As retirement approaches, it can be difficult to adjust to the major life changes that come with leaving the workforce. One of the biggest worries for many people transitioning into retirement is loneliness and feeling a lack of purpose or identity. To help ease this worry and make your transition into retirement more enjoyable, try these tips to ensure that loneliness doesn’t become a part of your retirement experience.
- Stay connected with old friends – Even if you can’t meet up in person, make an effort to keep in touch with old friends through emails, phone calls or social media. Staying connected with your network of support is essential for keeping loneliness at bay.
- Get involved in new activities – Many seniors reinvent themselves in retirement. This could mean new hobbies, new books, or new foods. Taking on new activities can help keep your mind stimulated and open up opportunities to meet new people.
- Take advantage of technology – There are lots of ways to stay connected with family and friends from afar using video chat services like Skype or Facetime. You can also join online communities related to your favorite hobbies and interests to stay socially engaged virtually.
- Use your free time to volunteer – Volunteering is a great way to get out of the house, feel productive and also meet new people who share the same passions as you. Many organizations need help with administrative tasks in addition to more hands-on positions, so there’s something for everyone.
How will you spend your retirement? Will you travel? Will you pick up new hobbies? How about reconnecting with old friends? These tips can help ensure that loneliness isn’t an issue when transitioning into retirement. If you like senior news, let us be part of your circle and your routine!
Help The Seniors Center Protect the Future of Social Security
The Seniors Center is committed to finding solutions to strengthen and protect the Social Security Trust Fund. Social Security is a contract between citizens and the government. Money deposited in the Trust Fund should only be used to pay benefits to eligible recipients.
The Seniors Center is demanding Congress finally put a stop to the careless borrowing and spending by greedy politicians that has put our Trust Fund and our secure retirement in jeopardy.
At The Seniors Center, our goal is to help seniors, and we’re doing that by protecting the future of Social Security. Retirees shouldn’t have to worry about losing their hard-earned benefits to taxes or the agendas of greedy politicians. If you agree, we invite you to sign our petition today! And follow The Seniors Center on Twitter and Facebook for more updates!
