As the New Year unfolds, it’s a time of reflection, hope, and setting intentions for the months ahead. For seniors, the start of a new year is an ideal opportunity to embrace new goals and positive change.
Senior living communities are designed to support older adults in achieving their aspirations through an array of activities and amenities focused on enhancing their quality of life. This blog explores how setting positive intentions and resolutions can be especially meaningful as you age.
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Setting the Stage for Success
Setting goals is more than a mere New Year’s tradition; it’s a powerful practice that can provide direction and a sense of purpose. Goals can range from improving physical health to cultivating new friendships or even learning a new skill.
The supportive environment of a senior living community like Otterbein Lebanon is perfect for pursuing these objectives. With access to on-site fitness centers and classes, educational workshops, and social groups, residents are provided with the resources and encouragement to reach their individual ambitions.
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Health and Well-Being
Physical health is often at the top of the list for New Year’s resolutions. Many senior living communities offer fitness centers, swimming pools, and exercise classes tailored to the needs of seniors. Whether it’s the intention to strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, or improve cardiovascular health, there’s no shortage of opportunities. Plus, the presence of on-site health professionals can help residents set realistic goals and safe practices, tracking their progress along the way.
Otterbein Lebanon maintains a special focus on healthy living. Residents can enjoy gardening, walking paths, shuffleboard, bocce ball, indoor Wii games, indoor swimming, a walking track, and YMCA programming in our fitness center. Many residents also take advantage of the convenient access to the 18-hole golf course right next door!
Lifelong Learning and Intellectual Engagement
Intellectual stimulation is crucial at any age. Many senior living communities, like Otterbein Lebanon, host lectures, book clubs, and art classes, fostering an environment of continuous learning and creativity. Residents can set goals to learn a new language, master a new form of art, or even teach a class, sharing their wisdom and experience with others.
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Emotional and Social Connectivity
Forging and maintaining strong social connections are pivotal for emotional well-being. At Otterbein Lebanon, the social calendar is bustling with events, outings, and clubs designed to bring people together. Residents can set intentions to expand their social circles, develop deeper relationships, or give back through volunteer opportunities both within and outside the community.
Personal Fulfillment and Purpose
Beyond physical, intellectual, and social enrichment, seniors may seek a deeper sense of fulfillment and purpose. Goals might include deepening one’s spiritual practice or discovering new ways to find inner peace and contentment. Senior living communities often provide avenues for spiritual exploration and contemplative activities such as meditation, yoga, and religious services.
Here on our campus, Otterbein Lebanon Community Church and chaplaincy services are available to meet the spiritual needs of residents. The 200-seat chapel is the heart of the community, welcoming a variety of faith backgrounds to its congregation through worship services, men’s and women’s small groups, Bible studies, prayer groups, and more.
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Support System and Accountability
One of the most significant advantages of setting goals within a senior living community is the built-in support system. Staff members and fellow residents can act as cheerleaders and accountability partners. Sharing goals with others can increase motivation and the likelihood of sticking to them. It’s not just about setting goals; it’s also about celebrating each step along the way.
Tailoring Goals to Individual Needs
No two residents are the same, and senior living communities excel at catering to individual needs. Personalized fitness programs, dietary plans, and educational pursuits ensure that every resident can set and achieve goals that are meaningful and reachable for them.
Otterbein Lebanon, in particular, hosts a unique program called Bold Adventures, where residents can try an out-of-the-box adventure, maybe one they’ve always dreamed of doing but never had the chance. Examples of our bold adventures include indoor skydiving, snow tubing, zip lining, hot air balloon rides, rock wall climbing, and so much more. The possibilities are endless at Otterbein.
Consider Your Next Chapter: Senior Living
As older adults in senior living communities look ahead to the New Year, the possibilities are as vast as the support systems in place to make their goals a reality. By setting positive intentions and leveraging the diverse activities and amenities available, residents can continue to grow, evolve, and enjoy a vibrant community life.
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