Activities for the Mind, Body & Soul

Simple Activities That Can Help Seniors Stay Strong

Keeping an older adult’s mind, body and social life active can prevent or even reverse frailty, and family caregivers assisting seniors are in a unique position to help them figure out what activities will work best.

According to Stephanie Studenski, M.D., M.P.H., an authority on mobility, balance disorders and falls in older adults, “A key is simple activities that seniors find pleasurable or enjoyable.”

Below are a few ideas.

Active Mind
Active Body
Active Soul

View the Activity Calendar and Booklet
Activity Calendar and Booklet

Track activity progress with the printable calendar and activities booklet.

View Activity Calendar and Booklet.


Need ideas for activities and other tools? Visit our Resources page.

The Home Instead Senior Care network strives to educate and inform seniors and their families on a wide variety of topics to assist in improving the quality of life for seniors. The instruction and information presented on this Web site and in the downloadable activity pages is in no way intended as a substitute for medical consultation, and neither Home Instead Senior Care nor the Home Instead Senior Care network warrant or guarantee that participating in the recommended activities will increase a senior’s physical activity and/or achieve desired results. Participation in any exercise program is not without its risks and may result in injury. To reduce the risk of injury, seniors should consult their doctor before beginning any exercise regime. Home Instead Senior Care and the locally owned Home Instead Senior Care businesses expressly disclaim any liability from and in connection with participation in the activities described herein and in the activity downloads.