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We all have an elderly person who we love and value in our life. It could be our parents, grandparents, or friends who have given us wisdom, guidance, and care. If there’s one day that we could celebrate these individuals and honor them, it’s August 21, National Senior Citizens Day. Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day in Memory Care Assisted Living is a great way to keep spirits high.

Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day

In 1988, President Ronald Reagan declared every 21^st of August as National Senior Citizens Day. This was to not only honor the elderly but raise awareness for issues that are affecting their quality of life.

He proclaimed the following. “For all they have achieved throughout life and for all they continue to accomplish, we owe older citizens our thanks and a heartfelt salute. We can best demonstrate our gratitude and esteem by making sure that our communities are good places in which to mature and grow older—places in which older people can participate to the fullest and find the encouragement, acceptance, assistance, and services they need to continue to lead lives of independence and dignity.”

These individuals, some of whom are in memory care assisted living, are important community members and many are still part of the workforce.

Thanks to a better healthcare system and more programs, they are now living better lives and enjoying their later years.

Activities for National Senior Citizens Day in Memory Care Assisted Living

Plan something special for your loved one this National Senior Citizens Day by trying these activities:

A dinner date.

• When was the last time you took your dad or Grandma to dinner? Choose their favorite restaurant or better yet, cook their favorite meal together. You can bond over good food and great conversations.

Volunteer for a day.

• Assisted living facilities can use some help. So, why not be a volunteer for a day? Doing simple chores like helping in the kitchen, cleaning, and taking care of your loved one for a day will make a huge difference.

Learn a new skill together.

• Seniors these days are more active than ever, so take advantage of that to learn a new skill together. You can ask your elderly loved one what they still want to accomplish or learn and find courses or workshops to make that possible.

At the end of the day, honoring the people who built the foundation for us is very important. These elderly individuals have been ahead of us and worked hard when they were younger to set us up for a better life. So, it’s only fitting that we also honor them at least once in a year, so they know that all their efforts are valued.

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Warmer temperatures are something that most people, including seniors in assisted living facilities, look forward to after the long dark winter months. However, seniors are more prone to the harmful effects of summer heat and are at risk of dehydration.

How can your loved ones enjoy a warm afternoon with family or their friends outside? Summer activities should not be a thing of the past for senior adults.

Getting out has plenty of benefits for seniors. With careful planning and choosing of activities, your loved ones can still head outdoors with a lesser risk of summer-related health issues.

Staying Safe in the Heat

Staying outside is known to have physical, emotional, and mental benefits. Sun exposure is a good source of Vitamin D needed for healthy bones and muscles. Research also shows that sunlight can improve mood and cognitive function.

Moreover, being out is an opportunity to socialize and bond with other residents in assisted living facilities. Outdoor activities are also a great way to enjoy nature and meet new people.

Keep a bottle of water handy to stay hydrated during the summer months. As we age, it is difficult for the skin to keep hydrated and water is the best source to keep the skin healthy. Incorporate water-rich fruits and vegetables like cantaloupe, berries, oranges, celery, and cucumber into your diet.

Always use sunscreen protection with at least 30 SPF to shield the skin from harmful UV rays. In addition, keep your skin moisturized with the use of recommended moisturizing products.

Moisturizing every day can keep the signs of dryness due to the skin’s enhanced capacity to hold water. Moisturizer is also necessary to shield the skin from environmental damage.

Apart from sunscreen products, use appropriate clothing when doing outdoor activities. Wear shades, hats, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts as added layer of protection. Besides, avoid going out during the hottest hours of the day – usually, 10 AM to 4 PM.

Activity Ideas for Assisted Living Facilities

Spending time outdoors is a fun activity during the summer months. Senior residents in assisted living facilities can physically, mentally, and socially benefit from summer activities.

Gardening

Gardening is not only a fun-filled activity but also a great way to improve heart health and reduce the risks of high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, and osteoporosis due to the light aerobic activities involved like pulling, digging, twisting, and bending.

