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 >
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 >
Too much stuff? Tips to help you declutter
Stuff. We can accumulate a lot of it in our lifetime, often to the point where it overwhelms us as we approach the point in our life when less is more. Too many possessions can pose trip hazards and cause stress, health issues (think dust and allergens), and exacerbate memory ... Read More >
The power of massage therapy
Massage therapy is a manual manipulation of the soft tissues of the body in order to achieve beneficial effects for the body and mind. Basic hand or foot massage can be done by anyone, but true massage therapy can only be conducted by a trained massage therapist. According to ... Read More >