Jacob Graff of Los Angeles, California is the CEO of a healthcare business that focuses on the needs of senior citizens. Outside of managing the business, Jacob Graff enjoys family reunions.

More than just chit chatting about loved ones, a family reunion gives family members a sense of belonging and togetherness. These chances to reconnect and re-identify with family can be the reset button everyone needs to face life's challenges.

However, getting together can also be a chance to make these meetings fun and maybe more adventurous. For example, location is an opportunity to change the tone of the reunion. As opposed to having it at a park or hotel, consider going on an all-inclusive cruise or a holiday trip.

Another opportunity to make the reunion fun is creating a theme around it. Themes can be as simple as holding the event around the oldest member's birthday or as elaborate as one that references something in the family heritage.

Food can also be an opportunity to make the event more interesting. Instead of the barbecue that is characteristic of most reunions, a potluck is another alternative. Depending on the size of the event, planners could also give the menu a thematic flair.