Holiday Decorating Tips for Senior Living Apartments

Nothing says holiday season like decorations. And residents of senior living apartments are no different when it comes to wanting to participate in all the festivities of the season. However, there are safety considerations to keep in mind. The good news is that there are many ways to help a senior loved one quickly and safely decorate their home or room with bright colors, holiday smells, and music to get them in the holiday spirit.

Baptist Retirement Community is for Texas seniors who want to enjoy their retirement to the fullest. We love helping our residents enjoy the holidays with the warmth of home through decorations and special community events. Join us for holiday-themed social events, dinners, and gatherings. Schedule a tour of our senior living community today by calling 325.313.7931.

Holiday Decorating Tips for Senior Living Apartments

The holidays are a time for family and friends to gather, but many seniors miss out on these opportunities. In fact, nearly 44% of senior adults experience periods of loneliness during the holiday season.1 If loneliness persists too long, it can lead to depression, anxiety, and even physical ailments like:

High blood pressure

Heart disease

Stroke

Obesity

Weakened immune system

Seniors don’t have to miss out on participating in the fun of the season. While living in retirement communities, they can still decorate the interior and exterior of their homes to brighten their mood. Getting a small tree and decorating it with lights, for example is a great way to bring their family traditions into their new living arrangement. Other Christmas decoration ideas for seniors include:

Hanging wreaths on doorways

Displaying holiday cards on tables or hanging them on walls

A nativity creche

Displaying and tending to poinsettias

Hanging holiday lights around the home

Adding holiday-themed blankets and pillows

At Baptist Retirement Community, we love seeing our residents enjoy themselves, and holiday decor is a big part of that for many. But there can also be potential hazards. Here are some things to consider when planning Christmas decoration ideas for seniors:

Ensure all cords are securely taped down or tucked away to keep walking paths clear

Consider using battery-operated lights to minimize cord risks

Opt for flameless candles to eliminate the potential for fires

Decorate only in easy-to-reach places, or enlist the help of family to hang higher decorations

By avoiding placing decorations on the floor, you can minimize tripping hazards

Our team can also help residents decorate for the holidays. Baptist Retirement Community is on a mission to make every resident feel like family throughout the year.

More on Safe Holiday Decorating Tips for Seniors

There are plenty of ways to decorate for the holidays and make a senior home look and feel like a Christmas Wonderland. Here are a few more tips for celebrating safely and in style:

Gift Wrap Empty Boxes

If you have extra boxes lying around and need some new ideas for decorating, wrapping empty boxes to place under your tree is a great idea. Get some holiday-themed wrapping paper, bows, and ribbons, wrap various-sized boxes, and place them under the tree or on countertops to avoid creating a tripping hazard.

Decorate Your Front Door

Decorating your front door is a fun way to show off your creativity and is a great place to hang wreaths and other holiday-themed decorations. You can cover your front door with wrapping paper, bows, ribbons, and battery-operated LED Christmas lights to display your Christmas spirit.

Add Holiday-Themed Sundries

Adding holiday-themed knickknacks and sundries around the home is a great way to put you in the holiday spirit. Have family members or team members help with decorating if necessary or give you some ideas for decorating your room. This is a great time to bring out your favorite decorations that you’ve had for years.

There are also ways to bring a sense of merriment to the holidays that don’t involve decor. Some of these celebratory options are:

Playing holiday music and watching holiday-themed movies while decorating

Participate in holiday craft making during our arts and crafts activities

Have a family member or friend over to help bake Christmas cookies.

Participate in sing-alongs with the other residents.

No matter how you choose to celebrate, keeping in mind safe holiday decorating tips is key to keeping residents safe and happy.

Call Baptist Retirement Community Today

Baptist Retirement Community is a full-service senior living community that welcomes Texas seniors who are looking for a fulfilling retirement. Our community features a number of unique homes and apartments that you can decorate to your liking for the holidays. Plus, we have special holiday-themed activities and events that you can participate in to get you in the spirit of the holidays.

For more ideas on holiday decorating in senior living, fill out our online form or call 325.313.7931 today to schedule a tour and visit our senior living community in San Angelo.

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