The Cedars has been focused on Wellness for years, offering a variety of programs for both our residents and staff towards better physical, spiritual and mental health. A recent article in the Portland Press Herald highlights a recent study from the Wake Forest School of Medicine that physical exercise just may improve out mental health.
Laura Baker, cognitive neurologist reports, “Regular aerobic exercise could be a fountain of youth for the brain.” Several studies have shown that exercise not only helps our physical bodies but can improve cognition in healthy older adults quite possibly lowering their risk of dementia.
At The Cedars, Wellness Coordinator Sarah Martin puts this to work every day through strength training, walking programs, water aerobics, and a variety of other wellness classes for our residents at The Atrium and The Osher Inn. Baseline assessments are completed with all who are interested, and exercise programs are designed for each person, with follow up re-assessments every 12 weeks. The members love the classes, and are truly challenged – and they particularly enjoy the health tips they receive throughout each class. For more information on Wellness at The Cedars, contact us today.