Simple New Year’s Eve Party Ideas Seniors Will Love
by: Melanie Farley
The new year brings us a time to reflect on our past and celebrate the possibilities of the future. It seems to sneak up on us amidst all the other holidays: Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and more, so we may leave plans for new year’s celebrations on the back burner.
Those caring for older loved ones might also be stumped about how to plan a New Year’s Eve party that includes your senior loved one. Even though your senior has experienced many New Year’s Eve celebrations, there’s no reason you can’t have a party that the whole family can enjoy!
Read on for 3 New Year’s Eve Party Ideas Seniors Will Love!
New Year’s Eve Brunch
Perfect for those of us (young and old) who wouldn’t dream of staying up all the way until midnight for the countdown. Add 2022 party hats, balloons, and other festive decorations. Serve champagne mimosas and have a countdown at noon instead of midnight.
The earlier time means everyone can join in on the fun!
A Walk Down Memory Lane Party
For seniors who have been through so many New Year’s Eve parties, the memories can be endless. Embrace those memories by hosting a party where guests bring items from their past to display around the party area.
You might set up an area for each guest to display items from their past. Then guests can walk around and explore each other’s displays. Items might include:
- Photos
- Music
- Clothing
- Souvenirs & other relics
The best part about this idea is that guests can not only reminisce, but they learn more about each other as well.
A Time Period Party
Like the Walk Down Memory Lane Party, this party idea invites us to appreciate the past. In this case, you choose an era to theme the party décor and activities. So, if you choose the 50s, you might play Elvis or Chuck Berry. You might serve cheeseburgers and milkshakes, and guests might wear slicked back hair and poodle skirts.
A Final Word…
Of course, all these parties can be hosted earlier in the day as well – following the New Year’s Eve brunch idea. What’s most important is the togetherness that you share with your loved ones.
Including your senior loved one in your celebrations doesn’t have to be time-consuming or stressful; it just takes a little planning. Plus, in listening to our beloved seniors’ stories, we gain insight into our own pasts, which might just help us plan for the future.
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