Father’s Day is coming up this month, which means it’s time to honor the
special father figures in our lives! Grandfathers, in particular, can fill a
special, irreplaceable role in the family. They can be wise, well rounded, strong,
proud and very giving. And if there’s one thing that they all have in common,
it’s their undeniable soft spot for their families. If you’re fortunate enough
to have a grandfather in your life, it’s only natural to give them a day they
won’t forget!
Here are 4 great ways to celebrate and honor Grandpa on Father’s Day from
our assisted
living team in Camden County, NJ.
- Treat him to a day out. Whether he
lives at home or in an assisted living community, Grandpa deserves a day
out where he can do the things he loves. Visit his favorite restaurant and
sit down for a nice lunch. Afterwards, you could stop by his favorite
bakery or ice cream parlor for a sweet treat. If he’s a movie buff, go
catch a new movie together or if he’s an avid fisherman, spend the day on
the water at The Jersey Shore. Whatever you decide to do, Grandpa is sure
to love a day out that’s dedicated to his favorite things.
- Cook for him and the
rest of the family if you’re feeling confident! You know what they say,
“The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” Really this age-old
saying applies to everyone who appreciates a nice home cooked meal. Food
has been and always will be a way to bond with the ones you love. With
that said, take Father’s Day as an opportunity to test out your cooking
skills with all the dads.
- Help him with chores. A helping hand
can go a long way, especially for Grandpa who may not move as fast as he
used to. Just offering to water the garden or mow the lawn will mean a lot
to him. This could also be a great opportunity to enlist the help of the
younger grandkids with more energy to burn!
- Let him teach you something. Oftentimes the
best gift is knowledge. Although Grandpa will be the one giving the
knowledge, his gift will be having you and the grandkids listen, absorb
and appreciate the lesson. To be clear, Grandpa doesn’t have to teach
everyone algebra on Father’s Day, instead opt for an activity that everyone
could enjoy together. For example, if he has a wicked ping pong serve, he
can teach everyone his secret technique. This type of bonding experience
is sure to create a memory that will last for years to come. Not to
mention, a new Father’s Day tradition could emerge from it!
Honoring Grandpa in assisted living on Father’s Day
Our associates at UMC at Collingswood understand that mobility and health
issues can prevent some of our assisted living residents from being able to
leave Collingswood to celebrate Father’s Day. With that said, there’s no reason
why we can’t bring the celebrations to them! Get in touch and
let us know how we can best accommodate your Father’s Day plans for your senior
loved one. Our assisted living community has many communal spaces, both indoors
and outdoors, where families can gather and spend time with Grandpa safely.
Call us today to find out how we can help make Father’s Day truly special
for Grandpa. And to find out more about our assisted living services in Camden
County, please visit our website at: https://collingswood.umcommunities.org/
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