This week, Cordia's members and staff rolled up their sleeves to receive their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. We thank the Grand Traverse County Health Department and our friends at CVS for their parts in the process, and look forward to dose #2 in a few weeks. ... Read More >
The color purple and the ties that bind
As America flocked to the polls on Election Day (Cordia members did their part and voted early), Cordia's Tuesday Forum program that same day was dedicated to zeroing in on the common ground that we know exists between the "Red" and the "Blue" members within our community. Our ... Read More >
Why move into Cordia during a pandemic?
If the pandemic has you postponing your move into Cordia, listen to what some of our members have to say. In addition to feeling safe & secure, they're staving off cognitive and physical decline by remaining active and engaged with friends. And, contrary to what you might ... Read More >
Finding strength at Cordia
Physical wellness is one of Cordia's five pillars for a well-balanced lifestyle, and a vital component to aging well. Among the fitness offerings available to Cordia's members is our strength training circuit, a six-week program designed to increase strength in the arms, legs, ... Read More >
The importance of PURPOSE as we age
Purpose can be defined as deriving meaning from life's experiences and possessing a sense of intentionality and goal-directedness. Having a sense of purpose is important at every stage of our life as it can decrease stress, strengthen the immune system, and promote resilience. ... Read More >
Take a virtual tour of Cordia
Eager to see what Cordia looks like from the inside? It's not just our philosophy that makes us stand out. Located within The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, Cordia offers a community within the Commons' greater community of vibrant eateries and shops -- plus a quaint and ... Read More >
Staying connected in a distant world
No matter what your age or where you live, isolation can be a powerfully negative force. One of the greatest tasks we are charged with during the current situation is ensuring that our members continue to feel connected intellectually, emotionally, and physically within our ... Read More >
Chocolate, anyone?
Chocolate has been receiving lots of press lately in the world of health and wellness. But what is true and what is hype? Chocolate, derived from the Cacao pod, dates back 2,000 years to Central America where the first connoisseurs of chocolate, the Maya, drank it as a fermented ... Read More >