Staying Socially Connected in Retirement
Friendship is good medicine. Strong social ties are linked to better health and a longer, happier life — here’s how to keep them strong.
Why connection matters more than ever
Leaving the workplace can shrink your social circle without you noticing. Research links loneliness and isolation to real health risks, while staying connected supports your mind, mood, and even your heart.
Easy ways to stay connected
Join a class, club, or place of worship; volunteer; schedule a weekly call or coffee with a friend; or pick up a group activity like walking, cards, or a book club. Senior centers are a wonderful (and often free) place to start.
Use technology to bridge the distance
Video calls, group texts, and social apps make it easy to stay close to family who live far away. A short weekly video chat with grandchildren can brighten everyone’s week.
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