Are you big on birthday parties? Many of us have some fond memories of birthday parties. Some were better, some were worse and some were just forgotten.
Birthday Parties as You Age
Birthday parties seem to take on different forms as you age. And some people dismiss their value when it comes to elderly folks.
But, the truth is that birthday parties can be very special and meaningful for seniors and not just at milestones (like age 90).
“If you’re going to do a job, do it right. If you’re going to throw a birthday party, make it amazing. If you’re going to do anything, do it awesome.” – Jimmy John Liautaud
Why Birthday Parties can be Good for Seniors
Here are 4 birthday party benefits for your loved one:
- Social benefits – Before anything else, spending time with others combats loneliness. This is definitely a gift seniors can appreciate.
- Family bonding – A birthday party is an apt time to bring family members together and catch-up. It can also strengthen family ties and a sense-of-belonging and love.
- Memories – Your loved one has a lot to tell and share. Giving them the opportunity to do so can be rewarding for them and you. So, why not make a habit of celebrating their birthday, each year, and let them say a few words.
- Appreciation – How do you feel when someone shows you appreciation? Pretty good, huh. Imagine that seniors feel the same. A birthday party is all about showing appreciation, at-least it can be.
Birthday parties are great for all ages, as long as they are age-appropriate. When it comes to seniors, you might want to keep the focus on togetherness, with family and friends.
How many candles were there on the last birthday cake you remember blowing out?
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