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Fun Activities for Older Adults That are Also Good for Them


There are a number of entertaining activities that are good for older adults’ health, and dancing is certainly one of them. Studies show dancing regularly can help maintain strong bones, work the heart muscle, relieve stress; and is generally safe for all ages. It can improve posture and muscle strength as well as balance, coordination and gait, which all help reduce the risk of a fall. Another thing about dancing is it engages every part of the body from the hands to the head, torso, legs and feet.

There are lots of low-impact aerobic dances to choose from including ballroom, salsa, jazz, tap and martial arts style of dance; or chair aerobics for those who are not as steady on their feet. Classes can be found at senior centers, community education classes, churches or schools. If you live in a senior living community, find out if they hold dances or classes; and if they don’t, try and start one.

Dancing not only helps people stay fit but provides enjoyment, entertainment and socialization. You may find a certain group of people you enjoy dancing with or love the idea of making lots of new friends.

If dancing isn’t your thing, how about Tai Chi, which is a gentle, mind-body exercise and combines strength, balance, meditation and self-defense moves. Another plus is it doesn’t worsen existing impairments. Tai Chi is suitable even for seniors managing chronic conditions and offers increased flexibility, muscle strengthening and endurance training.

Gardening is yet another activity that provides a huge amount of enjoyment as well as light exercise. If you want to reduce stress on your knees and/or garden from a sitting position, raised garden beds, wall trellises and arbors, tall-sized containers and hanging plants are good solutions. There are adaptive tools designed for those with arthritis or reduced hand-grips; color-coded tools for the visually-impaired; and other solutions that make it easier for seniors to continue a hobby they love.

Obviously these are just a few examples of the fun activities available to older adults to keep them engaged and moving. At MorningStar of Hillsboro, we offer seniors all the amenities and hospitality services they need to live a full, healthy life such as beautiful gathering spaces, fitness center, art studio, library and heated indoor pool. Residents also enjoy five-star dining, underground parking, raised garden beds and a monthly calendar full of activities including exercise classes, games, clubs, crafts and more. If all this sounds good to you, we encourage you to contact us to learn more about exceptional senior living in Hillsboro, OR.

MorningStar is guided by a culture rooted in our mission of honoring God, valuing seniors, and investing in our team, which allows us to deliver services with warmth, sincerity and depth of purpose. We have built a reputation for creating homes filled with an atmosphere of love and community. Please contact us for more information about the finest senior living Hillsboro, OR has to offer.
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