Black History Month Celebrations
Please join the town of Mt. Pleasant Historical Commission in celebrating its 6th annual Black History Month. Every Saturday at 7 pm during the month of February, a different event will be held at one of several locations around town. All events are free and open to the public. Mark your calendars for this week’s […]
Cheerful Valentine’s Day Activities for Seniors
Create a Festive Environment. Putting up decorations makes any holiday festive and special. Cut hearts out of colored paper and stick them up around the house. Celebrate with Family and Friends. Any holiday is a good reason to get together with family and friends. Organize a casual potluck, or even just coffee/tea. Enjoy Valentine Themed […]
February is Heart Month
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by Heart Disease. We can use this month to raise awareness about heart disease and how people can prevent it. A few ideas: Encourage families to make small changes, like […]
Great Activities for Limited Mobililty
Great Activities for Limited Mobility: 1. Spend Time Reading – Reading is a fantastic way to spend time and keep the brain engaged. 2. Explore a Variety of Hobbies – Activities that don’t require a lot of moving include bird watching, knitting, crocheting, indoor garden, or playing a musical instrument. 3. Get Creative – Drawing, […]
January is National…
National Hobby Month The beginning of the year is a great time to start a new hobby. National Book Month Get Reading! National Get Organized Month Start the year off organized. National Mentoring Month Use this month to become a mentor. High-Tech month Learn about how our lives are […]
January Events Around Charleston
Charleston Restaurant Week: January 9-19, 2020 The next installment of Charleston Restaurant Week is set for January 9-19, 2020. The event which is executed the Lowcountry Hospitality Association, is one of the most highly anticipated culinary events in the Charleston area. Lowcountry Oyster Festival: January 26, 2020 The Lowcountry Oyster Festival is the world’s […]
Four New Year’s Goals for Family Caregivers
Get help so you’re not doing everything by yourself. – Put together a care giving team. – Ask family or friends to help with your older adult. – Get outside help. Take time for yourself every day. – Take small breaks throughout the day. – Do something just for you. Everyone needs regular time to […]
6 Ways to Adapt Holiday Activities for Seniors with Dementia
Keep groups small to avoid over stimulation. For example, instead of having one big get together for all of the family, have a couple of family events over the course of a few weeks; or limit the event to immediate family only. Schedule important activities for their best time of the day. If your senior […]
Holiday Activities for Seniors
1. Make a holiday wreath. 2. Decorate and fill stockings. 3. Decorate the house. 4. Play simple card or board games. 5. Sing holiday songs together. 6. Have a family movie night, 7. Have tea or cookies. 8. Bake cookies. 9. Wrap gifts. 10. Help with holiday cards.
Christmas Traditions from Around the World
Kentucky Fried Christmas Dinner in Japan. Christmas is not a big deal in Japan, except for this new tradition of eating KFC as Christmas dinner. Saint Nicholas Day in Germany. This particular saint travels all over Germany on December 6 to leave little treats in the shoes of good children. Broom Hiding, from Norway. This […]
