Independent and assisted living community Wellington Bay hosted a thrilling Liberty Games qualifying event from Jan. 20-24. The event culminated in a closing ceremony on Friday, Jan. 24, celebrating the impressive achievements of the participating senior athletes.
Cele Cohen emerged as the top female athlete, securing first place in women’s seated bowling, shuffleboard, half-mile walk and 10-lap walk. Michael Hechtman dominated the men’s events, winning first place in seated bowling, half-mile walk, billiards and the water balloon drop.
Both Cohen and Hechtman, along with other qualifying winners, will be heading to the South Bay at Mt. Pleasant retirement community in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, to compete in the Liberty Senior Living Community Games from March 17-21. Liberty Senior Living will cover all expenses for the trip, including airfare, hotel accommodations, airport transportation and meals.
“We are so proud of our athletes and can’t wait to cheer them on at the games in South Carolina,” Campus Director Jay Mikosch said. “The Liberty Games are a great event to showcase the power of an active lifestyle. Here at Wellington Bay, we’re incredibly proud to support these athletes and their dedication to health and wellness. This event truly embodies the vibrant lifestyle we champion, with a focus on staying active, engaged and connected in our community.”
Wellington Bay is a rental retirement community featuring luxury apartments and a place for seniors to enjoy life. With something for everyone, Wellington Bay offers independent living that supports a vibrant lifestyle for active aging and also provides assisted living support, respite care, and advanced, cutting-edge memory care at Lisbet Assisted Living and Memory Care. To learn more about Wellington Bay, visit www.wellingtonbayfl.com.
To learn more about Liberty Senior Living and the communities the company offers, visit www.libertyseniorliving.com.
