Senior citizens enjoy fun activities at a retirement center.
Retirement centers provide activities, quality care and services for the elderly. Activities are vital for seniors who live in a retirement center for health and fitness, socializing and the enjoyment of life. Having things to do at the retirement center give seniors something to look forward to daily and prevent boredom.
Crafts
Create a craft center for the retirees to make their own crafts. The elderly can decorate photo frames by using beads and other small items that can be glued on. Seniors can also mold clay to create a design. Once the item dries, she can keep it in her room as a reminder of the piece of art she created. Other crafts include decorating a birdhouse and making stained glass and wooden art projects.
Cooking
If the retirement center has a kitchen, try a variety of cooking from baking bread to making snacks, as many people enjoy cooking. Retirees can bake cookies, make chocolate-covered strawberries, mix homemade ice cream or bake one of their favorite dishes.
Puzzles
Many people enjoy doing puzzles, word finds, coloring and crossword puzzles. Have baskets of these available at all times, so when no big activities are going on the retirees still have something to do.
Bingo
One of the many favorite activities at retirement centers is bingo. Many seniors enjoy playing bingo, especially when prizes are up for grabs. Award small prizes such as a bag of chips, a soda or a gift basket full of goodies for each contest.
Daily Exercise
Several retirement homes offer a daily exercise class to keep seniors healthy and happy. Exercises include armchair aerobics, floor exercises and water aerobics.
Board Games
Playing board games is another retirement activity many seniors enjoy. Games such as checkers, chess, scrabble and many others are perfect for retirees to play.
Spa and Manicure Party
Throw a spa and manicure party for the women of the retirement center. Let each woman enjoy a pedicure and manicure. If you have time, give facials and let the women relax and enjoy a day that's especially for them.
Sports Party
For the men of the retirement home, throw a sports day party. Let the men enjoy a sports game, while having snacks and visiting with friends. Put out snacks such as pretzels, popcorn and small finger foods. The men can can then enjoy a day made for them.
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