Moving into a retirement home is a significant transition for anyone, but maintaining emotional bonds and spending quality time with family can help. Even if your senior family members aren’t as mobile as they used to be, doing fun activities together will help keep them mentally engaged and enrich life in their new home. Below are a few ways to brighten up your loved one’s day the next time you visit.

How to Keep Senior Family Members Company

1. Strengthen Bonds With Family

Many seniors feel isolated after moving into a retirement home, so bring family members along for each visit. Helping your elderly loved one make video calls to distant friends and family members will also help them stay connected to their loved ones.

2. Explore the Facility’s Activities Together

Many retirement homes offer game nights, group exercises, and classes to create a rich, rewarding environment. Many residents might feel hesitant to explore these options at first, so offer to engage in some activities with them. This can be the first step toward making new friends, discovering new hobbies, and enjoying everything their new home has to offer.

3. Take Them Out

If your parent or grandparent is in good health, taking them on short trips outside the retirement home can be a wonderful way to spend the day. Consider taking them to visit family members, get a manicure or haircut, explore the park, or catch a new movie they’re excited about.

With two locations in West Plains, MO, West Vue offers a variety of facilities, from independent living communities to retirement homes staffed with trained professionals ready to provide care you can trust. With their wealth of options, your loved ones can be confident they’ll be cared for through every stage of the aging process. Visit their website to learn more about their assisted living facilities, and call (417) 256-2152 to speak with a staff member and tour their beautiful retirement home.