Akron Life September 2022

FOREVER YOUNG

Some classes, such as the Tech Your Knowledge series, teach older adults about evolving technology. “They show us how to work your phone if you’re not really able,” White says. “We’re all older, so that was a good thing for us.” Other activities include a book club, a Bible study and a woodworking class where older adults can learn how to use tools and build original pieces. FUN TIMES The center’s activities aren’t all work and no play. Older adults have the chance to play euchre, billiards and bingo and attend holiday activities while socializing with other members, and they also have fun options for

USEFUL SKILLS

Through the center, White has improved not only her mental health but also her physical health. There is at least one exercise class offered every weekday, whether a stretch ing class focused on helping arthritis, a workout class with dumbbell exercises set to music or a line dancing class. She credits the exercise classes for her great mobility. “I can walk real well. I don’t take a lot of medication,” she says. “I am 85 years old, but everybody says they can’t even tell I’m 85 because I do this.” Participants get moving through many other activities too, such as bowling on Wii Sports. But the center encour ages working out your brain as much as your muscles.

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