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Happy New Year and welcome back to our Winder assisted living community blog and our Winder memory care blog. A new year’s resolution to improve physical fitness initiatives is not just for the young. For those dealing with Alzheimer’s, integrating physical activity into daily routines can provide significant advantages. Here’s how regular exercise positively impacts seniors with Alzheimer’s:

• Improved Cognitive Function
  Regular physical activity can help boost brain health, potentially slowing the progression of cognitive decline.


• Enhanced Mood and Behavior
  Exercise promotes the release of endorphins, which can improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.


• Better Sleep Patterns
  Physical activity can contribute to better sleep quality, which is often disrupted in Alzheimer’s patients.


• Increased Physical Strength and Mobility
  Exercise helps maintain strength, balance, and coordination, reducing the risk of falls and improving overall physical function.


• Social Interaction Opportunities
  Group exercises and physical activities provide valuable social interaction, helping to combat feelings of isolation.

Incorporating physical activities into the daily schedule is an integral part of care plans. These activities are tailored to individual needs, ensuring that each resident benefits from a program suited to their abilities and interests.

We understand the profound impact of physical activity on your loved one. Rest assured that an active lifestyle within our Gateway Gardens memory care community is something to not only expect, but to cherish.

Happy New Year to you all. We look forward to bringing you regular recurring topics here that you can both enjoy and put to active use in furthering the loving care of your assisted living and/or memory care loved ones!!!!