waltonwood retirement living
Resident Wellness
Our residents’ wellness is Waltonwood’s top priority, and this goes beyond the physical. We pride ourselves on providing resources and programs for the all-around wellness of our residents by taking care of the body, mind, and spirit. Our Life Enrichment programming is tailored to the specific needs and interests of our residents to keep them involved and active at every life stage.
Enrich Yourself
Waltonwood’s Life Enrichment program is designed to support personal growth, meaningful connections and a purposeful lifestyle. Developed in partnership with the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University, the program offers opportunities to learn, stay active, explore the arts and culture, build friendships and discover new interests.
Our Life Enrichment Managers create a diverse calendar of experiences for residents at every level of care. Educational courses and seminars, trips and outings, gardening, museum visits, games, entertainment and cultural experiences provide opportunities to stay engaged and make the most of each day.
Residents are also encouraged to take an active role in shaping their community. Many lead clubs and committees, while others participate in resident councils and share their own interests and talents with fellow residents.
Each Waltonwood community also features a Hobby & Crafts Room, where residents can teach, learn and explore everything from arts and crafts to new skills and creative pursuits.
With so many ways to learn, connect and pursue personal interests, Life Enrichment at Waltonwood helps make every day an opportunity for something new.
Stay Forever Fit
Staying physically active and healthy is essential at any age, especially for our senior residents who aim to maintain their independence and the highest possible quality of life. The Waltonwood “Forever Fit” exercise program provides the perfect resource for each resident to thrive in his or her own unique way. By combining strength, endurance, balance, coordination and flexibility exercises in a safe and enjoyable environment the Forever Fit Program helps to keep our residents active and motivated.
Under the direct supervision of our Fitness Coordinators each Waltonwood community provides an array of exercise options formatted specifically to suit the needs of both independent and assisted living residents.
Through a variety of class offerings and fitness centers outfitted with the latest in strength training equipment from HUR health and fitness, each Waltonwood community rises to meet the needs of active, exercising older adults. By creating an accessible, individualized plan for each new participant the Waltonwood Forever Fit Program is one that aims to reach as many residents as possible stressing the importance of daily physical activity and exercise regardless of limitations.
No matter the age or experience level, the benefits of regular exercise are something we can all reap the benefits of. Below are just a few of the many key features the Waltonwood Forever Fit exercise Program offers:
- Free and open to all independent living residents, The Senior Fitness Test (SFT) is a six-part assessment designed to gauge levels of muscle strength, aerobic endurance, flexibility and agility & dynamic balance. Each portion will provide an important baseline result that better helps our Forever Fit associates as they work to ensure your exercise experience is of the highest caliber each and every workout.
- A continuity of services that reinforces healthy habits and promotes well-being.
- Fitness coordinators who uphold the values and mission of the company — they know our residents and regularly interact with family members.
- Fitness coordinators who help each resident increase or maintain independence promote a stress-free lifestyle and improve self-esteem.
- Fitness coordinators who motivate residents who have completed a rehabilitation program, to continue exercising in a safe and enjoyable environment
- Life-enrichment programs that foster relationships and encourage a sense of belonging within our Waltonwood communities.
