Ideas for Outdoor Activities with the Elderly

We’ve been having amazing weather in Massachusetts. So, we can't stop thinking about excuses to get outside. If you’re a caregiver for an aging parent or elderly loved one, it can be difficult to find activities that will engage your senior loved one and get them out into the sun. Here are some ideas:

Walking 

Walking is a great way to get outside and fit a little exercise into your day.

Photography

Buy a disposable camera for your elderly loved one, and get outside. It’s a fun way to talk about your surroundings and find interesting things to photograph. After, you can put a scrapbook together with the photographs.

Reading

This is a good option if your elderly loved one has mobility issues. If they have vision impairments, you can read to them, or bring an eReader or glare resistant tablet with adjustable font sizes. Find some comfortable lawn chairs and start reading.

Picnicking 

Bring a light snack, and head out to a nearby park. You can call ahead of time to see how accessible the park and picnicking area is.

Yard Games 

Horseshoes, croquet, and beanbag tossing games are all good options if you’re looking to create some entertainment in your backyard.

 Do you have any other additions to this list?