At Parsons House La Porte, our team has put together a list of activities to help our residents stay physically active in a safe and enjoyable manner, including:
Walking
Gardening
Yoga
Swimming
Group fitness classes
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How Social Connections Keep Seniors Healthy
For seniors, socialization offers significant mental, physical, and emotional benefits. These are key to nurturing your loved one’s personal growth and celebrating life every day.
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Does Independent Living Include Meals?
Independent living has become a vibrant and dynamic lifestyle choice for seniors. It offers residents the freedom to maintain their preferred routines while enjoying a supportive community environment. And, of course, if you or your loved one is going to get the most out of the day, you need to eat! Many independent living communities […]
10 Activities for Elderly People That Aren’t Boring
With the free time that comes with being of retirement age, your parents may be searching for more activities to fill their time. While the amount of excitement someone can get from an activity entirely depends on their interest levels and passions, navigating the search for engaging activities for older parents can sometimes feel overwhelming. […]
How Can Senior Citizens Build Muscle?
As we get older, it becomes more and more important to maintain our health and stay in shape. Aging is a natural process, but that doesn’t mean we should let it slow us down. It’s never too late to take control of your health and work towards improving your physical strength. After all, muscle strength […]
Limited Mobility Exercises for Seniors
As we get older, our mobility tends to decrease. Whether it’s caused by a loss of muscle strength, flexibility, or balance, it can be difficult to stay healthy and active. But that doesn’t mean you should stop exercising—in fact, it’s crucial that seniors try to stay active. Fortunately, there are several options for staying active […]
How to Prevent Pneumonia in Elderly
As seniors age, their immune systems begin to become less efficient at fighting off infections. Whether they live in assisted living, at home, or with family, this can be a concern for some seniors as their bodies become more susceptible to illnesses. It’s essential to know how to avoid some of the more serious infections—like […]
How Does Diabetes Affect Seniors?
Healthy aging is more than just finding a place to live that helps keep you active and provides healthy meals. Of course, these things are important. But it’s also important for a senior to see their doctor regularly and have the support of experienced caregivers because the risk of certain diseases can increase with age—diabetes […]
Posture Exercises for Seniors
As we age, it becomes more important every year to take care of our physical health. By staying on top of your physical health and maintaining your posture, you can reduce the frustrations of back and neck pain and avoid any unnecessary wear and tear on your body. Posture exercises focus on applying small adjustments […]
What Are the Most Common Health Problems of Older Adults?
Around 49% of the total population in the United States is 65 and older. With age, your risk of developing many ailments can increase, and maintaining good health becomes vital. Senior living communities can provide a home-like atmosphere offering unique lifestyle options. These are designed to support older adults and the health challenges that accompany […]