4 SPRING ACTIVITIES FOR SENIORS
With spring on hold for many parts of the United States, you might not be thinking about the activities you love to do during the season of nature’s rejuvenation. However, the re-emergence of Old Man Winter is just a temporary hold on spring, which should be back in full swing shortly.
Spring represents the time of year to celebrate by getting back outdoors to participate in your favorite activities. As a senior living at our senior housing facility in Everett, Washington, what is your favorite activity related to spring?
We have compiled a list of four popular spring activities for seniors to add to your list.
Exercise
Cabin fever is just an expression, not a medical term to describe an ailment. Nonetheless, cabin fever can lead to prolonged periods of inactivity during the colder months of the year. Spring represents the time of year to go outside and exercise your inactive bones and muscles. Walking is not only a healthy activity for developing bone and muscle strength, but it also is one of the most effective exercises to strengthen your cardiovascular system.
Exercising outdoors delivers several other health benefits for seniors living in assisted living facilities, such as decreasing blood pressure, improving balance and coordination, and encouraging more robust blood circulation.
Spend Time with Nature
Getting outdoors when spring arrives is not just about the physical health benefits. Simply spending time with nature delivers several mental health benefits as well. The sight of a hawk, the scent of blooming flowers, and the touch of the warm, gentle air all contribute to making highly positive impressions on the brain.
You can spend time at your favorite spot waiting for the deer to enjoy their daily meal or visit a farmers market where nature meets commerce, as well as help build a more sustainable environment. Planting a garden or spending time at a nursery represent two more activities that are tailor-made for spring. Instead of waiting for birds to visit your assisted living facility, build a bird feeder to act like a magnet for attracting several different species.
Plan Family Picnics
One of the keys to living a vibrant lifestyle at a senior housing facility in Everett, Washington involves keeping your brain active. One of the most effective ways to achieve this goal is to plan family picnics. Not only do you stimulate the brain by planning family picnics, but you also get to enjoy spending time with your children and grandchildren.
You can plan one picnic at your assisted living facility and for the next picnic, plan it to take place at your favorite city park.
Play Outdoor Sports
Spring is the time of year when tennis courts receive a thorough cleaning and swimming pools start to fill up with watersport aficionados. If you want to participate in a less strenuous type of outdoor sport, try playing a round at a local miniature golf course or reserve a time slot for playing 18 holes on a real golf course. Other outdoor sports to consider include cycling, ping pong, and even a few chess matches.
MorningStar Senior assisted living facilities encourage our guests to lead self-sufficient lifestyles, while enjoying the amenities offered by a full-service community. If you or a loved one is considering moving into a senior housing facility in Everett, Washington, connect with one of our guest services representatives to discover what MorningStar assisted living facilities have to offer.