Spring is in the air, presenting warmer weather, greener pastures and ample opportunities to add fun ideas to your to-do list. Whether you prefer spending time outside connecting with nature or staying inside to work on passion projects, start the season by trying something fresh and new. Check out these spring activities that enable you to embrace vibrant, active lifestyles.
Throw open the windows and dust off your old cookbooks. If spring is the time to try something new, consider finding a recipe you've never tried before. At Cedarfield, we have cottages and apartments with full-size kitchens and appliances. This layout makes it possible to get lost in a complex baking project.
Strawberries, lemons and blueberries are in season this time of year. Bake a pie or tart to share with neighbors or visiting family members.
Cedarfield is located in Richmond, Virginia, just a short drive from a bustling downtown area with world-class museums, restaurants and cultural events. We're also near Deep Run Park, a recreational area featuring walkways, ponds and open spaces for having a picnic.
Find a part of town you've never visited and see what wonders you can uncover. Invite your friends along for a group outing to a restaurant, shopping center or local sporting event to make new spring memories.
Spring breathes new life into the landscape. Leave your mark in nature by growing and maintaining a garden. Plant flowers to add color. Take your gardening skills one step further by growing in-season vegetables, such as carrots, beets or fresh herbs.
Gardening benefits older adults by enhancing self-esteem, productivity, exercise and social engagement. It can help foster a sense of accomplishment while socializing with peers who share similar interests, resulting in a stress-free spring.
As part of Cedarfield's mission to promote active lifestyles, our campus amenities include resident gardens.
Get creative with a DIY craft or art project. If you aren't sure what to make, browse through Pinterest for inspiration. This image-sharing site features DIY craft ideas with instructions and accompanying photos to make the task easier.
One idea for a spring project is building a birdhouse. Our Life Plan Community offers a woodworking and creative arts studio where residents can bring their birdhouses to life.
Dive Into Spring Cleaning
Long, cold winter months make it difficult to stay productive and motivated. However, the spring thaw presents the ideal opportunity to open windows and break out the mop and lavender-scented cleaning products for a seasonal deep-clean.
Sweep the floors, put fresh sheets on the bed and organize your closet or other storage areas to find items to donate. Starting spring with a clean slate and fresh-smelling home can increase your excitement and anticipation for the new season. Consider investing in seasonal decorations to further set the mood.
Check the events schedule at your local community center to see what spring classes it offers. Signing up for a class presents an opportunity to leave your home a few days per week and meet new friends who share similar passions. It's also a great way to learn new skills or expand your knowledge on your existing abilities or interests.
If residents don't want to travel, Cedarfield's Pathways to Wellness provides a range of fitness, creative, intellectual and community outreach programs. From water aerobics and photography classes to book clubs and museum trips, residents enjoy opportunities to maintain physical and mental health.
Cedarfield in Richmond, Virginia, is committed to helping seniors stay active this spring with a range of indoor and outdoor activities and programs. At Cedarfield, residents embrace the new season by signing up for a tai chi class, exploring nearby trails or learning a new skill.
Join Cedarfield's vibrant Life Plan community this spring. Schedule an in-person visit by calling 804-474-8788 to learn more about our community and the surrounding Richmond area.
