The holiday season is not only about magic, fun, and family; it is also a time of giving. Here are a few ways for anyone, including seniors, to get in the giving spirit. 1. Give time. Volunteering can be a wonderful way to get in the spirit of giving.  Around this time of year, there are many places in need of people to help, from food pantries to ringing bells for the Salvation Army.  Or if you’d rather stay home, organizations often need help with phone-intensive activities, such as coordinating food distribution or mentoring. 2. Give gifts.  Consider buying some items for
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Holiday shopping in general can be tough, but finding the right gift for a senior can be even more challenging.  Whether it’s space constraints in their home or having everything they need, an elderly relative can be the ultimate “hard to buy for” person on your list. With the help of Redding.com, we here at Freedom Home Care have put together some helpful ideas to help you find the perfect gift: 1. Food.  Who doesn’t love some delicious baked goods around the holidays?  Think about making a “Snowy Day” basket, complete with hot chocolate mix, marshmallows, a few different kinds of cookies, and a
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The holidays are a time of togetherness with family and friends.  But sometimes physical limitations can exclude seniors from participating in the season’s fun.  Here are some activities that will bring the family together in a way that everyone can have a good time. 1. Watch a holiday movie.  From the classic to the modern, there are plenty of movies created for the season.  Sharing “It’s A Wonderful Life” with a grandchild can be very special.  Or try something newer such as “Love Actually” to add some fun to the day. 2. Find some family movies.  Even better than watching a holiday
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It’s official:  Autumn has arrived.  The air is crisp, the leaves are changing, and the cafes have rolled out their pumpkin-flavored drinks.  Now that it’s a little cooler, you may be looking for fun activities to do with family and friends.  With the help of Sunrise Senior Living, we have put together a few activities that seniors can do with their families. Visit an orchard.  Apple orchards are hopping with activity this time of year.  Wander through the trees selecting your own apples, or simply go and purchase a bag of those already picked.  Sample some cider and smell the
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When we think of fairy tale weddings, we may think of the young, blushing bride and the handsome groom standing while saying their loving vows. But now, seniors are having even bigger and more lavish weddings than their younger counterparts. Finding love at any age is worth celebrating, and seniors nowadays are going all out.  It may have seemed strange ten or twelve years ago, but now the over-65 couples are spending big bucks to make sure their big day is one to remember. Seniors made up 8 percent of last year’s 53 billion dollar wedding business.  And it’s no wonder.  When older adults marry, they
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Many seniors love having a dog in their house. The pups are friends and companions. They can lower our blood pressure and provide us laughs and love. But caring for a pet does not suit every senior. Here are four reasons a senior should not get a dog: Cost. Caring for a pet can be expensive. Not only do they need food, dogs also need annual vet visits, vaccinations, grooming, and equipment such as leashes, toys, and dishes. Some seniors with limited funds may not be able to afford to buy a dog everything that he needs. Falls. Anyone who
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