BY HANNAH BROL Health & wellness Health & Wellness Edition 2026
Community Impact ’s annual Health & Wellness Guide highlights ways residents can support their physical, mental and emotional well-being through resources and activities in their local community. In this edition, readers will nd coverage focused on local health providers, tness opportunities, outdoor spaces and wellness services that contribute to healthier lifestyles. At its core, this guide re ects the idea that health and wellness are deeply connected to where we live and how we engage with our surroundings.
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Programming breathes new life into East Montgomery County Senior Center Since 2024, the East Montgomery County Senior Center has evolved with new programming and will continue to do so in the coming year, said Kim Brode, a community outreach sta er and scheduler for Montgomery County Precinct 4. What’s new This year, Brode said the center will add a The impact Regular physical activity for adults age 65 has a slate of health bene ts.
fall prevention and the importance of social connec- tion, and hosted its rst senior prom in June. “It keeps our seniors active, connected and engaged,” Brode said. “This center ensures our seniors have a welcoming place to gather, learn and thrive in our community.” Check it out The center continues to host regular bingo and craft days. Meals on Wheels also serves hot lunch to residents of Montgomery County age 60 and older Monday-Thursday at 11:30 a.m.
Short-term bene ts: • Improves sleep quality • Reduces anxiety • Lowers blood pressure Long-term bene ts: • Reduces the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, and depression • Reduces the risk of developing heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes • Reduces the risk of developing eight types of cancer • Improves balance and coordination, reducing the risk of falls • Improves bone health • Helps people live independently longer
monthly mental health class, a sourdough making class and chair volleyball. The center also plans to host speakers on senior pedestrian and driver safety. Additionally, the center will continue to hold programming introduced over the past two years, including line dancing and a walking club. Precinct 4 has also partnered with the Houston- Galveston Area Council to bring exercise and wellness classes to the center, as well as with Prairie View A&M University, which o ers exercise and nutrition classes and hosts fraud bingo to educate seniors about scams. The center has also hosted speakers discussing
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