“The Importance of Companionship for Seniors: Socialization and Better Health” from https://blog.ioaging.org/senior-socialization/importance-companionship-seniors-socialization-better-health/
Growing old doesn’t me you are alone!!
Growing old doesn’t me you are alone
Benefits of Friends/Socialization:
1. Isolation increases depression severity
2. Harder to get help if you’re alone when you fall or have a negative health episode
3. Mental Health and Physical Health Benefits-accountability for activity and appointments
4. Boosts Immunity
Ways to make new friends:
1. Volunteer/Part Time Job
2. Take A Class
3. Join a Gym or Senior Activity Center
4. Church/Religious groups