Staying Healthy this September... and Beyond!

Published in 2025 West Bloomfield Today Third Quarter


By Abby Burgess, Community Engagement Coordinator for WB Parks

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Celebrate Healthy Aging Month with West Bloomfield Parks this September! WB Parks’ Connect Senior Center, located at 33230 W. 14 Mile Road, hosts an assortment of activities tailored to our senior residents. Join us this fall for a variety of fitness and wellness-related events, programs and classes:


Senior Health Showcase

Attend our Senior Health Showcase for the opportunity to meet a variety of senior-focused service providers. Stop by Connect on October 3 to learn about experts from more than 30 health-focused businesses and enjoy free refreshments. Pre-register for the chance to win great raffle prizes. This is a free event and timeslots begin at 9 a.m.


Healthy Living For Your Brain and Body

The Alzheimer's Association – Michigan Chapter will share what research has shown about lifestyle choices that help keep our brain and body healthy as we age. Join us September 15 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Connect as they offer practical ways to incorporate changes into a plan for healthy aging.


Brisk Weather Walkers

Brisk Weather Walkers is a free, volunteer-led walking program that meets at various locations throughout West Bloomfield twice a week. This group activity is designed to keep you motivated and active outdoors throughout the fall season. Walks will occur on Tuesday and Saturday afternoons, September through December!


Senior Resource Group Talk Time - Feeling Good About Your Health and Security

Join us November 19 from 10-11:30 a.m. for our free, monthly lecture series featuring new experts on a variety of topics relevant to seniors. Come to Connect and discuss how to feel good about your health and security, while our network of professionals discuss echo and doppler for seniors, senior stress relief and fighting fraud. Talk Times are hosted by the Senior Resource Group (SRG), which is a network of professionals connected through the West Bloomfield Chamber.


Senior Fitness Classes

WB Parks also offers a variety of senior-focused fitness courses, including Cardio Combo, Gentle Chair Yoga, Strength Training and more! These courses focus on healthy exercise practices for older adults, taught by certified instructors, some who have been teaching for WB Parks for 20-plus years!


WB Parks remains dedicated to providing health-focused opportunities for our residents. As we expand our offerings, we are excited to also expand our programming spaces. WB Parks is thrilled to share updates about our new multigenerational Connect community center. A gathering place for all ages, the new Connect will feature fitness spaces, a walking track, indoor gymnasium and more!

Construction is slated to begin in early 2026, with design images and further details available at wbparks. org/bond. Enjoy Healthy Aging Month with your friends at WB Parks as we celebrate a healthier fall for all!
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