As more and more people are living to be 90-plus, it is important to ensure that we stay active and happy during those later years. Keeping fit with a healthy lifestyle and exercise is a major factor but so is connecting with others and finding fun activities to keep us alert and reduce loneliness.

This is where our expo comes in with its mix of fun community activities for older adults. Our exercise demonstrations will inspire you to join the active ageing, balance and stretch classes. We have Scottish country dancing and even 'Laughter Yoga'. North Harbour Sport has lots of information on nutrition and ways to stay healthy. There are classes that you can join in the East Coast Bays from spinning and quilting to looking after your orchids, and groups playing a variety of adult games such as backgammon and Scrabble. These are a great way to meet new friends and to learn new skills.

Filling your days once you retire can be a challenge but there are lots of wonderful places you can volunteer. Support your favourite causes by helping them raise money and provide services. It isn’t just about donating money; time is a valuable commodity to so many charities and community organisations, and there are so many to choose from.

We also have friendship groups where you can meet new friends and build new connections which can help you to feel part of a bigger family. There are so many things to see that could make your life healthier and more enjoyable. Come and join us and let the fun begin.

Heart of the Bays - your local East Coast Bays community centre
021 034 0009
pam.martin@hotb.co.nz
hotb.co.nz