CAREGIVING 101: Activities to strengthen the bond between caregivers and the elderly

CAREGIVING 101: Activities to strengthen the bond between caregivers and the elderly

Taking care of a loved one who is slowly losing her or his memory can be incredibly daunting. However, it is twice as hard for senior parents to depend on their children, especially if they are slowly losing their memories.

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Fret not, however, for there are activities that you can do to strengthen the bond that you have with your loved ones. These are the things that you can do to make sure that you make the most of the time you have with your parents.

1. Memory Games – When a loved one is suffering from early cases of dementia, make sure to engage with them through games that can trigger reminiscing and reusering which can include going through old photo albums and the memories they can relate to these photos.
   
   Games like puzzles and other word plays are also an excellent way to bond with them. What’s more is you can do these games virtually!
   
   
2. Travels, Trips, and Excursions – Amidst the raging of the pandemic, trips and travels have become something of a taboo. However, in exchange for concerts and live sporting events, you can bond with them through virtual events.
   
   After all, any moment shares is a new memory to be cherished.
   
   
3. Baking and Gardening – Productivity is one of the things that go out of the window as one ages. With their physical and mental limitations, baking and gardening may just be the two activities that they can do safely while you are with them.
   
   
4. Conversations – Yes, there’s nothing like good, old, fun conversations to bond with your senior loved ones.
   
   Other than you can always talk virtually, these can also trigger happy memories. Make sure that you ask engaging questions. Joke around and make them smile. There’s nothing like laughter when it comes to making them a little healthier.

These are the things you can do to strengthen your bond with your senior loved ones. However, if you want or need someone to be with your loved ones 24/7, our memory specialists are ready to be with you.

Our professional caregivers are available 24/7 to take care of your loved ones. You may reach us at 1-888-896-8275 today.