Staying active with age is essential for mental and physical well-being. With the weather warming up, it’s the perfect time to get your elderly loved ones moving outdoors. Here, the senior care professionals at The Vineyards at Concord in Frankfort, OH, provide some tips on fun activities you can enjoy together.

A Senior Care Guide to Fun Spring Activities 

1. Take Nature Walks

Find local trails or parks to take a stroll through together. Depending on the location, you may be able to incorporate another activity like fishing or bird-watching.

2. Get in the Garden

Gardening is a soothing activity and also great exercise. It requires some upper body strength to plant and weed, as well as lower body agility to squat or kneel. As part of your joint gardening hobby, you can take an excursion to a nursery to buy fresh bulbs and blooms.

3. Plan a Picnic

Take your lunch or breakfast outside. Bring binoculars for bird watching or a card game to play after you’ve eaten.

4. Play Tourist for a Day

Many people are proactive about seeking out sights when they are traveling but you can do so close to home as well. Check for attractions in your area and plan a day of sightseeing. Cap it off with lunch on an outdoor terrace to enjoy the spring weather.

5. Visit a Farmer’s Market

A farmer’s market can lay the groundwork for a wonderful day together. Pick a recipe to prepare and shop for your supplies. That evening, you and your elderly loved one can cook together with the fresh fruits and vegetables.

Since opening their doors in 1986, The Vineyards at Concord has helped countless seniors maintain active and healthy lives. Their senior care facilities cater to diverse needs, from dementia care to skilled nursing assistance and independent living. Find out more about their lifestyle options online. To discuss your family’s needs, call (740) 998-4777.