Video games, especially the 3D variety, employ cutting-edge technology to make the games as realistic as possible. Though young people are often the first ones to use new technology, 3D video games are actually a great entertainment source for seniors. Here’s how your aging loved one can benefit from these games.
Increases Memory
Studies show 3D video games can boost seniors’ memory. A team of researchers from the University of California, Irvine (UCI) published a study in Nature: International Weekly Journal of Science that showed 3D games stimulate brain wave activity and gradually boost memory formation. With this in mind, seniors with dementia may benefit from playing 3D games.
Aging in place can present a few challenges for seniors living with dementia. However, they can still live independently at home with the help of professional dementia care. Naples families can rely on Assisting Hands Home Care to provide their elderly loved ones with mental and social stimulation, timely medication reminders, assistance with meal prep, and much more. Our caregivers are available around the clock to help your loved one live a happier and healthier life.
Boosts Multitasking Skills
As people age, their ability to multitask decreases and makes it difficult to focus on more than one thing at a time. The UCI study also observed that 3D games increase the ability to multitask. In addition to exhibiting enhanced multitasking abilities while playing the games, the research participants were also better able to multitask while performing normal daily functions.
Enhances Socialization
People from different generations often have difficulty finding shared hobbies. Seniors who play 3D video games gain the ability to socialize and have fun with their grandchildren and younger friends. By keeping up with the latest trends in video games, seniors gain a valuable form of entertainment that keeps them in the generational loop.
A home caregiver can also serve as a wonderful source of socialization for your parent. Not every senior has the same care needs, which means they don’t all need the same type of in-home care. You can rely on Assisting Hands Home Care to provide an individualized care plan to meet your elderly loved one’s unique care needs. Our caregivers help seniors focus on healthy lifestyle habits, such as eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly, and maintaining strong social ties, and we offer mentally stimulating activities that can boost cognitive health and delay the onset of dementia.
Encourages Fitness
Many gaming systems, such as Wii and Xbox, use games that focus on increasing fitness. By playing 3D video games for fitness, seniors can enjoy low-impact exercise at home. These games can be played indoors and set to different levels of difficulty, making them ideal for seniors who are unable to leave their homes.
Increases Coordination
3D video games require far more spatial reasoning than regular games. A study by Gregory Clemenson for The Journal of Neuroscience linked 3D video games to an increase in overall coordination and reflex skills, which are crucial for preventing dangerous accidents and falls among seniors.
Seniors require cognitive stimulation and physical activity to maintain optimal brain function during their golden years. The type of home care Naples seniors need can vary. Some need assistance a few hours a day, while others require more extensive around-the-clock assistance. At Assisting Hands Home Care, we tailor our care plans based on each senior’s individual care needs, and the plans can be adjusted at any time. We are a trusted provider of respite and 24-hour care, and we also offer specialized Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, and stroke care for seniors. Trust Assisting Hands Home Care to provide high-quality compassionate professional care for your loved one. Call one of our friendly Care Managers today.
