Making Shopping Fun for Seniors

As the weather gets nicer, everyone wants to get out and about. Many seniors love to get out and shop, but some might not be able to do so on their own. Even those that can go on their own, prefer a companion with them; it can make the shopping experience more fun. If you are a relative of a senior, there are ways to make shopping a positive experience.

• Go shopping together – Even if your senior relative doesn’t need help shopping, it can be more fun to shop together. This could give your relative a chance to explore new shops that they didn’t know about or simply have someone to talk to while they shop.

• Explore new restaurants – Make shopping an excursion, not a chore. Rather than making shopping something that they have to do, make it a fun experience by taking him or her out to their favorite restaurant or use the opportunity to try a new restaurant as a highlight of the trip.

• Visit other recreational spots – If your shopping trip takes you and your loved one out of their normal area, explore what the area has to offer. Take a walk at a new park, visit a museum or art gallery or simply take a walk downtown while window shopping.

If you have a senior relative that needs to get out and run errands and you are unable to be there to accompany him or her as often as necessary, you can hire a professional that provides senior care. A professional can drive your relative to his or her shopping trips or simply provide the companionship that he or she desires, rather than going alone.