Fun times

I know. FUN?! What’s that?

It’s an important part of life we shouldn’t give up on.

Just “a few” 😉 ideas to balance out your caregiver experience and to have some “fun” (yes I said it; the f-word again) with your loved-one. Keep an open mind.

Here goes:

♟️Board and card games

Which can stimulate the mind. You can go for the classics like Monopoly, Scrabble, or others

🧩 Puzzles

A relaxing way to bond and encourages teamwork.

🥘 Cooking together

I wish I did this more and made note of those recipes. A pinch or pour, here and there. So hard to get a recipe from them! No measurements 🤦🏽‍♀️

👨‍🌾 Gardening

I “heard” it’s therapeutic. (Bug-phobia 😬) The fresh air and sunshine could do wonders.

📺 Movie or TV marathon

Pick a theme and binge together. Cozy blankets and popcorn for a full cinema experience. Fav!

🧶Crafting and DIY projects

Do some crafting like painting, knitting, or scrapbooking. Spark their creativity, a sense of accomplishment and create keepsakes.

🧑‍🧑‍🧒 Storytelling sessions

Share stories from your childhood or encourage them to recall memorable experiences. Strengthens family bonds, preserves traditions and gives them a chance to be heard.

🥾Nature walks

Enjoy the outdoors, change of scenery and nature itself benefits both physical and mental health.

🎵 Music and Dance

Play music from their favorite era and have a little dance party. Music therapy can be uplifting and brings back joyful memories.

🖥️ Virtual tours

If mobility is an issue, enjoy virtual tours of famous museums or landmarks together. New experiences from the comfort of home.

🧘🏽‍♀️ Exercise classes

Participate in senior-friendly exercise classes like yoga or tai chi. Gentle exercise is great for maintaining health and well-being.

📷 Photography outing

Go on a photography adventure, capturing nature or family moments. This can be a fun way to express creativity and relive sweet memories.

Get creative and allow this often overlooked act back into your life. It definitely helps lighten the weight.