Monthly Archives

December 2019

elderly couple outside walking

Avoiding Isolation in Older Adults

By Health & Wellness

Deeply rooted in all human beings is a need for community. But did you know that lack of connection and social interaction is a health concern? According to research by AARP’s Connect2Affect initiative, 26% of adults over age 65 are at an increased risk of early death due to feelings of loneliness. One of the best steps to take to maintain seniors’ health is to foster existing social connections and develop new ones. But it’s not always simple.

To learn more about factors that contribute to social isolation among seniors and solutions to combat it, CLICK HERE.

man doing pottery

You’re Never Too Old to Have a Hobby – The Best Retirement Hobbies

By Activities, Uncategorized

If you’ve retired from a full-time job, you suddenly have 40-60 hours of time previously filled with working, commuting and eating lunch with co-workers. Some retirees use their newfound time to check stuff off their to-do list. But after you’ve seen the sights, visited relatives, caught up on your reading list and got your house in order, what’s next?

Many seniors may pick up a hobby or dive more deeply into an existing one. But what if you don’t have a hobby or are tired of the ones you have? A hobby is defined as a pleasurable activity you regularly do during your leisure time. By that definition, anything you enjoy qualifies. Still at a loss?

To learn about the many benefits of hobbies for mental health as well as your emotional, social and physical well-being, CLICK HERE.