Page 12 - Lifestyles in Palm Beach Gardens - February '20

Page 12, Lifestyles in Palm Beach Gardens
La Posada And AARP Unite For Inaugural

2020 Wisdom Warriors Challenge

Wisdom Warriors Challenge States will have the chance
to compete for a coveted
– A Race For The Ages team trophy. Our goal is to
inspire others around the
There is a common country to participate in
misconception that as this year’s event or host a
people age they become similar annual event in their
lethargic and waste away area.”
hours in front of television The scientific community
sets. However, a group of has proven that how well
seniors in South Florida we age is influenced by
is determined to defy the diet, lifestyle, and physical
negative stereotypes by activity level. Jo Ann
finding new ways to stay Jenkins, CEO of AARP,
active and engaged as is leading the charge
they age. Ann Langfeldt, by driving a new social
92, completed her first consciousness regarding
5K in April 2019. She aging. Her signature
was among a group of 17 rallying cry is “Disrupt
seniors – all residents of Aging!” Borgmeyer and
La Posada, a Kisco Senior the seniors who live at La
Living Community in Palm Posada are answering the
Beach Gardens, Fla. – who call and hope to inspire
decided to participate at other seniors to join them
the prompting of Linda as they push themselves to
Borgmeyer, occupational reach new limits.
therapist at La Posada. “After witnessing the
Their ages range from 72 to 92 years, and many of the sense of empowerment
seniors placed first, second or third in their respective expressed by the La Posada
age groups. athletes, I felt compelled
Competing in the race left them feeling empowered to bring them a new and
and wanting something more. On the bus ride back to challenging event to
the senior living community, Borgmeyer listened as the compete in and showcase
residents provided feedback saying the race was fun, but their strength to the world,”
not exactly senior-friendly because it was designed for said Borgmeyer. “If seniors
all ages. They also said more people in their age groups are brave enough to try
would have likely participated if there was a variety of something new and step out of their comfort zone, I and the events/activities hosted by La Posada on Watson
distances to choose from. After taking all this feedback believe they will find they are capable of more than they B. Duncan Middle School premises pursuant to a lease
into consideration, the idea to create a track event imagined in this chapter in their lives. For these active agreement shall not be construed as being conducted,
exclusive to senior citizens came to Borgmeyer. adults, age is just a number and there is nothing holding funded, hosted, or sponsored by the school board or
“We are excited to partner with AARP and host the them back.” Watson B. Duncan Middle School on behalf of La Posada.
inaugural ‘Wisdom Warriors Challenge,’” said Borgmeyer. The school board and Watson B. Duncan Middle School
“This event will be open to anyone age 55 and older Wisdom Warrior Challenge Event Details undertake no responsibility for supervising or monitoring
across the country who would like to compete. Individuals Distance: La Posada’s events/activities and will not be liable for
will have the opportunity to win first, second or third 100-, 200-, 400-, 800- and 1600-meter dashes any and all actions of La Posada on Watson B. Duncan
place ribbons in their age category. Additionally, other 4x100-meter relay race Middle School premises.
teams from retirement communities around the United Shot Put About La Posada
Location: Watson B. Duncan Middle School La Posada is a resort-style life care community located
(5150 117th Ct N, Palm Beach Gardens, FL in the heart of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. The continuing
33418) care retirement community features luxurious independent
Date: March 14 living apartments, independent living cottages, as well as
Time: 9 a.m. assisted living apartments, memory care suites, private
Register: Beginning Dec. 15 on Active.com rooms for short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing, all
Contact: Linda.Borgmeyer@kiscosl.com nestled within 22 prime acres of sparkling lakes and lavish
If you are interested in covering this story courtyards. Providing a variety of amenities, residents
or setting up any interviews, please contact enjoy chef-prepared meals, concierge services, state-of-
Lauren Witt via phone at (214) 378-7970, the-art wellness programs, transportation services, and
Ext. 306 or email at lwitt@thepointgroup. intellectually stimulating events and activities.
com or Martha Cook via email at mcook@ As a Kisco Senior Living community, The Art of Living
®
thepointgroup.com or via phone at (214) Well philosophy is in every aspect of community life.
378-7970, Ext. 240. Unique social and wellness opportunities strengthen the
*La Posada is not affiliated with or mind, body and spirit.
endorsed by the School Board of Palm Beach For more information, call (561) 232-6700 or go to
County or Watson B. Duncan Middle School mylaposada.com.
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