Celebrating the New Year at Melody Living

​Celebrating New Year’s with your senior loved ones can be a lot of fun! Here are a few tips to make the celebration memorable and stress free for all involved.  
First, you can ring in the New Year anytime that works for your loved one. It is best to pick the time of day your loved one has the most energy. Maybe lunchtime is best. Plan to do a countdown celebration at noon, also known as a “noon year’s eve party!” Melody Living Lake in the Hills senior living community has several meeting and dining spaces available to host residents’ family members on the last day of the 2021!
Don’t forget to grab some festive swag. Partygoers will feel spirited wearing 2022 headwear. There are plenty of choices out there. Maybe grab some headbands for the ladies and top hats for the gentlemen. Necklaces and glasses are great accessories too. 

​Be sure to do a toast. But it doesn’t need to be a traditional type. Pour whatever your favorite senior is comfortable drinking based on their dietary needs. Maybe apple juice or sparkling water are better choices than champagne. Any drink will do if you use a fancy flute glass. Noisemakers and confetti poppers will help your loved one kick off the New Year with a bang. Metallic fringe blowouts are a great option if your loved one is sensitive to noise. 
 
Grab a pen and paper - it is important that we all set goals for the future, regardless of our age. Write down your resolutions together at the celebration and then you can hold each other accountable throughout the year. 
Finally, take a group photo. You will cherish the memory for years to come and you can put the photo in a frame for them to enjoy throughout the coming year. To learn more about Melody Living Lake in the Hills give us call today at 847.957.7070. Happy New Year!