Mental Exercises for Seniors

 

Like any other muscle, brain needs exercise to stay active and healthy. Mental exercises simulate the brain, they help improve thinking, alertness, memory, reasoning and processing skills.

The following some activities for seniors that help their minds stay sharp:

1. PUZZLES

Solving puzzles is a great way to  stretch the mind and get it buzzing. Also, puzzles can be a fun and relaxation pastime for seniors.

 

2. BOARD GAMES

Usually board games involve having a strategy and planning, this is helpful to increase thinking and focus.

 

3.CARD GAMES

Card games increase concentration and memory skills, it can help cognitive function in seniors.

 

4. ARTS and CRAFTS

Crafting brings feeling of happiness and can help lessen anxiety and depression. Using creative skills in art keeps your mind and hands active. You can work on creating gifts for your special loved ones which brings sense of purpose and achievement.

 

5. READING:

Reading books and magazines improve brain function and connectivity, reading the daily news keeps yow informed and entertained.

 

6. EXERCISE:

It’s important to remain physically active. Whether its walking, light gardening, housekeeping or stretching …  exercising increase heart rate, which pumps extra oxygen to the brain.