Six Happy Little Things for Seniors to Enjoy in a Changing World

Author: Marketing Team - Statewide Home Health Care Date Posted: 10 December 2020

It’s amazing how much the past year has demonstrated all of the things that we take for granted. Small things such as enjoying a coffee with a friend, having someone visit us, and even hugging our grandchildren.

Now that we can return to many of our daily activities, we can focus on appreciating the small things in life and treating ourselves where possible. We can cherish the relationships with friends and family that we have.

Here are some activities for seniors that help us appreciate the small things and stay positive.

Happy little thing 1: Have a spa day at home

If you dread spending time at home, you can turn your home into a spa. There are so many objects that are available to help you relax and destress without leaving your front door.

This foot bubble spa is a great activity for seniors to destress. There are many benefits of foot baths including relaxing tension in your body and mind. Spa baths can also increase the activity of white blood cells to boost your immune system. This keeps you healthy and feeling great.

And, as part of our December promotion, we are giving away a free Beurer Aromatherapy Foot Bubble Spa each to three lucky winners. Feel free to enter the competition for your chance to win.

Massaging areas such as your feet and neck can help you feel calm, relaxed, and rejuvenated.

Another activity for seniors to help you relax is this neck and back massager. It provides a soothing shiatsu massage. It specifically focuses on your neck and shoulders which can often be hard to reach.

Happy little thing 2: Get together with friends

Over the past few months, many of us have realized that we cannot take our friends for granted.

Now that we can have people in our homes and can relax at a cafe, making plans with friends is a great way to boost our happiness and give us something to look forward to.

A great activity for seniors in aged care is to get together and play cards. Games such as bridge or canasta are often favourites and games that need (at least) four people to enjoy.

If you struggle to see the numbers on regular playing cards, consider purchasing these giant low vision playing cards. Or, buy them for a friend as a Hanukkah or Christmas present.

If you live in aged care, see what activities for seniors in assisted living are planned and try to attend. These could include birthday parties for other residents, pet therapy, or sewing.

This is always a great way to make new friends or even learn a new skill. It’s never too late!

Happy little thing 3: Spend quality time with family

While the phone and Zoom have been great tools while we were stuck at home, we can now spend time with our loved ones in person.

Spending time together lets us learn about how people are doing without the barrier of a screen between us.

Plus, there is nothing that can replace enjoying a home-cooked meal with the people who love you.

Happy little thing 4: Wear Clothes that Make you Feel Good

Children are often told that new runners make them run faster.

There is some truth to that. Buying new clothes and shoes helps give us a boost in confidence and can impact our mood.

It makes us feel good about ourselves which leads to having more energy and feeling happier.

As well, going out to the shops to find something new to wear is also a great activity for seniors on a warm summer afternoon.

And, if you want to continue shopping online, that is always a great activity for seniors in aged care. It adds a burst of excitement to your day when your package turns up (especially if it’s early!)