Stepping into a Healthier, Happier Life
By Kaci Wehr | Posted on August 9, 2019
Serving the county's residents age 55 and up, the Jasper Park and Recreation's Older Americans Center strives to create an environment of social, mental, and physical wellbeing. Whether we are stepping to the beat at a city park or in a yoga pose, the goal of the Older Americans Center is to create a socially pleasant and positive experience for everyone.
Knocking Down the Barriers of Parkinson’s
By Patricia Roberts | Posted on August 7, 2019
The City of Port St. Lucie Parks & Recreation Department is proud to be an affiliate of the internationally-acclaimed Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) Program; a non-contact, boxing-based fitness program, developed for individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease to empower them to fight back and give them hope by improving their quality of life.
Unleashing the Creativity
By Anna Labedz | Posted on July 9, 2019
Creativity has no age limit! The Lisle Park District Senior Center community demonstrates this regularly, and seniors are able to share their talents with the greater Lisle area. The Senior Center offers a chance for older adults to express their artistic side through a program called Senior Perspectives which includes art experience classes featuring different drawing and painting techniques.
Adventures Await for Older Adults in Howard County, Maryland
By Ruth Coleman | Posted on July 3, 2019
Adventure is exactly what Howard County Department of Recreation & Parks is infusing into its Active Aging programs through its newest programs, Encore Adventures. In this series of programs, adults ages 55 and up can participate in a variety of outdoor adventures, facilitated by the Department's Adventure & Outdoors group.
Combating Social Isolation Through Harmony
By Erika Young | Posted on June 7, 2019
The St. Charles Park District Adult Activity Center bustles with members engaged in various pastimes. You'll find older adults playing Pinochle, practicing shots around the pool table, or building a high score in Scrabble. There is something for everyone, regardless of their interests. For some, that is playing the harmonica and being a member of the Harmelodian Club.
Forever Young Hikers in the Pacific Northwest
By Ashley Maginnis | Posted on June 5, 2019
When envisioning outdoor enthusiasts, older adults might not be the first population that comes to mind, but that's something the City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation Department has been working to change by offering a variety of activities in the “Fifty and Better” program.
Palm Beach County Parks to Work Program
By Chris Korbelak | Posted on May 8, 2019
The Palm Beach County, Florida, Parks to Work Program is an effort that partners to help homeless individuals who are living in John Prince Park in Lake Worth get resources to escape homelessness.
Physical Activity for Older Adults of All Abilities
By Andrea Campbell | Posted on May 1, 2019
The Lynbrook Recreation Center in Lynbrook, NY, is the place to be for active older adults. In their parks, they strive to offer opportunities for all ages and abilities to be active and healthy by providing a variety of physical activity programs for the Lynbrook community.
Tai Chi in Lake Oswego
By Annilee Durfey Hyre | Posted on April 29, 2019
Moving our bodies, breathing fresh air, and enjoying a sense of community are all components of healthy living. Lake Oswego Adult Community Center in Lake Oswego, Oregon, offers various activities that engage their older adult population such as yoga, dance, gardening, and Tai Chi.
Ageless and Inspired at the Western Colorado Senior Games
By Lorie Gregor | Posted on April 1, 2019
For the past 19 years, the Grand Junction Parks and Recreation Department has been hosting the Western Colorado Senior Games. During this week-long event you will see over 300 athletes aged 50+ having the time of their life, and folks from cities and towns across the state of Colorado and the surrounding states unite in friendly athletic competition.
Active Living in Jamestown
By Betsey Anderson and Deb Hagie | Posted on March 26, 2019
Implementing new programs can sometimes be difficult in a small community. However, for Jamestown Parks and Recreation, this was not the case. With many programs offered for older adults such as aqua therapeutics, chair yoga, and nutrition education, Jamestown truly represents participants sense of well-being and community.
Palm Beach County is creating opportunities for healthy, happy living!
By Jackie Lambert | Posted on March 1, 2019
A benefit of the program that most participants did not expect was the camaraderie and support from their peers. The 30-minute group setting discussions provided a sense of belonging and social support and was so much more than discussing a health topic.
Healthy Aging in Sparks, Nevada
By Cindy Brantner | Posted on February 28, 2019
The City of Sparks Parks and Recreation Department has been offering senior Aquacise and senior H2O Fitness classes for the last 20+ years. For many, the classes are not only their exercise for the day, but their main source of social interactions.
Life Makeover at Age 63
By Kristie Walker | Posted on January 10, 2019
Not long after moving to Minnesota, Deb was looking to make friends and find an exercise path that would keep her motivated and accountable. What she found was the Walk With Ease (WWE) program, designed for individuals wanting to increase physical activity engagement in a group setting.
Solving Transportation Barriers to Increase Access to Meals
By National Recreation and Park Association | Posted on January 4, 2019
So often, children lack a safe way to physically get to a summer recreation site, where they can eat healthy meals, participate in physical activity, and engage in social and emotional connections with their peers.