The impact of the Corona virus Pandemic has caused many challenges for Americans, and other people around the globe. The Centers for Disease Control has issued several guidelines for people to follow in an effort to keep them safe, and to help prevent the spread of the disease. The mandates include wearing a mask, washing hands often, and social distancing while in public. Economic lockdowns are also part of the impact, and people are staying home, some in quarantine due to positive test results of a family member, exposure, or possible exposure to the disease. Finding creative things to do is important for families, especially older adults. Home Care Philadelphia has listed down some things to do while in quarantine may include:
1. Exercise
Start, or continue, an exercise routine that will strengthen the muscles because they will stiffen from lack of activity. Doing some Yoga positions is great for toning the muscles. Keep your senior loved one physically active by doing some walking in the neighborhood, gardening, or low impact movements.
2. Tidy Work Space
If you are a family caregiver, and have a job where you are now working from home, be sure that you have a neat and tidy work space free from clutter and disorganization. Going to your work space should make you feel good and not dreadful.
3. Video Chat
Have a daily video chat with at least two people. Chatting with two people per day should take a while to get through your contact list, and be something to make this time special for you and your senior loved one who will enjoy seeing family members and friends by way to video chat.
4. Keep A Journal
Keep a journal of your feelings during this Pandemic, and encourage your senior loved one to do the same. Expressing one's self in writing can ease tension and stress that is experienced due to the Pandemic.
5. Daily Routine
Do not reduce participation in daily activities. Encouraging your senior loved one to continue with normal inside routines can help relieve some of the loneliness felt during this Pandemic. Make these times special by doing things together like preparing the meals, folding the laundry, or watching favorite television shows together. Try to keep to the daily schedule as much as possible.
6. Enjoy Weekends
Make the weekends special by doing something different like visiting a virtual museum. If you want something different, try some of the other virtual activities that have become available since the Corona virus Pandemic. Go virtual window shopping, or just take selfies to send to family and friends. Your older adult will enjoy spending time with their camera.
7. Religious Activities
If your senior loved one is a religious person who misses regular church services, join virtual church services on Sunday morning. These services are easy to find, and will give your senior loved one much joy. There is no reason to be idle during this COVID-19 Pandemic Philadelphia Home Care understands that you stay home for safety's sake, but there are so many things listed above to do that will help pass the time, and provide pleasure for you and your senior loved one.
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