*50 LVAD friendly activities

Life with an LVAD changes a lot… how you move, how you plan, even how you plug in (literally). But here’s the thing: the fun doesn’t have to stop just because your heart runs on batteries. If anything, it’s an invitation to live more intentionally and find joy in new ways. Whether you’re looking for creative ways to stay active, connect with loved ones, or just shake up the routine, this list of 50 LVAD-friendly activities proves that life with wires can still be full of adventure.

Creative & Expressive Arts

1. Digital art or iPad drawing

2. Writing a children’s book

3. Designing T-shirts or stickers

4. Making a scrapbook of your health journey

5. Painting rocks and leaving them in parks

6. Creating handmade greeting cards

7. Filming short videos or vlogs

8. Upcycling thrift store finds into art

9. Creating your own comic strip

10. Making handmade candles or soaps

Home & Indoor Fun

11. Trying new recipes from around the world

12. Rearranging or redecorating a room

13. Creating a home herb garden

14. Organizing family photos

15. Curating a themed movie marathon

16. Creating a cozy reading nook

17. Listening to podcasts while doing puzzles

18. Hosting a themed dinner night

19. Playing “escape room” board games

20. Building a model (train, house, etc.)

Family & Social

21. Hosting a backyard movie night

22. Reading books aloud together

23. Making a family time capsule

24. Baking and delivering treats to neighbors

25. Creating a family mural

26. Hosting a mock talent show

27. Making a vision board with your kids

28. Creating a family cookbook

29. Having a “no-tech” night

30. Setting up a pen-pal exchange with friends

Self-Care & Wellness

31. Using essential oils for aromatherapy

32. Keeping a dream journal

33. Practicing gentle chair yoga

34. Doing a guided body scan meditation

35. Creating your own affirmation cards

36. Trying light resistance band exercises

37. Using a gratitude jar

38. Enjoying sound healing or binaural beats

39. Setting monthly wellness goals

40. Practicing mirror affirmations

Nature-Inspired

41. Feeding backyard birds or squirrels

42. Making a fairy or gnome garden

43. Going to a drive-through safari or zoo

44. Having a picnic under the stars

45. Sketching trees, leaves, or flowers

46. Visiting a waterfall or scenic overlook

47. Watching sunrises or sunsets as a ritual

48. Going on a wildflower or leaf hunt

49. Watching clouds and finding shapes

50. Creating a nature journal

-Phoenix