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It is no surprise there are significant benefits of physical activity. <br />Regular physical activity can help protect elderly residents <br />against chronic diseases and improve their daily functioning. <br />Recreation services have more to offer in terms of independent <br />living and overall wellbeing of seniors. As we age, our risk of <br />depression increases. Often, seniors who live on their own can <br />be prone to feel cut off from their mainstream community. <br />Recreation activities provide opportunities to socialize and <br />reduce feelings of alienation and loneliness. With seniors <br />active in the community there is an increase intergenerational <br />understanding and bonding. Older adults involved in an <br />organizational/recreation activity scored significantly better on <br />the happiness scale than those who were not involved (Parks <br />CA Source). Benefits of recreation expand well into the latter <br />years of life. With physically and socially active seniors within <br />our communities, it can help us all live longer, and happier lives. <br />CITY OF RAMSEY PARK SYSTEM PLAN 129 <br />