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CELEBRATING THE “BRIGHTER SIDE
OF 50” AT RSAA
Story and photos by Jill Jackson, Director or Marketing and Community Engagement
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What is the “Brighter Side of 50,” you may ask? At the Randolph Senior Adults Association (RSAA), it is living life to the fullest. It is meeting new people. It is going new places. It is trying new things. It is helping others. And, sometimes, it is receiving services that help you remain independent at home.
It’s been proven that one of the most important things seniors can do to remain happy and healthy long-term is to engage with others on a regular basis. The busier seniors are, the more they enjoy a higher quality of life. Yet, many of the activities they used to do or those that they would like to do, are not always accessible.
That is where senior centers come in.
Today’s senior centers are reinventing themselves to meet the needs and desires of the aging baby boom generation. For folks who are 50+ and are looking for something to do to stay busy or those who want to meet new people, visiting a senior center is an option. It provides an opportunity to connect with others who are around the same age while also providing an opportunity to learn something new. Programs vary significantly, but most offer a variety of options to appeal to a larger audience. Some of the activities include yoga, Bingo, quilting, arts and crafts, gardening, cooking classes, education workshops, music programs, painting, card/board games, walking and exercise activities, Day Trips and much more.
RSAA operates four Senior Centers and an Adult Day
Care. Senior Centers are located in Archdale (109 Park Drive); Asheboro (347 W. Salisbury Street); Liberty (128 S. Fayetteville Street), and Randleman (144 W. Academy Street). Our Place Adult Day Care is located at 714 Farr Street in Asheboro.
Whether you're still working, semi-retired, a caregiver, or just ready to have some fun and make new friends, we encourage you to visit your local Senior Center to learn more. It could be the life change you need to remain healthy and happy!
About the Randolph Senior Adults Association: The Randolph Senior Adults Association (RSAA), a nonprofit organization, is the community’s lead organization for adults age 50 and over. RSAA is a United Way agency. For more information, visit: www.senioradults.org.