Swimming

Swimming is not only extremely beneficial for health but also a fun, yet effective way to beat the summer heat. It is an ideal summer activity for senior residents because it presents lower physical risks.

Besides, it helps develop strong bones and muscles. In addition, it improves heart health, is gentle on the joints, and boosts mental health.

Visit a Nearby Lake or Park

Spending time near the lake, pool, or park is an affordable alternative to shopping or attending local events. Dip your feet in the water, ride a boat, or just enjoy the beauty of nature.

Trivia nights, movie nights, bird watching, outdoor picnics, and summer classes, are also fun summer activities that your loved ones in assisted living facilities can try.

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Father’s Day is an important occasion where we honor our father figures for everything that they have done for us. It is the day when we are extra thoughtful because we want them to know we care. However, planning on what to do and what to give can be a challenge if your dad, uncle, or friend is in senior housing. For most senior adults in senior homes, the gift of time from family the most treasured present that will be treasured forever.

Now that Father’s Day is approaching, what can you do with your loved one on that day?

Father’s Day is Just Around the Corner

Father’s Day has been celebrated as St. Joseph’s Day every 19^th of March since the middle ages for Catholic countries in Europe.

In the United States, it is celebrated every third Sunday of June since 1910. Since then, many regions and countries in the world adopted the yearly celebration, but on various dates while some have maintained their traditions of honoring the pillars of the family.

The celebration of fatherhood in Catholic Europe dates to 1508. This was commonly celebrated on March 19 as the feast of St. Joseph, referred to in Catholicism as the “Nourisher of the Lord” and the recognized father of Jesus according to Southern Europe tradition.

The customary celebration was then brought by the Spanish and Portuguese to America which was actively supported by the Catholic Church. The Coptic Orthodox Church also celebrates fatherhood on St. Joseph’s Day.

Until today, fatherhood is celebrated worldwide every March 19, but on the third Sunday in June each year. This year, fathers in senior housing and the rest of the world will be honored on Sunday, June 19, 2022.

Gift Ideas for Dads in Senior Housing

Finding the perfect gift for your dad was easy back then. But now, it can be a challenge, particularly, if Dad, uncle, in-law, or someone dear to you lives in senior housing.

But here are some suggestions that will help you find the perfect gift for someone in a senior facility.

Prepared Meals

Give them the gift of freedom from preparing their meals. A month or two worth of prepared meals by a reliable food server will guarantee that your loved one is religiously following diet restrictions. Plus, most of these food caterers offer an array of meal plans to choose from with no minimum orders.

Emergency Tools/Kit

An emergency flashlight with a charging port can be an awesome gift and lifesaver for senior dads.

Survival Kit

This would be the perfect gift for dads who love to go fishing, camping, hiking, or going on adventures outdoor. Or even if not the adventurous type, a survival kit is still an investment since this is good to have at home or in the car in case of an emergency.

Back/Neck/Shoulder Massager

This is the ultimate Father’s Day gift that almost everyone in senior housing would want to have. This gadget can alleviate muscle tension, soreness, and fatigue for a relaxing day without leaving the comfort of the room.

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No one in this world means more to anyone than their mother and in a few weeks, we will be honoring the women who brought us into this world on Mother’s Day. If your mom is already in assisted living, you need to make this year’s celebration one she will never forget. Here are some ideas that you can use to prepare for Mother’s Day and honor the most important woman in your life.

Gift Ideas for Mothers in Assisted Living

A photo bouquet.

• While a typical floral bouquet will never go out of style, you can give it a twist this year by replacing the flowers with family photographs that your mother will surely love.

Cut your favorite photos into hearts and put them together into a bouquet that will bring the nostalgia, for sure.

Her favorite foods.

• In assisted living, your mom doesn’t really get her favorite foods every day. So, why not make Mother’s Day a big treat for her, especially if she’s a foodie? Cook all her favorite foods and gather the family to visit her so you can enjoy lunch together.

