Active Aging

Pickleball is a high-energy sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, and is played with a paddle and Wiffle ball on a court with a net, and is excellent for players of all ages and abilities.

Public Health Seattle-King County encourages seniors 55+ to explore local arts, culture, and historical landmarks in the autumn season and beyond, with options including attending festivals, joining book clubs, visiting museums, joining a community theater, taking an art or music class, and volunteering or hosting a workshop.

Fidget spinners, small metal or plastic objects that fit in the palm of your hand, are a great tool for seniors with dementia to occupy their hands, calm their minds, and redirect attention, and can be found in every color and pattern imaginable.

Public Health Seattle-King County has provided a list of healthy fall recipes that incorporate protein, vitamins, and minerals to keep you vibrant for years to come.

Public Health Seattle-King County encourages active aging through outdoor activities such as "Leaf Peeping", bird watching, volunteering, taking an outdoor class, and participating in a "fun run", as well as planting a winter garden and taking a walking tour.

Public Health Seattle-King County recommends staying mentally, physically, and socially active to maintain cognitive health, and suggests using brain apps and online games to keep the brain sharp, with Luminosity, Peak, CogniFit, Memorado, and Elevate being some of the best options.

Breakfast is the best way to start your day with essential vitamins, and recipes such as a Mediterranean-style wrap, a sweet potato hash, a cantaloupe breakfast bowl, a vitamin D-rich salmon and egg mash, and a vitamin C-rich quiche can help you get the vitamins you need.

Group fitness classes are a great way to stay motivated and active while meeting new people with similar interests and having fun, with a wide range of class options available for every preference and fitness level.

Photography is a fantastic hobby for seniors and retirees, as it combines physical and mental wellbeing, and provides opportunities to capture the beauty of autumn through the lens.

Meditation can help improve focus by reducing stress, improving mental agility, and helping you feel calmly in control of your thoughts, and four techniques to begin incorporating today include grounding, 5-minute observation, guided meditations, and body scan.