I’ve been involved in the arts, in various forms, my entire life. I’ve performed with the Seattle Junior Symphony and the U.W. Marching Band, I’ve sung at Carnegie Hall and Notre Dame, I’m a published author, and I’ve been dancing through life. I like to think that I’m aging artfully. But you can describe ‘artfully aging’ in many other ways, not just being involved in the arts. In fact, artful could be described as clever, skillful, cunning, or creative.
At Quail Park of Lynnwood, residents age artfully by participating in events that they enjoy such as seated Yoga and Zumba classes, one-on-one training with our Certified Personal Coach, water aerobic classes, live musical events, trips to local casinos and theaters, educational speakers, card games, book club, church services, and so much more! “It’s fun!” is how one person described artful aging at Quail Park.
I also think of health when I think of aging artfully. If we’re not in good health, it affects us in a myriad of ways that hinder our ability to age well. Pain can cause us to be sad and grumpy. An inability to perform the tasks we did when we were younger can cause stress and fear. Lack of socialization can cause poor nutrition and depression.
In a senior living community, such as Quail Park, there are opportunities to alleviate those health issues that hinder artful aging. Medical staff is available to help with pain management and everyday tasks, great neighbors are there to socialize with and talk to about life. I can actually hear a couple of residents outside of my door right now talking about upcoming medical appointments, family dynamics, and what they’re planning on eating for lunch today. Pizza cooked in our in-house pizza oven sounds great!
If you’re looking for new ways to artfully age, visit Quail Park of Lynnwood and check out how we do it! We’d be happy to share some ideas and would love to have you join us for an activity, an event, and/or a meal in our dining room. Hope to see you soon!
Click here to read more articles on senior community living by Sue Rowell in 3rd Act Magazine.