Paoli, PA - April 16, 2004 - People of all ages enjoy gardening. However, it can be strenuous work, especially for Senior Citizens who may have mobility or strength challenges. Here are some tips on how to help older relatives and neighbors enjoy a day in the garden. Make gardening an intergenerational activity. - Seniors can plan and select items for the garden and participate physically according to their capability. Adults can help select, purchase and transport the plants and other supplies. Teenagers can do clean up and soil preparation tasks. Younger children can plant seeds and make garden markers.
- Make sure all participants have the right tools for the job and for their size and ability. Consider adaptive, ergonomic tools for Senior Citizens and smaller, kid-sized tools for younger children. Supervise teenagers working with sharp tools.
- Don't forget the effects of the sun. The fun of planning and working in a garden can be an all-day outdoor event. Wear a protective hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Make sure everyone stays hydrated with cool, refreshing water.
Consider the frequency and amount of work required to maintain the garden. - Choose flower and vegetable varieties and their planting location carefully for easy pruning, weeding and watering.
- Use raised beds or potted containers, so that Seniors can take care of the plants when others are not available to help.
- If the Senior Citizen cannot care for his or her own garden, establish a schedule for friends, family members or neighbors to maintain it. Make the maintenance visit a social call as well, brightening everyone's day.
Gardening with Seniors can be a fun intergenerational activity during which the younger people learn some tried-and-true gardening techniques. Who knows? They may pass on generations of experience to their own grandchildren some day. See more tips on gardening for Senior Citizens. ###
About Wellhaven
Founded in early 2002, Wellhaven, LLC offers Gifts for Seniors, enabling easier every day living for Senior Citizens. They have hundreds of unique and useful gifts. Wellhaven Gifts for Seniors serves three distinct groups. - Adult children of aging parents who buy gifts for Senior Citizens
- Seniors who buy for themselves or friends
- Aging Service organizations such as Senior Centers, Adult Day Care Centers, Retirement Communities, Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Homes and Hospitals
Wellhaven, LLC is a female-owned, small business headquartered in Paoli, PA and offers its products online at www.wellhaven.com.Media Contact:
Patricia Curry
Wellhaven, LLC
Gifts for Seniors
Office: 610-640-3366
Fax: 610-640-3338
Web site: www.wellhaven.com |
