Fresh air and exercise were the name of the game on Monday morning, March 11, as Thornhill Manor’s occupational therapy Happy Chatters group got their bodies moving.
Not only does exercise have great physical benefits, such as greater joint flexibility, practising co-ordination and balance, improving bone and muscle strength and bettering health, it also has various mental health benefits, including less depression and anxiety, and more self-confidence, says Thornhill Manor’s social worker Karen Griessel.
“Walking offers significant social benefits and provides opportunities to connect with others. It is also good for the caregivers to get out and interact with other residents and caregivers.
“Even the fur babies had a great time,” she adds.
Dick Richards and Future Ogozie (caregiver).
Angela Webster, Salome Tsienyane (caregiver), Lee Schierenberg and fur baby Cheeky.
