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A rolling stone gathers no moss – it’s an old adage, but also an adage for the old. Experts agree that elderly people who stay active – socially, physically and mentally – age better than those who don’t.

Theresa Taylor, administrator for Emeritus Assisted Living in Bellingham, has seen it first hand.

“It really is beneficial to stay busy,” she said. “Having something to get you out of bed in the morning, something to look forward to, keeps your mood up and your brain working. And it’s good to keep your brain working because it helps you stay sharp.”