Living in Dallas allows seniors to truly focus on their well-being, whether it's by visiting The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, The Dallas Museum of Art, or Klyde Warren Park.
Joining a senior living community like Caruth Haven Court creates even more free time to enjoy the golden years to the fullest. Everything from housekeeping to dining is taken care of, and there's a social calendar brimming with activities that promote social, emotional, and physical wellness.
According to the latest reports from Axios Dallas, the city's retirement population is among the fastest-growing age groups! Whether you're a current retiree or planning your golden years, now is the perfect time to plan a future transition to Dallas.
Here's a closer look at one of the best Texas retirement cities for seniors.
What Can Seniors Do at the Dallas Arboretum?
It's important to stay active in your senior years. Of course, seniors' activity (and mobility) levels vary, which makes the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens a must-visit for all seniors. It's a fantastic way to get those steps in without overexertion, and there are plenty of benches, tables, and shade for rest.
There's also so much to see and smell! The Dallas Arboretum is a delight to seniors' senses.
Sensory activities like Arboretums are a wonderful way to nurture memory care in Dallas. According to a paper published in Science Direct, sensory activities reduce neuropsychiatric symptoms, like dementia and depression, to improve cognitive function.
There are several gardens to explore with family or a senior social group. Notable gardens include:
- The Trammell Crow Visitor Education Pavilion
- A Woman's Garden
- Nancy Rutchik Red Maple Rill
- Boswell Family Garden
- Crape Myrtle Allee
- The Chandler Lindsley Shadow Garden
There's also a beautiful rose garden that features 16 different varieties of roses. The best time to visit the rose garden is autumn, when the flowers are in peak bloom. Next to the garden is a lovely cafe for a light treat, reminding you to stop and smell the roses!
Perhaps the most vibrant garden in the Arboretum is the Margaret Elizabeth Jonsson Color Garden. Just as the name suggests, this signature garden is home to over 2,000 azalea varieties! Spring also gives bloom to a rainbow of tulips and daffodils.
What Activities Are Good for Seniors In Dallas Senior Living?
A day trip to the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is a wonderful community outing for an assisted living group. The community at Caruth Haven Court offers an exclusive Celebrations program for activities and events, which includes outings.
A highlight is the monthly activities calendar that's updated with a range of engaging activities. If you're looking for social fun through games, you'll find it! The calendar schedules regular timeslots for the following games:
- Classic table games
- Bingo
- Pictionary
- Puzzles with friends
- Word Scrambles
You'll also find other social activities besides games, like painting and seasonal decorating. Movie nights are quite popular in the community and give resident film buffs something to look forward to, as well as social events like apple cider tastings and coffee chats.
Which Physical Activities Are Good for Seniors?
The monthly calendar also includes daily physical exercises, including morning stretches, which turns routine morning exercise into a fun social activity.
Guest fitness experts and health professionals are also invited to the community to discuss senior wellness topics, from exercise to nutrition. Other health and fitness classes on the calendar include:
- Senior hydration hours
- "Walk it out" walking clubs
- Sit and Be Fit (chair exercise)
- Fab n' Fit Fridays
Residents' physical exercise is managed through the exclusive Dimensions program that focuses on optimal health and wellness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Do Seniors Living In Dallas Eat in Assisted Living?
Good senior wellness is also supported by balanced nutrition, something the community's Sensations program prides itself on. This program prepares all daily meals for residents, including multi-course offerings and low-sugar desserts. Meals may also be customized to adapt to dietary needs and restrictions, like diabetic diets and food allergies.
Dining at Caruth Haven Court is also a social experience, offering residents a lovely restaurant-style setting with attentive service. Social wellness through shared meals is part of a holistic approach to senior well-being.
The Sensations program offers a rotating menu of comforting, homestyle favorites, as well as international cuisines. Menus and meals are crafted by real chefs who are experienced with senior nutrition. You can expect balanced meals with the following nutrients:
- Calcium (for healthy bones!)
- Complex carbohydrates
- Vitamin B nutrients
- Vitamin C
- Omega-3 fatty acids (to reduce inflammation)
Healthy snacks are also supplied throughout the day. Plus, residents' suites also come with kitchens, where they can cook their own meals whenever they please.
What Can Seniors Do at The Dallas Museum of Art?
Are you an artist or an art enthusiast? Like the Arboretum, a day trip to an art museum is an excellent way to stay physically and mentally active, whether you have a higher or lower activity level.
The Dallas Museum of Art has a vast collection of art spanning centuries, from Postwar paintings by Jackson Pollock to Ancient Greek antiquities. You'll also find impressive art from local artists and past artists from Dallas.
The museum also has a vibrant collection of works by surrealist artist Salvador Dalí.
How Can Seniors Enjoy Klyde Warren Park?
Klyde Warren Park is a unique urban park in Dallas that's ideal for all senior activity levels. It's surrounded by accessible dining options and amenities, including restrooms and covered picnic tables.
The Nancy Best Fountain is an interactive water feature that's a sight to see, especially when it's lit up for the evening. The park also has its own events calendar, which includes everything from floral arranging classes to walks to end Alzheimer's.
Plan Your Golden Years In Dallas
Whether you're aging in place in Texas or want more assisted living options, Dallas has everything you need to plan a wellness-minded golden years plan. Turn these tips into actionable steps to enrich your mental and physical well-being.
The senior living professionals at Caruth Haven Court bring over 20 years of experience to the field, including experience as certified dementia practitioners, recreation managers, and senior culinary directors. Read our testimonials from happy residents living in Dallas, or book a tour!
Contact us today to learn more about our programs.
