The holiday season holds the promise of joy and connection, but when a loved one has Alzheimer’s, it can also bring stress and uncertainty as familiar traditions no longer fit. Instead of striving for the “perfect” celebration, the key to an enjoyable season lies in adapting with compassion and flexibility. By focusing on creating moments of comfort and simple joy, you can…
Easter offers an excellent opportunity to connect with the seniors in your life through joyful, meaningful activities that celebrate the season. Whether your loved one enjoys lively family gatherings or quieter moments of nostalgia, there are many ways to adapt traditions to suit their comfort and abilities. From simple egg decorating with easy-grip tools to sensory-friendly spring crafts and intergenerational story-sharing, these…
The holidays often bring added stress along with the joy of the season. To help caregivers cope, FirstLight Home Care shares 7 ways to reduce and manage holiday stress while still caring for an older adult. The holiday season is upon us and this time of year often brings with it the joy of holiday decorating, the giving and receiving of gifts,…
Easter is a fun holiday for everyone and a perfect opportunity to bring cheer and distract us from the ongoing pandemic. Whether or not you participate in the religious aspect, the Easter holiday is bright and joyful and is a great time to (virtually) get together with family and friends. We rounded up seven festive ways to celebrate the holiday while reducing…
Adapt traditions to safely celebrate the holidays The holidays are a cherished time for celebrating with family and friends and are filled with annual traditions. This year, the pandemic has forced us to make changes to reduce the risk of spreading Covid-19. For safety, traditions will need to be adapted or put on hold until next year. Even though we’re all wishing…
Modify traditions to safely enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday Thanksgiving is usually filled with annual traditions and is a cherished time for gathering with family and friends. This year, things will be different. To reduce the risk of exposure to Covid-19, traditions will need to be modified or put on hold. Despite the circumstances, we can still have fun and find meaningful and…
Holidays can be fun for everyone Holiday time can be enjoyable for older adults even if they can’t participate fully in every activity. Feeling included is the most important part of enjoying the holidays. Even if your senior has physical or mental issues, they can still have a good time and feel like part of the group. Adjust activities for special…
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