T he B est W ay to S tay A ctive in R etirement CLUBS: NOT JUST FOR HIGH SCHOOL
While it’s great not having your nose to the grindstone nine-to-five, leaving work also means leaving behind a lot of daily activities and social interaction. Eventually, having nothing but free time goes from relaxing to isolating, and that can be dangerous to your physical and mental health. When planning for retirement, it’s important to plan ways to stay active and engaged. Joining a new organization or club can be a huge benefit. Here are a few suggestions to help you stay active in retirement.
make a difference through politics, help with fundraisers or join an active campaign. If you want to stay closer to home, check out your local homeowners association. There are plenty of ways to engage with like- minded people while making a difference.
TRY SOMETHING NEW
Don’t know where to start when looking for a group to join? Start online! Try searching “groups for retirees” and see what comes up. You might discover a travel group and start planning your trip to Asia. Or maybe you’ll have more fun mentoring young people in your professional field. Don’t be afraid to spend your retirement doing something new! There’s nothing wrong with enjoying your alone time, but don’t let your alone time turn into a lonely retirement. Joining a group can help you broaden your social circle, stay active, and maybe even learn something new about yourself.
ENJOY YOUR HOBBIES
Did you spend years dreaming about hitting the golf course every day? While it can be nice to spend some time alone on the green, consider joining a golfers club if you want to mix things up. Enjoy scrapbooking? Check for get-togethers at the craft shop. If you’ve always wanted to try pottery, look for a class at the rec center. It’s easy to find groups dedicated to just about any activity.
GET INVOLVED
Think of the causes you’re passionate about and get involved! Animal shelters and soup kitchens are always looking for volunteer help. Book lovers of all ages can join their local Friends of Libraries chapter. To
S uccess S tories OUR CLIENTS SAY IT BEST
Here at Vital Care Physical Therapy, we rely on a variety of factors to continue our progress, but no factor is as crucial as the support of our wonderful patients who come to us for help during their rehabilitation journey. Check out what this patient had to say about her experience. “First of all, I have to thank the entire staff at Vital Care. From the team members at the front desk to all the therapists who have more hands-on experience with patients like me, everyone is so nice. I came in after having a total shoulder replacement last November, and when I initially walked through the office doors, I could barely lift my arms. “I started off working with Michelle, who is always so patient and kind. Then Justin and Krysten worked with me by showing me stretches, giving me massages, and demonstrating other types of exercises that could help me get back to my old self, the person I was prior to the injury and surgery.
“I am so thankful to them for their hard work and the gentle ‘you can do it’ encouragement they offered. Due to your amazing efforts, I am now pain-free!”
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