Staying Active in Your 70s and Beyond: How Life at Friendship Village Kalamazoo Helps You Thrive
July 17, 2025 | Blog
At Friendship Village Kalamazoo, a vibrant senior living community in Michigan, we believe that growing older is a chance to discover new passions, connect with others, and enjoy life more fully. Your 70s and beyond can be some of the most engaging, enriching years of your life — and staying active is the key. Whether you’re focused on wellness, creativity, or connection, our community offers a wide variety of activities for aging adults to support a healthy, purposeful lifestyle.
Why Staying Active Matters for Seniors
An active lifestyle supports more than just physical health—it contributes to emotional resilience, cognitive sharpness, and social well-being. At Friendship Village Kalamazoo MI, we’ve created a senior living experience designed to help you:
- Improve strength, balance, and mobility
- Support brain health and memory retention
- Find connection and joy through relationships
- Feel a renewed sense of purpose
These aren’t just health perks—they’re essential ingredients to thriving. And with so many things for seniors to do, our residents enjoy a full, engaging life in mind, body, and spirit.
Wellness at Your Doorstep
As a Life Plan Community, Friendship Village Kalamazoo provides a full spectrum of amenities that make it easy to stay active every day—whether you’re maintaining your current wellness routine or starting something new.
Physical Wellness for Every Level
From structured fitness programs to casual movement, our community supports physical well-being with features like:
- An indoor heated pool and whirlpool
- Modern fitness and cardio studios
- Group classes in yoga, balance, strength training, and Tai Chi
- On-site physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Peaceful walking paths throughout the campus
Each activity for seniors is thoughtfully designed to meet you where you are—and inspire you to keep growing stronger.
Lifelong Learning and Creative Exploration
Being active isn’t just about moving your body—it’s also about keeping your mind sharp and your imagination alive. That’s why we offer:
- Book clubs, lectures, and discussion groups
- A fully equipped creative arts studio for painting, crafting, and pottery
- Music and writing workshops
- Technology classes to help you keep connected with loved ones
No matter your interests, you’ll find opportunities to stay curious and engaged.
Social Health and Meaningful Connection
Living alone can sometimes lead to loneliness, but our community is designed to offer daily moments of togetherness. With built-in ways to improve social health, our residents enjoy:
- Outings to local events, restaurants, and attractions
- Resident-led groups and clubs
- Volunteer opportunities and intergenerational programs
- Social events like movie nights, game tournaments, and happy hours
You’ll quickly see why so many residents say Friendship Village feels like home.
Support That Grows with You
Our approach to wellness also includes the peace of mind that comes with knowing support is always available. In addition to independent living, Friendship Village Kalamazoo offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehab—all within one connected community. That means you can stay active and supported at every stage of aging, without the stress of relocating.
Discover What’s Possible at Friendship Village
From scenic walking trails to art classes and social events, Friendship Village Kalamazoo makes it easy to live well and stay connected. Explore one of the most vibrant senior living communities in Michigan—where every day brings new ways to grow, engage, and celebrate who you are. Schedule a visit today!