This month at Juniper Village we continue our Creative
Expressions Series with a focus on Art.
Creating art for many of our seniors has been a lifelong
passion, for others it may have been a casual hobby or serious vocation.
Whatever the reason, art has substantial benefits to our bodies, minds and
spirits! In Successful Aging, John W. Rowe, MD, and Robert L. Kahn, PhD,
discuss key aspects of successful aging: low risk of disease, high mental and
physical functioning, and being actively engaged in life. Expressive art
activities promote active engagement in life in positive, healthy, and
fulfilling ways - in other words, nurturing the spirit of life. Recent studies
further indicate that older adults who participate in art programs have fewer
doctor visits, use less medication, and experience a lower rate of depression –
all resulting in lower healthcare costs.
Our fabulous activity offerings
this month include our Hands-On Pottery Workshop as local artist M.J. McFalls
from Elmlock Pottery teaches us different pottery techniques to make a small
item to keep on February 11th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm (RSVP to
717-272-8782); our Art Show and Reception a complimentary event with light
refreshments to be held in The Club in the Community House that is open to the
public on February 19th from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm; or our Photography
Workshop with Ralph Ashburn who shares helpful tips on taking great photos
during this free workshop that is open to everyone, no matter what level of
experience you may have, on February 26th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Look through our
calendar and plan
to join us this month and “Awaken Your Passion” as we explore various mediums
to expression through weekly art programs and visits to local art museums. Or,
if art isn’t your thing, tailgate with us during the Super Bowl, await the
Ground Hog’s prediction, our join in one of our festive celebrations on
Valentine’s Day, Presidents Day or Mardi Gras.
