We are fortunate to live in a mild climate so that we don’t typically need to worry about ice and snow during the winter. We still can have some winter challenges though and these tips offer some ways to keep our seniors safe and healthy through the winter months.
Activities such as watching home movies together or looking through old pictures as a group can be a nice way to remember those times as a family to help alleviate feelings of loneliness in an aging loved one.
Often, bringing up the person’s memory and spending a few minutes discussing pleasant memories can benefit the senior.
Creating an Inter-Generational Holiday Celebration
Although the holidays are often a time for families to come together and share stories with one another, it’s important to make sure that your elderly relatives feel included in the story telling, and that their legacy is being preserved.
If you have family members who are suffering from dementia or other physical or mental ailments, it’s important to prepare your entire family for their growing needs and to anticipate possible problems that could arise.
