds, and seeing a garden full of gorgeously blooming flowers.

3. Increased Vitamin D

Unfortunately, vitamin D levels are low among seniors. Soaking up some sun, however, can provide the much-needed boost of the valuable vitamin. Vitamin D has been linked to the decreased risk of cardiovascular issues, osteoporosis, diabetes, and helps prevent fractures in the event of a fall.

4. Healthier Rest

Healthy and consistent rest is crucial to senior living. Spending time outdoors during the summer reduces stress, introduces more melatonin into the system (a hormone that regulates sleep), and simply provides the opportunity to burn off more energy than the indoors allow. All of this adds up to a deeper and healthier sleep on a more consistent basis.

If you’re searching for a senior living place that fully embraces the benefits of the outdoors, Wellington Place at Biron in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, is what you’ve been looking for. Offering a caring and home-like environment, this assisted-living provider takes pride in giving its residents both indoor comfort and gorgeous outdoor scenery across 50 acres of land and along the banks of the Wisconsin River. For more information on the care opportunities available, visit the website or call (715) 423-5600 to speak with a friendly representative today.