The season of love is just around the corner. This Valentine’s day, surprise your aging loved one with one of the many senior-friendly activities to be held in the city. Here are a few activities, suggested by Harrisburg, PA, senior home care experts, to bring a smile to your parent’s or grandparent’s face.
1. Sweetheart Weekend
The Spring Gate Vineyard at 5790 Devonshire Road is hosting a Valentine’s weekend event from February 10th to 12th. Seniors can bring their favorite person to enjoy a stress-free weekend of fun-filled activities, which will include wine tastings, food truck events, and plenty of soft, romantic music.
2. Valentine’s Wine Glass Paint Party
The Paint and Create is offering a painting party at the Midstate Distillery, at 1817 North Cameron Street, on February 14th from 7pm to 9pm. Seniors will get a chance to meet new friends, laugh, unwind, sip, and create. During the class, your loved one will make two beautiful keepsake painted wine glasses with the guidance of a painting expert. Painting experience isn’t required. The venue is handicapped accessible, making it ideal for physically-challenged seniors. Admission is $30 per person, which includes all supplies, even a cute apron.
3. Romantic Dinner
On February 14th from 4pm to 9pm, The Millworks at 340 Verbeke Street is preparing a special Valentine’s menu, which will include roasted squash soup and fried clams. For seniors looking for an earlier dining option on Valentine’s Day, this is the ideal place to go with their special someone. Your aging loved one will get a chance to relax, engage in an intimate conversation, and enjoy delicious food in a less crowded atmosphere.
4. Shelter Sweetheart Week
The Humane Society of Harrisburg at 7790 Grayson Road is arranging a pet adoption event from February 13th to 18th. For many seniors, pets are their true love. This event is ideal for seniors looking to find a new pet companion this Valentine’s Day, at half the price.
When planning the perfect day or night out for your loved one, make sure to take all reasonable steps to make the trip memorable. This is where hiring a professional caregiver can prove useful. When it comes to high-quality hourly, live-in, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and dementia care in Harrisburg, families prefer Home Care. Our senior care services include meal preparation, transportation, and dressing to make your loved one’s day out enjoyable. To create a customized care program for your senior loved one, call one of our friendly Care Managers today at (717) 540-4663.