Valentine’s Day is a fun occasion for showing love and affection to family and friends, no matter what your age! Whether it’s a romantic dinner with your spouse or a game night with friends, this year take time to remind the special people in your life how important they are to you.

Here are a few ways seniors can celebrate love this February.

Send Cards

A simple way to show someone you love and care on Valentine’s Day is to send a heartfelt card. Hand-write a letter to a friend or family member letting them know how much you appreciate them. You can even make the card yourself if you enjoy arts and crafts.

Bake a Valentine’s Day Treat

If you love spending time in the kitchen, Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to whip up a tasty, heart-shaped treat for someone you love. Gather your friends together for a day of baking or invite your grandkids over and make your favorite recipe. Package your treats in a festive bag or box and give them to friends and family as a fun way to celebrate the holiday.

Arrange a Flower Bouquet

Seniors who love gardening may enjoy crafting their own Valentines Day bouget. Visit the grocery store or local flower shop and purchase a variety of flowers. At home, lay out your different blooms to create a beautiful, hand-crafted arrangement. Enjoy your flower bouquet at home, or gift it to someone you love.

Enjoy a Romantic Movie

Maybe you don’t enjoy baking and crafts. Or perhaps mobility issues prevent you from using your hands to create Valentines gifts. You can still celebrate this day of love by relaxing in front of the television with your favorite romantic movie. Spend the day relaxing at home or gather your friends for love-themed films, snacks and quality time.

Enjoy Games

If you live in a senior living community, a great way to celebrate Valentine’s Day while encouraging socialization is to host a party with games. From love-themed bingo to card games and puzzles, a fun game-night with loved ones and food can lift spirits and help you connect with friends.

Take a Stroll Down Memory Lane

On a day created for love, what better way to celebrate than by recalling old memories. Include your grandkids by sharing stories and scrolling through old photos of you and your spouse. They will enjoy learning more about their grandparents as you revisit some of your favorite memories from the past.

Give the Gift of Time

Most importantly, Valentine’s Day is about letting loved ones know you care. One of the best ways to do this is through the gift of your time. Call up a family member or friend to simply tell them how much they mean to you. Or meet someone you love for coffee and dessert. Simply being together with the people you love is a great way to celebrate the holiday.