The World Health Organization defines Active Ageing as the process of optimizing opportunities for health, participation and security in order to enhance quality of life as people age. It further explains the word “active” as continued participation in social, economic, cultural, spiritual and public affairs, not just the ability to be physically active. As people age their activity routines tend to reduce. Decline in physical activities may result in poorer mental health, paving way to disorders such as dementia and other lifestyle diseases such as Diabetes and Hypertension.
The process of ageing is shaped by various factors. On the one hand there are biological preconditions that are part of the cause of good health throughout the life course and thus in old age. On the other hand, social circumstances as well as the lifestyle constitute significant factors that impact on health and well-being.
Studies conducted over the years have found that active people are healthier and happier. Mental stimulation, social engagement and physical activities have a preventive effect on age related conditions. Active ageing aims to extend healthy life expectancy and quality of life for all people as they age.
Nightingales Medical Trust's Active Ageing and Enrichment Centres enable Elders to be Socially Integrated and Age Actively.
Persons enrolled in Active Ageing Program
Persons actively participating on a long term basis
Social integration among the elderly is the primary objective of NMT's Elders Enrichment Centres. It is often seen that the elderly are alone at home during the day while their family members are away at work. At the Enrichment Centres, elders get an opportunity to spend time every day with other elders and build a social bond with them. The social bond created between the members over the years of association has helped many to mitigate loneliness and has brought joy and contentment in their lives.
During their time at the centre, members actively indulge in fitness programs such as yoga, aerobics, chair-based exercises etc, cognitive activities like memory games, puzzles and recreational activities. Thus, NEECs enrich the lives of senior citizens not only physically, but emotionally and socially as well.
Nightingales Elders Enrichment Centre
No. 149, 11th Main,
Between 16th and 17th Cross, Malleshwaram,
Bangalore 560055
Nightingales Medical Trust
8P6, 3rd A Cross,
Kasturinagar, Banaswadi,
Bangalore 560043
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