3. I have set up an exercise program for my Dad. He is quite keen, even though he doesn't grasp it yet. He gets points for doing exercises and going for walks, and the points translate into kilometers on the Dewdney trail in B.C. I printed out a map and we are tracking our progress. He is so cute .... I came up with 1 point per thing but I see that he is giving himself 4 points. He gives himself extra points for his longer walk. My Mom is starting to join in but he is so competitive that she has to fudge her points so he stays ahead. It's really good that they are doing this though since they stopped doing it this spring and my Dad lost a lot of strength.
4. I've got Dad back into his stamp collecting hobby. I thought that I would just be sorting his stuff and finding the valuable ones but he sat me down and started teaching me all about it. It's actually fascinating and he is so happy that someone is interested in it. He had to stop years ago because of his cognitive issues. I have even asked his relatives to start sending stamps in the mail to him if they get any, and some of his grandchildren might be getting involved.