FELINE FRIENDS OR CANINE COMRADES How Pets Improve Our Health and Happiness
toll, but the sense of duty pet owners have around caring for their animals helps them avoid this. The daily tasks of feeding, playing with, and walking your animal can help provide structure and bring meaning to your life. They also give you something to look forward to each day. What’s better than waking up or coming home to a wagging tail or loud meow? This is how pets help improve their owners’ mental and physical health. Studies also show that those who care for pets have less stress and lower blood pressure and cholesterol than their petless counterparts. You’re also more likely to maintain a daily exercise routine. Humans have an innate need to be social, and without someone to talk to regularly, our mental well-being can start to deteriorate. Pets may not be the best conversation partners, but they may increase your social activity. Walking a dog
to a local park every day, for example, can provide an opportunity for you to interact with other people. If you live alone, this simple activity can increase your social circle and improve your mental health. Find the Right Pet Before taking advantage of the many benefits pets offer, it’s crucial to consider which pet is right for you. Doing research can help answer important questions about which animals might be a good fit for you and your lifestyle and which aren’t. Finding a perfect match may take some time, but once that connection is made, there is nothing that will bring more joy into both of your lives. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a list of questions that will help guide you to the perfect pet. Take a look at CDC.gov/healthypets .
As people grow older, they’re more likely to find themselves at home with less company. If your family members live far away or you have physical limitations that make it difficult to leave the house, you may be at an increased risk of experiencing loneliness. This is why adopting an animal can be so helpful. Pets offer comfort and love, and many encourage physical activity. Integrating a pet into your life as you grow older can be just what you need to lift your spirit and keep you healthy. The Benefits of Pet Ownership A lack of purpose can take a significant
RETIRED BABY BOOMERS, TAKE HEED
Baby Boomer Basics Workshop, April 20 or 21, 2021
Are you a baby boomer? If so, things might be different when it comes to how you retire. From how you plan and save to how you should think about retiring, we’ve got information that you need. Come to the University of North Florida in Jacksonville for our one-day Baby Boomer Basics Retirement Workshop. We’re going to look at the current retirement landscape, forecast risks baby boomers will face in the future, and go over financial strategies for living your best retired life! Because of COVID-19 guidelines, space is limited, so call Wolf Retirement Navigation today at 904-232-8760 to secure your spot. This is a complimentary client and guest-friendly event.
What: Baby Boomer Basics Retirement Workshop
When: April 20 or 21, 2021, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (two opportunities to choose the one day that fits your schedule!)
Where: Adam W. Herbert University Center, 12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224
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