GRACE IN MOTION Cedarhurst of Canton Residents Find Balance with Tai Chi
At Cedarhurst of Canton, wellness isn’t just a goal — it’s a way of life. And for a group of residents who recently completed a 16-week Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention course, it’s become a powerful practice of balance, movement, and newfound confidence.
“When I got the call that we were approved for the full 16-week course, I was thrilled,” she recalled. “We had to prove we had adequate space and that the residents would commit to every session. But I knew they’d rise to the occasion.”
They did more than that — they flourished.
It all started with a simple act of kindness.
Tai Chi, a traditional Chinese exercise combining slow, deliberate movements, breathing, and meditation, is known for its benefits in balance, flexibility, and mental clarity. For seniors, it can be especially powerful in reducing the risk of falls while promoting physical confidence and awareness.
“Randy Hallman first walked through our doors last December,” said Samantha Seitz, Life Enrichment Director at Cedarhurst of Canton. “He was dropping off Christmas gifts for our ‘Adopt a Senior’ program when he casually mentioned that he teaches Tai Chi through the Atlanta Regional Commission. The moment he spoke about it, a lightbulb went off.” Seitz immediately began researching Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention, one of several wellness programs sponsored by the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC). After learning about its wide- ranging benefits, especially for older adults, she applied to bring the program to Cedarhurst. Her hope? To introduce residents to something new and “out of the box” that would both challenge and empower them.
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