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Have a Safe and Fun Halloween with Seniors

Halloween is a favorite holiday among Americans for good reason: it’s pure fun. It is a holiday dedicated to celebrating the strange through treats and parties. There isn’t the stress associated with buying presents and visiting family: it’s all about having a good time.

This is why Halloween can be such a fun holiday for older adults. With the holiday only about a week away, you may be considering your options for having a safe and fun Halloween with seniors. Planning ahead is the best way to ensure everyone has fun– both your loved one and yourself included.

Stay safe this Halloween!

Keep the holiday fun by ensuring everyone is safe this Halloween.

1. Keep their spooky décor safe. It’s easy for Halloween decorations to get knocked over, which can create a tripping hazard for seniors. Be sure to place any Halloween décor out of the way of high-traffic areas, and consider using battery-operated candles instead of real ones.

2. Make sure costumes are comfortable. If your loved one is excited about dressing up, make sure their Halloween costume is comfortable and easy to move in. Costumes that are too bulky can make it difficult for seniors to move around, and can also be a tripping hazard. Opt for costumes that are light and easy to move in. Also, avoid any masks that could obstruct their vision.

3. Celebrating Halloween with seniors who have dementia

Halloween can be a disorienting and scary time for seniors who have dementia. If you’re celebrating Halloween with a senior who has dementia, avoid leaving them alone for the night. It’s best to have someone in the home with them to remind them of the holiday and help keep them calm. Also, avoid any Halloween décor that might be scary for them, such as masks or life-sized Halloween props. Instead, opt for Halloween decorations that are cheerful and colorful. Don’t play any scary music in anticipation of trick-or-treaters and be there to answer the door and hand out candy.

4. Plan ahead for transportation. If you’re attending a Halloween party togther, plan ahead for transportation. Make sure you have a safe and reliable way to get to and from your destination. If you’re going to be out after dark, be sure to bring a flashlight and wear reflective clothing.

Have a safe and fun Halloween with seniors

Great Halloween activities for seniors

Halloween night might not involve going to parties or trick-or-treating with grandchildren anymore. However, there are still great activities you can partake in together.

1. Make Halloween-themed crafts. There are tons of great Halloween-themed crafts you can do together, such as making bats out of paper or decorating pumpkins.

2. Have a scary movie marathon. If your loved one is a fan of scary movies, have a scary movie marathon! Make some popcorn and curl up on the couch with some classics, such as “The Shining” or “Psycho.”

3. Go to a pumpkin patch. Spending time outdoors can be great for seniors, and pumpkin patches are a great place to do just that. Many pumpkin patches also have hayrides, which can be a fun activity for seniors. Afterward, turn their finds into jack-o-lanterns.

4. Make Halloween-themed treats. Baking and cooking together can be a great way to spend time with your loved one. There are tons of great recipes for Halloween-themed treats, such as spider web cupcakes or graveyard trifles.

Your home caregiver can help your loved one have a safe Halloween

Hiring a home caregiver can be a great way to ensure your loved one has a safe and fun Halloween. Home caregivers can help with tasks such as making Halloween crafts, cooking Halloween treats, and dressing seniors in their costumes, so all your loved one has to focus on this holiday is having fun.

If you’re interested in hiring a home caregiver, reach out to Home Care Powered by AUAF. We offer customized home care services to seniors in the Phoenix area. Contact us today to learn more!

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