Paint by Numbers Kits For Seniors
First of all, there are many many of our customers who are seniors but they are both physically and mentally as fit as the younger generations, some of them are even more productive than their children and grandchildren, since they have more patience, free time and passion to create something creative and artistic. If you are one of them, you are not seen as seniors discussed in this article, just pick any Paint by Numbers kit that you like and create your own artwork.
Some seniors are, however in need of some consultations to choose certain Paint by Number kits that are suitable for them. Seniors are not advised to take on very complicated themes with too many tiny areas to paint with. Pick some themes such as flowers, plants & trees or landscape or animals that are not too complicated, but one can still achieve quite advanced painting result to paint with, will let them feel a lot of fun and self-accomplishment with the art work done by themselves.
For seniors who are fighting against Alzheimers or dementia, studies and research suggest that there are potential benefits from using paint by numbers for Alzheimers patients. Activities like painting can help patients with dementia as it has been proven and shown in many studies conducted by scientists.
Focus: When we are painting, we are deeply focused to get the color right, to get the correct brush strokes. Dementia patients find it hard to concentrate so painting daily can be a good concentration practice for them, as it helps the brain get in the alpha brainwave state, which eventually activates neurotransmitters that help with learning and memory.
Expression: As we discussed before, dementia patients find it hard to express themselves which might make them irritated, and angry at small things. So, art can be a creative outlet to let out their emotions and show how they feel.
Activity: Since dementia leads to speech and mobility problems, painting is a good way to stay active and use the brain. Daily activity is very beneficial and improves symptoms of immobility.
Motivation: After completing the painting, the sense of satisfaction and achievement one gets is unexplainable. The painting will help patients feel motivated to see the end result and then feel proud of their creation. It also activates the feel-good neurotransmitters in the brain related to happiness and triumph.
Bonding: Painting with children can help dementia patients feel close to their family and bond with children.
