Holiday Cheer and Golden Years: Making Memories with Older Adults

The holiday season is a time for joy, connection, and cherished traditions, but it can also present unique challenges for families with older loved ones. Whether you're adapting traditions to accommodate physical or cognitive limitations, finding ways to include relatives in assisted living, or balancing caregiving responsibilities with festive celebrations, the holidays can be difficult and stressful. 

In this episode, we’ll explore meaningful ways to engage seniors, honor old and new traditions, and ensure everyone feels connected—no matter the distance. We’ll share practical tips, community resources, and strategies for caregivers to make the most of this special season without stress. 

 

Get ready to make this holiday filled with love, laughter, and lasting memories. Learn more about the following:

• Meaningful ways to include older adults in holiday traditions, even if they have physical or cognitive limitations
• Methods to connect with older adults who may be in assisted living or far from family during the holidays
• Intuitive ways to use technology to help bridge the gap for seniors who may not be able to celebrate in person with family
• Ways families can adapt traditions to honor both old memories and create new ones with older loved ones 
• Signs that an older family member might be struggling with holiday stress or loneliness and how you can help
• Strategies to involve volunteers to help older adults who may not have family nearby during the holidays
• Additional resources to support both caregivers and older adults, especially during the holiday season

 

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