Bedridden seniors: Proven activities for better mental health India is a ‘no country for old men’ and there are many reasons for it. According to a survey conducted by the United Nations, about 62% bedridden seniors in India lack care they deserve. The Indian senior care ecosystem even lacks facilities to provide general care that ease the physical and mental exertion induced by the long-term bedrest.
While being stuck in bed is extremely draining both physically and mentally, lack of activities can suck the remaining motivation for life out of them. The frailty of long-term confinement to bed can negatively impact mental health and cause extreme mood swings. If you are a senior or a loved one who has a bedridden family member back at home, here are a few activities that bedridden elders can do to maintain a healthy mental life. Continue reading the blog until the end to know more about healthy ageing tips for bed ridden elders. What is included in the list of healthy ageing for seniors? Bed ridden seniors can do different kinds of uplifting activities, both physically and mentally. With the help of music therapy, expressive art therapy, and yoga and meditation, you can better your loved ones’ life experience even when they are bedridden. What is music therapy for seniors? There is, probably, nothing that could not be moved by good music, including individuals who are bedridden. Music therapy uses pre-arranged music tracks to better the way a senior feels on the bed. The tracks can include mild and positive music, or the choicest songs as preferred by the senior.