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7 Easy Halloween Crafts for Seniors\"7<\/h1>\n

One of the most common\u00a0conditions a senior can experience is loneliness. It\u2019s harmful for their mental health in ways that extends to their physical health. The solution to helping a loved one avoid loneliness doesn\u2019t have to be difficult \u2013 it can be fun. Your family should seek out opportunities to keep your loved one active and engaged as they age. Finding activities to spend time together around as a family isn\u2019t just good for enjoying yourself and creating memories, it\u2019s good for your loved one\u2019s health.<\/span><\/p>\n

With Halloween approaching, you\u2019ve got an easy opportunity for planning some fun activities handed to you. We\u2019ve got seven easy Halloween craft ideas you can tackle with the senior(s) in your life and any other family members you enlist to join you. You can always add to the activity with spooky music or some Fall-themed snacks.<\/span><\/p>\n

1.\u00a0Pom-pom Spiders
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Making the pom-poms<\/a><\/strong> themselves may take some time, but once you\u2019ve got those done, turning them into a spider is simple. You can add a few to strategic spots around the house and be greeted by adorable spiders throughout the Halloween season. <\/span><\/p>\n

2.\u00a0Floating Ghost<\/h2>\n

Spiders are one thing, but ghosts<\/a><\/strong> are a quintessential part of the Halloween experience. Work together to make one of these guys (or a few so anyone participating in your Halloweeen craft day has one to take home) for an extra addition to your Halloween decorations.<\/span>
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3.\u00a0Bat Mobile<\/h2>\n

Time to add bats to the mix! Martha Stewart\u2019s bat mobile<\/a><\/strong> is pretty easy to put together using the provided bat templates, a bit of construction paper, and a branch from the yard.<\/span><\/p>\n

4.\u00a0No-carve Pumpkins<\/h2>\n

Decorated pumpkins are an obvious go-to for Halloween crafts, but depending on the age and dexterity of those you\u2019ll be crafting with, you might want to avoid the sharp tools. Even so, you\u2019ve got plenty of decorating options to choose from! This Buzzfeed list<\/a><\/strong> offers 37 carveless pumpkin-decorating ideas that involve glitter, paint, ribbons and more, but your creativity can always add even more ideas to the list.<\/span><\/p>\n

5.\u00a0Super-sized Spider<\/h2>\n

Those pom-pom spiders are a little involved, so if you want something simpler (or something in addition), you can make these very simple super-sized spiders<\/a><\/strong> to add to your Halloween decorations as well. <\/span><\/p>\n

6.\u00a0Tin Can Luminaries<\/h2>\n

If you want to add some outdoor decorations to your craft plans for the day, these tin can luminaries<\/a><\/strong> look great on a front porch. They do involve some advance prep, so be sure to throw them in the freezer the day before your Halloween craft day is planned. <\/span><\/p>\n

7.\u00a0Ghost Wreath<\/h2>\n

Finally, we\u2019ve got our ghost wreath<\/a><\/strong>. Find a wreath that has the potential for spookiness, and dress it up per the instructions above. This can go inside or outside, depending on your preference. If you like the felt ghosts, you can always add extras to put up in different parts of the house.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re the primary caregiver of a senior in your life, it can be a challenge to remember to stop and have fun together. Let Halloween be a handy excuse to do so! Commit an afternoon to working together on crafts and any other Halloween activities<\/a><\/strong> you think you and your loved one might enjoy. You\u2019ll gain memories, decorations and a pleasant afternoon out of the deal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Happy Halloween!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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