by Jeanne Michael

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Activities to Educate Your Mind

When Paradise Valley Estates was a new organization, physical activity classes developed quickly, but then residents began to wish for things that would stimulate one’s brain and make the mind think.

by Jan Olson

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Pumping Iron to Stay Young

The difference between living independently and needing skilled nursing care as you age can depend in large part on your muscle mass and strength.

by Jan Olson

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Exercise is Medicine

Increased activity can boost your mood, give you increased energy, and put a big smile on your face.

by Bruce Bartels

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NorthBay Clinic at PVE

After long discussions and negotiations, the NorthBay Clinic at Paradise Valley Estates is a reality.

by Jan Olson

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Energize your Fitness with Zumba

We’re proud to announce our newest class offering: Zumba® with Andrea.

by Jerry Mulenburg

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Not a Game for Old Men

When I think about it, golf is really not a game for old men. So why do they do it?

by Julie Turner

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Beating the Holiday Blues

Life moves so fast during the holidays, you might miss the arrival of two unwelcome guests: loneliness and depression.

by Susan Hashimoto

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Dancing Through Life

When I was three years old, with a strong urging by the doctor, my grandmother started taking me to Nihon Buyo dance lessons taught by a young local dance teacher named Okubo Sensei.

by Linda Jaffe

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(Dance) Steps to Better Health

It’s possible to dance your way to better health—and there’s no better way to socialize while you exercise!

by Mary Lynch

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