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A rewarding experience for individuals of all ages, volunteering is a way to give back to your community while improve your own health and well-being. Volunteering has some especially positive benefits for senior citizens, providing them with a sense of purpose and a chance to get out and get active after retirement.
Boost Your Mental Health
A great way to keep your mind active as you age, volunteering has the potential to lower the risk of a variety of health problems, including dementia. According to the Corporation for National & Community Service, seniors who volunteer regularly had lower mortality rates than their counterparts who do not. And another study, performed by researchers at University of Pittsburgh, noticed an improvement in mental health in seniors who volunteer regularly over the course of a year.
Bridge the Generation Gap
Besides senior citizens, teenagers are another group of individuals that volunteer frequently, creating a unique opportunity for the two to bridge the generation gap and learn from each other. A great way for seniors to learn about technology, pop culture and more, volunteering also offers a chance for you to share your wealth of knowledge with a younger generation.
Feel a Sense of Purpose
After years of working and raising children, retirement offers a lot more free time than most of us are used to handling and volunteering offers a chance for seniors to get out, get active and feel a sense of purpose again. An opportunity to spend time with others while doing something good for your local community, volunteering combats depression and give retired individuals a sense of purpose and a reason to stay active.
For seniors who are struggling to make ends meet, but are capable of maintaining their independence with a little help, Helping Hearts Foundation provides in-home care services across Northern California and Nevada. For more information, visit us online or contact us by phone at 916-368-7200 (CA) or 702-755-6548 (NV).
Once you get the assistance you need to maintain your home and health, volunteering can be a great way for you to stay active and healthy!
