Filling days and nights after retiring can pose a challenge for many seniors
The sudden lack of structure and routine and the absence of colleagues and banter at the copier or coffee machine—these and other factors can lead to isolation, depression and cognitive decline in men and women 55 and over.
Thankfully, Ovation Sienna Hills offers residents and their guests unparalleled programs of educational classes, cultural activities, health and fitness and entertainment options that do more than filling retirees’ days and nights: In deep and genuine ways, they rekindle a passion for living and perhaps a greater sense of purpose than when these men and women were younger.
“Entertainment is even more important in the latter stages of life,” said Erick Lorenzana, general manager of the vibrant retirement community in St. George. “Our residents are retired and not involved as much with the busier things in life such as having a full-time job and raising a family. Therefore, they now have more time to enjoy many of the other things life has to offer.”
According to the National Institute on Aging, social, cultural and productive activities that bring pleasure may help seniors maintain physical and mental health and independence. Some of the benefits of an active, engaged lifestyle in retirement may include:
Lower likelihood of developing certain diseases
Longer lifespan
Feeling happier and less depressed
Improved coping skills
Mental stimulation and improved cognitive abilities
Physical fitness — a key component of active, healthy lives — matters to staff in the Wellness Department at Ovation Sienna Hills. Staff members help ensure that residents stay physically fit with popular activities such as “cardio drumming,” in which participants beat on large yoga balls while listening to upbeat music. The routine exercises heart muscles while rejuvenating spirits through dancing.
Entertainment enhances residents’ quality of life by providing cognitive stimulation and boosting mental health to promote sharper thinking and better memory retention. But equally important is the fact that cultural activities at Ovation Sienna Hills are perfect opportunities for social interaction and engagement. Nothing beats back isolation and the blues like getting together with neighbors and newfound friends for a day or night on the town — and without leaving the community.
Residents of Ovation Sienna Hills can enjoy concerts and movie premieres, art classes and book and card game meetings, car shows and casino trips, and outings and museum visits, and many other planned activities. And then there are pool parties, holiday parties, themed celebrations, brunches, barbecues, happy hours and other get-togethers. Or just tell the concierge team what you’d like to do and they will help plan that shopping trip, salon appointment or restaurant reservation, along with transportation.
For more information or to schedule a tour of Ovation Sienna Hills, call 435.429.000 or visit ovationsiennahills.com.