Wellness programs are all the rage, and retirementcommunities are no different. In fact, WellnessPrograms in retirement communities have found the ingredientsto the fountain of “youthful living.” The programs helpseniors stay fit, revitalized and feeling good about themselvesas they age by offering a variety of exercise programs, healthymeals, laughter and simple fun.
Exercise is part of a daily regimen at most retirement communities,giving residents great optionssuch as aquatic exercise classes,yoga, tai chi, sittercise, aerobics, walkinggroups and fitness equipment.These options help residents stay agileand flexible, while building theirstrength and getting their endorphinsflowing for the day. Exercise and otherdaily activities have demonstratedpositive results, helping residents bettermanage their weight, arthritis,equilibrium, cholesterol, strengthand much more.
As the saying goes, “you are whatyou eat.” Most retirement communitiestake this to heart and ensurewell–balanced menu selections approvedby a dietitian. This gives seniorsoptions and the ability to eatright by making better food choicesevery day. Typically, for those wholive alone in their home, it can bedifficult to cook a well–balanced meal, and it may becomeeasier to eat TV dinners or just snack throughout the day. Ina retirement community the great choices include an arrayof soups, salads, entrees, accompaniments, fruits, dessertsand more. You can even select sugar–free desserts or low–saltitems from the daily menu. Healthy selections are available...the hard part becomes getting yourself to choose them!
Laughter and fun are the last ingredients to staying youngat heart by revitalizing your inner spirit. As they say, “laughteris the best medicine,” and it is so true! With more laughter,fun and good times, there is less focus on stress. At retirementcommunities you will find there are many fun and excitingthings to do, like day excursions, a multitude of games, parties,dances, movies, arts and crafts and so much more. Speakingfrom experience, at Independence Hill Retirement ResortCommunity, not a day goes by that the staff and residents donot get a good laugh while visiting. Funhappens in the simplest of ways: chattingwith friends in the dining room,taking a stroll on the lush grounds oreven just joking around by the frontdesk.
Independence Hill is committed toputting smiles on faces, sharing thetightest of hugs and having residentsburst with laughter as often as possible.At Independence Hill, the missionstatement reads, “Caring to createa lifestyle that nurtures the spirit,”and we live by this everyday. The bestpart? Our residents aren’t the onlyones to benefit in all the greatnessand wellness that occurs at our retirementcommunity; the staff thrives onthe camaraderie and precious relationshipsas well.
I encourage you to visit a retirementcommunity in your area and askabout their Wellness Program. But remember: wellness beginswith the “smile muscles” being exercised by the residents andstaff.
