Leisure on a Budget
You want to be more social after returning home but don't have much money to spend. What could you do
Invite someone over, go for a walk, attend a free community program, or visit a friend.
What is one simple leisure activity you could use at home when you're feeling stressed?
Listening to music, reading, breathing exercises, or another relaxing activity.
Before visiting a new community program or location, what is something you can check ahead of time?
Accessibility, hours, cost, or transportation.
What can help you remember what you have planned for the day?
A calendar, planner, or written schedule.
If reading becomes difficult because the print is too small, what are two things that could help?
Large-print books or audiobooks.
Before deciding you can't afford a community activity, what are two things you could look for?
Free programs and possible senior/community discounts.
Why is rest important when you're getting back into your routine after leaving transitional health?
It gives your body and mind time to recover.
You want to start going out again after being in hospital, but a full-day outing feels like too much. What could you do?
Start with a shorter outing and gradually do more.
You used to complete most of your activities in the morning, but now you get tired easily. What is one way you could adjust your routine?
Spread activities throughout the day and include rest breaks.
You love gardening but can no longer easily bend down to the ground. How could you continue gardening?
Use raised garden beds or pots at a comfortable height.
What are two things you can do to keep leisure affordable when you return home?
Use what you already have, look for free community activities, and choose low-cost hobbies.
You have several things you want to get done in one day but notice you're becoming tired. What should you do?
Take a break and spread the activities out.
What are some things you should think about when planning your first few outings after returning home?
Where you're going, how you'll get there, and what support you may need.
You usually attend a weekly card group, but transportation may be difficult after discharge. What should you do before removing it from your routine?
Explore alternatives such as family support, accessible transportation, community transportation, or another way to participate.
You enjoy going for walks, but you can't walk as far as you used to. Does this mean you have to stop? What could you change?
Take shorter walks, take breaks, or choose an easier route.
You want something enjoyable to look forward to each week but you're on a limited budget. What could you do?
Plan one free or low-cost activity each week.
What are three signs that might tell you it's time to slow down and recharge?
Feeling tired, overwhelmed, frustrated, or having trouble concentrating.
What is one thing you could do before leaving here to make getting back into the community easier?
Consult with US to help you find programs, transportation, or activities you want to try!!
After being in hospital for several weeks, why might returning to your exact old routine right away be difficult?
Your abilities, energy levels, or needs may have changed.
What are three things you can change about a hobby if it becomes harder after a change in your abilities?
How you do it, how long you do it, or what equipment/support you use.
You have $0 to spend today. Name four things you could still do for leisure.
Go for a walk, listen to music, read, call a friend, do a puzzle, play cards, sit outside, or do a hobby with supplies you already have.
When you return home, why is it important to have activities that help you relax as part of your routine?
They can help manage stress, restore energy, and create balance in your day.
What is 2 free places in most communities where you can find activities, groups, and events?
Libraries and Community Centers!!
What is more important when building a new routine: doing everything you used to do or making a routine that works for you now?
Making a routine that works for you now.
What is the main goal of adapting a hobby?
To keep doing something you enjoy in a way that works for you now.