LiveWell at Rockwood
We believe wellness is about more than just physical health and fitness, it also incorporates your complete social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual fulfillment. That’s why we created the Rockwood LiveWell program—a holistic approach to wellness that supports physical fitness, lifelong learning through our partnership with Whitworth University, mental clarity, emotional resilience, creative expression and camaraderie. LiveWell is all about empowering our residents to grow, learn, discover and thrive as respected and cherished members of our Rockwood at Whitworth community.
Our wellness guide
“Growing up an athlete with two older brothers, I always had the knack for competition and bettering myself and those around me. I grew up in the Kansas City area and moved to the Pacific Northwest in high school. I attended Washington State University and graduated with a BS in Kinesiology. During my master’s studies, I was lucky enough to have a wonderful mentor in the Deaconess and Valley hospital system and was offered a position as their employee Wellness Coordinator. That started my career 20 years ago and I’ve never looked back. I have been blessed to work both in the field and behind the scenes as a wellness coordinator, consultant, and instructor. “
–Janel Long
Wellness Coordinator at Rockwood at Whitworth
Physical wellness programs
We have a complete fitness center right on our campus, featuring treadmills, free weights, elliptical trainers, a recumbent bicycle, LifeFitness cardio and strength training equipment, and much more. In addition to the extensive equipment, we offer a range of fitness classes and programming designed for all ages and fitness levels.
- Muscles in Motion – seated exercise
- Gogo Fitness – Circuit training with cardio, weights, bands
- Functional Fitness
- Tight and Toned
- Gentle Seated Yoga
- Tai Chi
- Balance and Core Express
- Walks and Outings in the community
- Whitworth water aerobics and open swimming
“Rockwood at Whitworth’s Wellness Coordinator, Janel Long, has created a fun and challenging program for residents of all skill levels and physical abilities. With morning classes in chair yoga, circuit training, core and balance, and weight training to neighborhood walks and community hikes with swimming/aqua aerobics/water jogging at Whitworth University’s pool, there is something for everyone to keep us moving!”
-Raye W.
Wellness for the mind and soul
Our resident Chaplain hosts a variety of groups, including men’s and women’s Bible studies, Sunday evening worship, individual spiritual support and guidance. Our relationship with Whitworth University allows our residents to audit courses, use the pool facilities, access the physical therapy training program, and interact with other departments for mentorship opportunities. We offer a variety of art classes, games and entertainment, including water painting, floral arranging, Mah Jongg and cribbage, cornhole tournaments, movies, trivia hour, parties and much more. The residents are always encouraged to bring ideas to the staff for anything they would like to see here on campus!
