Spring is on its way! Watching the sun twinkling off the snow is fun…until it's not.
I’m ready for blooming flowers, outdoor activities, and days when I don’t have to
drag wood to my furnace.
It seems that with every winter that passes, I get a little bit older. That’s funny,
right? (If you didn’t get it, ask a friend who is prolific in Dad jokes.) The older I get,
the more changes I have to make to manage my aging body. It’s not a bad thing.
It’s just part of growing older.
But I don’t always know how to make the necessary changes. They didn’t teach
“Growing Older, Not Old” in High School or College. How do I manage my chronic
conditions? How do I get more exercise? What do I do to improve my memory?
The questions far exceed my knowledge base.
This is where SeniorAge comes in. “Living a Healthy Life” is a class that can
enhance your ability to self-manage any chronic conditions you may deal with.
From chronic pain to depression, the information in this well-researched course
can give you tools to handle the symptoms of your particular condition. Every
minute you spend in the class is a learning experience and an opportunity to
connect with others who get what you are going through.
Another beneficial program is “Walk With Ease.” Whether you are a regular
walker or want to build up the strength to exercise more, this is the program for
you. We have seen folks who struggle with getting out of a chair gain the strength
and confidence to take a 30-minute walk. One participant I had the pleasure of
meeting demonstrated her success when she had me watch her doing knee
bends. She stated that she was unable to do even one when the class started, but
now she could give Jane Fonda a run. (maybe not, but you get the point)
“Stronger Memory” is another very successful group. This class operates as a
support group, leading its participants to complete three simple tasks daily to
strengthen the synapses in the memory part of the brain and improve Mild
Cognitive Impairment. The activities are elementary and take about 30 minutes
daily, but the memory improvement can last a lifetime.
So, how do you get involved in these learning opportunities? Contact your local
senior center. Let them know you want to be notified when a group is scheduled.
You are worth the effort it takes to participate in these groups. You will learn
lifelong lessons and connect with others who understand what you live with.
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