Many older adults find themselves in a difficult position after retiring. Suddenly, you have a lot of time on your hands and nothing to do with it. To combat boredom in retirement, there are numerous things you can do or encourage your loved one to do. Read on to find out some of our top suggestions!
Volunteering
Volunteering is a good way for older adults to remain active and engaged in their golden years while making use of the skills they have developed over a lifetime of experience. Whether you choose to volunteer with children or to participate in activities such as community cleaning, you will meet a bunch of like-minded people along the way. Volunteering gives you a good reason to get out of the house and you can access numerous socialization opportunities at the same time!
Joining a Club
Do you have an interest or hobby you have neglected while your focus was on work? Now that you have retired, it’s time to revisit this interest and start spending your time meaningfully. From book clubs to cooking clubs and even game clubs, you can find one to suit your preferences. Besides keeping your mind sharp and your body active, joining a club will get you out there and may even see the start of a beautiful new friendship or two!
Completing Daily Tasks Without Procrastinating
Regardless of whether you need some help with completing activities of daily living or can do them independently, it helps to complete them on schedule daily. Instead of putting off taking a shower or getting dressed, do so as soon as you have gotten out of bed. Not only does this put you in a better frame of mind to start the day, but it also makes sure that you stay committed and have a purpose.
Find Projects to Do at Home
Has there been something you wanted to sort out at home but have put off before your retirement years? Whether it’s finally sorting through those photo albums in the attic, putting together a scrapbook, or starting your own homemade greeting card business, now’s the time to do it!
If you typically rely on your loved ones to visit you and alleviate your boredom, finding some projects to do at home is a great way of keeping occupied by yourself. You can even invite a friend or neighbor to join you!
Consider Making the Move to a Retirement Community
Whether you or your elderly loved one are finding it hard to combat boredom, making the move to a retirement community can help. If you need to be away for a period of time but are worried that your loved one will be bored during this time, consider respite care. At our retirement community, all our residents can benefit from a full schedule of events & activities to take part in onsite. Feel free to schedule a tour with us today and discover our three other distinctive lifestyle options!
