Page 4 - Bella Vista Gardens Newsletter Winter 2018

4 BELLA VISTA NEWS, WINTER 2018
Health & Wellbeing

Staying Young at Heart

We already know that a healthy lifestyle is important in 5. Creating Art / Doing Crafts
living a long life, but new studies show that having a From painting, sculpting and scrapbooking to
range of hobbies is equally important for Seniors. It photographing, knitting or sewing — art is one of the best
has long been known that a wholesome diet, exercise and activities Seniors can practice.
positive health choices all help Seniors feel more
energetic. Emerging research into longevity indicates 6. Playing Cards / Games
that mental and social activity is just as critical as physical From playing Bridge to Scrabble, cards and games are an
activity when it comes to healthy ageing. Hobbies, and a excellent way for Seniors to keep their minds sharp.
rich social network are factors that correlate Studies show that having regular hobbies can not
with avoiding isolation and living longer for Seniors. only improve your psychological wellbeing, it can
also improve your physical health. The pleasure of these
Some Healthy Hobbies for Seniors include: activities can lead to positive feelings that fight against
many age-related conditions for Seniors. Some of
1. Visits from Family and Friends the many physical benefits of pursuing your passions and
These catch-ups help combat isolation; one of the leading hobbies include improved brain health; including memory
causes of mental and physical decline. and mental agility, improved sleep quality, lower blood
pressure, lower risk of heart disease and lower risk of
2. Gardening and being Outdoors stress, anxiety and depression.
It’s not only an enjoyable form of exercise, it also
increases levels of physical activity and helps increase At Bella Vista Gardens, we offer a tailored Leisure &
Seniors’ mobility. Lifestyle Program that includes the following activities -
Gentle Movements Sessions, Morning Tea Bus Trips,
3. Caring For a Pet Group Garden Walks, Team Trivia, Bingo, Discuss Your
Pets provide a comfort system and produce a chemical Thoughts on Current World Events sessions, Movement
chain reaction that helps to lower levels of the stress- to the Music, Tai Chi, Ball Games, Floral Art, Dance
inducing hormone, cortisol. Movement and Arts and Crafts sessions.

4. Exercise Our Reflections Wellness Centre features a
From improving flexibility, ease of motion and strength to Hydrotherapy Pool, state of the art gymnasium and Hair
also increasing happiness and socialisation, exercise in and Beauty Salon. Residents can take advantage of
the form of golf, yoga or simply walking, has many these facilities to maintain a good quality of life, well
benefits. into retirement.