Badminton Takes Flight in Senior Living Residences, Promoting Activity⁤ and Well-being

SAINT-DIÉ-DES-VOSGES ‌– Challenging preconceived notions, badminton is​ emerging as a popular ⁤and beneficial activity for seniors in‍ local assisted living facilities. The Badminton club of Saint-Dié-des-Vosges has introduced the sport to five facilities⁢ in the area in an effort to promote ⁤physical activity and maintain autonomy of the residents.

Adapted Badminton Program Enhances Senior Well-being

The program, launched in September of ⁣last ​year introduces badminton to residents through twice-monthly ⁤sessions. ⁢Gauthier ​wendling, a coach and member of the ⁤local‌ badminton club committee, leads those sessions, with the assistance of ‍facility activity coordinator Sonia Moulay.

Saint-dié-des-Vosges Badminton ⁢Club Spearheads‌ Initiative

The​ badminton club ⁢approached local facilities with offer and a vision: adapting badminton to an assisted living environment. “With adapted equipment, [this program] ‍ helps contribute to maintaining autonomy and physical fitness,” explains ⁣Matthieu Colin director of one of the residences. ⁣He added that its been well‌ received by the residents.

Modified Equipment Ensures ⁣Accessibility

During a recent session, about ten residents, averaging 90 years ‌old,​ participated in an hour of badminton. Following a warm-up, the residents began playing, using​ modified equipment ‌with inflatable balloons replacing conventional birdies, making the game easier and safer for seniors.

Program⁤ Expands to Multiple​ Facilities

Beyond the initial residence, the badminton club now offers the adapted ⁤badminton activity in four​ additional assisted ⁤living facilities in the region, extending as‍ far as Saales.

⁣ **How has the badminton program impacted the ⁣overall well-being and social engagement ⁤of the seniors participating in the Saint-Dié-des-Vosges ‌area?**

Badminton takes Flight in senior Living Residences: Q&A

Here’s a breakdown‍ of the badminton program⁣ for seniors in the saint-Dié-des-Vosges area:

Q&A

Q:⁢ What’s the goal of this badminton program?

A:⁤ Too promote physical activity ⁤and maintain autonomy for seniors in ⁣assisted living facilities.

Q: Who⁢ runs the badminton sessions?

A: Gauthier ⁣Wendling, a coach from the‌ Saint-Dié-des-Vosges badminton club, with assistance from facility ‌activity coordinators like ‍Sonia Moulay.

Q: What makes the ⁣badminton program suitable for seniors?

A: the program utilizes modified equipment,⁤ such as​ inflatable balloons instead of traditional shuttlecocks (birdies), to make the game easier and safer. Did you ⁤know that lighter equipment reduces strain on joints and muscles?

Q: How many‍ facilities are involved?

A: ⁢The program is offered in five assisted living facilities,including ‌locations as far as Saales. This expansion demonstrates the program’s growing popularity.

Q: How⁤ frequently enough do⁣ the sessions take place?

A: ⁣Sessions are held twice a month.

Q: What is the director’s point of view?

A: Matthieu Colin, ⁢director of one of the residences, highlighted‌ that the program helps maintain autonomy and physical fitness.

This innovative program shows how simple adaptations can ‍considerably improve the quality of ⁢life for seniors. Consider exploring similar activities in your community!