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6 Ideal Activities for Ageing Adults with Mobility Limitations

Reduced mobility doesn’t negate a senior’s need to take up fun, purposeful, and stimulating hobbies or tasks that can boost quality of life and lower the risk of depression. Below are some excellent activities for older adults with limited mobility and the benefits they provide.

1. Reading

Reading is fun and keeps the mind active. Older adults need to learn new things, which can be accomplished by reading new stories and following the lives of the characters. Your loved one can read in any room in the home or while relaxing on the patio and drinking a healthy beverage. Your parent can also join an online book club to discuss current reading material with other book lovers.

2. Doing Water Aerobics

Limited mobility may not eliminate the ability to exercise. Your loved one’s doctor could approve some activities, such as water aerobics. These low-impact exercises don’t put added pressure on the joints. While doing these activities, your loved one can move around in the water and feel more secure and happy. Adding water aerobics to a weekly exercise routine can boost bone health and reduce stress.

Seniors who need assistance with mobility and exercise can benefit greatly from the help of trained professional care workers. North Coast elderly home care experts are available to provide high-quality care to seniors on an as-needed basis. From assistance with mobility and exercise to providing transportation to the doctor’s office and social events, there are a variety of ways professional care workers can help your ageing loved one continue to live independently.

3. Painting

Your loved one can sit in a chair or on the couch when creating a work of art. Painting promotes self-expression, provides an alternative form of communication, and enables seniors to work out their arm muscles and enhance their hand-eye coordination.

4. Playing Music

Listening to music, singing, or playing an instrument can boost quality of life and enhance many skills. The sounds of the songs can trigger memories, reduce anxiety, and motivate your loved one to move the flexible areas of his or her body, which increases range of motion. 

Caring for a senior loved one with limited mobility can be especially challenging. If you’re the primary family carer for a senior loved one living in North Coast, live-in care is available if your loved one’s health has become too difficult to handle without professional expertise. At Home Care Assistance, we take measures to help seniors prevent illness and injury by assisting with exercise and mobility, preparing nutritious meals, helping with bathing and other personal hygiene tasks, and much more.

5. Bird-Watching

While watching birds from a park bench or a chair on the front porch, your loved one can take in the fresh air and familiar surroundings. The sensory stimulation associated with this activity can make some daily tasks easier to perform. Your loved one doesn’t need to walk around to watch birds. He or she can listen to their calls, watch their habits, and memorise the name of each species while sitting down.

6. Performing Chair Yoga

Working out is essential for all seniors, including those with reduced motor functions. Your loved one may not be able to twist into different positions, but he or she can continue to increase strength and flexibility by doing chair yoga. The techniques are based on individual abilities and can enhance mental clarity and reduce stress. Local gyms and senior centers may offer chair yoga classes, which offers the opportunity to socialise.

It can be especially challenging for seniors with limited mobility to get the exercise and social interaction they need on their own. At-home care agencies can be a great boon to seniors. With the help of the care workers at Home Care Assistance, your ageing loved one can lead a happier and healthier life. We offer a revolutionary program called the Balanced Care Method, which encourages seniors to eat nutritious foods, exercise and socialise regularly, and focus on other lifestyle factors that increase life expectancy. For compassionate, reliable in-home care, trust the experienced professionals from Home Care Assistance. Reach out to one of our dedicated Care Managers today at (02) 6646 3527 to learn about the high quality of our in-home aged care services.

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