Elderwerks Senior Resource Directory 2025/2026

ACTIVITIES FOR HOMEBOUND SENIORS

ACTIVITIES FOR HOMEBOUND SENIORS

For those of us who are very active and typically not home bodies, staying home can become monotonous and depressing. The advances in modern technology permit us to remain home and stay involved, active and social. Here are some thoughts to help you remain social safely: Virtual Education and Entertainment with other people online to learn about new interests can be fun. You can join free, live-streamed educational events and caregiver meetings by Elderwerks and other organizations, watch videos on YouTube and social platforms, watch your favorite programs, or even play games. You can see and speak with your loved ones, doctors and other important contacts using FaceTime and other apps on your iPad or phone. Staying Healthy at home can be tricky. If you can’t get out of the house, walk around your house or the dining room table as many times as possible. Lift cans of soup to keep your muscles toned and increase the number of cans in bags as you get stronger. Join a virtual exercise class, yoga, dancing, stretching, and doing chair exercises will help you stay fit. The best form of exercise is cleaning and organizing your home! Vacuuming, dusting, and washing can stimulate your heart and muscles. Keep Your Mind Active by playing cards, trivia games, checkers, chess, electronic skill games or any other game that provokes thought will help. You can play Scrabble and other games on your smart phone or tablet with loved ones across the world.

If you can no longer stay home safely or happily then it may be time to consider moving to a senior community. Independent or assisted living communities offer apartments that are safe and designed to keep you as independent as possible. They include emergency pull cords, mini kitchens, housekeeping, laundry service, meals, activities, and socialization. There is always something to do and you don’t have to go into the snow to meet with friends, just open your apartment door! Jennifer Prell is President and Founder of Elderwerks Educational Services, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization offering complimentary information, referrals and guidance to older adults, seniors and their families for senior living, care, support and benefits. Visit Elderwerks.org or call (855) 462-0100 for personal assistance.

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