Boy Scout Volunteers in Akron

Brodie needed to volunteer to earn a badge for his boy scout troop, and so he looked for ways that he could volunteer in his community. Hearts & Hands was able to assist Brodie in finding some great opportunities to do yardwork in Akron, along with his father Derek supervising him. Both Brodie and Derek were able to help four of our care receivers in the community of Akron. Some benefits of getting someone at Brodie’s age to volunteer include …

Keeping Our Community Active

An important step in aging gracefully is keeping up with your physical health. Physical activity can allow for seniors to continue to live an independent lifestyle while boosting their immune system at the same time. According to The GreenFields, an affiliate of Niagara Lutheran Health System, regular physical activity and exercise for seniors can help improve both their mental and physical health, as well as keeping their independence as they age.

A major benefit of staying physically active is disease …