The little comforts.

• Being in her elderly years, your mom would want things that can add to her comfort and convenience. For instance, you can gift her a memory pillow that will help her to sleep better at night and not wake up having a stiff neck. If she’s into music, you can give her a pair of headphones to enjoy her favorite tunes privately in assisted living.

Ways to Celebrate with Mothers in Assisted Living

Organize a family picnic.

• Gather all your family members and visit your mom together in assisted living where you can prepare a picnic with all her favorite foods. You can even organize a surprise tribute for your mom where each family member gets to say something to her or sing songs for her.

Treat her to pamper day.

• Mother’s Day should be a day of pampering for the most precious woman in your life. Book for a pedicure or massage service that she can enjoy even when she’s in the facility. You can even get her hair done, so she can look and feel extra beautiful again.

Do her favorite activity with her.

• If your mom loves painting, gardening, or crocheting, take the time to do her favorite activity with her on Mother’s Day. This may be a simple gesture for you, but it will surely mean a lot that you honor the things she loves to do.

Our mothers are true gems because of all their years of love and sacrifice to bring us into this world and make sure that we live a good life.

So, this Mother’s Day, make sure that your mother feels that you value her and everything she did to help you get to where you are. Being in assisted living is never easy for her, but you can take this one day to make her feel extra happy to be with family.

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Stress is a normal part of life and senior residents from assisted living facilities are no exception. Sometimes, stress can be a motivating factor to get the job done. It allows you to stay focused, and alert, and can even help humans in challenging situations.

However, stress can also negatively affect one’s mental and emotional health if not dealt with properly. Stress can also cause depression, anxiety, sleep disorder, heart problems, relationship issues, and more.

Thus, it is important to identify stress and its causes to begin finding ways to combat them. Even the small ways can go a long way in living a positive life.

Stress Awareness Month

Stress Awareness Month has been celebrated every April since 1992 worldwide to spread awareness of the causes and curative ways of the stress pandemic.

When stress gets out of control can lead to serious illnesses. People have different levels of stress tolerance, but regardless, stressors can be approachable.

For the last 2 years, in particular, this month is highly important for navigating the pandemic. People across the globe including the residents in assisted living facilities struggled to cope with the health scare, limited to no physical contact with families and the outside world, trauma, and uncertainties.

Because of these, this month provides healthy and helpful ways to cope or at least reduce stress. Because recognizing stress is the first step toward feeling better and lowering its dangers.

Why Identifying Stress is Important

Many people do not realize that they are suffering from stress, and it is too late that stress has already consumed them. Sometimes the impacts of stress do not show directly. It could come in the form of stress eating, and feelings of isolation and anxiety. Having emotions like these at high levels can be risky for senior residents in assisted living facilities.

Although you can not entirely avoid stress, being able to spot the signs can save one’s health. Identifying the triggers also limits the amount of stress that one will be subject to. In addition, it will allow individuals to come up with ways to alleviate stress and improve their mood, and overall health.

Ways to Identify Stress in Assisted Living Facilities

Prolonged isolation and health risks are common factors that affect the mood and mental health of senior residents. And if left unaddressed, can alleviate conditions like hypertension, insomnia, or malnutrition.

Caregivers and staff must observe and better recognize stress among residents.

Daily caregivers look out for:

• signs of depression, loneliness, or isolation (loss of interest in socializing, attending activities and engagements)
• lack of energy and motivation
• loss of appetite or sudden weight loss (skipping meals)
• difficulty sleeping, oversleeping, or daytime sleepiness
• neglecting personal hygiene or forgetting medicine

Management and staff in assisted living facilities should have special programs and activities to help their residents with elderly depression.

Other than programs, emotional support is necessary once these signs are identified by family members. Plus, get an accurate diagnosis by accompanying loved ones to doctor’s appointments to receive appropriate treatment.

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