SO… A new survey by the National Council on Aging found that senior’s health and well-being may actually depend, in part, on how much time they spend with their extended families!!
The study said that that nearly 90 percent of seniors surveyed feel revitalized when they spend time with families and 70 percent say they wish they saw their families more throughout the year.
Feeling guilty? Well, here’s a tip to help you rid your guilt and help your grandparents stay alive. with some Here are some the time you spend with your older family members
Humana and KaBOOM! have come together to build eight multigenerational playgrounds and family reunion gathering areas in eight cities over eight weeks.
Playgrounds will be built in Seattle; New Orleans; Greensboro, N.C.; Albuquerque, N.M.; Tucson, Ariz.; Nashville, Orlando and San Antonio, with the final build wrapping up in San Antonio on December 1st!
Each playgrounds were designed by local residents and include traditional, kid-friendly equipment such as slides and monkey bars as well as features such as senior-focused fitness stations. So, instead of going to a playground and just watching their kids, you and your grandparents are able to get in on the action as well. Something to keep in mind when spending time with your family this holiday season!
Now go call your grandma!
