The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration. Many people love celebrating this special time of year with family and friends, enjoying delicious food and companionship. However, for some seniors who have limited mobility this year compared to previous holiday seasons, the holiday months can be stressful and even disappointing. It doesn't have to be this way. Senior Helpers has some helpful tips for seniors in the Mesa, Apache Junction, Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Cave Creek areas to continue all of their favorite traditions of the holiday season, even if they have limited mobility.
The Holiday Season Can Continue to Be a Time of Joy
The holidays often involve travel, whether that is across the country or simply to the other side of town. With so many activities and special events going on, it is easy to get overwhelmed - especially if a senior can't move as well as they used to. According to Healthy Cells Magazine, seniors are especially prone to seasonal depression, and those effects could be exacerbated if they can't participate in beloved traditions. Here are three tips to continue holiday traditions, so that seniors can enjoy all of their favorite activities without feeling as though they are limited.
Bring a Friend or Caretaker
In years past, a senior might have planned some solo activities during the holidays, including shopping or going out to see lights displays. Those traditions don't have to be shelved if a senior loved one doesn't feel safe traveling alone. Bringing a friend, relative, or caretaker on their adventure allows the senior to continue their adventure while remaining safe and comfortable.
Devote Additional Time to Holiday Activities
If a senior moves slower than in years past, there's no need to shelve an activity or tradition. Simply devote extra time to the activity, so that your senior loved one can remain involved. For example, if a senior wants to decorate holiday cookies, plan on spending several hours or a full afternoon on the project. The intentional slowdown might just encourage even sweeter memories.
Find Alternatives to Enjoy
Sometimes, a particular activity might not be feasible to do when a senior starts experiencing limited mobility. If this is the case, consider helping your senior loved one find an alternative. If a senior enjoys cutting down a fresh Christmas tree but is no longer able to do this safely, visit a Christmas tree farm and indulge in the sights and sounds of the season in complete safety.
Senior Helpers Mesa Provides Specialized Services for Senior Clients
With a few modifications, seniors with limited mobility can have the best holiday season yet. Senior Helpers is the premier in-home senior care company that helps seniors in the Mesa, Apache Junction, Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, and Cave Creek areas live their best lives. If you have any questions about the services we offer, and how we can tailor our approach to meet your senior loved one's unique needs, contact us today!