The Many Dimensions of Living a “Fuller life”

Fuller Village Offers a Richer Lifestyle for its Residents

The Social, Physical and Psychological Benefits of Living a Fuller Lifestyle

Much has been written in recent years about improving not only the longevity of one’s life, but also the quality of that extended lifestyle. Not just from a physical or mental perspective. Ideally, the quality of one’s lifestyle encompasses many dimensions: physical, mental, social, dietary, etc.

In his books on the Blue Zones, author Dan Buettner describes the common elements he and other researchers have found in places around the world where residents live well into their nineties and even low hundreds. Factors such as living with purpose, healthy eating, a social atmosphere living with family or friends who share common interests and remaining physically active are just four of the nine factors he describes in his books, “The Blue Zones, Secrets for Living Longer” and “Blue Zones Happiness.”

While Fuller Village did not deliberately set out to design and offer a “Blue Zone” lifestyle, the myriad of activities available to its residents includes many of the elements of a “blue zone.” Meditation and yoga classes, fitness and water aerobics training, gardening, multiple social events throughout the year, healthy eating options in the dining room and café, all combine to offer an enriching lifestyle for Fuller Village residents.

The appreciation for this lifestyle is evident when talking with the residents.

“Everyone was so delightful that we were here and very, very welcoming and that was really special to us.”
— Jeff & Barbara Smith, residents since 2020

“Fuller Village’s setting provides beautifully landscaped grounds for walking with friends, play-ing tennis and working in the community garden.”
— Ruth Chandler, resident since 2011

Among the 17 events being held in July, the most recent being the Dave Macklin Band per-forming as part of the Summer Concert Series, four more events are scheduled including

lectures on special events – present and past, and classical music featuring violin and piano:

Monday, July 21st – 2:00 PM – Blue Hill Activity Room

Current Events with Professor Rick Brabander
What’s going on in the World? What matter most to YOU? Let’s talk about it.

Friday, July 25th – 7:00 PM – Blue Hill Activity Room

Violin Concert With Tomodo Iwamoto

Sunday, July 27th – 7:00 PM – Brush Hill Function Room

Back by Popular Demand!! Piano Music with Michael Leidig

Monday, July 28th – 7:00 PM – Brush Hill Function Room

Historian Paolo DiGregorio presents: “His Excellency”: A Brief History of the Governors of Massachusetts

You’re invited to attend one or more of these events and experience a fuller life for yourself! Seating is limited. For more information, email info@fullervillage.org or call 617-925-5965.

The Fuller Village Lifestyle Occurs Year-round

Among the many ways to socialize with fellow residents throughout the year, is participating in the many physical activities, both outdoors and indoors. From hiking and outdoor sports to many indoor programs in our Fitness Center, Fuller Village offers many ways to exercise, have fun and stay fit.

Among the many outdoor activities are:

Outdoor pickleball: this popular sport on our beautiful courts with our instructor, Mary Beth, providing weekly coaching sessions for an hour for the residents.

The Adventure Club: consists of two hiking groups (Beginner and Advanced)

Trips to Boston:

Historical Tour of Boston (Boston by Foot photos)

Boston Harbor Cruises

Summer Concerts

Socializing with fellow residents

Indoors, there are many ways to enjoy exercise for all levels of fitness: Our water and land classes are designed to fit any lifestyle regardless of your level of physical fitness. All designed to help you lead a fuller life.

WATER CLASSES

AquaFit:

This class uses various aquatic equipment to improve all aspects of cardiovascular, strength and balance conditioning.

LAND CLASSES

Chair Yoga:

An intentional approach to fitness for body and soul, Chair Yoga Balance focuses on stretching, chair yoga poses, breathing and meditation.

Floor Yoga:

This class uses postures and stretches in combination with breath to develop flexibility, strength and relaxation.

Restorative Yoga:

A gentle, relaxing form of yoga that uses props to support the body and bring restoration and balance back into the body and mind.

Tai Chi:

Tai Chi movements are steady and slow, shifting from one side to the other with coordinating upper body movements.

Perhaps now is your time to enjoy this maintenance-free lifestyle. Learn more and come see for yourself how wonderful living at Fuller Village can be.