Hobbies
How to spend free time at weekends with seniors
Despite the numerous calls on our time, including the pressures of work, there are many benefits of spending time with our seniors. Connections allow us to build and foster strong relationships. Your older family and friends will greatly benefit from spending time with you. Just discussing your experiences and perspectives and listening to their perspective […]
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Using Writing as a Remedy to Fight Loneliness
Being retired has its perks and downsides. While you have a lot of spare time on your hands, it can sometimes be difficult to fill it productively. Loneliness is another major factor to consider since you’re probably used to interacting with others on a daily basis before retiring. Writing can be a great remedy for […]
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13 Ways to Stay Busy After Retirement
Collaborative Post After retirement, many people experience a sense of emptiness. They want to stay busy but feel like they have nothing left to do. If this sounds like you fear not! There are plenty of hobbies and games that will keep your mind sharp and your body healthy. And there are plenty of ways […]
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The best brain games for seniors
Keeping those little grey cells active is more important than ever as people age. Intellectual engagement, such as playing brain games, has been shown to improve cognitive function (mental ability) in seniors. Not only can this prevent the onset of or the worsening of dementia, but it can benefit seniors’ health by helping individuals function […]
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Why it’s the perfect time to invest in your hobby
Collaborative Post If you have been longing to try something new – such as taking part in a different fitness activity, signing up for a language course or trialling some recipes – now is the perfect time to do so. After Coronavirus was recorded late last year in China, it has swiftly spread across the […]
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Earning Money From Home As You Get Older
Collaborative Post There is no denying that the Internet has opened up the door to a wealth of different opportunities for people today. One of these opportunities is being able to make money from the comfort of your own home. This can be especially beneficial for older people who may not be as mobile as […]
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Gifts for grandparents 2018 – hobbies and pastimes
By Kathy Lawrence In this article in our series of gift ideas for older friends and family, we look at ideas that we can work on together as well as individually. If you’re spending time with someone who’s struggling a bit with dexterity or understanding new concepts, then trying out these ideas together could be […]
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Are films a form of reminiscence for ageing parents?
Written by Rebecca Lenton Eleanor Bryson, from Memory Bank, shares how watching archive footage of the past has helped older people and those with dementia recall memories and communicate with their loved ones about the lives they once led. Memory Bank, an innovative series of films spanning six decades, was created as a resource to […]
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Practical projects bring people together in Men’s Sheds
Workshop spaces where people can work side by side on personal and community projects are growing fast around the country. Men’s Sheds are a great opportunity to share and learn new skills, enjoy new achievements and make new friends. What are Men’s Sheds? Men’s Sheds, or Men in Sheds, are opening up at more than […]
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