More than 280 seniors compete in annual Silver Games

Friendship Village' Fifth Annual Silver Games were the most successful to date, drawing 282 participants competing in 42 different events over the course of four days.

The event features friendly competition for individuals ages 62 and over to encourage exercise of both the brain and the body.

The Silver Games have historically been held in cooperation with the Schaumburg Park District. This year the event also included the Campinelli YMCA and GreenFields of Geneva, Friendship Village's sister community.

“This year's games were a great example of community partnership and celebrating seniors,” said Silver Games coordinator Jeff Rose of Friendship Village. “Through friendly competition and conversation, many new bonds were formed. This year has been the best yet because of all of the great organizations involved. We have so many great resources in our community that we were able to combine for the event.”

The various competitions were held at Friendship Village, the Schaumburg Park District Community Recreation Center, Schaumburg Golf Club and Sports Center.

“The Silver Games have challenges for all ability, activity and interest levels,” said Rose. In addition to physical activities including swimming, golfing, basketball and fishing, the games included competitions in Sudoku, jigsaw puzzles, and more. “It's important not to forget the brain is just as important as the body. The Silver Games has challenges for all ability, activity and interest levels. It's a great program that makes everyone feel included,” said Rose.

The 5th Annual Silver Games were open to the public. In addition to the various competitions, the Silver Games included continental breakfast, an Italian dinner at the closing event, and live entertainment.

For additional information about Friendship Village, visit www.friendshipvillage.org.