The Top 5 Senior Activities To Keep The Mind & Body Healthy

 Elder Care Services Naperville

Why do some older adults feel good and stay active into their senior years, but others age much more rapidly? There are a variety of factors that contribute to a senior’s well-being such as physical activity, cognitive function, and social interaction. At Naperville Senior Center, we provide high quality elder care services, activities and nutritional meals daily.  

Many studies have shown the correlation between physical activity and increased mental cognition. It is important to use the body and mind in order to keep both from weakening as we age. What you do now to strengthen your body and mind will affect how you feel as you age, so start thinking about what you can do to increase those chances.

But what about a loved one who is already in their senior years? At any age, there are activities that are healthy for the body and mind; keeping the brain active, involving social interaction and having fun!

Here are 5 activities that can keep your mind and body healthy:

1. Walking: a brisk 30-minute walk strengthens your heart and burns calories. Physical activity can also help increase mental cognition.
2. Games: whether card or board games, crossword or jigsaw puzzles, playing games may help prevent dementia by exercising one’s mind.
3. Story Telling: seniors who use their imaginations instead of trying to use their memory can improve their mood, communication and social interactions.
4. Arts & Crafts: more seniors are discovering the rewards of finding a new hobby or rediscovering a pleasurable craft from their past.
5. Social Activities: humans are social creatures. While there are there are activities that you can do alone to enrich your spirit, group activities are, by far, more satisfying for most people.

Whether you are a boomer or a millennial, keeping your mind and body healthy should be something you work on regularly. There are plenty of activities for all ages and levels of physical or mental capacity. You just have to start!  We have fun activities and elder care services to meet your needs. 

Contact us to schedule a FREE 3-hour trial at our facility so you can see what we have to offer and understand the Naperville Senior Center experience, Home Away From Home.

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