Are you a senior seeking knowledge and self-improvement? One of the most significant benefits of senior living is having the support of a community designed to help you make the most of your golden years. Senior living activities that promote lifelong learning will give you the chance to broaden your mind, explore topics that fascinate you, and keep your brain active and healthy.
The Benefits of Lifelong Learning for Seniors
According to an AARP study, most seniors prioritize learning new things in retirement and beyond. “Lifelong learner” is a term that refers to people who are dedicated to continuing to expand their skills and knowledge base as they get older. Being a lifelong learner is a great way to bring purpose and joy to your life as a senior:
- Staying mentally active is vital to maintaining and improving cognitive health. Learning new things is mentally stimulating and can help you practice memory skills.
- Being a lifelong learner can also boost your self-esteem by providing a new sense of purpose and accomplishments to be proud of. You might discover latent skills or develop new ones.
- Lifelong learning can help you make new friends. By attending a class, game night, or other social activity, you might naturally meet some like-minded people.
Because lifelong learning helps seniors grow and build community, it’s a natural fit for senior living activities. That’s why Hearthside Senior Living maintains a bustling calendar of classes and events to support our lifelong learners. Let’s explore some of our favorite senior activities that promote lifelong learning . . .
Reading
No matter where your interests lie, you can find a book to match them. Grab a book at the library or your favorite local bookstore, or try listening to an audiobook. Either way, you’re sure to learn something new. Plus, senior living communities like Hearthside make it easy to enjoy reading by providing cozy apartments and comfortable common areas.
Arts and Crafts
Painting, sculpture, and other art-related hobbies are an excellent activity for lifelong learners. Opportunities to learn and practice new artistic skills allow you to use unique parts of your brain and combine learning and fun. Art also gives seniors new ways to express themselves and communicate with others. Classes like Hearthside’s Paint a Piece allow you to learn new skills and maybe even find a new favorite hobby.
Party Games
How can playing a party game help you exercise your brain? Playing games like Poker, Bunko, and Bridge with friends is an excellent way to practice your problem-solving, strategy, and communication skills, especially if you challenge yourself to try a new-to-you game. At senior living communities, staff members often organize game nights, and they might even adapt the games to suit the residents’ abilities.
Exercise
Working out is surprisingly good for your brain. Studies have established that learning how to participate in physical exercise and doing so regularly helps seniors create new mental connections and improve their overall cognitive functions. Community exercise classes like Sittercise at Hearthside Senior Living can teach you fun new ways to move your body and give your brain a workout.
Online & In-Person Learning Opportunities
If you want to take your pursuit of education a step further, explore the options available in your community and online. Local universities and libraries often offer lectures and traditional academic courses that welcome people of all ages or seniors specifically. In addition, a wide range of educational courses, webinars, and apps are available online. Whether you want to expand your knowledge of world history, learn a new language, or finally understand Shakespeare, you can find what you need online.
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These are just a few of the senior living activities that promote lifelong learning at Hearthside Senior Living. Visit us to see all our community has to offer active seniors like you.
Are you looking for an assisted living community in Tennessee? Check out Hearthside Senior Living in Collierville and Bartlett. Our warm and inviting communities make it easy for seniors to embrace a healthy lifestyle with home-cooked and restaurant-style meals, exercise classes, and a nurse devoted to residents’ wellness. We would be happy to schedule a tour so you can explore the community, speak with the Community Director, meet some of the residents, and ask any questions you might have. To learn more about our amenities and services, please call 901-459-3853 (Bartlett) or 901-446-2532 (Collierville), schedule a tour, or send us a message online. We look forward to meeting you!