This small hand game, popular in the 1950s and 1960s, involved tossing a ball and picking up tiny metal or plastic pieces before catching the ball. What is it?
Jacks
This energetic singer encouraged everyone to "get physical" in her 1982 hit song?
Olivia Newton John
True or False: Staying socially active can keep your brain younger and sharper.
True
How many hours of sleep should older adults get?
Older adults typically require 7-9 hours of sleep per night
What two lifestyle habits can reduce symptoms of the winter blues?
Regular exercise and staying socially active
How many minutes of physical activity per week does the recommend for older adults?
150 minutes (about 30 minutes, 5 days a week)
What can you do to create community here?
Go to classes and events!
What can you do to create a comfortable sleeping environment?
rain sounds/fan, consistent routine, oil diffuser, using the restroom 1 hour before sleep
Dancing counts as excercise! In the 1960s, this dance craze told you to "put your hands in the air like you just don't care."
The Twist
What ways can be exercise inside during the winter months?
Open ended: Walks, joining classes, low resistance exercises. Any answers welcome
What type of phone required you to spin a dial to call someone?
Rotary Phone
What should be avoided 1 hour before bedtime?
Caffeine