Senior memory care Kansas City finds special ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with elderly residents. Doing so is important for encouraging socialization and instilling a sense of belonging and comfort. Although Valentine’s Day, as with any major holiday, has unique challenges for senior memory care Kansas City, it is still possible to make it enjoyable and memorable.

Friends, spouses and other family members can help their loved one in various ways, as well. For people with dementia it is sometimes necessary to make a few changes to traditional ways of celebrating Valentine’s Day. Even if someone doesn’t usually celebrate, devoting at least one day a year to a new holiday tradition is important and can have many benefits for your loved one.

For example, people who are widowed often miss the special times they spent with their spouses. To honor their years of love and marriage, on these special days bringing them gifts of candy and flowers, and sending special greeting cards, helps remind them they are still loved and cared for. Greeting card companies have a specific line of Valentine’s cards that are written for adult children and grandchildren to give to their elderly family members.

We understand that the holidays can sometimes be difficult for seniors, triggering loneliness or sadness from missing their loved ones. At Clover Care Home senior memory care Kansas City, to help make each day better, especially on holidays, we try to involve residents in social activities with one another. Our residents at all care levels are encouraged to attend group activities, enjoy fresh baked heart-themed cakes and cookies, and participate in special crafts. Specially prepared healthy dinners with valentine-themed decorations, singalongs, snacks and beverages are a part of the tradition at our residence.

It’s nice to warm our hearts and make Valentine’s Day special for residents of senior memory care Kansas City. It’s cold outside, and finding special ways to make them comfortable and spend a pleasant day with other residents and visitors is always a good thing. It isn’t a romance-focused day – it’s a love-celebration. Universal love is something everyone needs, and at Clover Care Home, we love our residents and want them to have the best day possible, not only on Valentine’s Day, but every day!

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If you are looking for a senior memory care facility for yourself or a family member, give us a call at Clover Care Home. We provide an unmatched, caregiving support team that sets us apart in the Kansas City area. We would be happy to meet with you. We can be reached by calling 913-991-2605, or visit us ONLINE.