Seniors Embrace Card Games as a Way to Stay Active | Residence 600, Salina

In recent years, senior citizens have begun to embrace the idea of playing cards and board games as a way to stay active and keep their minds sharp. With the population of seniors continuing to increase, it’s important to provide an engaging and entertaining activity that will help keep them engaged and alert.

Playing cards and board games can provide a stimulating mental exercise that is both fun and beneficial. Playing card games, such as bridge and poker, can be a great way for seniors to exercise their minds and keep their skills sharp. Card games require players to make decisions quickly and work through strategies to maximize their chances of success. By playing card games, seniors will be able to increase their cognitive abilities, such as problem solving and memory recall. Board games are another great way for seniors to stay active and keep their minds sharp.

Board games, such as chess and checkers, require players to think ahead and plan their moves in order to be successful. This type of mental exercise helps seniors keep their minds sharp and encourages them to think critically. In addition to being a great way to stay active and keep their minds sharp, playing card games and board games can also be a great way for seniors to socialize and interact with others. Board games can be a great way to bring friends and family together for a night of fun and laughter. In addition, many senior centers and retirement homes offer weekly card game and board game nights, which can be a great way for seniors to connect with others.

​ Overall, playing cards and board games can provide seniors with a fun and stimulating activity that can help keep their minds sharp. By playing cards and board games, seniors can stay active and engaged while also enjoying the company of others. So, if you know a senior citizen who’s looking for a fun and challenging way to stay active and keep their minds sharp, suggest that they give card games or board games a try.

Charlene Frazier 
Community Coordinator
785-822-1300
[email protected]
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