A couple of weeks ago marked another National Senior Citizens Day. The August 21st event was
established in 1988 by Ronald Reagan as a way to support, honor and show our
appreciation for the many achievements of seniors as well as a time to advocate
for senior rights. So while it is a
great day to spend time with a senior loved one, there are things you can do throughout
the year to create special memories with an aging parent or grandparent.
Visits throughout the year are a
welcome treat for most seniors. It does
not have to be a long visit, but while you are there, be sure to connect with
them. Making eye contact and giving hugs
demonstrates to an elderly person that they are valued and loved.
One fun activity you can do with an older
family member is to schedule a movie date with them and watch one of their
favorite movies together. Playing games during
a visit is another easy way to interact with one another. You can also set up visits to start
assembling a family memory book or to interview them to make a recorded family
history.
A spur-of-the-moment visit is another
way to pleasantly surprise a senior, and if you bring a small box of chocolates
or a bouquet of flowers, they will be sure to remember your visit. The same
sense of caring can be accomplished by a quick phone call, or with a facetime
call or Skype for more tech-savvy seniors.
Also sending a greeting card through the mail is sure to bring a smile
to the face of your loved one.
At
MorningStar of Fountain Hills, we exemplify the best in senior living with our
unique mission statement of “to honor, to serve, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God,
valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve…all of
which contributes to creating a true home for residents amid a beautiful
setting. We invite you to schedule a visit to see our model suites and learn more about assisted living in the
Scottsdale/Fountain Hills area.
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