Who knew that having fun could be so good for you? Staying active, spending time with friends, engaging in senior living activities—it’s like taking a dose of medicine that tastes great and makes you smile! And at St. Mark Village, you’ll find so many ways to enjoy life you might never stop!
There are our fabulous amenities, lovely grounds, attention to the arts and entertainment, atmosphere of fitness and wellness, and so much more. When you become a resident of St. Mark Village, you get it all!
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What are some of the health benefits of staying active and having fun?
You’ve always known having fun feels great…but you might not realize just how good it is for you:
More serotonin
This chemical regulates sleep, body temperature, mood and memory. It’s very good for you in many ways. And how do you increase your serotonin? You spend time with positive, vibrant folks who make you happy.
More energy
You know how uplifting it can feel after you’ve been around a best friend, or when you’ve watched a particularly beautiful sunrise over the ocean with someone special. There’s a boost of energy that seems to propel you through the rest of the day. You’re taking time to relax and enjoy what is happening. The result is an inner energy that makes staying active much easier.
More (or at least better) sleep
Doing things that make you smile during the day helps to lower cortisol levels, and that’s a good thing. That’s because cortisol is the stress hormone that can leave you feeling anxious and exhausted. But a day spent enjoying life can help chase that hormone away, leaving you more likely to sleep soundly at night.
These are just a few of the benefits of staying active and having fun. There are lots more. And the senior living community can be a great place to find them all.
Enjoy more life at St. Mark Village
If you hear the term “senior living activities” and you’re having trouble picturing what all you could do that would make you feel good and have fun, check out our activities calendar. You might just be amazed at the variety of ways our residents are staying active, enjoying the company of others, exploring new interests, and in general, having a whole lot of fun.
For example, here are just a few of the many senior living activities at St. Mark Village:
- Picnics
- Poker
- Pool exercise
- Pilates
- Balance classes
- Bookmark book club
- Wii bowling
- Birthday parties
- Aerobics
- Armchair travel
- Stretching
- Sittercize
- Shuffleboard
- Cribbage
- Canasta
- Crafts
- Movies
- Concerts
- Gardening
- Bus trips to area attractions and events
- Line dancing
- Laughter yoga
- Volunteering
And you’re just getting started!
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So, what might a typical day of fun look like at St. Mark Village?
Wake up when you want to and stop by the Village Café & Bakery for something delightful. Then catch up with your game buddies and try your hand at canasta, or maybe a friendly game of poker. There’s bound to be a lot of laughter before you’re done!
Stroll through the garden and get your hands dirty. Having a green thumb feels good and gets you outside for some extra Vitamin D. How about joining the group for lunch afterwards at a nearby favorite spot? You can join the group on the bus and not have to worry about driving.
The afternoon’s a great time to do a little armchair traveling, or maybe you’re in the mood for some laughter yoga. That has to be a lot of fun! It might be time for your weekly workout on balance and strength in the wellness center. And don’t forget to get in a little poolside lounging…after all, this is what retirement living should feel like: a vacation!
The evening could be filled with a movie, concert, or a little moonlight on the patio. Maybe you’d like to have a few friends over for a snack and some good conversation. There’s something about sharing an experience with others that makes whatever you’re doing even better.
Explore Fun Things to Do in Palm Harbor
Right outside your door, you have access to so many ways to have fun and enjoy life. Wonderful festivals year-round. Gorgeous beaches and natural areas to explore. Quaint shopping and dining nearby. Art exhibitions and concerts. And so much more. Retiring in the Tampa Bay area has fun written all over it. (Don’t forget your sunscreen.)
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It’s all waiting for you, right here at St. Mark Village. With our array of lively and interesting senior living activities, staying active is easy, convenient, and most of all, a lot of fun. Add peace of mind knowing you have seamless access to future care options, and you have a lifestyle with everything you need. We’d love to show you what we mean!
Get excited about what lies ahead. If you have more questions about what care and security looks like at St. Mark Village, contact us.
