While it may be sad to say goodbye to summer, there are many reasons to embrace the autumn season. Seasonal activities with Senior Helpers Greater OKC can bring a fun and refreshing change to your loved one's everyday routine. Indeed, it renews their joy for their current hobbies and habits. Having something to look forward to and participate in on a regular basis has been proven to improve mental and physical longevity in the elderly population. Fall is an excellent time to try new autumn habits and hobbies.
Visit the Outdoors for Autumn Habits and Hobbies
Go See the Fall Colors
With a new season comes more tolerable temperatures and an array of beautiful scenery. Thus, encourage your loved one to take a walk to enjoy the changing of the leaves and the increased activity of the animals preparing for winter.
Take Games Outside
Does your loved one like to play card games and board games? Fall weather is, indeed, a perfect time to take these activities outside. The temperatures are cooler and the unwelcome insects are fewer. Fresh air may be just the right ingredient to encourage a few extra rounds of bridge or chess.
Find Outdoor Exercise Classes for Autumn Habits and Hobbies
Take a look at class offerings for local studios or park districts. Yoga in the park and tai chi by the water can help your loved one calm their mind and improve their physical body. There may also be a few fun, fall-themed classes to attend.
Try Arts and Crafts as Autumn Habits and Hobbies
Knitting, Crocheting, Quilting
If your loved one already participates in an activity like knitting, crocheting, or quilting, encourage them to take their activity outside. This can be a perfect way to soak up some vitamin D and stay cool whilst covered with the warm fabric they are working with on their current project. For senior citizens interested in learning these activities, the fall is an excellent time to start as the cooler weather may help prevent inflammation and pain in their hands as they learn how to use their new tools to create.
Fall-Specific Crafts as Autumn Habits and Hobbies
For creative spirits, crafting can be a very enjoyable experience. Autumn brings many new seasonal crafts that can be brought into the mix. For example, fall wreaths, a variety of pumpkin decor, and Halloween-related ideas will keep your loved one quite busy.
Enjoy the Festivities
Pumpkin Patch
Local pumpkin patches, like this one in Lamont, often have activities and delicious food choices for people of all ages. Helping the elderly get to a pumpkin patch to try some apple cider, and a pumpkin donut, stroll through a corn maze and bring home a little pumpkin to decorate their space could be enough to make their whole season.
Fall Celebrations
Another option for senior citizens to get out and enjoy the season is finding local fall celebrations. Many of these events will inevitably have a Halloween-centric theme, perfect for elderly people who love the holiday. Frontier City in Oklahoma City may be just the ticket for your loved one who is still a thrill seeker. Gather up the family and make a day nobody will soon forget.
Let Us Help
No matter what autumn habits and hobbies are best for your loved one's mental and physical health, Senior Helpers Greater OKC is here to help. We offer companion care services and can help ensure the safety and mental stimulation of the elderly person in your life. If you are in the vicinity of Oklahoma City, Edmond or Norman contact us today to see what we can provide for you.