ACTIVE AGING WEEK

October 2nd-8th, 2023

If you’re a senior who wants to be more active, Lucy suggests that you “do it!” Additionally, Lucy touts, “use it or lose it” a phrase commonly used to suggest that as people age they will stay healthiest by exercising their mind and body often. While this sentiment is a great one to live by, don’t let it hold you back thinking you have already “lost it”, because a 2023 study in the Psychology and Aging journal found that, “it may never be too late to benefit from interventions designed to increase engagement in enriching physical, social and cognitive activities.” Therefore, in the spirit of Active Aging Week, we encourage you, no matter your age or ability, to try something new this week or return to something you always loved. Whether that is going for a swim to recapture your old love for the ocean, trying a new yoga class at your local senior center (times and locations on p. 14-15), or challenging your mind with a game or puzzle, we encourage you to go for it!

By: Erin Wunker, Service Coordinator, with special thanks to Lucy S.