National Senior Health and Fitness Day – May 28

National Senior Health and Fitness Day is celebrated every year on the last Wednesday of May, as a special part of the Older Americans Month activities. The day is led by the Mature Market Resource Center, a national clearinghouse that focuses on the older adult population, in collaboration with many non-profits and private organizations across the country.

This is no small celebration—it's actually the largest health and wellness event for seniors in the United States! The goal is to promote the importance of healthy living for older adults and to encourage them to stay active, eat well, and live well.

Now more than ever, it’s important to explore the many physical activity options available for seniors and to recognize how vital exercise and nutrition are to preventing illness. A balanced diet boosts energy and strengthens the immune system, while regular physical activity helps maintain bone mass, reduces the risk of fractures, and supports overall health.

All across the country, various types of senior health care and housing options are available to support aging adults. These include assisted living communities, which provide a middle ground for those who need some help but don’t require full-time nursing care. There are also options like continuing care retirement communities, respite care, memory care, and in-home care.