3 Reasons Why Socialization is Critical for Long Island Seniors
Helping Seniors Stay Active and Social for Better Health
As Long Island Seniors age, they face increased risks of social isolation because of factors like the death of family and friends, loss of transportation and mobility impairment. If one spouse becomes ill, the other spouse often becomes more homebound to care for his or her spouse, which leads to more social isolationism.
Older adults who describe themselves as lonely have a 59 percent greater risk of functional decline and a 45 percent greater risk of death, according to a study by the University of California San Francisco .
Here is how socialization can help your loved one’s health: To read more Click Here!
1. Socialization Can Improve Mood and Quality of Life
The need to maintain social interactions for good health is pretty clear.
One study published in the Annals of Family Medicine gathered nearly 200 seniors with depressive symptoms and provided social visits or physical activity for six straight months.
“Social contact may be as effective as physical activity in improving mood and quality of life,” one researcher wrote. “Social participation and social support networks are paramount to long-term positive outcomes and psychological well-being for older people.”
2. Social Engagement May Slow Memory Loss
Seniors who are socially active may have slower rates of declining memory, according to a study published in the American Journal of Public Health. That study examined the recall of a 10-word list. Social integration was measured by factors like marital status, volunteer activity and frequency of contact with others.
3. Socialization May Support Brain Health
Social engagement may support brain health and possibly delay the onset of dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Alzheimer’s Senior Day Program
The Club
1355 Noel Avenue
Hewlett, NY 11557
(516) 374-2670
Sponsored in part by: New Horizon Counseling Center
Serving: East Rockaway, Five Towns, Lynbrook, Valley Stream
BrightStar Care Advocates Senior Socialization involvement, Stay involved today!
BrightStar Care of Nassau County provides a full continuum of home care services comprised of companionship, personal care, dementia care, transportation, medication assistance, skilled nursing and more to improve clients’ health and quality of life.
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Older adults who describe themselves as lonely have a 59 percent greater risk of functional decline and a 45 percent greater risk of death, according to a study by the University of California San Francisco .
Here is how socialization can help your loved one’s health: To read more Click Here!
1. Socialization Can Improve Mood and Quality of Life
The need to maintain social interactions for good health is pretty clear.
One study published in the Annals of Family Medicine gathered nearly 200 seniors with depressive symptoms and provided social visits or physical activity for six straight months.
“Social contact may be as effective as physical activity in improving mood and quality of life,” one researcher wrote. “Social participation and social support networks are paramount to long-term positive outcomes and psychological well-being for older people.”
2. Social Engagement May Slow Memory Loss
Seniors who are socially active may have slower rates of declining memory, according to a study published in the American Journal of Public Health. That study examined the recall of a 10-word list. Social integration was measured by factors like marital status, volunteer activity and frequency of contact with others.
3. Socialization May Support Brain Health
Social engagement may support brain health and possibly delay the onset of dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.
For more senior Socialization opportunities in your area please Click Here
Alzheimer’s Senior Day Program
The Club
1355 Noel Avenue
Hewlett, NY 11557
(516) 374-2670
Sponsored in part by: New Horizon Counseling Center
Serving: East Rockaway, Five Towns, Lynbrook, Valley Stream
BrightStar Care Advocates Senior Socialization involvement, Stay involved today!
BrightStar Care of Nassau County provides a full continuum of home care services comprised of companionship, personal care, dementia care, transportation, medication assistance, skilled nursing and more to improve clients’ health and quality of life.
To learn more about our local team of caregivers, skilled healthcare professionals, and home health care support for Long Island families and businesses - CLICK HERE