Activities

As you get older, it can feel harder to stay active and you might think more activities are unsuitable or inaccessible. However, age should never be a barrier to a person living a fulfilling and enriching life. There are lots of activities suitable for elderly people with different fitness levels and pre-existing conditions.

In this section of our blog, you’ll find a wide range of ideas to keep yourself or your elderly loved ones engaged and active. That spans from exercises for improving fitness and flexibility to fun elderly-friendly activities like gardening, games and even places to go.

Read articles that cover a spectrum of activities suitable for different abilities and interests. Whether it’s gentle exercises, craft ideas to spark creativity, or tips on how to reconnect with old interests, we’ve put together informative guides to cover all bases.

At SureSafe, our goal is to create a place where you can come for support and advice on how to better the lives of your elderly loved ones. We believe that mutual support and camaraderie play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for seniors.

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25 Jul 2023 Activities

6 Blooming Good Benefits of Gardening for the Elderly

How does gardening help the elderly? In this guide, we share the amazing benefits and offer some helpful tips about staying safe outside.

11 Jul 2023 Activities

7 Simple Leg Exercises for the Elderly

It’s crucial for elderly people to keep working their leg muscles to prevent falls. Read our simple guide for 7 easy exercises that are gentle on older legs.

03 May 2023 Activities

The Best Memory-Boosting Games for the Elderly

Searching for some much-needed entertainment that could help with cognitive function? We share our favourite memory-boosting games for the elderly.

29 Sept 2022 Activities

Exercises the Elderly Can Do at Home

As we grow older, it’s important to maintain our health and well-being through regular exercise. But it can be more practical to undertake your workouts at home. We discuss the best exercises the elderly can do at home.

05 Apr 2022 Activities

Activities for the elderly that aren’t boring

As we get a little older, our bodies can get weaker. But that doesn’t mean that it’s time to give up on activities. We uncover some of the best activities designed to keep both body and mind in shape.

08 Mar 2022 Activities

The Best Exercises for Older People

Keeping fit as you age is vital to maintaining a good quality of life, yet choosing the most suitable activity can feel a little overwhelming. For the over 70's in particular, staying active is essential to maintain both physical and mental wellbeing. With this in mind, we explore some of the best exercises for older people.

16 Dec 2020 Activities

Self Care Activities: The Benefits of Meditation

Meditation is a mind and body practise that promotes calmness, relaxation and has many psychological benefits. It is something that can be enjoyed at any age and it is especially thought to benefit elderly people for many reasons. These include reducing stress and creating a calmer mindset.

The benefits of meditation

17 Nov 2020 Activities

Lockdown hobbies & activities for elderly women

With a SureSafe personal alarm UK women have been living independently in their homes throughout lockdown. whether you’re furloughed or generally finding more time on your hands, we've put together some of the best activities and hobbies you can do at home to keep you active and entertained.

Hobbies for women

18 Mar 2020 Activities

How to Combat Loneliness When Living At Home Alone

Loneliness within the elderly community is a fairly common issue. As people age, they become more vulnerable to loneliness. This could be because they can't get out much or they retire and don't have the same social networks. But what are the signs of loneliness in elderly people? How can you prevent loneliness in elderly relatives? And how can a personal alarm system make a lone elderly person feel safe?

Preventing Loneliness

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