Elderly couples who have enjoyed traveling before retirement would love to continue with their favorite activity of seeing new places, or returning using either a motorhome or public transportation to a favorite vacation spot. However, age does put limitations on people because of weakening eyesight, stress of moving, physical problems, and other unfortunate situations that can make having fun difficult. With the right tools it could be possible to spend a few days, or weeks away in a safe location that has the right amenities. If holidays out of state or out of the country has become too strenuous for the two, activities like spending time with grandchildren, reading, writing, playing card games with friends, going to the movies together, watching sports, cooking and giving parties for friends on holidays can be great fun activities and take the place of vacations out of one's local community or even city. One of the favorites is sitting there next to the love of your life while you are both reaching into a bag of popcorn at the theater, with minimal butter of course, as it provides a few hours of wonderful entertainment.
Out of all of these fun activities that can be engage in, cards is probably the most popular for many simple reasons. It engages the mind and keeps the brain working the way it should, as well as having social benefits if others are involved. Some have become accustomed to a lot of social involvement and this is very
positive for many elderly couples, it should be nourished and improved upon. Being around others helps with moral and overall sense of well-being. For mental alertness getting together with family or friends on a regular basis for a few hours while sharing healthy foods and discussing fun topics is a sure way to make life enjoyable. A public location is not necessary as a home can be the best gathering spot. It is very comfortable and gives that wonderful feeling that makes us all feel warm and fuzzy inside.
